Publications

Department of Transportation registrar's exemption : [installation and use of blue flashing lamps on tow trucks]

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Alberta Transportation is launching a one-year pilot to allow tow truck operators to increase their visibility and safety while working on Alberta highways. The government will issue a Registrar’s ... More ≫

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Alberta Transportation is launching a one-year pilot to allow tow truck operators to increase their visibility and safety while working on Alberta highways. The government will issue a Registrar’s Exemption to permit the optional use of blue lights, in addition to existing amber lights, on tow trucks and supporting vehicles during a one-year pilot project. The results of the pilot project and other research will help us determine the best use of lights to increase safety for roadside workers.

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Infrastructure annual report

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The annual report of the ministry of Infrastructure contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry ... More ≫

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The annual report of the ministry of Infrastructure contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry business plan, which was published as part of the previous year's budget.

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Transportation annual report

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The annual report of the ministry of Transportation contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry ... More ≫

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The annual report of the ministry of Transportation contains financial information of the ministry and a comparison of actual performance results to desired results set out in the ministry business plan, which was published as part of the previous year's budget. The report also includes financial statements for the entities making up the ministry and for which the minister is responsible.

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New weight allowances for commercial vehicles with alternative fuel sources : hydrogen, electric, or other fuel types

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Alternative fuel systems such as electricity, compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), hydrogen, and hydrogen/diesel dual fuel, have heavier components than diesel engines and ... More ≫

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Alternative fuel systems such as electricity, compressed natural gas (CNG), liquefied natural gas (LNG), hydrogen, and hydrogen/diesel dual fuel, have heavier components than diesel engines and may exceed maximum legal weights. To encourage the broader use of these fuel types, Alberta Transportation is providing additional axle weight on these types of vehicles to offset the added weight of equipment.

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Immediate roadside sanctions review : information sheet

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Provides information about immediate roadside sanctions review request.

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Late reviews : overview program policy

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This policy provides guidance on the availability of late review on application by the recipient, and the ability to grant a late review by the Director acting on their own motion. It includes ... More ≫

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This policy provides guidance on the availability of late review on application by the recipient, and the ability to grant a late review by the Director acting on their own motion. It includes general process for applying, conditions to grant and effect of late review through SafeRoads Alberta.

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Standard reviews : abandonment or failure to participate in review program policy

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This policy provides clarity and guidance on the Director’s interpretation of Section 19 of the Provincial Administrative Penalties Act (PAPA) where a recipient who has requested a review through ... More ≫

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This policy provides clarity and guidance on the Director’s interpretation of Section 19 of the Provincial Administrative Penalties Act (PAPA) where a recipient who has requested a review through SafeRoads Alberta fails to participate in or abandons their review, as well as policies and procedures adopted to implement Section 19 of PAPA to ensure procedural fairness to the recipient while protecting the integrity of the decision-making process.

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Late reviews : late evidence applications program policy

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This policy provides guidance on the process and consideration of late evidence applications through SafeRoads Alberta.

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Standard reviews : requesting and scheduling program policy

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This policy provides guidance on how standard reviews within the standard 21-day timeline are requested and scheduled through SafeRoads Alberta.

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Late review : late evidence applications : information sheet

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This information sheet provides information on who can submit a Late Review: Late Evidence Application, and the process for submitting the request.

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Commercial Vehicle Dimension and Weight Regulation

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The Commercial Vehicle Dimension and Weight Regulation regulates the weights, dimensions and configurations of commercial vehicles being operated on Alberta’s highways. The Regulation balances ... More ≫

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The Commercial Vehicle Dimension and Weight Regulation regulates the weights, dimensions and configurations of commercial vehicles being operated on Alberta’s highways. The Regulation balances road infrastructure impacts, road safety, and public safety concerns with efficiencies related to the commercial transportation industry. The Regulation is set to expire July 1, 2027.

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Pre-qualification for prime consultants : highway, bridge and planning projects

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This list indicates the consulting firms that have been pre-qualified by Alberta Transportation to provide prime consultant services on highway, bridge and planning projects.

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Highways Development and Protection Regulation

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This Regulation protects and preserves the physical integrity of Alberta’s highway network. This includes enhancing motorist and public safety by regulating developments proximate to the highway ... More ≫

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This Regulation protects and preserves the physical integrity of Alberta’s highway network. This includes enhancing motorist and public safety by regulating developments proximate to the highway network. The Regulation establishes classes of provincial highways and regulates by permit an array of developments when being placed proximate to or connecting with the highway network. Regulated developments include signage and billboards, utility lines, vegetation, certain pipelines, bridge structures, and direct road access.

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Insurance Act

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The Insurance Act is the legislative framework for insurance operations in Alberta. The Act governs the licensing, governance and reporting requirements of insurance companies in the province, the ... More ≫

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The Insurance Act is the legislative framework for insurance operations in Alberta. The Act governs the licensing, governance and reporting requirements of insurance companies in the province, the incorporation and prudential supervision of provincial insurers, the duties of insurance agents and adjusters, market conduct, insurance contracts and financial responsibility cards ("pink" cards). It establishes the policy requirements for automobile, general, life, and accident and sickness classes of insurance, and the statutory conditions to be included in every insurance policy.

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Motor Vehicle Accident Claims Act

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This act protects the injured victims of at-fault uninsured or unknown drivers by ensuring they receive compensation for their personal injuries. Provides that the owner of every motor vehicle in ... More ≫

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This act protects the injured victims of at-fault uninsured or unknown drivers by ensuring they receive compensation for their personal injuries. Provides that the owner of every motor vehicle in each year pay a fee in respect to that motor vehicle in the amount prescribed by regulation before the vehicle can be registered.

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Licensed driver training schools : all regions

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Comprehensive list of all schools in Alberta licensed to provide driver training. Includes the name of the school, the type of instruction provided, and contact information for the school.

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Firms pre-qualified to provide QA, mix design and pavement smoothness testing services on Alberta Transportation projects

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This list indicates the consulting firms that have been pre-qualified by Alberta Transportation to provide prime consultant services on quality assurance.

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Edmonton International Airport Vicinity Protection Area Regulation

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This regulation establishes the airport vicinity protection area surrounding the Edmonton International Airport, to control, regulate or prohibit uses or development on lands within the vicinity ... More ≫

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This regulation establishes the airport vicinity protection area surrounding the Edmonton International Airport, to control, regulate or prohibit uses or development on lands within the vicinity of the international airport.

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Alberta collisions involving unsafe speed

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This fact sheet, produced annually, provides statistics about collisions involving unsafe speed.

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Alberta traffic collisions - driver error

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Presents statistics about collisions involving one or more drivers identified as committing a driver error.

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