This new video clip on the Move-Over Law will answer your questions.
Check the validity of the driver’s licence of the individual concerned using our online services.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2019.
This file does not meet Web accessibility standards. (Partial Road Safety Statistics 2019) (in...Winter tires are now mandatory from December 1, 2019 to March 15, 2020.
Did you know that street art can be a good way to raise people’s awareness?
Please note that SAAQ service outlets will be closed on Monday, October 14, 2019.
Further to the road safety record released last spring, the SAAQ is making public two new French-language documents.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2019.
This file does not meet Web accessibility standards. (Partial Road Safety Statistics 2019)...Faites votre déclaration des distances.
The SAAQ has continued to improve its performance for the benefit of its clients.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2019.
This file does not meet Web accessibility standards. (Partial Road Safety Statistics 2019) (in...Please note that all of our service outlets will be closed on Monday, September 2, 2019.
Owners of military-type vehicles that up until now were being operated on the road network have until August 22, 2019 to change the registration of...
Do you know the consequences of failing to obey the Move-Over Law?
Over the last few weeks, certain measures regarding the consumption of drugs have come into effect.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2019.
This file does not meet Web accessibility standards.(Partial Road Safety Statistics 2019)...The French-language video entitled Mon assurance auto de la SAAQ : est-ce que j’en ai pour mon argent? (Automobile insurance with the SAAQ: am I...
Do you know which behaviours to adopt in road work zones?
A new version of our Service Statement is online.
Under the new Regulation respecting the sound emission control produced by the exhaust system of motorcycles and mopeds, starting today, police...
Don’t forget to give us your new address within 30 days following your move.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2019.
This file does not meet Web accessibility standards. (Partial Road Safety Statistics 2019)...Please note that all SAAQ service centres and all licensing agents will be closed on June 24 and July 1, 2019.
Online services will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 8 until 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 9, at the latest, to allow for computer system...
As part of the 23rd Semaine québécoise pour les personnes handicapées (Québec week for disabled persons), the SAAQ is releasing two videos regarding...
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2019.
Please note that all SAAQ service centres and licensing agents will be closed on May 20, 2019.
On Thursday, April 25, 2019, the SAAQ and the lg2 advertising agency received awards in multiple categories at the 2019 CRÉA Awards, taking...
Online services will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 4 until 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, May 5, at the latest, to allow for computer system...
If your vehicle has been damaged by flooding, it must not be used again under any circumstances because it is no longer safe.
A new Highway Safety Code measure for cyclists comes into effect on April 18, 2019.
The new Highway Safety Code measure aiming to increase safety for child passengers came into effect on Thursday, April 18, 2019.
Please note that SAAQ service centres will be closed on April 19 and 22, 2019.
However, some service outlets will be open. We suggest you check the Eas... (PDF, 149 KB)
The design of the veteran’s licence plate has changed.
A new form has been created entitled Reporting on a Gradual Return to Work for the Purposes of Adjusting an Income Replacement Indemnity
Following a call for tenders, the Société de l’assurance automobile du Québec (SAAQ) has signed a new contract with Smart Start Canada ULC (Smart...
The thaw period for roads in Zone 1 will begin on Monday, March 25.
The thaw period will begin on Monday, April 1 for Zone 2 and Zone 3.
However,...
On March 20, 2019, the Québec Government appointed two new members to the Board of Directors, namely Ms. Louise Turgeon and Mr. Christian Cyr.
Ms....
As of February 11, 2019, the SAAQ no longer processes applications for special travel permits.
Available in French
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
If you received an income replacement indemnity from the SAAQ, you will receive an RL-5 slip.
Are you currently taking the Class 5 driving course or preparing for the tests?
As of February 11, 2019, the SAAQ will no longer process applications for special travel permits.
From Thursday, December 20, 2018, through Friday, January 4, 2019, it will not be possible to order publications online due to maintenance work we...
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
Please note that SAAQ service centres will be closed from December 24 to 26 and from December 31 to January 2.
