What are the penalties for ignoring a red light camera ticket in Alberta or BC?

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    In Alberta, if you ignore a red light camera ticket, it can result in late fees, and eventually a refusal to renew your vehicle registration until the ticket is paid. The unpaid fine can also be sent to collections, potentially affecting your credit score. Since the ticket is tied to the vehicle and not the driver, it won’t impact your driving record directly, but the administrative consequences can be significant. In British Columbia, ignoring a red light camera ticket also leads to serious consequences, including being unable to renew your vehicle insurance or registration through ICBC. BC may also apply late penalties and interest, and the fine could be sent to a collections agency. While both provinces do not apply demerit points or driving record penalties for red light camera tickets, the financial and administrative consequences of ignoring them can be burdensome, so prompt payment is strongly advised.