What laws apply to motor coaches?
Land transportation services providers are subject to multiple laws and regulations. For example, vehicles are operated in accordance with the provincial laws. The BC Ministry of Transportation provides oversight through the Motor Vehicle Act and other legislation such as the Passenger Transportation Act, Passenger Transportation Regulations and the National Safety Code. The main sections of the BC Transport Department that may become involved with commercial operators include the (a) Passenger Transportation Branch (PTB) which licences all for hire carriers in the province, the (b) Commercial Vehicle Safety and Enforcement Branch which provides enforcement and Safety Certificates. The City of Victoria provides Business License for sightseeing vehicles and other regulations such as the Vehicle for Hire Bylaw, and Noise Bylaw. • Are all the coaches in James Bay from cruise-related traffic? Not all tour vehicles are related to cruise tourism. Non-cruise related tour activities include pr
