Many types of exotic pets and wildlife are considered ”controlled” in Alberta. Sometimes it is for safety of the general public, but often times it is to manage populations and the ecosystem. So can you own a kangaroo in Alberta? Can you own a kangaroo in Alberta? You can legally own a kangaroo without a…
The laws governing the quantity of gasoline you can travel with are governed by Transport Canada. These laws are federal and apply everywhere, not just Alberta. How many jerry cans are you allowed to transport in Canada? You can legally transport 150kg or 200 Litres of gasoline in jerry cans in Canada. This is a…
The Class 7 Learners license is the first step in a 3 step process to get fully class 5 licensed in Alberta. To get your learners license, you need to pass a knowledge test. The test consists of 30 multiple choice questions. Can you take the Alberta learners test online? You can NOT take the…
Alberta has very strict laws when it comes to selling tobacco and vaping products. Stores must hide these products from view of minors. Selling these products to minors comes with severe consequences. But what about an underaged employee of the store? Can a minor sell cigarettes and vaping products in Alberta? Yes, a minor can…
Fatigued driving is very dangerous and leads to many crashes, injuries and deaths on Alberta roads each year. It is estimated that being awake for 17 to 19 hours is the equivalent of a .05 blood alcohol level. This is considered impaired in the Province of Alberta. Can you sleep in your car in Alberta?…
The Alberta Traffic Safety Act defines a motorcycle as: a motor vehicle, other then a moped that is mounted on 2 or 3 wheels and includes those motor vehicles known in the automotive trade as motorcycles and scooters. Do You Need a Motorcycle License to Drive a Can-Am Spyder in Alberta? You must have a…
Mobility aids are a very useful tool for those with a physical disability. It allows for people to get around town without needing a car when walking is not an option. These are usually some form of electric scooter, or electric wheel chair. Let’s further explore the question of “Do You Need a License to…
Alberta Transportation defines a motorcycle as: “A motor vehicle, other then a moped that is mounted on 2 or 3 wheels and includes those motor vehicles known in the automotive trade as motorcycles and scooters.” Let’s take a further look at the question “Can you drive a motorcycle with a Class 5 in Alberta?” Can…
In Alberta, laws regarding dirt bikes are in the Alberta Transportation Rules and Regulations Applying to Small Vehicles. Dirt Bikes are motor vehicles that are classified as an off highway vehicle (OHV). Do you need to insure a dirt bike in Alberta? You DO NOT have to insure a dirt bike that is being driven…
Golf carts are a handy tool to get around with. They are not just for golf courses. Small machines like golf carts are popular for general usage on private lands. Can you drive a golf cart on the road in Alberta? You can only drive golf carts on private land. It is illegal to drive…
