License Plates of Canada: Designs, Formats, and Renewal
WEB Canadian License Plate Designs and Serial Formats
In Canada, license plate numbers are generally assigned in ascending order starting with "A." Different provinces and territories have their unique designs and formats for their license plates. For example, Ontario license plates typically feature a blue and white design, while Quebec license plates are white and green. The serial format of license plates also varies, with some provinces using alphanumeric characters and others using numeric-only characters.
WEB Vehicle Registration Plates of Canada
Vehicle registration plates in Canada are issued by provincial or territorial government agencies. They are required to be displayed on all vehicles operated on public roads. License plates serve several purposes, including identifying the vehicle and its owner, indicating the province or territory in which the vehicle is registered, and providing a means for law enforcement to track vehicles.
WEB License Plates of Canada Lookup
There are several ways to look up license plates in Canada. One way is to use the Canadian Police Information Centre (CPIC) database, which is accessible to law enforcement agencies and insurance companies. Another way is to contact the provincial or territorial government agency responsible for issuing license plates. Some provinces and territories also offer online license plate lookup services.
WEB Automatic License Plate Renewal
Starting July 1, 2024, eligible license plates in Canada will renew automatically. To be eligible for automatic renewal, your license plate must be in good standing and you must have a valid driver's license. You will be notified by mail when your license plate is up for renewal.
If you do not have a driver's license number or registrant identification number (RIN), you can visit a ServiceOntario center to order a license plate.
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