Well, I did find a partial answer
here for Alberta. Since it isn't the actual statute, I don't know if this is a commercial-only reg or if it applies to both commercial and private. But, notice section 2:
This function does not take into consideration the "gross axle weight rating" (GAWR) or the "gross vehicle weight rating" (GVWR) of the vehicle. The owner/operator of the vehicle should ensure that the weight carried is within the manufacturer's rated capacity specifications.That seems to say that it is unlawful to exceed the manufacturer's GVWR or GAWR for your vehicle.
Jim - I have only pulled through weigh stations in Alberta and the Northwest Territories commercially. But, I don't do any commercial stuff anymore and even when I did, I was only concerned with the regs as they applied to my rig. Now, I have a 1 ton truck and a 5er. I am just trying to determine what regs apply to me now.
Bert
