2019

Canadian Driver’s Licence

Reference Guide

In Canada, provincial/territorial licencing regulations are modeled

on the guidelines set out in the Canadian Council of Motor Transport
Administrators (CCMTA) National Safety Code (NSC) that is supported
by four standards. All Canadian licenced drivers must meet these CANADIAN DL
requirements prior to being eligible to operate a commercial vehicle and
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are required to carry a driver’s licence that is valid for the vehicle and
conditions under which it is operated.

This guide will identify each of the 13 Canadian jurisdictions (10 provinces
and three territories) and their driver licencing classification system. The
content includes the driver licence class, type of vehicle permitted to be
operated and restriction/endorsement codes.

DISCLAIMER/CAUTION
The “Canadian Driver’s Licence Reference Guide” is designed to be used
as guidelines only. While the guidelines represent good practices, they
may not conform exactly to current provincial/territorial regulations.
Inspectors are cautioned to always follow current regulations when
determining what licence information is required.

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 Alberta Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS

Code Significance
A Adequate lenses
B Special conditions as shown
C Periodic medical examination
D Periodic vision report
E Periodic driver examination
F Valid temporary licence
G Licence valid without photo
H Daylight driving only
J Both outside mirrors
K Automatic transmission
L Adequate hand controls
M Under Transportation Safety Board review
N Excludes Class 2 and 4 operation
Q Air brake endorsement
S School bus endorsement
T Special medical
U Completed driver education course
W Not medically eligible to operate a commercial vehicle
outside of Canada

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CLASS MIN. AGE

7 14 CLASS 7 LICENCE
* Permits the holder to operate an off-highway
GDL vehicle, a moped, a motor vehicle described in
Class 5 as a learner, or a motorcycle as a learner if the person is at least
16 years of age. The learner must be accompanied in the motor vehicle
by a person who is at least 18 years of age, holds a non-GDL operator’s
licence classified for the operation of the motor vehicle driven and who
is seated next to the learner and teaching the learner to operate the
vehicle. The supervisor of a person learning to operate a motorcycle
shall be at least 18 years of age, be the holder of a non-GDL Class 6
licence and may supervise that person while occupying the passenger
seating position on the learning rider’s motorcycle, following on another
motorcycle or following in a vehicle.

6 16 CLASS 6 LICENCE VEHICLES THAT MAY BE OPERATED

Motorcycles.

CLASS 6 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate a motorcycle, a moped and an off-
highway vehicle. Operation of vehicles in Classes 1 to 5 are prohibited,
unless the motorcycle Class 6 licence is held in combination with
Classes 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 licence.

5 16 CLASS 5 LICENCE VEHICLES THAT MAY BE OPERATED

** A two-axle single motor vehicle (excluding motorcycle), a recreational
GDL vehicle with not more than three axles, a two-axle motor vehicle or a
two-axle recreational motor vehicle pulling a trailer with one or more
axles (not equipped with air brakes), or a three-axle recreational motor
vehicle pulling a trailer with not more than two axles, where the trailer is
not equipped with air brakes. Also, a moped, an off highway vehicle or
a mobile mounted oil or gas well service rig (or an associated vehicle)
if its registered owner has a subsisting permit that authorizes the
operation of that type of motor vehicle. Must be at least 18 years of age
to operate mobile mounted oil or gas well service rig or an associated
vehicle. For learning, all motor vehicles included under Classes 1, 2,
CANADIAN DL
3 and 4 and the learner is at least 18 years of age, and the supervisor
must have a valid operator’s licence for the type of vehicle. For learning
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on a motorcycle, the supervisor must hold a Class 6 non-GDL licence.

CLASS 5 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate the vehicles listed in the Class 5 vehicle
sections (excluding a motorcycle, unless for learning). A Class 5 driver's
licence holder shall not drive a motor vehicle with a seating capacity of
more than 15 when the vehicle is transporting passengers and a motor
vehicle transporting passengers for hire.

4 18 CLASS 4 LICENCE VEHICLES THAT MAY BE OPERATED

Taxis, ambulance or a bus with a seating
capacity of not more than 24, excluding the
operator.

CLASS 4 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate any motor vehicle or combination of
motor vehicles that the holder of a Class 5 operator’s licence may
operate. All motor vehicles under Classes 1, 2, 3 and 6 for learning only.
Requires a medical examination.

