01/21/2026
🚨 Important Notice for All Sledders 🚨
Conservation Officers have asked us to share this message with our members. Please don’t shoot the messenger, we’re just passing this along. This always seems to be a point of contention and we’re not looking to debate the topic here, just pass this along to warn fellow members
Due to a growing number of riders not meeting legal requirements, officers will now be issuing fines for missing documents or improper plate mounting.
Just like driving a car or truck, you must have the proper documents and equipment with you while riding.
To avoid tickets, every sledder must carry:
✔ Valid Driver’s Licence
✔ Current Registration
✔ Proper Insurance
✔ A permanently mounted, clearly visible OHV licence plate
• Alberta regulations require plates to be securely mounted on the front or rear of the machine.
• Some officers recognize that mud flaps don’t hold up—so exceptions with side tunnel mounting is typcially acceptable, as long as the plate is secure, unobstructed, and easily visible.
✔ All paperwork must be on you or on the sled
It must be shown immediately if requested by an officer.
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Why this matters
Conservation Officers are seeing widespread non‑compliance this season, so enforcement is being stepped up.
They will be issuing tickets under the Off‑Highway Vehicle Regulation (AR 319/2002), including:
• Section 19: Operating an OHV without a securely attached, legible, clearly visible licence plate.
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Please check your sled before heading out and make sure everything is up to date, secure, and visible.