However, some service outlets will be...
On Friday, December 14, SAAQ employees volunteered for the evening driving people home with Operation Red Nose.
Operation Red Nose kicked off its 35th campaign on Friday, November 30, 2018.
From Thursday, December 20, 2018, through Friday, January 4, 2019, it will not be possible to order publications online due to maintenance work we...
Online services will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, December 1 until 12 p.m. on Sunday, December 2, at the latest, to allow for computer...
Special legislation has ended the Canada Post labour dispute.
When your car is buried beneath the snow, do you have the habit of starting the motor, turning on the ventilation and staying inside your vehicle?
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
From Thursday, December 20, 2018, through Friday, January 4, 2019, it will not be possible to order publications online due to maintenance work we...
On November 18, 2018, the SAAQ is inviting people across Québec to pay tribute to traffic accident victims.
Winter tires are mandatory from December 15, 2018 to March 15, 2019.
So far, no Québec cities have been affected.
From Thursday, December 20, 2018, through Friday, January 4, 2019, it will not be possible to order publications online due to maintenance work we...
Days are getting shorter and darkness is falling earlier and earlier.
Today, November 2, 2018, Victoriaville and Plessisville, in the Centre-du-Québec (Bois-Francs) region, will be affected by the rotating strike at...
Today, November 1, 2018, the Outaouais and Mauricie regions will be affected by the rotating strike at Canada Post.
This strike consists of mail...
Today, October 31, 2018, the municipalities of Saint-Jérôme, Joliette, Sorel, Vaudreuil-Dorion, Valleyfield, Saint-Jean-sur-Richelieu and...
Today, October 30, 2018, the Greater Montréal area will be affected by the rotating strike at Canada Post.
The affected municipalities are:...
With the negotiating parties failing to reach an agreement, on October 22, 2018, the Canadian Union of Postal Workers announced the start of a...
Today, October 25, 2018, Sherbrooke will be affected by the rotating strike at Canada Post.
So far, no Québec cities have been affected.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
Cannabis is now legal, but you are still prohibited from driving after having consumed it.
Online services will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, October 13 until 12 p.m. on Sunday, October 14, at the latest, to allow for computer...
Please note that SAAQ service outlets will be closed on Monday October 8, 2018.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
With the beginning of fall harvests comes more farm machinery on rural roads. Be vigilant!
We are following the situation at Canada Post closely and making every effort to ensure that services continue to be provided in the event of...
Online services will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, September 15 until 12 p.m. on Sunday, September 16, at the latest, to allow for computer...
Available in French
Some people have received a text message informing them that they can renew their driver’s licence by clicking on a link. This message was not sent by...
If your children will be walking to school, teach them how to do so safely.
A new three-year pilot project will allow you to ride on the roadways.
If your children will be taking the school bus to school, teach them how to do so safely. Refer to our page on school bus transportation.
Enjoy the...
Please note that all of our service outlets will be closed on Monday, September 3, 2018.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
Watch the interview with Mr. Pierre Daigle and gain his advice in the new video clip.
You probably already know about the Move-Over Law, but do you know on which types of roads it applies?
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
You probably already know about the Move-Over Law, but do you know what types of vehicles you must move over for in order to comply with this law?
Regular maintenance makes your vehicle safer and more reliable, and will allow you to save money in the long term.
The federal government has added three new drug-related driving offences
It is possible for you to obtain a personalized licence plate to suit your tastes.
The 15th cohort of carrier enforcement officers was officially sworn in at Québec’s police academy, the École nationale de police du Québec, on...
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
Please note that all of our service centres and most of our licensing agents will be closed on June 25 and July 2. We invite you to call ahead before...
In anticipation of the legalization of cannabis by the Government of Canada, Québec’s National Assembly has adopted the Act to constitute the Société...
Online services will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, June 16 until 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, June 17, at the latest, to allow for computer system...
