1. Ontario
Driver’s License Age in Toronto
- G1 License: You must be at least 16 years old to obtain a G1 license, the first step to becoming a driver in Canada. You need to pass a written exam to get this license.
- G2 License: After obtaining the G1 license, you can apply for the G2 license after gaining 8-12 months of experience. If you attend a driving school, this period can be reduced to 8 months.
- G (Full License): You can apply for a full license at least 12 months after obtaining the G2 license. You are expected to gain driving experience during this period.
Each province may have different licensing systems, so age requirements and exam processes may vary by province. Similar age limits apply in Quebec, British Columbia, and other provinces.
Driver’s License Age and Requirements by Province in Canada:
2. Quebec
- Learner’s Licence: Can be obtained at the earliest age of 16.
- Probationary Licence: You must wait at least 12 months after obtaining the learner’s license.
- Full Licence (Class 5): You can transition to a full license after a 2-year probationary period.
3. British Columbia
- Learner’s Licence (L): Can be obtained at the age of 16. With parental consent, it can be obtained at 15.
- Novice Licence (N): Requires 12 months of experience after obtaining the L license.
- Full Licence: Requires 24 months after obtaining the N license.
4. Alberta
- Class 7 Learner’s Licence: Can be obtained at the age of 14. However, you must drive under the supervision of someone over 18.
- Class 5 GDL (Probationary Licence): Requires 1 year of experience after obtaining the learner’s license.
- Class 5 Full Licence: Requires at least 2 years of GDL experience.
5. Manitoba
- Learner’s Licence: Minimum age is 16. With parental consent, it can be obtained at 15.
- Intermediate Stage (I): Can be obtained after 9 months of experience.
- Full Licence: Can be obtained after 15 months of experience in the GDL system.
6. Nova Scotia
- Learner’s Licence: Minimum age is 16.
- Newly Licensed Driver: Can be obtained after a 6-month probationary period.
- Full Licence: Requires a total of 24 months of experience after the probationary period.
These graduated licensing programs in each province help young drivers travel more safely and develop their driving skills.
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