31.105. As of 21 October 1999, no water withdrawn in Québec may be transferred out of Québec.
However, subject to subdivision 2, this prohibition does not apply to water withdrawn(1) to serve in the production of hydroelectric power;
(2) to be marketed for human consumption, if packaged in Québec in containers of 20 litres or less;
(3) to supply drinking water to establishments, institutions or dwellings situated in a boundary area; or
(4) to supply vehicles, including vessels and aircraft, whether for the needs of persons or animals being transported or for ballast or other needs related to the operation of the vehicles.