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The purpose of this document is to provide guidance to the general public on the purchase of lithium batteries for their devices.

Lithium-ion batteries are used as lightweight, long-lasting energy storage solutions. They are found in many consumer electronics, from power-tools to electric vehicles. Buying good quality batteries can keep your home and the Canadian transportation system safer.

Transport Canada's Client Identification Database Platform, herein referred to as TC CID Platform, addresses recommendations made by the Office of the Auditor General of Canada, that Transport Canada improve its knowledge of stakeholders involved in the importing, offering for transport, handling, or transportation of dangerous goods (DG) herein referred to DG activities.

Tracking Number – ASF- 2023-03E

May 25, 2023

Table of Contents

Purpose

Transport Canada Contact Information

Part A: General Provisions

1. Short Title
2. Scope
3. Definitions

Part B: Key Principles

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The following guides provide more information on the steps needed to register your organization and related sites.

Review and confirm your information

Once registered, you will need to update and confirm your registration every year. You will receive an email reminder to complete this task about 30 days before it's due.

To confirm your information hasn't changed:

Update your information

Once registered, you can update your information in the CID dashboard at any time. This includes:

Register your organization and sites

To register your organization and sites: