Here is what actually happens at an ICBC road test, how long each part takes, and how to plan the day so nothing about it is a surprise.

Key takeaways

• The drive is usually 30 to 45 minutes. Budget about an hour for the whole appointment.
• ICBC does not publish an official road test duration, so treat any exact number, including ours, as a planning estimate rather than a promise.
• Check-in, the vehicle check and the feedback afterwards are what turn a short drive into a long appointment.
• Your test does not start until the examiner accepts your vehicle. A burnt-out brake light can end the appointment before you drive.
• From 19 October 2026 most novice drivers will not take a second road test at all.

How long does an ICBC road test take?

Plan for roughly 30 to 45 minutes behind the wheel, and about an hour from the moment you walk in to the moment you leave.

One honest caveat, because you will find confident-sounding numbers all over the internet: ICBC does not publish a standard road test duration. There is an official figure for the Enhanced Road Assessment, which runs about 90 minutes, but that is a re-examination for drivers referred for a medical or fitness review. It is not the Class 5 or Class 7 test, and quoting it as though it were is one of the more common pieces of misinformation about BC road tests.

The range above is what we see week after week with our own students across the Tri-Cities. It is reliable enough to plan around, and vague enough to be honest about.

The drive is short, but the appointment is bigger

Most learners think about the test as the driving. In practice the appointment has several stages, and knowing them is what stops the day feeling chaotic:

1. Arrival and check-in. ICBC’s instruction is simply that you must arrive at your check-in time. In practice, get there earlier than that. Parking at a licensing office at a busy hour is its own small adventure.
2. Documents. You need one primary piece of ID and one secondary piece, plus payment for the road test fee.
3. Vehicle check. The examiner walks around the car and confirms the basics work: signals, brake lights, headlights, seatbelts, mirrors, windshield.
4. Instructions. Before you move, the examiner explains how directions will be given and what they expect.
5. The drive. The part everyone worries about, and the shortest part of the morning.
6. Result and feedback. You are told whether you passed, and usually what stood out either way.

Add those up and a 35-minute drive becomes an hour of your day. If the office is busy, the weather is poor, or something on the car needs a second look, it can run longer.

What the examiner is checking

The examiner is not looking for a flawless drive. They are looking for control, observation, judgment and the ability to follow the rules without being prompted, held consistently for the whole route rather than for the first five minutes.

In practice that means smooth starts and stops, correct lane position and signalling through turns, real shoulder checks on lane changes, sensible speed for the conditions rather than just the posted limit, a parking manoeuvre or two, and clean decisions at intersections and crosswalks.

We have written about the scoring in detail elsewhere, so this article will not repeat it. If that is what you actually came for, read how the ICBC Class 5 road test is scored, and the common ICBC road test mistakes that quietly cost people points.

Why the length varies

Three things move the number more than anything else.

Which test you are taking. A Class 7 test tends to stay closer to the licensing office on residential and moderate streets. A Class 5 test asks for more independence and a broader route, so it usually runs at the longer end of the range.

Where you are testing. Every Tri-Cities road test runs out of the licensing office at 1930 Oxford Connector in Port Coquitlam, and the routes around it are their own thing. Local knowledge genuinely changes how the drive feels, which is why we wrote a guide to the Port Coquitlam test routes.

Traffic and weather. A mid-morning test on a dry Tuesday moves faster than one booked at school pickup in November rain. Wet roads mean lower speeds, longer following distances and more cautious turns, and all of that adds minutes.

What ICBC needs before your test can start

Your road test does not really begin until the examiner accepts the vehicle. ICBC asks for a safe, reliable and insured vehicle with a Canadian licence plate, and they check it properly.

Things that can stop the test before it starts:

• Seatbelts, brake lights, signal lights or headlights not working.
• Dashboard warning lights showing that affect safe operation, an airbag light being the classic one.
• A cracked or illegally tinted windshield.
• Anything that makes the car unsafe or not road legal. In ICBC’s words, they may have to cancel your test.

One rule that surprises people every year: only the examiner and the person being tested are allowed in the car. No friends, no parents, no children, and no translators. If English is not your first language, that is worth planning around well before test day. We teach lessons in Farsi for exactly that reason, but the test itself is one to one.

If you would rather not gamble on your own car, you can use a driving school car for the road test, which is already set up and known to pass the check.

How to plan your test day

Plan as though the appointment will take longer than the drive, because it will.

