News
Update to the Web Portal URL
Due to a security update, we’ve recently had to change the URL giving you access to our Web Portal. Please note that the old Web portal URL is no longer functional as of this moment. Please replace the link in your favorites with the following links: Companies…
Locate Request Improvements for Very Large Excavation Zones
Great news! An important modification will be in effect on September 24th and will greatly facilitate your work. Indeed, as of September 24th, you will be able to draw sketches in a row. This will enable you to cover the whole area of your work zone…
Details as to scheduled excavation start and end dates (only for the province of Quebec)
We would like to remind you that yesterday, a modification related to the locate request validation period was in effect. This modification will greatly benefit your operations: You may receive, during the course of your validation period, notifications indicating that there were changes to the initial…
Participate in the CPWA Infrastructure Investment Survey
As the ‘the voice of public works in Canada’ and to better represent CPWA member interests as the CPWA Board continues to engage with the Government of Canada, CPWA is soliciting information from municipalities about infrastructure investments and their experience with federal programs. This input will…
Government working with Canadian Common Ground Alliance to protect federal underground infrastructure
News release From: Public Services and Procurement Canada June 21, 2018 – Gatineau, Quebec – Government of Canada The Government of Canada is committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety for construction workers, Canadians and our federal public infrastructure. Today, Steven MacKinnon, Parliamentary Secretary to…
SPECIAL COMMUNICATION
Simplified Sketches Since May 1, 2018, substantial changes to the creation process of sketches are in effect: • Only the sketch is used to analyze your request; • A second intersection is no longer needed; • The possibility to zoom is restricted; • The map cannot…
Improvements to the request processing center
Current Modifications Enhancements in the Request Confirmation form For some time now, the request confirmation form received by email has undergone some enhancements. As of today, your Google sketch will prevail and attest to the authenticity of the locate request. The area defined in your Google…
Modifications to the Request Confirmation
As of March 4, 2018, modifications were made to our confirmation form, the one received after making a locate request. A warning note regarding the accuracy of your scaled diagram has now been placed on the right-hand side of your diagram. Furthermore, the artwork pertaining to…
Reach out to your MP
Let your MP know that protecting Canada’s underground infrastructure is important! Visit ICanDigSafe.ca, & send a pre-written letter of support to your Member of Parliament directly from the website.
Public review open – CSA Z663 – Land Use Planning in the Vicinity of Pipeline Systems
You can now review the standard CSA Z663 – Land Use Planning in the Vicinity of Pipeline Systems and comment on it. You have until March 12 to give your comments and suggestions.