Permits & Inspections

The Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK) establishes and enforces the use of permits and inspections to ensure that installations, repairs, and ongoing maintenance are certified, approved and comply with safety standards.

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  • Permits & Inspections

    Gas

    Submit applications for permits related to gas, including new installations and changes to existing lines or equipment.

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    Electrical

    Submit applications for permits related to electrical wiring in both home and business.

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    Plumbing

    Submit applications for permits related to plumbing, including new installations and changes to existing pipelines.

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    Boilers & Pressure Vessels

    Submit applications for permits related to boilers, pressure vessels, and installations of equipment.

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    Elevating Devices

    Submit requests for inspection documents, extensions on orders, or acceptance inspections related to elevators, escalators, and moving walks.

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    Amusement Rides & Devices

    Request for acceptance inspections related to the operation of amusement rides and devices.

For Homeowners

When undertaking home or farm renovations or repairs involving electrical or plumbing work, obtaining a homeowner permit is essential to ensure compliance with safety standards.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Gas

If the food truck is new to the province or has never been previously inspected in Saskatchewan, you will need to hire a licensed Gas Contractor who will apply for a permit.

If the food truck is new to you but has been inspected in Saskatchewan previously, you do not require a new permit. Your local municipality may require a re-certification, contact them for specific requirements.

  • Gas

Contact TSASK to confirm if the food truck has been previously inspected, you will need to provide the Vehicle Identification Number.

If TSASK has previously inspected the food truck, a sticker with the date the inspection was passed should be located on the unit.

  • Gas

If it was previously inspected and is a re-certification, you can contact TSASK at geis@tsask.ca or call 1-866-530-8599, option 2.

  • You will need to provide TSASK with your contact information and the Vehicle Identification Number. We will issue an application for you to complete.
  • Your local Gas Inspector will contact you to perform the inspection.
  • After the inspection has passed, TSASK will issue a sticker to be placed in a visible location where customer orders are received; an approval permit can be provided for the municipality.

  • Gas

  • New job permit: $325
  • An addition, alteration, or replacement permit: $180
  • Re-certification: $155 + GST

  • Gas

  • B149.1 Natural Gas & Propane Installation Code & SCOP
  • B149.2 Propane and Handling Code & SCOP
  • B149.3 Code for the Field Approval of Fuel Burning Appliances and Equipment & SCOP
  • B149.5 Installation Code for Propane Fuel Systems and Containers on Motor Vehicles

  • Gas

After the inspection has passed, TSASK will issue a sticker to be placed in a visible location where customer orders are received and an approval permit will be issued.

  • Gas

Yes, you will need to have a licensed Saskatchewan Gas Contractor submit a permit for the inspection of the unit.

  • Electrical
  • Gas

No, in addition to a bond a Contractor’s licence is required. Having just a bond will not allow you to pull permits or work as a Contractor.

  • Plumbing

A permit is required for design, installation, construction, addition, renovation, alteration, repair, removal, or operation of a plumbing system. A permit is also required for the connection of plumbing systems to communal waterworks. These conditions also apply to rural property.

  • Plumbing

In a setting under the authority of TSASK:

A permit can be issued to a Journeyperson plumber or a registered Contractor that employs a plumbing Journeyperson. Some jurisdictions may have additional requirements, such as a business licence.

A homeowner can apply for a permit subject to the following restrictions:

  1. The plumbing system is not to be connected to a communal waterworks or communal sewage works
  2. The single family dwelling unit is intended to be used exclusively for living quarters and will be occupied by the owner

  • Plumbing

No, permits are dependant on your geographical area.

There are 5 Local Authorities in Saskatchewan:

  1. The city of Lloydminster
  2. The city of Regina
  3. The city of Saskatoon
  4. The Global Transportation Hub (GTH)
  5. The remainder of the province outside the limits of those listed above are under the authority of the Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan (TSASK)

The cities of Lloydminster, Regina, Saskatoon and the GTH operate under a separate agreement. If you live within one of those areas, please contact them for specific requirements.

  • Plumbing

You can apply for a permit online.

  • Plumbing

There are four different fee ranges based on the number of connected fixtures:

  • 0 – 6 Fixtures: $130.00
  • 7 – 16 Fixtures: $185.00
  • 17 – 29 Fixtures: $350.00
  • 30+ Fixtures: $575.00

  • Plumbing

Future permit privileges may be denied, and the cause of interest (corrections required) may be registered in the Land Titles Registry against the title to the land.

You may also be denied connection to a communal waterworks system.

  • Plumbing

Yes, you still require a permit for a rural property with a private water/sewage system.

You can apply for a permit online or call TSASK toll free at 1-866-530-8599.

In addition to the required permit from TSASK, you must apply for a permit at your local Saskatchewan Public Health office for the sewage disposal system as per the Private Sewage Works Regulations.

  • Electrical
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Legally you can request a copy of any permit for work performed on your property. This applies to all plumbing, gas, or electrical work. If a contractor is unwilling to supply a copy of a permit, please call TSASK toll free at 1-866-530-8599.