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CLASS MIN. AGE

3 18 CLASS 3 LICENCE VEHICLES THAT MAY BE OPERATED

• A single motor vehicle with three or more axles, a single motor
vehicle with three or more axles towing a trailer with one or more
axles where the trailer is not equipped with air brakes.
• A mobile crane.
• Class 2 or 4 vehicles without passengers.

CLASS 3 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate any motor vehicle or
combination of vehicles that the holder of a Class 5 operator’s licence
may operate. All motor vehicles under Classes 1, 2 and 6 for learning
only.

2 18 CLASS 2 LICENCE VEHICLES THAT MAY BE OPERATED

• Bus – motor vehicle
constructed or adapted to
have a seating capacity of
more than 15.
• A school bus.

CLASS 2 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate any motor vehicle or combination of
vehicles that the holder of a Class 3, 4 or 5 operator’s licence may
operate. Class 1 and 6 vehicles for learning. Requires a medical
examination.

1 18 CLASS 1 LICENCE VEHICLES THAT MAY BE OPERATED

Truck and trailer, where the trailer
is equipped with air brakes.

CLASS 1 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate any
motor vehicle or combination of
vehicles other than a motorcycle. Class 6 type vehicles for learning.
Requires a medical examination.

NOTES
Drivers operating vehicles equipped with air brakes require a “Q” endorsement on any
class of licence excluding Class 1. The Class 1 licence includes the air brake endorsement.
Drivers of single motor vehicles registered as farm vehicles do not require an air brake “Q”
endorsement, provided any trailer is not equipped with air brakes.

GDL
* Class 7 GDL Learner’s Operator’s Licence
• Not permitted to drive from midnight to 5 a.m.
• Not permitted to have more passengers than seat belts.
• Must have a zero blood alcohol concentration level, drugs or a combination when
driving (or riding a motorcycle).

** Class 5 GDL Probationary

A person with a Class 5 GDL licence will have the same conditions as above except:
• Can drive from midnight to 5 a.m.

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British Columbia Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance
06 Ignition interlock required
07 Permits house trailer any weight without air brakes
08 House trailer combination only
10 Operation of motorcycle permitted between sunrise and sunset only
Passengers prohibited on a motorcycle
11 Operation of motorcycle permitted only while under the direct supervision of an
adult who holds a valid Class 6 driver’s licence, speed 60 km/h maximum
12 Restricted to daylight hours only
13 Class 6 or 8 not permitted to carry passengers
14 No Highway 99 south of Vancouver or Highway 1 east of Vancouver or west of
Highway 9
15 Permitted to operate vehicles with air brakes
16 Not permitted to operate Class 2 or 4
17 Not permitted to operate buses
18 Permitted to operate single trucks with air brakes on industrial roads
19 Permitted to operate truck trailer with air brakes on industrial roads
20 Permitted to operate truck trailer of any GVW without air brakes
21 Corrective lenses required
22 Commercial class not qualified in the U.S.
23 Hearing aid required with Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 or with endorsement 18/19/20
24 Class 6 or 8 restricted to motor scooters
25 Fitted prosthesis/leg brace required
CANADIAN DL
26 Specified vehicle modifications required
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28 Restricted to automatic transmission

35 Not permitted to exceed 60 km/h
36 Not permitted to exceed 80 km/h
37 Not permitted to transport dangerous goods
38 Operation of motorcycle permitted only while under direct supervision of
an adult age 25+ who holds a valid Class 6 driver’s licence, speed 60 km/h
maximum
39 Qualified supervisor age 25+ required, one passenger only
42 Qualified supervisor required. One passenger only.
43 Restricted to 5 a.m. to midnight only
44 No operation of motor vehicle with alcohol in body
Must clearly display official new driver sign
45 One passenger only (immediate family members exempt), unless accompanied
by qualified supervisor age 25+
51 Restricted to driving as noted

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CLASS MIN. AGE

1 19 • Semi-trailer trucks and all other

motor vehicles or combinations of
motor vehicles except motorcycles.

2 19 • Buses, including school buses, special activity buses and special

vehicles.
• Trailers or towed vehicles may not exceed
4,600 kg, except if the bus and trailers of
towed vehicles do not have air brakes.
• Any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles in Class 4.

