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VEHICLE CALL SIGN PLATES
 
In the Province of New Brunswick Radio Amateurs since the 1950s have had the privilege of obtaining vehicle license plates displaying their radio call sign.
 
For several years, Fred LeBlanc, VE9UN, has been devoted to ensuring continuation of this special benefit.  His administrative experience gained through a long career with the NB government make him uniquely qualified to facilitate the acquisition of call sign plates by Radio Amateurs in New Brunswick.
 
Fred has very helpfully laid out specific directions  related to call plate acquisition.  These steps are essential to obtaining this special concession and must be followed precisely to avoid difficulty.
 
Radio Amateurs in New Brunswick are greatly indebted to Fred for his dedication in overseeing the application process and ensuring the ongoing availability of call letter plates.
 
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Procedure
 
The following documents are required:
 
- Photocopy of vehicle registration,
- Photocopy of Proof of Insurance,
- Photocopy of amateur radio station certificate, (pocket size one will suffice)
- A cheque of Money Order in the amount of $25.00 made payable to the
“Minister of Finance”
 
Send all of above directly to:
Fred LeBlanc VE9UN,
17 DeWitt Acres,
Fredericton   NB   E3A 6S3
 
Normally, your application is placed with Service NB on Friday of the week your request is received.  In about four weeks, Call Plates will be sent directly to your QTH.
 
Note:
When anyone trades his/her vehicle, they should transfer the Call Plates over to the new vehicle (if it is through a dealer, most of them know what has to be done).
 
When anyone privately sells their vehicle, they need to visit Service NB and have the vehicle re-registered with regular vehicle registration plates before handing it over to the new owner. This will free up the Call Plates ready to be registered on a new vehicle.
 
When one decides to junk his/her vehicle (because it is old or is a write off from an accident) they will need to visit  Service NB and have the vehicle re-registered with regular vehicle plates, this will free up the Call Plates ready to be placed on a new vehicle.  If this is not done, the vehicle will remain registered (with Call Plates) in Service NB (Motor Vehicle) records and cannot be assigned to another vehicle.
 
Call Plates can only be registered to the following classes of vehicles:
- Passenger vehicle
- Trucks not used as commercial vehicles
- RV Motor homes as they are considered to be passenger vehicles
 
Call Plates cannot be registered to:
- Trailers, recreational or otherwise
- Motorcycles
 
Should anyone need additional information, please contact me at:
fredleb@nbnet.nb.ca
Tel:  (506) 472-3215
 

Here is an update from Fred - Nov. 9, 2010

Callplates are allowed only on passenger vehicles which includes Motor-Homes, SUV’s and trucks weighting 3000 kg or less.

• Today’s ½ and ¾ ton trucks with all the fancy accessories etc., in most cases will have a vehicle weight of over 3000 kg which places the vehicle into the “non-passenger”category.
   
• For those of you who have such a vehicle and are thinking of requesting Callplates, before doing so please contact Fred VE9UN at 506-472-3215 to get the procedure obtain a certified weight of 3000 kg or less which will allow Callplates on your vehicle.
   
• Doing this will save for time for both of us.
   
• Your cooperation in this matter would be greatly appreciated.

Note: The article below was taken from the Veterans Affairs Canada Newsletter “Salute”

Quote: Who is a Veteran?

Any former member of the Canadian Forces who successfully underwent basic training and is honourably discharged.

When people think of Veterans, many immediately picture someone who served in the First World War, Second World War or the Korean War. While many Canadian recognize these traditional veterans, the same may not always be true for Canadian Forces (CF) Veterans, those who served Canada following the Korean War.

In fact, some former Canadian forces members don’t even see themselves as Veterans. Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) wants to change this and is working to ensure Canadian forces Veterans receive the honour and recognition they have earned and so richly deserve.

VAC considers any former member of the Canadian Forces who releases with an honourable discharge and who successfully underwent basic training to be a Veteran.

This Veteran status recognizes the risk Canadian forces members assume by wearing the uniform and pledging allegiance. Canada’s modern-day Veterans are carrying on the traditions, values and legacy of wartime Veterans and all Canadians, especially our youth, should be aware of their accomplishments and sacrifices.

VAC continues to adapt its Canada Remembers program to help Canadians better understand and appreciate Canada’s CF community. The Department encourages all Canadians to learn about the sacrifices and achievements of Canada’s Veterans during times of war, military conflict and peace. Whenever possible, Canadians should also become involved in remembrance activities to help preserve their legacy for future generations of Canadians. Unquote

Anyone who has served or is still serving for at least three years in Regular or Militia (reserve) are eligible to display Veteran plates.

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