Additional Information

In this program, parents have the ability and are encouraged to spread lessons apart to allow for practice time. Conducting the program over an extended time, along with progressive skills training helps provide the student with valuable experience time. This program fully integrates the ideas and concepts of the Government of Alberta GDL (Graduated Licensing Program).

What is Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL)?

Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) is a program designed to improve road safety by creating a low risk, controlled environment for new drivers, regardless of age. GDL provides the opportunity for new drivers to gain experience, skills and maturity before graduating to more demanding driving conditions on their way to becoming safe and responsible drivers.

A common factor in collisions involving new drivers is inexperience. Alberta has introduced the GDL program because statistics show that the 48,000 new drivers entering the licensing system each year have a much higher collision risk than experienced drivers.

To move from one stage to the next, drivers and riders must show responsible driving behavior, sound vehicle-handling skills, as well as passing a road test to graduate from the learner and probationary stages.

Note: If required, this course offers free pick-up and drop-off service for students . Please call for details.