Publications

We provide guidance on various topics through our publications. You will find reports, guides, procedures and other publications related to road transportation.

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Title Description Type Published
Britax Chaperone infant restraint – chest clip breakage The purpose of this Interim Order is to allow manufacturers and importers to offer in Canada child restraint systems, which incorporate an internal harness and a tether strap, designed for use by children weighing up to 30 kg (65 lbs) Safety Alert
Barbie, Ferrari, Fisher-Price, and Hot Wheels booster seats – minimum height discrepancy The purpose of this Interim Order is to allow manufacturers and importers to offer in Canada child restraint systems, which incorporate an internal harness and a tether strap, designed for use by children weighing up to 30 kg (65 lbs). Safety Alert
Baby Trend infant car seats – warning labels The purpose of this Interim Order is to allow manufacturers and importers to offer in Canada child restraint systems, which incorporate an internal harness and a tether strap, designed for use by children weighing up to 30 kg (65 lbs) Consumer Information Notice
Baby Trend infant car seats – national safety mark It was reported to Transport Canada that Baby Zone in Victoria, B.C. was importing infant restraint systems from the United States that did not comply with Canada Motor Vehicle Safety Standard 213.1 - Infant Restraints. Safety Alert
Dorel Canada Designer 22 and Arriva infant carriers 0 Safety Alert
Consumer Reports article concerning infant car seats 0 Consumer Information Notice
Checklist for buying a child car seat or booster seat The key to safe driving is to pay attention to the road at all times and to make sure passengers (and kids) are always properly buckled up. Checklist
Trucks, Buses, MPVs: Federal Lighting Equipment Location Requirements Guide on federal requirements for the lighting of trucks, buses and multi-purpose vehicles. Guideline
Directive for the Issuance of Exemptions From Regulatory Requirements Pursuant to the Motor Vehicle Transport Act

The purpose of this document is to define parameters on how the Minister’s opinion is formed, and against what criteria, in granting exemptions from regulatory requirements and to ensure the exemption process is equitable to all those who come forward with a request, while simultaneously ensuring the best interests of the public are protected.

Policy
Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics: 2015 Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics for 2015. Statistics and data
Archived Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics: 2003 Collision statistics for 2003 - number of collisions, deaths and injuries in Canada (all provinces and territories). Statistics and data
Archived 2011-2015 Ford Explorer Potential Rear Suspension Failures Under Certain Conditions List of Road Safety publications on this web site. Safety Advisory
Low-speed vehicle information sheet Information on low-speed lightweight limited purpose vehicle Fact sheet
Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics: 2014 Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics 2014 Statistics and data
Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics: 2012 Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics: 2012 Statistics and data
Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics: 2013 Collection of data on all reportable motor vehicle collisions across Canada. Statistics and data
Trailers: Federal Lighting Equipment Location Requirements Guide on federal requirements for the lighting of trailers. Guideline
Be Bright Like the Warning Light! Warning lights can signal that something is wrong before it becomes serious enough to cause an expensive repair or replacement. Paying attention to your warning lights could also save you or others from injury. Safety Advisory
Low Speed Vehicle Crash Tests - Video List of Road Safety publications on this web site. Video
Driver Attitude to Speeding and Speed Management: A Quantitative and Qualitative Study - Final Report Study examining relatively broad aspects of drivers' attitudes to speeding. Report
Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics: 2011 Canadian Motor Vehicle Traffic Collision Statistics 2011 Statistics and data
Vehicle Floor Mats - Interference with Accelerator (Gas) and Brake Pedals If you install aftermarket vehicle floor mats the wrong way, they can make your vehicle speed up suddenly. Learn how to install them properly to reduce the risk of an accident. Safety Advisory
School Bus Restraints for Small Children in Canada Study that assessed the safety of preschool-aged children travelling in school buses. Study
Riding On Air Information and guidance on using your vehicle’s tires safely. Safety Advisory
Archived Older General Motors Pontiac Grand Am Air Bag Safety Archived - Recall for the air bag of the General Motors Pontiac Grand Am Safety Advisory

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