• Arrive with room, not in a panic. Enough time to park, check in and breathe before your name is called.
• Check the car the night before. Lights, signals, wipers, mirrors, tires, fuel, plates. If someone is lending you their car, check it yourself rather than trusting that it will be fine.
• Put your ID and the fee in one place. Two pieces of ID, and payment. Not three things to find in the morning.
• Do not cram the route. Practising near the test centre is sensible. Trying to memorise a specific route is not, because ICBC varies them.
• Leave time afterwards. Feedback, paperwork and, if it did not go your way, working out how you are getting home.

One more piece of planning worth knowing: if you need to cancel or rebook, ICBC asks for at least 48 hours’ notice to avoid a $25 cancellation fee.

What happens after the test ends

The examiner tells you the result and talks through what stood out. If you passed, you will get instructions about your upgraded licence, any restrictions, and when the card arrives. If you did not, the feedback is the useful part.

Not passing first time is common and not a verdict on you as a driver. What matters is separating nerves from habits. One serious error usually has a specific cause worth naming: a shoulder check that did not happen, a misjudged gap, a rolling stop. Points lost across many small areas usually means more general practice rather than one quick fix.

Will you even need a second road test?

If you are a novice driver working toward a full Class 5, this is the timing question that matters most, and it is bigger than any single appointment.

From 19 October 2026, most Class 7N drivers with a clean record will not take a second road test at all. A Driving Record Assessment replaces it, and tests booked for that date or later are cancelled by ICBC. The full picture is in our guide to ICBC’s 2026 GLP changes.

So the honest answer to “how long does the road test take” for a lot of BC drivers in 2026 is: it may not take any time, because there may not be one.

Practice makes the minutes easier

Because the drive is short, every minute of it feels significant. That is not a reason to drive stiffly. It is a reason to build habits solid enough that you can drive normally and still show the examiner what they need to see.

Practise real driving rather than isolated tricks: residential streets, busier corridors, school zones, multi-lane roads, parking lots, and neighbourhoods you do not know. Practise in light rain and at dusk when it is safe to. The goal is simply fewer surprises.

If you want an honest read on where you actually are, that is what a mock test is for. Our Class 5 lessons and road test preparation run a realistic route out of the same office your test starts from, scored the way an examiner would, with the feedback afterwards rather than coached through. If you are still at the novice stage, Class 7 road test preparation covers the earlier test.

The takeaway

Think of the road test as a short, focused sample of your ordinary driving: usually 30 to 45 minutes behind the wheel, inside an appointment closer to an hour. The exact timing depends on which test you are taking, where you are testing, the traffic, the weather, and whether anything comes up before you set off.

The way to feel ready is to prepare past the stopwatch. Confirm what ICBC needs, bring the right documents, turn up in a car that will pass the check, and practise the things that are actually being assessed. Once the shape of the appointment is familiar, the length of it stops mattering.

Common questions

How long does an ICBC road test take?

Plan for about 30 to 45 minutes of driving and roughly an hour for the whole appointment, including check-in, the vehicle check and feedback. ICBC does not publish an official duration, so treat this as a planning estimate.

How early should I arrive for my road test?

ICBC asks you to arrive at your check-in time. Give yourself more than that in practice, so parking and checking in are not a rush.

What do I need to bring to an ICBC road test?

One primary piece of ID, one secondary piece, payment for the road test fee, and a safe, reliable and insured vehicle with a Canadian licence plate.

Can someone come with me on the road test?

No. Only the driver examiner and the person being tested are allowed in the vehicle. That includes translators, children and infants.

Can my test be cancelled because of my car?

Yes. If the vehicle is not safe or does not meet legal requirements, ICBC may cancel the test. Common causes are a burnt-out brake light or signal, a warning light affecting safe operation, or a cracked windshield.

What happens if I need to cancel or rebook?

Give ICBC at least 48 hours’ notice to avoid a $25 cancellation fee.

Is the Class 5 test longer than the Class 7 test?

Usually, yes. A Class 5 route tends to be broader and asks for more independent decision-making, so it often runs at the longer end of the range.

Do I still need a road test after October 2026?

From 19 October 2026 most novice drivers with a clean record will upgrade to a Class 5 through a Driving Record Assessment instead of a second road test, and tests booked for that date or later are cancelled.

