Find Sites by Classification
The table below summarizes the number of sites in the inventory by their classification type as defined by the National Classification System of the Canadian Council of Ministers of the Environment.
| Classification Type | Suspected | Active | Closed | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Total | 1,167 | 4,098 | 19,102 | 24,367 |
| High Priority for Action | 1 | 609 | 1,164 | 1,774 |
| Medium Priority for Action | 0 | 1,515 | 2,045 | 3,560 |
| Low Priority for Action | 0 | 832 | 1,781 | 2,613 |
| Insufficient Information | 0 | 123 | 459 | 582 |
| Not a Priority for Action | 1 | 273 | 2,804 | 3,078 |
| Site(s) not yet classified | 1,165 | 746 | 10,849 | 12,760 |
The following are the definitions for the three site status types for contaminated sites:
- Suspected
- Further assessment work is required to confirm whether the site is considered a "contaminated site."
- Active
- Active sites are confirmed contaminated sites where remedial action is or may be required.
- Closed
- No further action is required.
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