Transportation
Are you a Commercial Carrier?
You are a commercial carrier if:
You operate a vehicle for business in a single province with a registered GVW of 11,974 kg or more.
OR
You operate a vehicle for business in multiple provinces or states with a registered GVW of 4,500 kg or more.
Commercial carriers are required to:
- implement safety and maintenance programs that meet the minimum National Safety Code (NSC) standards
- obtain a Safety Fitness Certificate
- comply with the Commercial Vehicle Drivers Hours of Service Regulations
- comply with NSC driver record keeping requirements such as driver log books and pre-trip inspections
Did you know?
GVW is different than GVWR
Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) is the total weight of the truck and payload at a point in time. It is the GVW that is used to determine the weight to register your vehicle and the weight you register your vehicle determines whether you are a commercial carrier.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) is the maximum weight rating established by the vehicle manufacturer. It is the maximum allowable weight of the vehicle and payload before any additional weight of a trailer is applied.
Still not sure if you are a commercial carrier? Contact us for more information.
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