  • Plumbing

These are regulations and codes must be followed:

  • Plumbing

Yes, if the local authority determines that the applicant is unable to perform the installation or construction in a safe and acceptable way.

  • Plumbing

Contact the inspector in your area using our Inspector Lookup tool. For scheduling we require a minimum of 48 hours (2 business days) notice.

More than one inspection may be required; a new home, for example, will require one inspection for the rough-in (underground, stacks and drains) and another after the fixtures are installed.

 

  • Plumbing

Yes, this is dependent on the type of construction. Normally the initial inspection is to ensure code compliance of drains, venting and underground.

A second inspection is to ensure proper installation of fixtures including p-traps and water backflow prevention.

  • Plumbing

A clearance letter is available on request. The owner or contractor can contact the inspector in your area.

  • Plumbing

Contact the inspector in your area using our Inspector Lookup tool for a partial inspection. Note that there is an additional charge for this.

 

  • Plumbing

Yes, a permit is required for the connection to a plumbing system. There is a base fee of $130 for this permit, as this is a certified home there is no additional charge for the fixtures.

  • Plumbing

Yes, normally the inspection is performed at the construction yard and if approved a sticker will be applied. This sticker is verification that the installation meets minimum code requirements.

When placed on a permanent site a second permit is required. This second permit covers the connections of the home to the sewer and water system.

  • Plumbing

You can simply email us at geis@tsask.ca or give us a call at 1-866-530-8599.

  • Plumbing

Use our Inspector Lookup tool to find the Plumbing Inspector in your area.

  • Plumbing

A permit is not required for:

  1. The repair or replacement of a valve, faucet, or fixture.
  2. The repair of a leak.
  3. Forcing out a stoppage if no change in the piping is required.
  4. The installation of a water treatment device, underground sprinklers, a domestic dishwashing machine or a laundry machine.

  • Plumbing

The National Plumbing Code of Canada requires that all appliances, materials and fixtures must meet a minimum standard certified by the Canadian Standards Association (CSA) or another accredited testing agency.

 

  • Plumbing

The area inspector will issue a correction order to the permit holder (homeowner, Plumbing Journeyperson, or Contractor).

In the case where a Journeyperson or Contractor submitted the permit, the homeowner will be copied on the correction notice. Should the Journeyperson or Contractor fail to make the necessary corrections, the responsibility for the corrections falls to the owner of the building.

  • Plumbing

Communal sewage works refer to any works used in the collection, storage, transmission, treatment, or disposal of sewage for more than one property.

  • Plumbing

A communal waterworks system includes piping and appurtenances used in the supply, collection, treatment, storage, or distribution of water for more than one property. Examples include a water meter from a municipality or a rural water line or drip system supplied by SaskWater or others.

  • Plumbing

The purpose of a plumbing inspection is to examine ongoing or incomplete plumbing systems and work to ensure compliance with the Act or regulations under the Act.

  • Plumbing

A plumbing system includes the whole or any part of a drainage system, a venting system, or a water system, but it does not include private sewage works.

  • Plumbing

Private sewage works are defined by The Private Sewage Works Regulations.

  • Boilers & Pressure Vessels

You can pay your invoice online with VISA or MasterCard.

Other Payment Options:

  • Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) – for Companies only – please contact our finance department by email at finance@tsask.ca for more details. This option is currently unavailable for individuals.
  • Cash – in person only
  • Debit – in person at our Regina Office only
  • Cheque or Money Order – by mail or courier to: Technical Safety Authority of Saskatchewan, 2202 2nd Avenue, Regina, SK S4R 1K3

 

To help ensure the proper application of your payment, please include the bottom portion (or copy) of the first page of your invoice. You can also include the equipment inventory list if you have indicated any changes in ownership, location, or status. If you are submitting payment online, there is an upload function to attach a scanned copy of your invoice.

  • Electrical

The term “immediate family” is defined as father, mother, father-in-law, mother-in-law, spouse, common-law spouse, brother, sister, brother-in-law, sister-in-law, son, daughter, son-in-law, daughter-in-law, grandparent, or grandparent-in-law.

They must hold a Saskatchewan Electrical Journeyperson licence to perform work under your homeowner permit. You will need to provide their Saskatchewan Electrical Journeyperson licence number. Red Seal or other provincial licences are not accepted on their own.

  • Electrical

It is an inspection of any wiring installation prior to finishing of the walls. (i.e. drywall, wall board, etc.)

  • Electrical

A structure used as a residential dwelling exclusively for occupancy by one family. Dwellings such as a condominium, duplex, or townhouse that share walls with another dwelling are not considered a single-family dwelling.

  • Electrical

All the branch circuit wiring throughout the home and garage (attached or detached), as well as a subpanel if required.

Branch circuits start at the breaker box and extend to the electrical devices connected to the service. Branch circuits are the last part of the circuit supplying electrical devices.

  • Electrical

No. Due to the complexity of the work and working with unprotected electrical equipment, a licensed Saskatchewan Electrical Contractor is required to perform the work under the authority of a contractor’s permit.

  • Electrical

You can obtain the permit ONLY if you are a licensed Saskatchewan Electrical Journeyperson or if your immediate family member is a licensed Saskatchewan Electrical Journeyperson and is performing the work.

