Can You Fly a Drone at Night in Canada? Lighting Rules and Safety
Night drone flights are allowed in Canada if the drone carries lights that let you see it and its orientation….
Drones, Wildfires and Emergency Scenes: Why You Must Stay Away
Flying within 9.3 km of a wildfire is illegal in Canada without permission, and drones near emergency scenes ground rescue…
Drones at Concerts, Festivals and Sports Events: The Advertised Event Rule
Flying a drone at an advertised event in Canada requires an SFOC — even a microdrone under 250 g. Here’s…
Drone Safety Assurance Declarations: Choosing a Drone for Advanced Operations
For advanced operations, your drone must be declared by its manufacturer as meeting Transport Canada’s safety standard for that type…
Flying a Drone Near People in Canada: Distances, Bystanders and Crowds
Basic pilots must stay 30 m from bystanders and never fly over them. Advanced pilots can fly closer if the…
Flying a Drone in Controlled Airspace: NAV CANADA Authorization with NAV Drone
Most large Canadian cities sit inside controlled airspace. Learn what controlled airspace is, who can fly there, and how to…
Drone Fines and Penalties in Canada: What Breaking the Rules Costs
Transport Canada can fine individuals up to $1,000 or $3,000 and corporations up to $25,000 per drone violation. Here’s the…
RPAS Operator Certificate (RPOC): What Drone Businesses Need to Know
The RPAS Operator Certificate is required for organizations conducting Level 1 Complex (lower-risk BVLOS) operations. Here’s what it is, who…
Flying a Drone in Canada as a Visitor: Rules for Foreign Pilots
Visiting Canada with a drone? Under 250 g you can fly without registration. At 250 g and up, you need…
SFOC for Drones in Canada: When You Need One and How to Apply
A Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC-RPAS) lets you fly outside standard drone rules. Learn which operations require one, how to…