Key takeaways

• Class 7N is the novice stage of BC’s Graduated Licensing Program, after the 7L learner stage.
• You can drive on your own, but a passenger limit, a displayed N sign and a zero alcohol and drug rule all still apply.
• The novice stage lasts 24 months, or 18 months if you completed an ICBC-approved course during your learner stage.
• A clean record during this time is what gets you out of it on schedule.

What changes when you get your N

The headline change is independence. On a 7L you needed a qualified supervisor beside you at all times. On a 7N you can drive alone, at any hour, without anyone in the passenger seat. For most people that is the practical difference between having a licence and just holding one.

What is still restricted

The N sign

You must display the N sign on the back of the vehicle whenever you drive. It is not decorative and it is not optional, and driving without it is the kind of easy mistake that turns a routine stop into a ticket.

Passengers

The novice stage limits how many passengers you can carry, with exceptions that generally cover immediate family and driving with a qualified supervisor. The details matter and they are the sort of thing worth reading directly from ICBC rather than trusting a summary, including this one. Check the current rules on the ICBC website before you assume a carful of friends is fine.

Alcohol and drugs

Zero. Not a low limit, zero. This applies for the entire time you hold a novice licence, and the consequences of breaching it are severe enough to reset your progress toward a full licence.

Electronic devices

Distracted driving rules apply to every driver in BC, but for novice drivers the consequences escalate faster. Put the phone away properly, out of your hand and out of your lap.

How long the N stage lasts

The standard novice period is 24 months. It drops to 18 months for drivers who completed an ICBC-approved driver-training course during the learner stage and kept a clean record afterwards.

That six-month difference is the strongest practical argument for taking proper lessons early rather than learning entirely from a parent. It is worth knowing before you finish your L stage, because the discount is earned then, not later.

What a clean record actually means

Prohibitions and certain violations during the novice stage can extend how long you stay in it. The rule of thumb is simple: the clock rewards uneventful driving. If something does go on your record, it is worth checking with ICBC how it affects your timeline rather than assuming the original date still stands.

Common questions

Can I drive alone on a Class 7N?

Yes. Unlike the learner stage, a 7N licence lets you drive without a supervisor, at any time of day.

How many passengers can I carry with an N?

The novice stage limits passengers, with exceptions that generally include immediate family and driving with a qualified supervisor. Confirm the current wording with ICBC, because this is the restriction people most often get wrong.

Do I have to display the N sign?

Yes, on the back of the vehicle, every time you drive, for the whole novice stage.

How long before I can get my Class 5?

24 months in the novice stage, or 18 months if you completed an approved course during your learner stage and your record stays clean.

For the full picture of how the stages connect, read our guide to the BC Graduated Licensing Program. When you are ready to move up, we cover going from N to Class 5, and our Class 7 driving lessons are built for drivers working through these stages.

Key takeaways

• You need to complete the novice stage first: 24 months, or 18 months with an ICBC-approved course taken during your learner stage.
• From 19 October 2026, most Class 7N drivers with a clean record move up without a second road test, and can book the upgrade online.
• Second road tests already booked for 19 October or later are cancelled.
• Until that date, taking the road test is still how you move up if you are eligible now.

First, the part that has not changed

You still have to serve your time. The novice stage is 24 months as standard, or 18 months if you completed an ICBC-approved driver-training course during your L stage and kept your record clean. Nothing about the October change shortens that.

Your record still matters too. Prohibitions and certain violations during the novice stage can push your eligibility date back, so if something has happened, check where you actually stand rather than assuming.

What changes on 19 October 2026

From that date, most novice drivers with a clean driving record will not need to take a second road test to get a Class 5. The upgrade becomes an appointment you can book online rather than a driving assessment you have to pass.

If you already have a second road test booked for 19 October or later, it will be cancelled. That is not something going wrong, it is the new process replacing the old one. We wrote about the change in more detail in ICBC’s 2026 GLP changes explained.

Which path applies to you

It comes down to your eligibility date.

If you become eligible before 19 October 2026

You can book and take the Class 5 road test the traditional way. Some drivers prefer this because it gets them their full licence sooner rather than waiting for the new process.

If you become eligible on or after 19 October 2026

Assuming your record is clean, you are looking at the online upgrade rather than a test. Keep your record clean between now and then, because that is the condition the whole thing rests on.

Does this mean you can stop practising?

