Elevator and Lift Devices Program

Under The Elevator Act, the elevator inspection program is structured to allow Mechanical and Engineering to focus resources where they are needed most.

With a mandate to help ensure that all elevating devices are safe for operation, Mechanical and Engineering assesses each installation according to its age, maintenance condition and history, inspection history and the inherent risk based on its type and determines how long the elevator may be operated between inspections. Higher risk installations are issued six month operating permits while those with proven records in stable environments may be permitted for up to three years.

In addition to inspecting and permitting passenger and freight elevators, the inspection program extends to escalators, dumbwaiter, hand-powered elevators, personnel hoists, ski lifts and handicap elevators.

Although Mechanical and Engineering does not licence trades under the Elevator Act, the work of inspectors in the field both fosters and enforces high performance standards from elevator mechanics.

Applying for an Elevator or Lift Device Inspection

Elevator inspectors see each installation before the permit expires. In addition to inspecting existing installations, Mechanical and Engineering also approves designs for new installations. Inspectors conduct a start-up inspection of new installations before adding them to the regular role of inspections.

How To Contact Your Inspector

Elevator Inspectors generally work in one geographical area. Although inspectors are rotated periodically, you can generally assume that the inspector you saw last year will be the one you see again this year. To speak with or correspond with your inspector, please consult the contact information below. If you are unsure who your inspector is, please call the Mechanical and Engineering switchboard for help: (204) 945-3373. In addition, you may also contact the Senior Elevator and Life Device Inspector at 794-8097.

Elevator and Life Device Program Fee Information

Please consult the following documents for information on inspection fees.

• Fees for Approval of Drawings and Specifications for Elevators and Lift Devices- (pdf)
• Fees for Permit for New, Altered Elevators or Devices - (pdf)
• Fees Schedule for Renewal of Elevators Permits - Effective July 27, 2005 - (pdf)