Transport Canada Set to Transform Drone Operations with New BVLOS Framework

Transport is preparing to implement groundbreaking regulations that will fundamentally transform drone operations across the country, marking a significant shift away from case-by-case approvals for beyond visual line of sight () flights. The new framework, which began rolling out in the fall of 2024 with full enforcement by April 2025, will particularly benefit remote communities and commercial operators through expanded BVLOS capabilities.

The regulatory overhaul represents a decisive move to streamline drone operations while maintaining rigorous safety standards. Ryan Coates, executive director of remotely piloted aircraft systems for Transport Canada, indicates the changes reflect the industry’s technological maturation and increasing operational sophistication, reports CBC News.

“The technology and industry was capable of taking on these flights en masse,” Coates notes, highlighting how regulations needed to evolve to match current capabilities.

Under the new framework, pilots seeking BVLOS certification must operate drones weighing less than 330 pounds (150 kilograms) and incorporate detect-and-avoid technology for managing air traffic conflicts. These operations will be primarily permitted in sparsely populated areas and uncontrolled airspace at low altitudes, reflecting a measured approach to integration.

The impact of these changes extends far beyond regulatory compliance. Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace, envisions transformative applications across multiple sectors. Industrial inspections that currently require physical presence could be conducted remotely, significantly reducing operational risks and costs. The agricultural sector stands to benefit from precision crop monitoring and targeted treatment applications, all coordinated from centralized locations.

The regulations could revolutionize healthcare delivery in remote communities. An innovative initiative at Stellat’en First Nation in Northern British Columbia has demonstrated this potential. Dr. John Pawlovich, who chairs rural health at the University of British Columbia, has led a program delivering medical supplies via drone, highlighting how drone delivery services could address critical healthcare access challenges in remote regions.

The regulatory evolution builds on Canada’s established leadership in drone regulation. Since introducing comprehensive rules in 2019, Transport Canada has overseen significant growth in the drone sector, with official figures showing nearly 90,000 registered drones as of mid-2023. This robust foundation in safety and compliance provides a strong basis for expanding operational capabilities.

Ian Wills, president of Coastal Drone in Langley, B.C., emphasizes the transformative potential of these changes. Previously, BVLOS applications required extensive documentation, often demanding tens or hundreds of hours of paperwork. The streamlined framework promises to eliminate these administrative barriers while maintaining necessary safety oversight.

The regulations reflect a careful balance between enabling innovation and ensuring public safety. By treating drones as aircraft and maintaining high certification standards, Transport Canada aims to foster responsible integration of into national airspace. This approach applies equally to commercial and recreational operators, though the commercial sector is expected to drive the most significant operational advances.

As the continues its rapid evolution, these regulatory changes position Canada to leverage emerging technologies for economic and social benefit. While the full impact may take years to materialize, the framework establishes clear parameters for safe, scalable BVLOS operations that could reshape everything from industrial inspection to healthcare delivery in remote communities.

The implementation timeline, beginning in fall 2024 with complete enforcement by April 2025, allows industry stakeholders to prepare for compliance while ensuring a smooth transition to the new regulatory framework. This phased approach demonstrates Transport Canada’s commitment to both innovation and safety in the rapidly evolving drone sector.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​


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