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Canadian Remembrance Day Oversize Restrictions

Canadian Remembrance Day Oversize Restrictions

Plan Ahead for Remembrance Day – Wednesday, November 11, 2026

As Canada prepares to observe Remembrance Day on Wednesday, November 11, 2026, oversize and overweight load carriers should be aware of holiday travel restrictions that may impact transportation schedules across Canadian provinces and territories.

Several provinces will enforce travel restrictions beginning Tuesday, November 10, with additional restrictions in effect on Remembrance Day.

To help keep your loads moving, WCS Permits & Pilot Cars has compiled the following Canadian Remembrance Day oversize load travel restrictions.

Canadian Remembrance Day Oversize Load Restrictions

Alberta

No travel permitted for loads exceeding 3.85 meters wide during the following periods:

  • Tuesday, November 10, beginning at 3:00 PM
  • All day Wednesday, November 11

British Columbia

No travel permitted for loads exceeding 31.0 meters long or 3.80 meters wide after 3:30 PM on Tuesday, November 10.

Additional size-based travel restrictions apply on Wednesday, November 11.

Important: Refer to the restrictions attached to your permit for specific limitations based on your load dimensions and area of travel.

Saskatchewan

Travel restrictions apply to loads exceeding 3.85 meters wide, 42 meters long, or 9 meters of rear effective overhang:

  • Tuesday, November 10, after 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday, November 11, after 12:00 PM (noon)

Manitoba

No special Remembrance Day travel restrictions.

Ontario

No special Remembrance Day travel restrictions.

Quebec

No travel permitted on Wednesday, November 11.

New Brunswick

Travel restrictions apply to loads exceeding 3.65 meters wide and/or 30 meters long:

  • Tuesday, November 10, after 3:00 PM
  • Wednesday, November 11, after 12:00 PM (noon)

Refer to your permit for specific restrictions applicable to your load.

Newfoundland and Labrador

No travel permitted for loads exceeding 3.65 meters wide beginning Tuesday, November 10, at 3:00 PM through sunrise on Thursday, November 12, unless otherwise stated on the permit.

Northwest Territories & Yukon

No special Remembrance Day travel restrictions.

Nova Scotia

No travel permitted after 12:00 PM (noon) on Wednesday, November 11, unless otherwise stated on your permit.

Prince Edward Island

No special Remembrance Day travel restrictions. Daylight travel only.

Plan Ahead and Double-Check Your Permits

Holiday travel restrictions can vary depending on load dimensions, travel routes, and individual permit conditions. Even in provinces without special Remembrance Day restrictions, standard oversize load travel regulations may still apply.

Always review your issued permits carefully and confirm all travel restrictions before dispatching your load. Permit-specific conditions take precedence over this general holiday summary.

Need Canadian Oversize Load Permits? WCS Can Help!

Whether you’re transporting an oversize load within Canada or across the U.S.–Canada border, WCS Permits & Pilot Cars can assist with permit coordination, routing, and pilot car services to help keep your operations running smoothly.

Contact WCS Permits & Pilot Cars for assistance with your upcoming oversize and overweight shipments.

Website: www.wcspermits.com

Disclaimer: Restrictions listed are provided for planning purposes and are subject to change. Always verify current regulations and follow the specific conditions outlined on your issued permits.