As of June 1, 2019, new regulations for Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS), formerly known as drones, have come into effect in Canada. As part of the new regulations, there are a number of requirements to follow including Transport Canada registration, pilot licencing and a pre-flight site survey.

With an increasing number of users of Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems, the new regulations ensure that proper training and proper  licencing are in place,  among other requirements. The old requirements differed between recreational and commercial use. Now all uses must follow the same requirements.

Anyone planning to operate an RPAS on campus or off campus for the purposes of McMaster-affiliated activity must contact Environmental and Occupational Health Support Services (EOHSS) for the necessary approval requirements at eohss@mcmaster.ca

Read the Transport Canada regulations.