School Bus Lettering
Ontario
O.Reg 612 Compliant Kits.
Every school bus in Ontario must display the operator name, bus identification number, and seating capacity per Ontario Regulation 612 and CSA D250. Our kits are pre-sized to exact regulation specifications — operator name at 50mm minimum, bus ID at 100mm minimum, all in contrasting colour on Chrome Yellow.
MTO inspectors verify all markings during annual school bus safety inspections. Non-compliant buses can be taken out of service until corrections are made. Our decals are produced on 7-year outdoor-rated vinyl — guaranteed to pass inspection or we replace them free.
Ontario School Bus Marking Requirements
Every specification below is sourced from O.Reg 612 and CSA D250. Our kits are pre-sized to these exact requirements — no measuring needed.
Operator / Board Name Decals
From $109.99Minimum 50mm (2") height. Must match operating authority registration. Both sides of bus, contrasting colour on Chrome Yellow body. Permanent vinyl — magnetic signs prohibited.
O.Reg 612 s.7(4) ↗Bus Identification Number
Included in kitMinimum 100mm (4") height. Front, rear, and both sides. Must be clearly visible and match fleet records.
O.Reg 612 s.7(5) ↗Seating Capacity + Accessibility Symbol
Included in Full KitPassenger capacity must be displayed. Accessible buses require International Symbol of Access (ISA) at minimum 15cm x 15cm. Included in Full Kit variant.
O.Reg 612 s.7(6) ↗Kit Includes
School Bus Lettering Kit
O.Reg 612 + CSA D250 compliant. Pre-sized to regulation specs.
Complete Your Fleet Compliance
School bus operators also need:
Who Needs School Bus Lettering
School Bus Operators
Public and private operators running school bus routes in Ontario
School Boards
District school board transportation departments across Ontario
Charter Bus Companies
Operators running vehicles designated as school purposes vehicles
Daycare Transport
Licensed child care centres with dedicated transport vehicles
Shop School Bus Lettering Kits
Pre-sized to O.Reg 612 specifications. Standard or reflective vinyl.
Fleet Batch Order Tool
Paste your full unit list — we produce every number as a matched set. One checkout, zero friction.
Secure checkout · Each unit labelled & matched
Managing a Fleet of Buses?
Bulk pricing for 5-100+ buses. Operator name + bus numbers + capacity + accessibility — one order, one shop.
School Bus Compliance FAQ
What lettering is required on a school bus in Ontario?
Per O.Reg 612 under the HTA and CSA D250, school buses must display "SCHOOL BUS" lettering (200mm minimum, applied by manufacturer), operator/board name (50mm minimum), bus identification number (100mm minimum), and seating capacity. Accessible buses must also display the International Symbol of Access at 15cm x 15cm. All markings must contrast with the Chrome Yellow bus body.
What size must the operator name be on a school bus?
O.Reg 612 requires the operator name at a minimum height of 50mm (approximately 2 inches). We recommend 3 inches for improved readability during MTO roadside inspections. The name must match your operating authority registration exactly.
Do I need reflective markings on my school bus?
CSA D250 includes conspicuity marking requirements that vary by bus manufacture date. Reflective markings improve visibility during early morning and late afternoon routes. Our reflective vinyl option aligns with CSA D250 standards and is recommended for all buses operating on low-light routes.
What happens if a school bus fails an MTO lettering inspection?
The bus can be taken out of service immediately until corrections are made. Fines range from $400 to $2,000 under HTA s. 175. Non-compliant markings are noted on inspection records and can affect operating authority renewals.
Can I use magnetic signs for school bus identification?
No. All school bus identification markings must be permanently affixed (vinyl lettering). Removable or magnetic signs do not comply with O.Reg 612 requirements. Our cast vinyl decals are rated 7+ years outdoor and resist car washes, road salt, and Canadian winters.
School Bus Compliance Guides
O.Reg 612 Requirements
Full breakdown of Ontario school bus marking requirements. Letter heights, colours, placement locations.
Placement Guide
Where each marking goes by bus type (A, B, C, D). Printable diagram included.
Reflective vs Standard
When to choose reflective material. CSA D250 conspicuity context and safety benefits.