International Visitors

The information provided on this page is provided for your convenience. You should not assume it is fully accurate or up to date.
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Vehicles & Driving

Seatbelts are mandatory for anyone weighing over 40 lbs. And car seats are required for children under that weight.
Radar detectors and studded tires are illegal in Ontario.
Right turns are permitted on a red light after a complete stop unless posted otherwise.
Speed limits and distances are posted in kilometers (1 mile = 1.62 km)
Liquid fuels are sold by the litre (1 US gallon = 3.8 litres).

The entry of vehicles and trailers into Canada for touring purposes is usually a quick routine
matter. Any necessary permits are issued at the port of entry. If you've rented a vehicle or trailer, make sure you bring along a copy of the rental contract that stipulates you have permission to use it in Canada.
U.S. motorists planning to travel in Canada are advised to obtain a "Canadian Non-Resident Inter-Province Motor Vehicle Liability Insurance Card" available only in the U.S.. Contact your
local insurance agent.

ATV-ing & The Law

While operating an ATV, the same rules of the road and penalties apply as for driving a car, including possible fines, loss of driver’s license, criminal record and/or imprisonment.
Ontario requires the mandatory use of CSA approved safety helmets while operating or riding an ATV.
All Ontario residents must register their motorized all-terrain vehicles (MAV) with the Ministry of Transportation, display the registration numbers and show proof of insurance.
All non-residents must produce evidence of insurance and registration or bill of sale and comply with Ontario's ATV regulations.
Non-Ontario residents who are not compelled to insure their ATV in their own state must be covered while in Ontario. They may do so through their car insurance.
All Ontario residents must display a current validation of their MAV.
Both resident and non-resident drivers must be at least 16 years old and can use a valid driver's license.

In Summary; to ATV legally in Ontario, you must have:

* A valid driver's license;
* Proof of ATV ownership;
* Registration;
* Insurance; and
* CSA approved Helmets.

Snowmobiling & The Law

While operating a snowmobile, the same rules of the road and penalties apply as for driving a car, including possible fines, loss of driver's license, criminal record and/or imprisonment.
Ontario requires the mandatory use of CSA approved safety helmets while operating or riding a snowmobiling.
All Ontario residents must register their motorized snow vehicles (MSV) with the Ministry of Transportation, display the registration numbers and show proof of insurance.
All non-residents must produce evidence of insurance and registration or bill of sale and comply with Ontario's snowmobile regulations.
Non-Ontario residents who are not compelled to insure their snowmobile in their own state must be covered while in Ontario. They may do so through their car insurance.
All Ontario residents must display a current validation of their MSV.
Both resident and non-resident drivers must be at least 12 years old and hold a motorized snow vehicle operator's license. Those 16 and over can use a valid driver's license.
In order to ride OFSC snowmobile trails, a current valid OFSC trail permit must appear on the windshield of your sled. OFSC permits can be purchased from many local businesses, and from the local snowmobile club.
The maximum legal speed limit on Ontario trails is 50 kilometres per hour (35mph)

In Summary; to snowmobile legally in Ontario, you must have:

* A valid driver's license;
* Proof of snowmobile ownership;
* Registration;
* Insurance; and
* Helmets.