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
Need a vehicle for your road test? We’ve got you covered. Show off your skills in a safety-certified vehicle.
G1 & G2 Exit Test Packages
Practice along North Bay DriveTest 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?
We offer a pick up and drop off service within most of your city.
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G1 Practice Test
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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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Thanks to my driving instructor Bruce I can feel comfortable behind the wheel
Hailey B.
My son Sebastien really learned and enjoyed his lessons with Bruce. We recommend him 100%. Thanks Bruce
Renee
Bruce was amazing and very kind with his teaching.
Josh S.
Learned so much, thought me parking maneuvers that are simple. Thank you so much Bruce
Sébastien G.
-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.
Online lesson time was reasonable. Getting an appointment for in-car lesson was easy even with changing schedules. The only thing that’s a lil ickyy was the management put an early order to change winter tires to summer tires when we still have snow in the ground here in the north. Good thing Instructor Richard Doucette was awesome! He resched the... see more
Chriset C.
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Bruce phenomenal driving instructor, very friendly as well
Squishy 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.
Great experience driving with Bruce 👍
Evan R.
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.
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 is an amazing instructor and an excellent person. I’m glad he taught me.
Rupert_644
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Bruce- Great teacher, learned almost everything I know from him, makes learning simple!
Ethan N.
My driving instructor Bruce was amazing at teaching me the fundamentals of driving.
Michael H.
My first lesson with Richard was a great success! He is very knowledgeable along with having a nack to calm the first time driver nerves! I'm sure after a few lessons the test will be a breeze! Thanks Richard!
Whitney C.
Bruce was very cool and made my driving learning so much easier. Couldn’t have done it without him 😁
Maddy M.
I had Bruce for my instructor. He was AMAZING!, he’s super sweet and is very understanding and a good teacher. I am super glad I got him!! He made learning easy 10/10
kass
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.