Register a Snowmobile and Other Off-Highway Motor Vehicles

As of November 1, 2024 amendments to the Off-Highway Vehicle Act and the Off-Highway Vehicle Act Regulations mean new changes for the registration of off-highway vehicles, including dirt bikes. The registration process for snowmobiles remains the same.

All off-highway vehicles (OHV) must be registered annually. :

The registration for a snowmobile expires on November 30th of each year.
The registration for an off-highway vehicle expires on the birthday of the registered owner (new).

Off-Highway Vehicles

As of November 1, 2024, off-highway vehicles are to be registered on an annual basis.
OHV owners will pay an annual fee of $50.00 on the owner’s birthday, a new plate will be provided that must be always displayed at all times.
When renewing an OHV registration, the owner will have the current OHV registration certificate and driver's license to complete registration.
When registering an OHV for the first time (i.e. following purchase of an OHV), the owner will have the registration certificate (signed by the previous owner), a bill of sale, and valid driver’s license to complete registration.
When an off-highway vehicle is sold or transferred, the plate will remain with the person who is selling the vehicle rather than being left on the vehicle. When an off-highway vehicle is registered for the first time, a plate accompanies that registration. That plate will now remain with you as the registered owner of that license plate.

For further information on recent changes to the off-highway vehicle registration process, visit the Q&A page.

Expiry Transition for Off-Highway Vehicles

Off-Highway vehicle owners who currently have a registered "no-expiry" plate will have until April 30, 2025 to exchange their registration and receive a new OHV plate and registration sticker.

Safety Considerations for Snowmobiles or other Off-Highway Vehicles

Proper safety training will ensure you can ride your off-highway vehicle with confidence and safety.
Remember, you cannot operate an off-highway vehicle or permit any other person to operate the vehicle without a certificate of registration.
If you are driving an off-highway vehicle and you are stopped by a peace officer, you must produce your registration permit, if requested.
To cross any road or highway on an off-highway vehicle or operate an off-highway vehicle in the ditch of a road or highway, you must have a valid driver's license.
Driving an off-highway vehicle on the shoulder of a road is not permitted.

Legislation
For more information on the rules and regulations for all off-highway vehicles, read the Off-Highway Vehicle Act and Off-Highway Vehicle Act General Regulations.

Useful Links

ATVs, Snowmobiles and Off-Highway Vehicles

Prince Edward Island Snowmobile Association

Prince Edward Island ATV Federation

Published date:

November 1, 2024