Transport Canada released a notice in December 2020 intended for industry stakeholders handling, offering for transport or transporting dangerous goods as well as the inspectorate.

The notice, released in a handout format, includes a reminder for a requirement in the Transportation of Dangerous Goods Regulations (TDGR) regarding accepted marks on a consignment, particularly some marks that will no longer be permitted after December 31, 2020.

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Some marks that are currently authorized for use on dangerous goods shipped as a limited quantity will expire on December 31, 2020. Marks in the form of text and the white square on point with a UN number are no longer accepted after December 31, 2020.

Subsection 1.17(5) and 1.17(6) of the TDGR includes the accepted marks that must be used as of January 1, 2021.

If you have any questions regarding the exemption notice, please contact Transport Canada at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..