Parachute Canada recommends that no child under the age of 16 drive an ATV because they do not have the skill, motor development, or strength to handle the ATV.

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The Canadian Pediatric Society recommends that children and teens under the age of 16 should not operate snowmobiles. Also, children under the age of 6 should never ride as passengers on a snowmobile - they should ride as a passenger in a tow-behind sled with a rigid bar connection. 

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In Newfoundland Labrador, Regulations for ATVs:

 

• A person must be 16 to operate an adult size ATV (over 90cc).

• A person aged 14 or 15 can operate an ATV up to and including 90cc, if accompanied and supervised by a person 19 years of age or older (supervised means in view and voice communication is possible).

• A person under 14 years of age is not permitted to operate any size ATV.

• Appropriate certified helmet is mandatory.

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In Newfoundland Labrador, Regulations for Snowmobiles:

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• A person under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a person who is 19 years of age or older.

• A person under the age of 13 shall not drive a motorized snow vehicle.