Summary
A bill has been introduced in the Legislature by the Government of New Brunswick that will allow two categories of vehicles to be operated with only a single registration plate on the rear of the vehicle.
Vehicles registered as antiques will be issued only one registration plate. As well, the government of New Brunswick will implement a new type of registration plate, called a single seasonal licence plate, to be displayed on the rear of vehicles and a sticker on the windshield, operated on highways between April 1st and October 31st.
Antique Vehicles
Vehicles registered as antiques are subject to restrictions with respect to operation on a highway. These vehicles may only be operated on a highway for the purpose of taking the vehicle to be repaired or serviced, for displaying it to the public, or for driving in an antique vehicle rally. The owners of these vehicles will now only be required to display a single registration plate.
Vehicles registered as antiques will be issued only one registration plate instead of the two that are currently issued as of August 3rd, 2009. Any antique vehicles registered before August 3rd, 2009, will still be required to display two licence plates.
Single Seasonal Registration Plate
The Government of New Brunswick will implement a new type of registration plate, called a seasonal licence plate, to be displayed on the rear of vehicles operated on highways between April 1st and October 31st. Only one licence plate will be issued and a sticker must be displayed on the front-windshield. The single seasonal licence plate can be personalized.
The requirements for a single seasonal registration plate will be:
The period during the year when a vehicle with a single rear registration plate can operate:
April 1st to October 31st
Vehicle Criteria:
Passenger and light commercial vehicles weighing 3000 kg or less classes only
Display a front-windshield sticker
Seasonal plate must be attached to the rear of the vehicle
Registered Owner:
Comply with section 70 of the Motor Vehicle Act
Pay fees as provided by Regulation 83-42 under the Motor Vehicle Act
Personalized Seasonal Registration Plates
The owner will have the option to customize a seasonal registration plate by having it personalized. The registration fee prescribed by Regulation 83-42 for the particular class of vehicle will still apply.
Conservation Plates
The Government of New Brunswick is introducing three new conservation plate designs which will be added to the existing design featuring a salmon. The new designs will be identical to the existing conservation plate. The new designs will be featured on plates issued on and after August 3, 2009.
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Frequently Asked Questions – Single Seasonal Registration Plate
What is a Seasonal Vehicle?
A seasonal vehicle includes a private passenger vehicle and a light commercial vehicle weighing 3000 kg or less where the vehicle is permitted to display a single seasonal registration plate. The owner has the option to customize a seasonal registration plate by having it personalized.
How is a seasonal plate different from a regular plate?
A single seasonal plate can only be displayed on a vehicle that is operated from April 1st to October 31st.
Can a seasonal plate be used year round?
No, a single seasonal plate can only be operated on a vehicle from April 1st to October 31st.
Can a seasonal plate be used for any motor vehicle?
No, vehicle criteria for the use of a single seasonal plate are as follows:
Passenger and light commercial vehicle weighing 3000 kg or less classes only
Display a front-windshield sticker as required by the Minister and authorised by the Registrar of Motor Vehicles
The seasonal plate must be attached to the rear of the vehicle
What is the cost for a single seasonal plate?
There will be a cost associated with the application, renewal and issuance of the plate.
How do I obtain a seasonal plate for my vehicle?
A seasonal plate can be issued from any Service New Brunswick office. You will need to fill out a single seasonal plate application form and pay a plate fee of $25.
Effective April 1st, 2010, an annual fee of $50 will be required in addition to applicable registration renewal fees.
Can I have my single seasonal plate personalized?
Yes. However it will cost more than a non-personalized seasonal plate.
8. How do I obtain my personalized seasonal plate?
Applications for a seasonal personalized plate are available from any Service New Brunswick office and can be found on Service New Brunswick’s website. All applications are processed though the Motor Vehicle Branch, Head Office. There is a $150 fee for a personalized seasonal plate.
Effective April 1st, 2010, an annual fee of $50 will be required in addition
to applicable registration renewal fees.
9. What does law enforcement think about single seasonal plates?
Law enforcement members rely heavily upon licence plates to identify vehicles used in the commission of a crime and strongly support the use of two registration plates on all motor vehicles other than motor cycles, trailers and semi-trailers.
If I am driving my single plated vehicle, other than during the specific period, can I be fined?
Yes. A person who violates or fails to comply with the requirement for a single seasonal plate commits a Category B offence
Can I operate my Antique vehicle with one plate
Yes. Vehicles registered as an antique vehicle as of August 3rd, 2009, will be issued a single registration plate. Any antique vehicles registered before August 3rd, 2009 will still be required to display two licence plates.
12. Can I exchange my personalized plates to seasonal personalized?
Yes. However you will only be issued one plate, display a sticker in the
windshield and there is a fee of $29.00.
13. If I purchase a seasonal plate for the season and I am transferred out
of province in July, can I apply for a refund?
No, you cannot get a refund.
14. Can I purchase a seasonal plate for only a portion of the season?
Yes, but seasonal plates always expire at the end of the month. (i.e. a
plate purchased for 3 months beginning April 10th will expire June 30th).
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