British Columbia's Front-Facing Dashcam Mandate. Turnkey Fleet Compliance.
British Columbia requires forward-facing dashboard cameras for commercial vehicles with a registered GVWR exceeding 11,793 kg (~26,000 lbs). Soiltrackers delivers 100% compliant video hardware with 72+ hour continuous storage — available in both forward-facing and dual AI safety configurations — paired with automated GPS load tracking.
The 4 Statutory Mandate Requirements Under BC Law
Under Bill M217 and BC commercial transport regulations, heavy commercial carriers must meet four technical and operational standards to maintain active provincial operating authority.
Gross Weight Threshold (>11,793 kg)
Applies to all commercial vehicles with a registered gross vehicle weight rating exceeding 11,793 kg (~26,000 lbs), including tandem dumps, tri-drives, end dumps, transfer trailers, and highway tractors operating on BC public roads.
Forward Road View (Dual AI Available)
Under Bill M217, the statutory baseline requires continuous recording of the forward road path through the windshield. While inward cameras are not legally mandated, Soiltrackers supports both forward-facing only (for privacy-focused fleets) and dual AI safety cameras with active distraction and fatigue detection.
1080p HDR + Low-Light Vision
Hardware must record in digital high-definition (minimum 1080p resolution) with night-vision capabilities to clearly capture license plates, highway signage, and overhead bridge structures in coastal rain, fog, and mountain snow.
72-Hour Continuous Rolling Buffer
The system must maintain at least 72 hours of uninterrupted rolling footage locally on the vehicle. Video cannot be prematurely overwritten and must be immediately exportable during roadside CVSE inspections or police inquiries.
Check Your Truck's Mandate Status
Select your vehicle configuration below to verify statutory compliance under BC Bill M217 and MOTI commercial transport regulations.
Turn a Mandated Cost into a Profit Center
Most dashcam vendors charge you monthly fees just to check a legal compliance box. Soiltrackers bundles the mandate-compliant camera with automated geofenced load tracking to eliminate lost paper tickets and accelerate billing.
BC Bill M217 Protection
- Pass CVSE Roadside InspectionsCompliant forward road video and 72-hour footage buffer ready for inspection officers on demand.
- Protect Your NSC Carrier Safety ProfileAvoid safety demerits, fleet audit downgrades, and provincial operating license suspensions.
- Exonerate Drivers from False ClaimsClear 1080p road video proves lane discipline and defends against fraudulent claims in highway incidents.
- Flexible Hardware: Road-Only or Dual AI SafetyEquip forward-facing cameras for lightweight compliance and driver privacy, or choose dual-lens AI safety cameras for active distraction and fatigue prevention.
Soiltrackers Load Telematics
- Automated Geofenced Load LoggingEvery load pickup and drop-off is logged by GPS geofence with zero driver input or phone apps.
- Zero Disputed Loads at Month-EndEvery billed load is backed by GPS departure and gate arrival proof that general contractors cannot dispute.
- Accelerate Cash Flow (14–30 Days)Export 1-click digital manifests on Day 1. Stop waiting 45–60 days while contractors hunt down missing carbon slips.
- Backhaul & Route MatchingDiscover nearby surplus aggregate and clean fill along return corridors to eliminate empty deadhead miles.
The Cost of Non-Compliance on BC Highways
Following recent infrastructure incidents on Metro Vancouver corridors (Hwy 1, Hwy 99), MOTI and CVSE have introduced zero-tolerance enforcement for heavy commercial transport.
CVSE Roadside Out-of-Service Orders
Trucks over 11,793 kg without active, compliant forward-facing dashcam hardware face immediate roadside inspection failures, violation tickets, and potential grounding until compliant hardware is installed.
NSC Carrier Profile Downgrades
Equipment and safety infractions accumulate directly against your National Safety Code (NSC) carrier profile, leading to mandatory facility audits, increased CVSE scrutiny, and potential cancellation of operating certificates.
Unbacked Highway Incident Liability
Without tamper-evident 1080p road video, heavy commercial haulers bear disproportionate liability in disputed highway collisions, rear-ends, and infrastructure claims, leading to catastrophic ICBC premium hikes.
Get your trucks outfitted before enforcement begins.
Whether you operate 1 truck or 50+, Soiltrackers delivers turnkey, plug-and-play kits with simple 15-minute installation. Speak directly with the founder to review your fleet configuration, lock in mandate compliance, and test automated load tracking.
- 1080p HDR Forward Road Dashcam (Dual AI Available)
- 72-Hour Continuous Rolling Loop Storage
- Plug & Play OBD-II / J1939 Harness
- Soiltrackers Geofenced Load Tracking Built In
- Full Bill M217 Compliant Hardware Fleet Outfitting
- 1080p Forward Road Cam or Dual-Facing AI Safety per Unit
- Central Dispatcher Board & Telematics Console
- 1-Click Batch Invoicing with GPS Proof of Work
- Dedicated Fleet Onboarding & Hardware Support