Welcome to the Species at Risk Permit System

The Species at Risk Act (SARA) component of the e-permitting system provides the ability to complete a SARA permit application online. If you have questions relating to a SARA permit application, please contact: your regional office

Comments and feedback regarding this e-permitting system can be directed to: ec.permislep-sarapermits.ec@ec.gc.ca

Do I really need a permit?

If a person is undertaking an activity involving species listed under the federal Species at Risk Act (SARA) on federal lands, a SARA permit may be required. For further information on the matter please consult: Permits and Agreements.