North Bay Driving School
Canada's Favourite Driving School
FINANCING AVAILABLE
for as little as $0.50/per day
Beginner Driver Education
Sign up today for our Ministry Approved BDE Course. We provide multiple options for our students:
Online Self-Paced
In-Car Lessons in North Bay
Get Ministry Certified
Hourly Lessons
You pick the number of lessons
Get extra practice
One-on-one instruction
Road Test Packages
G1 & G2 Exit Test Packages
Practice along road test routes
Pass your test with confidence
Benefits of North Bay’s Beginner Driver Education Course
- Fast-Track Your G2 Road Test (G1 Exit): Take your road test in just 8 months instead of the standard 12.
- Government Certification & Insurance Savings: Graduates are certified with the Ministry of Transportation (MTO), potentially giving you a significant auto insurance discount.
- Flexible Scheduling for Busy Lives: We make it easy to fit driver training into your routine.
- Convenient Pick-up and Drop-off: Enjoy curbside service from our instructors.
- Become a Confident & Safe Driver: Develop essential defensive driving skills and become a safe driver for life.
Collision Avoidance
Commercial Industry Leaders
With decades of experience teaching the majority of truck drivers on the road, our driving courses are built on the highest standards of safety and professionalism. Leave it to the experts.
1:1 In-Vehicle Training
Insurance Discount
Completing our Service New Brunswick-Approved driver education course can lead to greatly reduced car insurance premiums. Check with your insurance agent to confirm exact savings.
Driving Success: Learn, Thrive, and Conquer the Roads in North Bay and Beyond.
At Laurentian Driving School, we’re dedicated to shaping confident and responsible drivers in North Bay and its neighbouring communities.
Our reputation for excellence in driving instruction comes as a result of the incredible investment we have been making in modern facilities, comprehensive curriculum and acquiring and retaining the best driving instructors in the industry since we launched in 1996. As a trusted MTO approved driving school, we take pride in the quality of students we produce.
Our experienced driving trainers are committed to providing personalized guidance, ensuring you pass the test the first time. We cater for both young and adult learners. Young drivers are safe in our hands as we give them the guidance, feedback and encouragement help them build confidence behind the wheel and overcome any driving anxiety they may have. We teach young and new drivers the rules of the road, including lessons to understand concepts such as pedestrian right of way, the impacts of alcohol consumption on driving ability, how to read road signs and how speed affects braking response time.
Our training specially caters for the residents of North Bay, Callander, Sturgeon Falls, and beyond. Join us at Laurentian Driving School and embark on your road journey with expertise and assurance.
FAQs
Are courses and lessons government-approved?
Yes, Laurentian Driving School courses, lessons, and instructors are fully certified in Ontario, New Brunswick, and Prince Edward Island.
What are the benefits of taking driver’s ed?
Beyond helping you pass your road test, completing a certified driver's education course can significantly reduce your car insurance premiums (especially for young drivers!), shorten the graduated licensing process, and equip you with essential defensive driving skills for a lifetime of safe driving.
Will I get a discount on my insurance?
Laurentian Driving School delivers government-approved driver education courses, and course graduates may be eligible for an insurance discount. Please call your insurance provider for more information.
How do I pay for my course?
You can pay online or in person. We accept VISA, Mastercard & E-Transfer. A minimum of $100 is required to hold your spot in a class.
What if I miss an in-car lesson?
If you need to cancel in-car lessons, 24 hours notice must be given or you may be subject to a no-show fee for each lesson missed. You can contact the office at 1-800-805-0662, Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm or you can message your instructor directly. No show fees must be paid before the next scheduled lesson and before receiving a certificate of completion.
Where do I get picked up or dropped off?
Pass Your Driving Tests
G1 Practice Test
Prepare for your Ontario G1 written test with our free online practice quizzes. Cover rules of the road, signs, and signals specific to Ontario driving laws.
G2 Practice Test
Contact Us in North Bay
Contact Details
Appointments are required for visits
17 Willow Drive
North Bay, ON P1B 8Z4
Phone Hours
Monday - Friday
9:00am-5:00pm
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My son Sebastien really learned and enjoyed his lessons with Bruce. We recommend him 100%. Thanks Bruce
Renee
Learned so much, thought me parking maneuvers that are simple. Thank you so much Bruce
Sébastien G.
I purchased 5 in car lessons in preparation for my G2 road test. Bruce was my instructor and he is by far the best instructor I have had. He not only was accommodating in providing me with last minute appointments, his knowledge of driving and his ability to instruct me even when I was incredibly nervous is unmatched. His warm... see more
Brittany P.
-Steph Ouellet. Bruce Was an excellent trainer he taught me many safe driving tips and teach me the correct driving he always had a positive attitude and made me feel less nervous thank you Bruce for showing me the correct driving
Matt B.
I learned a lot from here and my driving instructor was very friendly and was very patient and polite with me, his name is Bruce by the the way, over all I would highly recommend.
Abigail H.
Bruce- Great teacher, learned almost everything I know from him, makes learning simple!
Ethan N.
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I had Bruce as my driving instructor and my experience was amazing. He was so calm and patient even when I made mistakes and he was very good at explaining everything thoroughly. I would recommend him to anyone looking to do drivers ed
Katelyn S.
Richard Doucette is a very good driving instructor. He made sure I was well prepared for my G2 so I could pass and he was a great teacher never getting upset and always making sure I understood.
Brooklyn G.
Had a great experience with Bruce. I had two kids in the program and he got them up to speed in no time. Thanks Bruce!!
Ashley H.
Richard Doucette did a great job teaching my son how to drive safely! He was very attentive and always explained things he needed to improve on.
Natalie P.
Bruce did an amazing job teaching me to drive.
Ella D.
Thank you Bruce for the driving lesson, very helpful information and learn a ton
Envy M.
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Richard was a great driving instructor. Helped me pass my G2 test.
Connor B.
Thank you Richard for helping become a better driver. He is a very great instructor in the way that he explains step by step for each process. Always showed up on time even if I had to change the pickup location. He always correct me and told me what I can improve on so I can try to improve on... see more
Pascal G.
Had a wonderful experience training for my G2 with Richard. I felt well prepared for my test overall and ended up passing! I appreciate all your time teaching me over these last few weeks and I am going to refer everyone I know to TTCC!
Meagan H.
Bruce is the best
Cole B.
Thanks to my driving instructor Bruce I can feel comfortable behind the wheel
Hailey B.
Bruce was amazing and very kind with his teaching.
Josh S.