How to Get Canadian Driving License -for Newcomers

[mailvdutt]

I landed in Vancouver last year in June and gave all the test and got my Class 5 license (equal to G license of Ontario).
Now i have moved to Toronto, yesterday i went to Ontario drive test to get G license, but according to them i will get G2 license in place of my BC license .
Also according to them my Authentication letter for Indian License is now one year old, so i can't go for G license test.

Please advice the options to get Authentication letter for Indian License in Toronto

 

[Unsung Hero]

I dont have a Driving License of any country. In my case, what is the procedure to get a driving license in Ontario?

 

[Leon]

In that case it is best for you to go to a driving school unless you have a friend who can teach you. You must study the drivers handbook and take the written exam to get a learners permit (G1 license). With the learners permit, you can take driving lessons or practice with a friend.

If you practice with a friend, you must spend 12 months on a learners permit before you may take the G1 road test to graduate to a G2 license which allows you to drive alone. If you go to a driving school, it would be 8 months instead of 12.

 

[STILLHOPE]

very usefull thread

thanks qorax

 

[qorax]

I landed in Vancouver last year in June and gave all the test and got my Class 5 license (equal to G license of Ontario).
Now i have moved to Toronto, yesterday i went to Ontario drive test to get G license, but according to them i will get G2 license in place of my BC license .
Also according to them my Authentication letter for Indian License is now one year old, so i can't go for G license test.

Please advice the options to get Authentication letter for Indian License in Toronto

The DriveTest official has informed u correctly. U require over 2yrs. driving exp in BC to neat-swap it to 'G' in Ontario. Else, u get 'G2' only. Here's what their website state:

Exchanging an Out-Of-Province Driver's Licence

- If you are a licensed driver with two or more years of driving experience from one of these jurisdictions, you may get full Class G licence privileges without taking a knowledge or road test. However, you must pass a vision test and show acceptable proof of your previous licence status and driving experience.

- If you have less than two years of driving experience, you may get credit for your experience for graduated licensing and be issued a Class G2 or M2 licence. Once you have a total of two years of driving experience, you may take the G2 or M2 road test to earn full driving privileges.

Qorax

Ref: http://www.drivetest.ca/en/license/exchangeoutprov.aspx

 

[mailvdutt]

According to drive test my Indian dl authentication letter is now
6 months old and is not valid

How do I get another letter in Toronto

 

[qorax]

According to drive test my Indian dl authentication letter is now
6 months old and is not valid

How do I get another letter in Toronto

I'm not sure -- I guess u have to get a fresh one from India itself.

 

[mailvdutt]

i spoke with the Drive test supervisor in Brampton office, they gave me G2 and i can i give my G highway test in Oct(as my BC license was issued in oct-2010).

 

[mailvdutt]

Any ideas on which Car insurance company to approach?

 

[zatar]

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1. We must obtain a 'Letter of Authentication'* from the country's Roads & Transport Authority, explaining** our D/License.



pls, is it necessary to certify the letter from Canadian Embassy in Riyadh (KSA)?

 

[qorax]

Any ideas on which Car insurance company to approach?

Last yr. I was with TD Insurance -- This yr. I'm with AXA Insurance -- I had/have good vibes with both... changed 'coz of better rates.
Qorax

 

[qorax]

1. We must obtain a 'Letter of Authentication'* from the country's Roads & Transport Authority, explaining** our D/License.

pls, is it necessary to certify the letter from Canadian Embassy in Riyadh (KSA)?

No. Not required.

 

[mailvdutt]

My car insurance quotes are coming between $6000(belair) & 9600(Statefarm)

Please advice where i can get better rates
I have got G2 license and can give g Test in Oct-2011

 

[Leon]

Look for an insurance broker. Wawanesa and ING might be cheaper but an insurance broker can give you all the options.

 

[qorax]

YES, as Leon suggested - an Ins. Broker is our best bet. I'm now paying $3636/yr. with AXA - thru my broker.
Qorax