Transfer Car Registration From Ontario to Another Province

How To Transfer Car Registration From Ontario to Another Province?

Ontario vehicle registration cannot be transferred to other provinces due to distinct regulatory frameworks and administrative procedures governing vehicle registration in each Canadian jurisdiction.

When relocating from Ontario, vehicle owners must initiate new registration processes with the motor vehicle administration authority in the new province.

Provinces

Alberta

• Importing a vehicle into Alberta
• Register a vehicle in Alberta
• Out-of-Province Vehicle Registration - AMA

British Columbia

• Import a vehicle into B.C
• Register a vehicle in B.C

Manitoba

• Registering your vehicle
• Temporary registration permits - MPI
• Ownership transfers

New Brunswick

• Motor vehicle registration
• Motor vehicle registration applications

Newfoundland and Labrador

• How to register a vehicle
• Frequently Asked Questions - Motor registration
• Inspection Requirements

Nova Scotia

• Vehicle registration (Certificate) - Government of Nova Scotia
• Registry of motor vehicles - Service Nova Scotia

Prince Edward Island

• Motor vehicle registration
• Commercial vehicle registration

Quebec

• Registering a vehicle from outside Québec
• Registering a vehicle bought or sold by a business

Saskatchewan

• Importing and exporting vehicles
• Registration section

Territories

Northwest Territories

• Register a vehicle for the first time
• Transfer a vehicle registration
• Book an inspection for right-hand-drive vehicles

Nunavut

• Commercial vehicle registration in Nunavut
• Private vehicle registration in Nunavut
• Register a vehicle for the first time

Yukon

• Register a vehicle
• Vehicle registration

Upon completing the registration process in the new province of Ontario, vehicle owners should cancel their existing Ontario registration and surrender their license plates to a ServiceOntario centre.

Documentation Requirements for Other Provinces

Other jurisdictions may request documentation from Ontario to register a vehicle that was previously registered in the province.

Documents Required for Transfer

When transferring registration from Ontario, you must gather the following documentation:

• Vehicle Ownership Permit
• Proof of insurance
• Valid Ontario driver's licence or acceptable identification
• Bill of sale (if applicable)
• Safety Standards Certificate (for certain provinces)
• Used Vehicle Information Package (UVIP) if selling the vehicle

Privacy Legislation and Information Protection

Ontario maintains comprehensive privacy protection under the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act and related privacy legislation. Key privacy considerations include:

Registrar's Information Release Limitations

The Ministry of Transportation cannot release documents containing personal information of previous registered owners for vehicle registration purposes in other jurisdictions. This protection ensures:

• Confidentiality of former owner information
• Protection of personal identification details
• Compliance with provincial privacy standards
• Secure handling of historical registration records

Information Access Restrictions

Ontario's privacy legislation specifically restricts the release of personal driving and motor vehicle information, protecting:

• Previous owner contact information
• Historical ownership details
• Confidential registration records
• Private transaction information

Government Agencies and Contact Information in Ontario

ServiceOntario Contact Centre

• Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. (Monday to Friday, excluding holidays)
• Phone: 416-326-1234
• Toll-free: 1-800-267-8097
• TTY: 416-325-3408
• Services: Vehicle registration, documentation requests, general inquiries

Driver and Vehicle Services

• Phone: 416-235-2999 (GTA or outside North America)
• Toll-free: 1-800-387-3445 (outside Toronto, within North America)
• TTY: 1-800-268-7095