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MATRIX – Tailored Excavation and Soil Management Solutions for Every Client

At MATRIX, we understand that each project presents unique challenges and demands. Our services are designed to meet the specific needs of our diverse client base, from construction companies to municipalities, ensuring compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

Construction and Excavation Professionals

For construction and excavation companies, managing excess soil effectively is critical to maintaining project timelines and budgets. MATRIX provides end-to-end soil management solutions, including precise soil quality assessments, negotiation of favorable disposal rates, and identification of clean reuse sites. Our team streamlines the process to minimize disruptions, whether you’re working on residential developments, commercial builds, or large-scale infrastructure projects. By ensuring compliance with O.Reg 406/19, MATRIX keeps your projects moving smoothly, reducing unnecessary costs and delays.

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Real-Estate Planners & Developers

Developers face a unique set of challenges, particularly when managing large-scale projects involving substantial excavation. MATRIX can assist in creating and managing Soil Depots, ensuring that excess soil is handled in compliance with regulatory requirements while optimizing costs. From planning efficient stockpiling strategies to securing approved receiving sites, MATRIX provides the expertise needed to protect your bottom line. Whether you’re developing residential subdivisions or multi-use commercial properties, our solutions ensure that your project runs efficiently and sustainably.

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Property Owners

Property owners, whether managing a single lot or a large estate, can benefit greatly from proactive soil management planning. At MATRIX, we help you get ahead of potential challenges by assessing soil quality early, planning for efficient excavation, and identifying cost-saving strategies. Whether you’re building a custom home, installing utilities, or regrading land, our expertise can significantly reduce excavation costs and prevent unexpected expenses, all while ensuring compliance with environmental regulations.

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Municipalities

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Municipal projects, from road expansions to park development, often involve large volumes of excess soil requiring careful management. Regardless of the project’s size or scope, MATRIX provides comprehensive support for all your soil management needs. We assist municipalities in developing compliant soil management plans, conducting soil quality testing, and finding appropriate reuse or disposal sites. By partnering with MATRIX, municipalities can enhance sustainability, reduce costs, and ensure that public works projects meet the highest environmental standards.

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Need a personalized solution?

With MATRIX, you’re choosing a team that embodies innovation, reliability, and a steadfast commitment to environmental responsibility. Our meticulous attention to detail and dedication to excellence ensure that every aspect of your project is managed efficiently and effectively, allowing you to achieve your goals while safeguarding the future.
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Be It Excavation, Transport, Assessment or Management Services, MATRIX has the Environmental Solution at Hand

With a focus on compliance, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, MATRIX delivers customized soil management solutions for every client category. Whether you’re a contractor, developer, property owner, or municipality, our expertise ensures your project stays on track and within budget. Contact us today to see how we can support your soil management needs.

Onsite and Excess Soil Regulations (O.Reg. 406/19): Simplified

The province of Ontario estimates that approximately 25 million cubic meters of excess soil are excavated each year. While much of this soil can be safely reused, some may contain contaminants that pose risks to groundwater, surface water, and the surrounding environment. To address these concerns, Ontario introduced new regulations starting in 2021, with additional measures being phased in through 2025, ensuring safer and more sustainable soil management practices.

What’s Changing?
MATRIX at the Forefront of Ontario’s New Soil Regulations

Ontario’s Onsite and Excess Soil Regulations (O.Reg. 406/19) are transforming how soil is managed, and MATRIX is leading the way in helping clients adapt to these changes. From new reuse rules to stricter landfill restrictions, MATRIXensures your projects remain compliant and efficient.

Reuse Rules (Effective January 1, 2021)
New regulations define how excess soil can be handled and safely reused. They clarify waste designations, providing clear guidelines for assessing and managing soil. MATRIX is here to help you navigate these rules, ensuring your soil management plans align with the latest requirements.

Testing, Tracking, and Registration (Effective January 1, 2022)
Regulations now require specific testing and tracking of soil before it leaves the site. The extent of these requirements depends on the type and scale of the project. Larger projects must also complete online registrations. MATRIX simplifies this process by creating customized soil sampling plans, managing testing protocols, and ensuring compliance with tracking and registration mandates.

Reducing Waste Soil at Reuse Sites
New measures aim to reduce the accumulation of waste soil at large reuse sites. Soil sampling plans and detailed soil characterization reports are becoming essential. MATRIX provides expert support in developing these reports and ensuring that soil meets all reuse criteria, streamlining the process and reducing unnecessary waste.

Landfilling Soil Restrictions (Effective January 1, 2025)
Restrictions will limit the disposal of clean soil at landfill sites unless it serves a beneficial purpose, such as cover material. MATRIX helps clients find alternative, compliant solutions for excess soil management, minimizing landfill dependency and promoting sustainable practices. As Ontario’s soil regulations evolve, MATRIX is at the forefront, offering the expertise and strategies you need to stay ahead of these changes while achieving your project goals.