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Are U.S. commercial drivers required to possess a Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) training certificate when transporting hazardous materials (HM) in Canada?

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Cross-border commercial and non-Commercial Driver License Requirements

FAQ005:  Are U.S. commercial drivers required to possess a Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) training certificate when transporting hazardous materials (HM) in Canada?

 Answer:  No, the HM endorsement on the U.S. Commercial driver’s license (CDL) is all that is required when transporting HM in Canada.

Regulatory Topic: Cross-border commercial and non-Commercial Driver License Requirements
Effective Date: Monday, March 5, 2018
Issued Date: Monday, March 5, 2018