ATV drivers

An all-terrain vehicle is designed for use on unprepared surfaces such as dirt, grass or gravel.

An all-terrain vehicle (ATV) is designed for use on unprepared surfaces such as dirt, grass or gravel. Examples of ATVs include mini-bikes, dirt bikes and all-terrain cycles. Golf carts and snowmobiles are not considered ATVs.

The All Terrain Vehicles Act does not regulate the operation of ATVs on private land owned or occupied by the operator or a member of the operator's immediate family. For more information on the Act, call our Customer Service Centre toll free at 1-800-667-9868.

Driving age

You must be 16 years of age and hold a valid driver's licence to operate an ATV in any public area.

Youth between the ages of 12 and 15 can operate an ATV in public areas and may cross roads - but cannot drive on roads - if they have passed an approved ATV training course, or if they are supervised by someone who has held a driver's licence continuously for the preceding 365 days.

Training courses

A safety course is a good idea for any new rider or an experienced rider who wants to refresh their skills. There are ATV instructors all over Saskatchewan.

For more information, contact:

Saskatchewan Safety Council
306-757-3197 in Regina
306-569-1907 (fax)
Saskatchewan Safety Council website

Saskatchewan All Terrain Vehicle Association Inc.
306-781-1037
1-888-467-2882
306-352-4579 (fax)
gpare@satva.ca
Saskatchewan ATV Association website

David Burnett, Chief Instructor
306-384-8079 in Saskatoon
burnett3@sasktel.net

Safety gear

Always wear an approved motorcycle helmet and appropriate protective eye wear - both are legally required when operating or riding on ATVs in public areas.

Use a buddy system when operating an ATV and do not carry a passenger if the ATV is not built for it.