An unfortunate development for off-road enthusiasts in Atlantic Canada.

The reciprocal agreement between the Prince Edward Island ATV Federation and the All-Terrain Vehicle Association of Nova Scotia (ATVANS) will officially come to an end on January 1, 2025.

The P.E.I. ATV Federation has exercised the cancellation clause in the longstanding agreement, meaning riders will no longer be able to use a single permit to access trails in both provinces. Starting in the new year, ATV users will need to obtain separate trail permits for each jurisdiction.

ATVANS has a 30-day trail permit option specifically for out-of-province riders, allowing short-term access to Nova Scotia’s trail network.  Meanwhile, ATVANS' 2026 trail permits are now available for purchase online and will soon be stocked at all affiliated clubs across the province.