# Quebec off-road vehicle safety initiatives

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/quebec-off-road-vehicle-safety-initiatives
> Updated: 2026-09-18T13:49:48.000Z. Sources: 7. Developments: 2.

Following several accidents involving ATVs, quads, and side-by-sides, particularly in the Centre-du-Québec region, the Quebec Ministry of Transport and Sustainable Mobility issued safety reminders and regulatory requirements for off-road vehicle (ORV) users.

Regulations specify that drivers on public trails or roads must be at least 16 years old with a valid license, while side-by-side operators must be at least 18. On private property, minors require parental authorization and adult supervision. The ministry emphasized the use of certified helmets and protective gear.

Subsequently, police services across Quebec, including the Saguenay Police Service and the Association des directeurs de police du Québec, launched a national safety operation called ‘ONC Quad’. This initiative focuses on raising awareness regarding regulatory compliance, such as speed limits on trails, visibility through headlights, and the criminal consequences of impaired driving.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-18: Quebec police launch national off-road vehicle safety operation

Quebec police are conducting the ‘ONC Quad’ operation on September 19-20 to promote safety and regulatory compliance among off-road vehicle users.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/quebec-police-launch-national-off-road-vehicle-safety-operation

### 2026-08-31: Quebec Ministry of Transport issues off-road vehicle safety rules

Quebec's Ministry of Transport has issued safety guidelines and age requirements for off-road vehicles following several recent accidents in the region.

3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/quebec-ministry-of-transport-issues-off-road-vehicle-safety-rules

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Cite as: Quebec off-road vehicle safety initiatives. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/quebec-off-road-vehicle-safety-initiatives