Category: Canada

General information. The operation of a road train with a length exceeding the length authorized under the Vehicle Load and Size Limits Regulation is authorized on condition that the operator holds a special permit. The use of such vehicles is limited to divided highways and short road sections along these highways. What countries have road […]

Not only do three levels of government – federal, provincial and municipal – make traffic laws and statutes, but common law rules still play an important role in this area as well. What are traffic laws in Canada? Canadians drive on the right hand side of the road and pass on the left. Making full […]

Can Non-US Citizens open bank or brokerage accounts? Yes, they can. Even if they don’t live in the US. Can an American open up a Canadian brokerage account? You will need to provide your Canadian SIN number as well as any foreign tax ID numbers you may have during the application. Additional documentation may be […]

TFSA contribution limits, current and historical As of 2022, a total of $81,500 in TFSA contribution room has accumulated for eligible Canadian residents. Once 2023 rolls around, with its increased contribution limit of $6,500, the total contribution room will be $88,000. Does TFSA have a lifetime limit? There’s also no lifetime contribution limit, so your […]

Most countries adopted this metric unit of measurement (kilometres rather than miles) and converted measured road distances and speed limits to kilometres (km) and kilometres per hour (km/h). The UK, USA and Canada retained the traditional MPH unit as well as numerous UK colonies as shows in the table above. Is Canada a KPH or […]

As such, 12- and 15-passenger vans could be subject to a broad range of federal, provincial and territorial acts and regulations that govern commercial transport. According to these requirements, drivers may need a commercial bus driver’s licence and meet higher medical fitness standards in order to drive these vans. What license do I need to […]

right. Like most of the world, Canadians drive on the right-hand side of the road. If this is your first time driving on the right, spend some time getting used to it on smaller side roads. Which lane is the fast lane in Canada? High Traffic Conditions When the speed of traffic is 50 km/h […]

While most Canadian provinces don’t require the use of chains, most allow them to be used when driving conditions are poor. Even though British Columbia is the only major province that require truckers to use chains on when they’re required by law enforcement, it’s still a good idea to have them with you. Can I […]

Yes, only on corner lots can you not build a snowman that is taller than 76 centimetres (30 inches). People are curious why the law only applies to residents living in corner lots. Where in Canada can’t you build a snowman higher than 76.2 cm 30 inches if you live on a street corner? The […]

Air Canada has always been a bigger airline than WestJet. They are a much larger company, they have a much larger global reach, and they serve far more destinations. Which airlines are affiliated with Air Canada? Air Canada is a founding member of Star Alliance, which includes Lufthansa, Asiana Airlines, United Airlines, and many more […]