Simpson et al lists criteria for when to consider a licensed driver private or commercial in Canada.
Features of a private driver - all of the following:
(1) at least one of the following:
(1a) distance driven per year < 36,000 kilometer (22,370 miles)
(1b) spends < 720 hours per year behind the wheel
(2) drives a vehicle that weights < 11,000 kilograms (24,200 lbs)
(3) does not earn a living by driving
A person who meets all of the criteria can be considered a private driver.
A person who does not is considered to be a commercial driver.
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