Victoria Day 2026 Oversize & Overweight Load Restrictions Across Canada

May 11, 2026

As Victoria Day weekend approaches on May 15-17, carriers and drivers transporting oversize and overweight loads should prepare for holiday travel restrictions across Canada. Many provinces will implement reduced travel windows or full shutdown periods for larger permitted loads to help manage increased holiday traffic volumes.

Below is a summary of the anticipated Victoria Day 2026 restrictions by province and territory.

Alberta

No travel permitted for loads over 3.85m wide:
- After 3:00 PM on May 15
- All day on May 17 and May 18
Normal Saturday restrictions apply on May 16

British Columbia

No travel permitted for loads exceeding:
- 31.0m in length
- 3.80m in width
Restrictions begin after 3:30 PM on May 15 through May 18, depending on load size.

Important:
Always refer to the restrictions listed directly on your permit, including your specific dimensions and travel corridor, as additional regional limitations may apply.

Saskatchewan

No travel permitted for loads exceeding:
- 3.85m wide
- 42m long
- 9m rear overhang
Restrictions apply:
- After 3:00 PM on May 15
- After 12:00 PM on May 17
- After 12:00 PM on May 18
Regular Saturday restriction times apply on May 16

Manitoba

May 17–18 Restrictions

No travel permitted for loads exceeding:

3.40m wide on 2-lane highways
3.70m wide on 4-lane highways
26m in length

Additional restrictions:

No travel after 4:00 PM on May 15
No travel permitted on May 18

Ontario

Loads Under Annual Dimensions

No travel permitted after 12:00 PM on May 18

Loads Over Annual Dimensions

No travel permitted after 12:00 PM on May 17
No travel permitted on May 18

Quebec

No travel permitted on:
- May 17
- May 18

New Brunswick

No travel permitted:
- After 3:00 PM on May 13
- After 12:00 PM from May 16 through May 18
Applies to loads over:
- 3.65m wide
- and/or 30m long

Important:
Always refer to your permit for load-specific restrictions and travel conditions.

Newfoundland & Labrador

No travel permitted for loads over 3.65m wide
Restrictions begin after 3:00 PM on May 15 until sunrise on May 19
Exceptions may apply if specifically stated on your permit

Northwest Territories & Yukon

No special Victoria Day travel restrictions in effect

Nova Scotia

May 17–18

No travel permitted after 12:00 PM
Exceptions only if otherwise stated on your permit

Prince Edward Island

No special holiday restrictions
Daylight travel only

Important Reminder for All Carriers

ALWAYS DOUBLE CHECK YOUR PERMITS

Holiday restrictions can vary based on:

Load dimensions
Travel route
Municipality or corridor restrictions
Weather conditions
Construction zones

Drivers and dispatchers should verify all permit conditions before travel to avoid delays, fines, or enforcement issues during the Victoria Day long weekend.

Questions? WCS Permits & Pilot Cars Can Help

WCS Permits & Pilot Cars is North America’s oversize load authority. We are committed to keeping the oversize load industry up-to-date about travel restrictions, oversize fees, declarations and more.

We provide various industries with oversize load permits, trip & fuel permits, superload permits, route surveying, transportation consulting, pilot car dispatching and truck safety equipment throughout the United States and Canada.

WCS has over 75 permit agents who have the experience and knowledge to permit oversize loads in a timely fashion and advise on any oversize or holiday travel restrictions.

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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