No, and this is the part worth saying plainly. Removing a test does not remove the skills the test existed to check. Plenty of novice drivers spend two years only doing familiar trips: the same route to work, the same shops, never a highway merge, never a parallel park in a tight space.

Getting a Class 5 without a second assessment means nobody will tell you about the habits that quietly went sideways. If your highway merging is timid or you have not reversed into a space in a year, that gap does not close by itself. A single session with an instructor is a cheap way to find out where you actually are.

What a full Class 5 gets you

The N sign comes off, the passenger limit goes, and the zero alcohol restriction is replaced by the ordinary limits that apply to every driver. Insurance treatment generally improves as well. It is the end of the graduated program and the point where you are simply a licensed driver.

Common questions

How do I go from Class 7 to Class 5 in BC?

Complete the novice stage, keep a clean record, then either take the Class 5 road test if you are eligible before 19 October 2026, or book the online upgrade from that date onward.

Is the second road test really being removed?

For most novice drivers with a clean record, yes, from 19 October 2026. Tests booked for that date or later are cancelled.

Can I still take the road test if I want to?

Until 19 October 2026 you can move up the traditional way. After that the upgrade replaces it for eligible drivers.

Does the change shorten my novice period?

No. The 24 month period still applies, or 18 months if you completed an approved course during your learner stage.

If you want to walk into your full licence actually sharp rather than just eligible, our Class 5 lessons and road test preparation will tell you where you stand in one session. For the wider picture, see our guide to the BC Graduated Licensing Program and the rules that apply while you are still on your Class 7N licence.

Key Takeaways

• There’s no fixed number — but as a rough guide, a complete beginner often needs around 10 or more lessons, while someone with experience may need only a handful.
• BuckleUp’s experience is that many students are road-ready in about 6 well-structured lessons when they also practise between sessions.
• Practice between lessons with a supervisor is the single biggest factor in how few professional lessons you’ll need.
• Quality beats quantity: lessons with a certified instructor who teaches to the road test cut the total number you need.
• A pre-test mock road test is one of the most valuable lessons you can take.

The Honest Answer: It Depends on You

Anyone who promises a guaranteed number of lessons is guessing. Two learners can sit in the same car with the same instructor and need very different amounts of time, because they’re starting from different places and practising different amounts at home. What we can do is give you grounded ranges based on years of teaching learners across Metro Vancouver — and explain what moves you toward the lower end of those ranges.

Realistic Lesson Ranges by Starting Point

The complete beginner

If you’ve never sat in the driver’s seat, plan for the most lessons — often 10 or more if you’re relying on professional instruction alone. You’re building everything from scratch: steering, pedal control, mirror checks, lane positioning, intersections, parking, and hazard awareness. The good news is that beginners who also practise regularly with a supervising family member can compress that significantly.

The learner with some practice

Many of our students have logged hours with a parent or friend during their learner year. They have the basics but have often picked up habits that won’t pass a road test (rolling stops, weak shoulder checks, hesitant merging). For this group, around 6 focused lessons is common — enough to correct habits and learn exactly what ICBC examiners want.

The nervous or anxious driver

If anxiety is part of the picture, the number of lessons matters less than the pace. A patient instructor builds confidence gradually, and that’s time well spent. Don’t measure your progress against anyone else’s. (We wrote a whole guide for nervous and anxious first-time drivers — it’s one of our most-read articles.)

The experienced or relicensing driver

If you drove for years elsewhere and are adjusting to BC roads — or coming back after a long break — you may need only one to a few lessons plus a mock test. The focus is on local rules, the specific road-test standard, and any habits that don’t translate. Newcomers should also read our guide to exchanging a foreign driver’s licence in BC.

What Actually Determines the Number

Five factors do most of the work in deciding how many lessons you’ll need:

1. Your starting skill level. Obvious, but it’s the biggest driver. Total beginners need more time than people with experience.
2. How much you practise between lessons. This is the one most people underestimate. A learner who practises a few times a week with a supervisor progresses far faster than one who only drives during paid lessons. Lessons teach the skill; practice cements it.
3. The quality of your instruction. A certified instructor who teaches directly to the road-test standard gets you there in fewer lessons than aimless drive-arounds. Structure matters.
4. Your comfort and confidence. Anxiety, age, and prior experiences all affect pace — and that’s completely normal.
5. Where you’re learning. Mastering Metro Vancouver’s hills, bridges, and busy arterials takes a bit more than a quiet small town. That’s also why local lessons are so valuable.

