The Highway Traffic Act considers all pickup trucks to be commercial motor vehicles, but a pickup truck only needs a Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration ( CVOR ) certificate if it has an actual or registered gross weight of more than 4,500 kg . A personal use pickup truck is exempt.

Why do I need Cvor?

Carriers that operate certain types of vehicles require a CVOR certificate, including commercial motor vehicles that are plated in Ontario, the U.S. or Mexico. These vehicles include: trucks with a gross weight or registered gross weight over 4,500 kg. buses with a seating capacity of 10 or more passengers.

Are all pickup trucks considered commercial vehicles?

Obviously, a pickup truck is generally used to carry equipment or goods for a business. If the vehicle is owned by the business, it is a commercial vehicle. ... A personal pickup truck can be considered a commercial vehicle if it is frequently used for work purposes.