At Ontario Excess Soil, we're basically matchmakers for dirt. We take the guesswork out of soil management by connecting construction sites that have excess soil with projects that need quality fill material. Instead of sending good soil to landfills, we help it find a new home where it's actually needed.

Our platform makes it simple. When you have excess soil from your project, we help you find nearby sites that can use it. When you need fill material, we connect you with sources of quality soil that meets your project requirements. It's that straightforward.

But here's the key part – we make sure everything follows Ontario's soil regulations (O. Reg. 406/19) so you stay compliant while saving money. No shortcuts, no headaches, just proper soil management that works.

The Benefits Add Up Fast

Save Money on Every Project

The math is pretty simple. Landfill disposal fees keep going up, and buying new fill material is expensive. When you can reuse excess soil instead, you cut both those costs. Some of our clients save thousands of dollars per project just by avoiding landfill fees and finding cheaper fill sources nearby.

Transportation costs drop too. Instead of hauling soil long distances to a landfill and then bringing in new material from somewhere else, you're moving soil shorter distances to where it's actually needed.

Stay on the Right Side of the Rules

Ontario's excess soil regulations can be confusing, and the penalties for getting it wrong aren't fun. We take care of the compliance side so you don't have to become an expert in environmental regulations. Our team knows O. Reg. 406/19 inside and out, and we make sure every soil movement meets the requirements.

That means proper testing, documentation, and tracking. We handle the paperwork and assessments, so you can focus on your actual construction work instead of regulatory compliance.

Go Green Without Extra Effort

Reusing soil instead of sending it to landfills is one of the easiest ways to make your projects more environmentally friendly. You're reducing waste, cutting down on truck trips, and supporting Ontario's circular economy without any extra work on your end.

Every ton of soil that gets reused instead of landfilled is a win for the environment. And when that soil stays local, you're also reducing greenhouse gas emissions from transportation.

Make Your Operations Smoother

Nobody wants to deal with complicated logistics and multiple vendors when you're trying to keep a project on schedule. We work with trusted hauling partners across Ontario to coordinate the actual movement of materials, so you're dealing with one point of contact instead of juggling multiple relationships.

Our logistics coordination means materials show up when they're supposed to, where they're supposed to be, and within budget. No surprises, no delays, no headaches.

How It Actually Works

The process is designed to be as simple as possible. When you have a project generating excess soil, you contact us with basic information about what you've got – how much soil, what type, and when you need it moved. We assess the material to make sure it meets reuse standards and find suitable destination sites.

For projects that need fill material, we match you with appropriate soil sources based on your specifications and timeline. Everything gets properly documented and tracked to meet regulatory requirements.

Our engineering team handles the technical assessments and testing when needed. The logistics team coordinates with haulers to move materials efficiently. You get regular updates but don't need to manage all the moving pieces yourself.

Why This Matters for Ontario

Ontario generates about 25 million cubic meters of excess soil every year. That's a massive amount of material that could be put to good use instead of taking up space in landfills. When construction projects can easily connect with each other to share materials, everyone benefits.

Local communities see less truck traffic heading to distant landfills. Construction companies save money on disposal and materials. The environment benefits from reduced waste and emissions. It's one of those rare situations where doing the right thing also makes financial sense.

The province introduced O. Reg. 406/19 to encourage exactly this kind of soil reuse while maintaining environmental protections. The regulation creates opportunities for beneficial reuse when done properly, but navigating the requirements can be complex for individual project managers.

Our Complete Solution

Beyond just material matching, we provide everything needed for proper soil management. That includes regulatory compliance support to navigate O. Reg. 406/19 requirements, engineering consulting for soil assessments and testing, and logistics coordination with our network of trusted haulers.

The goal is to make soil reuse as easy as possible while ensuring everything meets environmental and safety standards. You shouldn't need to become an expert in soil regulations or spend time finding and vetting haulers. We handle those pieces so you can focus on your core business.

Whether you're working on a small residential development or a major infrastructure project, the principles are the same – match excess soil with reuse opportunities, follow the regulations, and coordinate efficient movement of materials.

The Bottom Line

Ontario Regulation 406/19 represents a significant shift in how we handle excess soil in the province. While it adds complexity to construction projects, it also creates a more transparent, environmentally responsible system for soil management.

The key to success is understanding the requirements early, building compliance into your project planning, and working with qualified professionals who know the system. The regulation continues to evolve with periodic amendments, so staying informed about updates is important for ongoing compliance.

For construction and development professionals, mastering these requirements isn't just about avoiding regulatory issues - it's about participating in a more sustainable approach to soil management that benefits the entire province. With proper planning and execution, compliance with O. Reg. 406/19 becomes just another part of responsible project management.

To find out how Ontario Excess Soil can support your next project, contact us at ontarioexcesssoil@gmail.com  

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