Lessons vs. Practice: You Need Both

Think of it as a partnership. Professional lessons in a dual-control car teach you the right way to do each skill and catch mistakes before they become habits. Practice with a supervising family member gives you the repetition to make those skills automatic. Lean too hard on either one and you’ll need more total time:

• Lessons only, no practice: Skills fade between sessions, so you spend lessons re-learning. Expensive and slow.
• Practice only, no lessons: You get fast at doing things wrong, and a supervisor may not know the exact test standard. Risky for the road test.
• Both, in balance: The fastest, cheapest, safest path. Lessons set the standard; practice locks it in.

Don’t Skip the Mock Road Test

One of the highest-value lessons you can take is a mock road test before the real thing. A certified instructor runs you through a realistic test on local roads, scores you the way an examiner would, and shows you exactly which one or two things to fix. It removes the fear of the unknown and often turns a likely fail into a comfortable pass. Many students who feel “almost ready” discover in a mock test that one small habit — a missed shoulder check, a rolling stop — would have failed them. Catching it the week before is priceless.

When you’re getting close, our guide to passing the ICBC Class 5 road test in Vancouver is essential reading, and learners in the Tri-Cities or North Shore should study the specific Coquitlam road test routes ahead of time.

Why “Cheaper Per Lesson” Can Mean More Lessons

It’s tempting to pick the school with the lowest hourly rate and book the minimum number of lessons. But the math often works against you. An inexperienced instructor, or one who just “drives around” without teaching to the road-test standard, can leave you needing several extra lessons to reach the same level — which costs more overall and delays your test. The skill that gets you road-ready efficiently is the same skill that’s worth paying a fair rate for. When you’re comparing options, weigh the total cost to get licensed, not the price of a single hour. Our 2026 Vancouver price guide digs into how to spot genuine value.

Signs You’re Ready for Your Road Test

Beyond counting lessons, watch for these signals that you’re actually test-ready — they matter more than any number:

• Your stops and shoulder checks are automatic. You don’t have to remind yourself; they just happen.
• You can handle the hard maneuvers calmly — hill parking, parallel parking, and busy left turns no longer rattle you.
• You drive smoothly in traffic without hesitating, drifting, or needing prompts.
• You scan and anticipate rather than just reacting to what’s directly in front of you.
• You passed a mock test at a level an examiner would pass.

If you’re hitting all of these, the number of lessons it took to get there is irrelevant — you’re ready. If you’re not, a few more focused lessons are far cheaper than the time, fee, and disappointment of a failed road test.

How to Need Fewer Lessons

• Practise consistently with a qualified supervisor between every lesson.
• Choose a certified instructor who teaches to the road-test standard, not just “driving around.”
• Tackle the hard stuff early — hills, parallel parking, and busy intersections — rather than avoiding them.
• Book a mock test before your real one to catch silent fail-points.
• Be honest with your instructor about what scares you so they can target it.

Get a Personalized Lesson Plan

The best way to know how many lessons you’ll need is to ask an instructor after they’ve seen you drive. At BuckleUp Driving School, we assess where you’re starting from and build a plan that gets you road-ready efficiently — no padding, no upselling. Our ICBC-certified instructors serve Port Moody, Coquitlam, the Tri-Cities, North Vancouver, and Greater Vancouver, teaching in English and Farsi in calm, dual-control Toyotas.

Want a realistic estimate for your situation? Message us on WhatsApp or visit our contact page and tell us about your experience so far. If you are starting from scratch, our Class 7 driving lessons are built for first-time drivers. You can also compare lesson packages and read our honest 2026 Vancouver price guide to plan your budget.

Key Takeaways

• New residents can drive on a valid out-of-country licence for up to 90 days after moving to BC — after that, you need a BC licence.
• BC has reciprocal agreements with many jurisdictions; if your licence is from one, you may be able to exchange it without testing.
• If your country is not reciprocal, you’ll typically need to pass the ICBC knowledge test and a road test.
• You apply in person at an ICBC driver licensing office with the right documents — including a certified translation if your licence isn’t in English or French.
• Even when you can exchange without testing, a refresher lesson on BC roads is a smart idea — local rules and conditions differ.

First, the 90-Day Rule

This is the most important thing for any newcomer to understand. When you become a resident of British Columbia, you may continue to drive on your valid licence from another country for a maximum of 90 days. After that 90-day window, your foreign licence is no longer valid for driving in BC, and you must hold a BC driver’s licence to drive legally.

