2026 Canadian Labour Day Oversize Load Travel Restrictions

August 3, 2026

Labour Day will be observed across Canada on Monday, September 7, 2026, with many provinces implementing oversize and overweight (OS/OW) travel restrictions throughout the holiday weekend. Carriers planning cross-border or domestic Canadian moves should review applicable restrictions before dispatching loads, as permitted travel hours may be limited based on your route, load dimensions, and provincial regulations.

Below is a summary of the current Canadian Labour Day oversize load travel restrictions by province. Because restrictions can vary by permit conditions and specific routes, always refer to your issued permit and plan ahead to avoid delays.

ALBERTA

No travel allowed if over 3.85m wide from 3:00pm on 09/04 and all day 09/06 and 09/07 Normal restrictions apply to Saturday, 09/05

BRITISH COLUMBIA

No travel allowed if over 31.0m long or 3.80m wide after 3:30 pm on 09/04- 09/07 based on size. REFER to the attached restrictions in your permit quoting your specific dimensions and area of travel for specific restrictions on your load.

SASKATCHEWAN

No travel allowed if over 3.85m wide, 42m long, or 9m rear effective overhang after 3:00pm on 09/04 after noon on 09/06, and after noon on 09/07 regular restrictions times apply to Saturday travel 09/05

MANITOBA

9/06 & 9/07: If over 3.40m wide on 2‐lane Hwys, 3.70m wide on 4‐lane Hwys, or over 26m long, no travel after 4:00 pm on 08/29 and no travel 09/07.

ONTARIO

Under annual dimension: No travel allowed after Noon on 09/07. Over annual dimension: No travel allowed after Noon on 09/04 & no travel allowed on 9/06

QUEBEC

No travel allowed on 09/06 and 09/07

NEW BRUNSWICK

No travel after 3:00pm on 09/04 & after noon on 09/03, 9/06 & 09/07 If over 3.65m wide and/or 30m long REFER to permits for specific restrictions regarding your load

NEWFOUNDLAND

No travel allowed if over 3.65m wide after 3:00pm on 09/04 until sunrise the 09/07, unless otherwise stated on permit.

NWT and the YUKON

No special travel restrictions

NOVA SCOTIA

09/06 & 09/07: No travel allowed after noon unless otherwise stated on your permit.

PRINCE EDWARD ISLAND

No special travel restrictions. Daylight Travel only

Need Permits? WCS Permits & Pilot Cars Can Help

If you need assistance obtaining Canadian oversize permits or coordinating your move, the team at WCS Permits & Pilot Cars is available to help keep your shipment moving safely and compliantly. Contact WCS Permits now.

****ALWAYS DOUBLE CHECK YOUR PERMITS ****

STATE	CA
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE IRP REQUIREMENTS	>26k GVW, >2 axles, or with trailer
COMMERCIAL VEHICLE IFTA REQUIREMENTS	>26k GVW, >2 axles, or with trailer
RV/SME IRP REQUIREMENTS	Purchase if RV/SME towed. W/dealer tag, IRP not required.
RV/SME IFTA REQUIREMENTS	None
SPECIAL WEIGHT REGISTRATION REQUIREMENTS	None
HUNTER’S PERMIT AVAILABLE?	No
IRP/IFTA RE-ENTRY PERMIT REQUIRED?	No
EXCEPTIONS	None
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
TRIP & FUEL STATE FEE	$31

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