Bill M217 — New BC Law

BC's New Dashcam Law Gives Fleets a 6 Month Deadline.

Avoid Penalties and Stay on the Road.
Passed unanimously May 2026: 6 months to comply after Royal Assent or face CVSE enforcement
Applies to all fleets on BC roads including out-of-province carriers
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⚠ The six-month countdown starts the day Bill M217 receives Royal Assent, not before. Installation demand is already building as fleets across the province prepare. Starting your assessment now means you are not competing for install slots once the clock starts.

New BC Legislation

What Bill M217 Actually Requires

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Camera Direction

Forward-facing only and continuous road recording.

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Minimum Resolution

1080p HD video or higher required.

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Night Vision

Required for low-light and nighttime recording.

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Video Retention

Minimum 72 hours of continuous footage storage.

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Vehicles Affected

Commercial vehicles over 11,793 kg (26,000 lb).

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Compliance Deadline

Six months after Bill M217 receives Royal Assent.

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Whether you're ready to get compliant now, want a breakdown of Bill M217, or want to book a free assessment, fill out the form and a specialist will be in touch shortly.

If your trucks drive on BC roads, this law applies to you. No matter where you're based.

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  • Commercial vehicles with gross weight over 11,793 kg
  • NSC carriers under a BC carrier licence
  • Leased vehicles - lessee holds the compliance obligation
  • Out-of-province fleets from Alberta, Saskatchewan, or the US
  • Construction, landscaping, HVAC, contracting, and delivery fleets
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CONTACT US

405 Laird Road Guelph, ON N1G4P7

Let's Get Your Fleet Compliant

Whether you're ready to get compliant now, want a breakdown of Bill M217, or want to book a free assessment, fill out the form and a specialist will be in touch shortly.
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