License Plates

An Overview of all Our License Plate Services.

Gates Registry offers a wide range of services regarding License Plates. If you cannot find what you need here on this page, navigate to the Contact Us page and we will be more than happy to assist with all your License Plate registry needs.

Personalized Plates
Veterans
Plates
Antique
Plates
Trailer
Plates
Plate
Transfers

Personalized Plates

General rules for personalized plates are that

  • Cannot contain profanity or be vulgar

  • Will not follow usual format (ex. BBB-777)

  • Only be 7 characters long

  • Must be unique

Wait times can range anywhere from 4 – 6 weeks. 

Veteran's Plates

Veteran’s Plates can only be used on passenger classified vehicles such as light trucks, SUV, passenger cars, and motorhomes. 
People who meet any one of the requirements can obtain a Veteran’s Plate:
  •    Serving in the United Nations or NATO and a part of
    • The Canadian Armed Forces
    • An Allied Force
    • Other Canadian Police Forces or,
    • The RCMP

 

  • A part of the Canadian Armed Forces who meet the National Defense Professional Classification (MOC).

 

  • Served in World War 1, World War 2, or the Gulf War and was a part of:
    • The Canadian Armed Forces
    • An Allied Force
    • The Canadian or allied Merchant Navy, or
    • The Ferry Command

 

If you meet the requirements listed above, your eligibility will be determined by:
  • The Royal Canadian Legion
  • Alberta-NWT Command Veteran’s Plate
To Apply
  • Complete an application for a Veteran’s Plate through the Royal Canadian Legion, and
  • Include the following documentation listed below for your respective situation. 
Veterans
  • Canadian Forces Certificate of Service (both sides)
  • Allied Forces Discharge Certificate or Certificate of Service
  • Canadian or Allied Merchant Navy Service Record Book, or
  • Canadian Forces Discharge Certificate
RCMP / Other Police Forces
  • A letter from a RCMP Commanding Officer certifying of your service in a NATO operation or the United Nations. 
  • Submit 
    • the original completed form
    • self-addressed stamped envelope, and
    • a money order cheque for $5.00 to: Alberta NWT Command-Veteran’s Plate
      2020 15 Street N.W.
      Calgary , AB T2M 3N8

Antique Plates

In order to qualify for Antique Plates, you must meet the following criteria listed below.

  • Under Antique registration, your vehicle can only be used for parades or shows.
  • Must be 25 years or older

If you wish to obtain a Antique Plate, you will need to bring:

  • proof of ownership
  • insurance documents
  • personal identification.

Trailer Plates

To register a Trailer, you must:

  • Have proof of identity
  • Bill of sale
  • Serial number of Trailer

Also, please be aware that insurance is not needed for trailers and you should keep the license plate if you do decide to sell it. No renewal is required.

Plate Transfers

If you have bought a new vehicle and would like to move the current plate, you can do so here. We ask that you bring:

  • Proof of identity
  • Insurance
  • Bill of Sale

Your name must also be on all three to be valid.