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      Heavy vehicle drivers, owners and operators, here is everything you need to know to fulfil your obligations and ensure your safety and that of other road users.

      • Transportation of Passengers

        In Québec, the transportation of passengers is subject to specific requirements that concern vehicles as well as drivers, owners and operators.

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          Remunerated Passenger Transportation by Automobile

          Drivers and owners of taxis or vehicles comparable to a taxi must comply with the rules that govern remunerated passenger transportation by automobile.

          • AUTHORIZED DRIVERS OR DRIVERS OF A VEHICLE COMPARABLE TO A TAXI

            To drive a taxi or a vehicle comparable to a taxi, you must hold the required licence and permit, carry out basic inspections and comply with the...

          • Owners of a taxi or a vehicle comparable to a taxi

            To operate a taxi or a vehicle comparable to a taxi, you must hold an authorized vehicle attestation for the vehicle you intend to use to provide...

          Last update: May 30, 2023

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