How to get your G1 Ontario driver’s license
**A contributed post as written for The Safe Driver.
Want to pass the Ontario driving test?
Before talking about how to pass the Ontario driving test We must first understand the different types of driving licences available in Ontario and which one is most relevant to you, if you are a new driver the most relevant License is the G class which includes the G1 and G2, this allows you to lawfully drive the following vehicles: Cars, Van’s, small Trucks.
Another type of License is the M class which is for motorcycles, motor scooters and mopeds, it is possible to carry more than one licence and a commonly asked question is “do I need a licence to ride a bicycle?” the answer is no.
If are considering a G1 Ontario Driver’s licence but unsure how to acquire one, here is a step by step guide to facilitate the process.
Requirements to get a G1 Ontario driving licence
The first requirement to obtain your driving licence is that you must have reached the age of 16 or older, furthermore, you also need to pass an eye test to ensure that your vision is strong and you will be a safe driver on the roads. You are also required to pass the Ontario Driving Test.
Whether you are applying for a licence for the first time or whether you have had licence before, in both case you have to apply for your G1 Ontario Driver’s License if you need more information you can also visit Ontario Driving Test page, the process for each applicant may vary but the initial application will be registered at the same place.
Both applicants must be show:
- Proof of Name
- Proof of age
- And a signature.
- A fee is also applicable.
Knowledge Test
Like all other places, obtaining a driving licence requires you to pass a driving test first, the Ontario driving test can be undertaken at a driving test facility the College Park location in Toronto for Moore information visit Service Ontario , you will be required to undertake a theory test and a practical, you must be well prepared for both. A guide that may help you is the Ontario official handbook for Driver’s, which outlines the basic traffic rules and offers practical driving tips. The Ontario driving test must be passed before you can get behind the driving wheel The ministry of transportation can also be a useful guide.
How much will it cost?
A fees is applicable for theG1 Ontario driving test and to obtain ttheG1 license, the fees is expected to be approximately $158 this includes the fees for the License and for the test, the License validity is for up to Five years, fees is subjected to change.
What laws do I need to follow?
Once you have cleared the test and obtained your driving License the next step is to retain it, you must comply by the following laws otherwise the state holds the right to confiscate your drivers License
You must:
- Never drink and drive
- All passengers must wear seatbelts at all times
- Refrain from driving on a 400 series highway
- Drive beyond the speed limit
Driving safely and protecting yourself, your loved ones and other road users must be the top priority of every road user, failure to do so could result in severe consequences.