Horse-drawn vehicle permit

Organizations operating horse-drawn vehicles, also known as horse-drawn carriages, require a permit to operate on City of Calgary roads. 

Submit your application at least five business days before your planned operating date.

You must provide:

• Proof of insurance for at least $2 million, naming The City of Calgary as an additional insured
• Your proposed operating date or dates
• Detailed routing information
• Contact information for the operator

All applications and proposed routes are subject to review and approval. Submission of an application does not guarantee approval.

Your application must include the complete route you plan to use.

The proposed route must:

• Use residential roads only
• Avoid traffic signals
• Avoid Calgary Transit bus routes

A route may begin and end at the same location or include different starting and ending points. Clearly identify:

• The starting point
• Every road included in the route
• The ending point
• Any planned stops

The proposed route may need to be changed to address traffic, transit or public-safety concerns.

While operating on City roads:

• Display a slow-moving vehicle sign on the horse-drawn vehicle
• Ensure the driver wears a reflective safety vest
• Follow the approved route and permit conditions
• Maintain control of the horse-drawn vehicle at all times
• Remove animal waste promptly and leave the roadway clean
• Follow all applicable bylaws and traffic regulations

(The existing slow-moving vehicle sign and safety-vest requirements are conditions listed on the current permit page) for reference only

Permits are issued at the discretion of the Traffic Engineer under the Streets Bylaw 20M88.