On June 6, 2018, the Québec government reappointed Ms. Louise Champoux-Paillé, Mr. François Geoffrion and Mr. Jude Martineau to another term on the...
You can change the vehicle registration of a trailer with a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 4,500 kg or more that has been converted into a...
Be extra cautious when driving through agricultural areas, especially around farms, where pedestrians, animals, vehicles and farm machinery may...
The number of driver’s licence holders aged 65 and older is steadily increasing. Holding a driver’s licence is a privilege, and the SAAQ wants people...
The end date of the thaw period for Zone 3 has been changed.
Online services will be unavailable from 6 p.m. on Saturday, May 26 until 2:15 p.m. on Sunday, May 27, at the latest, to allow for computer system...
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2018.
With the arrival of summer comes more farm machinery on rural roads.
Several measures provided for in the Act to amend the Highway Safety Code and other provisions come into effect on May 18, 2018!
When approaching farms and fields, slow down and watch out.
The Panel of Experts on Automobile Insurance Contributions has filed its report with the SAAQ. The SAAQ will read the report, study each of its...
This report presents the SAAQ’s financial statements as well as the results of the second year of its 2016-2020 strategic plan.
The bill proposing amendments to the Highway Safety Code has been passed.
We have been notified that several people have received text messages informing them that they could receive a reimbursement by clicking on the link...
Given the weather conditions over the past few weeks, the dates of the thaw period for Zone 2 have been pushed back.
Stricter requirements and standards for repairing and rebuilding vehicles will come into effect on June 18, 2018.
Please note that SAAQ service centres will be closed on March 30 and April 2, 2018.
Since 1978, the SAAQ has been proud to provide a public automobile insurance plan that protects you against the risks of using the road.
The thaw period on Québec roads will begin on Monday, March 5 for Zone 1.
Swearing-in ceremony of 23 new carrier enforcement officers.
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Four good driving habits to adopt in winter.
If you received an income replacement indemnity from the SAAQ, you will receive an RL-5 slip.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2017.
If your vehicle has been damaged by flooding, it must not be used again under any circumstances because it is no longer safe.
Winter safety tips for drivers.
Interruption of all online services on January 2, 2018 from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m.
As of January 1, 2018, electric vehicles will be exempt from the additional registration fee for luxury vehicles.
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2017.
Please note that SAAQ service centres will be closed from December 22 to 26 and from December 29 to January 2.
However, some service outlets will be...
On Friday, December 15, SAAQ employees volunteered for the evening driving people home with Operation Red Nose.
Starting December 18, 2017, heavy vehicle drivers operating in the United States will be required to use an electronic logging device (ELD).
A bill to amend the Highway Safety Code was tabled this morning in the National Assembly.
The Minister for Transport, Ms. Véronyque Tremblay, took part in the official opening night of Operation Red Nose and participated in the first drive...
Four tips for safer winter driving.
Online services will be unavailable on Wednesday, December 6 from 7:30 a.m.
With comedian Mathieu Cyr, the SAAQ went behind the scenes during the filming of Major Junior to highlight road safety issues and talk about these...
Vehicles equipped with winter tires that are in good condition and inflated to the recommended pressure provide better control and optimal traction in...
The SAAQ is publishing statistics on road accident victims, for part of 2017.
Winter safety tips for drivers.
On November 15, the SAAQ is inviting the population to honour the people who have lost their lives in traffic accidents.
Québec area: 418-643-7620
Montréal area: 514-873-7620
Elsewhere: 1-800-361-7620
I want to go a step further and not just provide basic answers but give people all the information they need. It feels great to get off the phone with someone who seems satisfied.
Aimée Dornéval
Call Centre Agent
When people know what the law says, we can ask them to work with us to help make our roads safer.
Benoît Tessier
Carrier Enforcement Officer (facility audits)
When supporting people throughout their rehabilitation process, we must be compassionate, understanding, thorough and honest.
Marie-Pier Jalbert
Accident Victim Counsellor