Don’t leave it to the last minute. ICBC offices can get busy, and if your situation requires testing, you’ll need time to study and book your tests. Start the process early in your first 90 days so you’re never caught driving on an expired-for-BC licence.

Reciprocal vs. Non-Reciprocal: The Key Distinction

What you have to do depends entirely on whether BC has a reciprocal licensing agreement with the place that issued your licence.

If your licence is from a reciprocal jurisdiction

BC has reciprocal agreements with a number of countries and all US states. If you hold a valid licence from a reciprocal jurisdiction (and meet the experience requirements), you can usually exchange it for a BC licence without taking a knowledge or road test. Examples of jurisdictions commonly able to exchange directly include the United States, the United Kingdom, and several European and Asia-Pacific countries — but the official list changes, so always verify your specific country on ICBC.com before you assume you can skip the tests.

If your licence is from a non-reciprocal country

If your home country is not on BC’s reciprocal list, you’ll generally need to go through the testing process to earn a BC licence — typically passing the ICBC knowledge test and an ICBC road test. The good news: your driving experience still counts. ICBC may credit your years of experience, which can affect which licence class you’re eligible for and reduce the waiting periods of the Graduated Licensing Program. Bring proof of your driving history if you have it.

What You’ll Need to Apply

Whether you’re exchanging or testing, you apply in person at an ICBC driver licensing office. Tri-Cities residents can use the Port Coquitlam office at 1930 Oxford Connector; North Shore residents the North Vancouver office at 1331 Marine Drive. Bring:

• Your current foreign driver’s licence — valid and unexpired.
• A certified translation if your licence isn’t in English or French. (Arrange this in advance — it can take time.)
• Proof of identity — your passport plus another government-issued photo ID.
• Proof of legal status in Canada — PR card, work permit, study permit, etc.
• Proof of BC residence — a tenancy agreement, utility bill, or bank statement with your BC address.
• Proof of driving experience (if available) — a driver’s abstract or record from your home country can help ICBC credit your experience.

Requirements and accepted documents can change, so check the current list on ICBC.com and consider calling the office ahead of your visit.

Why a Refresher Lesson Is Smart — Even If You Don’t Have to Test

Plenty of newcomers can exchange their licence without a single test. But here’s something experienced drivers from abroad tell us all the time: driving in Metro Vancouver is different. A short refresher with a local instructor pays off quickly because:

• The rules differ. Right-of-way at four-way stops, school and playground zones, roundabout etiquette, and pedestrian rules may not match what you’re used to.
• The conditions are demanding. Steep hills on the North Shore and in the Tri-Cities, heavy bridge traffic, and months of rain require local know-how. (Our guide to winter driving in BC is essential reading.)
• You may drive on the other side. If you’re coming from a left-hand-drive country, adjusting to right-hand traffic takes focused practice.
• If you do need a road test, a few lessons targeting the ICBC standard make the difference. Read our Class 5 road test pass guide and, for the Tri-Cities, our local road test routes guide.

Learning to Drive in Your Language

Adjusting to a new country’s roads is easier with an instructor who speaks your language. BuckleUp teaches in both English and Farsi — if you’re part of Metro Vancouver’s Persian community, see our dedicated guide to Farsi-speaking driving lessons. Whatever your background, learning local roads with a patient, certified instructor builds the confidence to drive anywhere in the region.

Your Step-by-Step Plan as a New Resident

1. Note your 90-day deadline from when you became a BC resident.
2. Check ICBC.com to see whether your country is reciprocal.
3. Gather your documents — including a certified translation if needed.
4. Visit an ICBC office in person to start the exchange or testing process.
5. Book a refresher lesson (and a road test prep, if required) to drive Metro Vancouver with confidence.

Welcome to BC — Let’s Get You Driving

Settling into a new country is enough work without the stress of navigating an unfamiliar licensing system alone. At BuckleUp Driving School, our ICBC-certified instructors help newcomers across Port Moody, Coquitlam, the Tri-Cities, North Vancouver, and Greater Vancouver adapt to BC roads quickly and confidently — in calm, dual-control Toyotas, in both English and Farsi.

New to Canada and ready to get back behind the wheel? Message us on WhatsApp or visit our contact page to book a refresher lesson or road-test prep. Explore our lesson packages to find the right fit for an experienced driver settling into BC.