  • Electrical

You will be provided with a Homeowner Energization Sticker at the time you receive your homeowner permit. Applying this sticker confirms you have installed the service to the latest codes and standards and that it is ready to be energized by the power company. Arrangements for the disconnect and reconnect are your responsibility through the power company.

  • Electrical

No. This is not a part of the single-family detached dwelling and therefore all electrical work must be performed by a licensed Saskatchewan Electrical Contractor under the authority of a contractor’s permit.

  • Electrical

No. Licensed Saskatchewan Electrical Contractors are responsible for purchasing and submitting permits for the work they are doing. It is your right to ask the contractor for a copy of the permit.

  • Electrical

Yes. Choose the Miscellaneous Wiring section on the permit application.

  • Electrical

Yes. A permit is required to ensure that the interconnected wiring and the devices are compatible and installed correctly. If during renovation or repair work, the walls are opened or if cabinetry is removed/replaced, every effort shall be made to ensure that the electrical wiring and circuitry for all outlets are brought up to the current Canadian Electrical Code (CEC). Contact the Electrical Inspector on what is required for the current CEC.

  • Electrical

Yes. Permits are required for all electrical work in your home.

  • Electrical

Yes, as long as the work being performed on each floor is not more than 50% of the residence. If more than 50%, choose the Wiring or Rewiring of a Single-Family Dwelling section on the permit application.

  • Electrical

Yes. Permits are required for all electrical work in your home.

  • Electrical

A permit is required for electrical installation as per the Electrical Inspection Act 1993. Failure to do so may result in the disconnect of the service.

Purchasing a permit entitles you to an inspection. The Electrical Inspector will ensure the work is up to code and is done in a safe manner.

  • Electrical

It is the permit holder’s responsibility to contact the Electrical Inspector to arrange the inspection prior to the installation of any wall coverings (drywall, paneling, shiplap, etc.) which would render the wiring inaccessible. The inspector will discuss any further inspections.

Contact the Electrical Inspector using the phone number or email address listed on the permit to arrange for an inspection.

  • Electrical

Contact our office. Homeowner permits may be cancelled and refunded up to one year prior to the commencement of work. No refunds will be issued after work commences.

  • Electrical

Homeowner permits are valid for 12 months from date of purchase.

  • Electrical

Please email us at geis@tsask.ca or call 1-866-530-8599 and we will be happy to help you.

  • Electrical

You must have a registered GEIS account to submit plans. If you are an electrical contractor with a GEIS account, you can access the portal under the “New” menu.

If you are not registered, you will need to create an account by following these steps:

  • Go to GEIS to create a username and password.
  • Once your registration is submitted, you will receive an email with a link to verify your email address.
  • Your registration will be pending TSASK approval.  You will receive an email that your account has been activated.  Please allow up to 2 business days. 

  • Electrical

There are two types of user accounts, Company Administrators and Normal Users.

  • Company Administrators can add or remove users, reset a user’s password, enter and submit plans, and pay for plans. It is recommended that you have at least two Company Administrators for the account.
  • Normal users can enter and submit plans and pay for plans.

  • Electrical

No. Each address must be submitted separately.

  • Electrical

Yes.  You will see progress in real time with one of the following statuses:

  • Submitted:  Your plan is submitted and is in the queue to be assigned to a reviewer. It could be in this status anywhere from 4-8 weeks.
  • In Review: Your plan has been assigned to a reviewer and the review process has started.
  • Returned:  Your plan has been returned due to required information not included with your submission.  When the required documents have been uploaded, your submission will be placed back into the queue.
  • Authorized: The review is complete and is ready for payment, if applicable.

  • Electrical

You can upload the following extensions: PDF, PNG, ZIP, JPG, JPEG, EML and MSG.

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The file size limit for an electrical plan submission is 50MB.

  • Electrical

Once the review is complete, you will receive an email with a payment link.

  • Electrical

Once the review is complete, you will receive an email with a payment link. Upon receipt of payment, the Outcome Letter will be available for download. If payment is not required, you will receive access to the Outcome Letter as soon as the review is complete. Payment options are by credit card online, EFT, or by cheque.

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The waiting time for review remains at 6-8 weeks for non-expedite and 4-6 weeks for expedite.

  • Electrical

If you did not include all the required documents with your submission, your application will be “returned” and removed from the queue.  You will need to submit the missing documents as identified in the email within 5 business days.  Once you have uploaded the required documents to your portal, your application will be placed back in the queue the day it was resubmitted. If the the missing documents are not uploaded within 5 business days, the plan will be cancelled.

  • Electrical

We will no longer accept plan submission through the mail or by email. You must have a GEIS account in order to submit plans.

  • Electrical

No, all electrical contractors who have a GEIS account will have access to submit electrical plans.

  • Electrical

Electrical Contractors who have an existing online GEIS permit account will already have access to submit electrical plans. New applicants (excluding contractors) will have to register for an applicant’s account which is similar to registering for an online permit account. The applicant can be the homeowner submitting the plan, the company installing the solar project, or the engineer company doing the plans on behalf of the contractor/solar company/homeowner.