SFOC Requirement for Microdrones at Advertised Events

Verified from official sources
2025 Summary of changes to Canada’s drone regulations - Sheltered operationsVersion 1Effective -Verified 23 August 2026

In plain language

Starting April 1, 2025, you cannot fly a microdrone (under 250g) at an advertised event unless you have obtained a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) from Transport Canada.

Requirement as structured

As of April 1, 2025, you must obtain a Special Flight Operations Certificate (SFOC) to fly microdrones at advertised events.

Original regulatory text

As of April 1, 2025, an SFOC will now be required to fly microdrones at advertised events .

Applies when

country
Canada
environment
advertised_events
max mtom kg
0.25
regulatory category
General