3 18 • Trucks with more than two axles, such as dump trucks and large tow
trucks, but not including a bus that is being used to transport
passengers.
• Trailers may not exceed 4,600 kg, except if the truck
and trailer do not have air brakes.
• A tow car towing a vehicle of any weight.
• A mobile truck crane.
• Any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles in Class 5.

4 19 • Buses with a maximum seating capacity of

Unrestricted 25 persons (including the driver), including school
buses and special activity buses and special
vehicles used to transport people with disabilities.
• Taxis and limousines.
• Any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles in Class 5.

4 19 • Taxis and limousines.

Restricted • Ambulances.
• Special vehicles with a seating capacity of not more than 10 persons
(including the driver) used to transport people with disabilities.
• Any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles in Class 5.
1
5 or 16 • Two-axle vehicles, including cars, vans, trucks and tow trucks.
2 • Trailers or towed vehicles may not exceed 4,600 kg.
7
• Motor homes (including those with more than two
axles).
3
• Limited speed motorcycles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs).
• Passenger vehicles used as school buses with a seating capacity of
not more than 10 persons (including the driver).
• Construction and utility vehicles.
• Three-wheeled vehicles – does not include three-wheeled
motorcycles (trikes) or motorcycle-sidecar combinations.
• Does not including Class 4 vehicles or motorcycles.

6 or 16 • Motorcycles, all terrain cycles, ATVs.

2
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NOTES
1. Drivers with endorsement codes 18, 19 or 20 are not required to carry additional evidence of
medical qualification in the U.S.; medical certification is required to obtain these endorsements.
2. Drivers in British Columbia's Graduated Licensing Program are issued Class 7 and/or 8 driver’s
licences.
3. Limited-speed motorcycles – can be operated with any class of driver’s licence. Cannot be operated
on a learner’s licence other than a Class 6 or 8 motorcycle learner’s licence. These are motorcycles,
mopeds and motor scooters with: An engine displacement of 50 cc or less (or less than 1.5 kW
of power if other than a piston engine); A transmission that does not require shifting or a clutch;
A maximum speed of 70 km/h; Wheels that are at least 254 mm (10 inches) in diameter and a dry
weight of 95 kg or less.
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Manitoba Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS

Code Significance

1 Corrective lenses

2 Power steering

3 Maximum speed of 70 km/h

4 Automatic transmission

5 Daytime only

6 Power brakes

7 Hand controls

8 Operate moped only

9 Side mirrors

A Authorized (for air brakes)

CANADIAN DL
N Not authorized (for air brakes)
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I Authorized instruction (for air brakes)

S Authorized manual or automatic slack adjustment

W Commercial class – Canada Only

Code W
Applies to Class 1 to 3 commercial drivers who have
medical conditions that under the Canada – United States
Medical Reciprocity Agreement restrict them from driving a
commercial vehicle in the U.S.

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CLASS MIN. AGE

1 18 CLASS 1 LICENCE
Authorized to operate semi-trailer
trucks including all vehicles in
Classes 2, 3, 4 and 5.

2 18 CLASS 2 LICENCE
Authorized to operate buses*
with a seating capacity of more than 24
passengers (while carrying passengers),
school buses** with a seating capacity of
more than 36 passengers (while carrying passengers).
Includes all vehicles in Classes 3, 4 and 5.

3 18 CLASS 3 LICENCE
Authorized to operate trucks with + 4,540 kg
more than two axles, including any
combination of vehicles, or a truck
with two axles towing a vehicle with a registered gross
vehicle weight of more than 4,540 kg (but does not
include a semi-trailer truck). Includes all vehicles in
Classes 4 and 5.

4 18 CLASS 4 LICENCE
Authorized to operate taxis, ambulances and other
emergency vehicles, buses with a seating capacity of
10-24 passengers (while carrying passengers) and
school buses** with a seating capacity between 10-
36 passengers (while carrying passengers). Includes
all vehicles in Class 5.

5 16 CLASS 5 LICENCE
Authorized to operate passenger cars, a bus while
or
not carrying passengers, trucks with two axles,
15.5 and any combination of vehicles consisting of a
If enrolled in truck with two axles and a towed vehicle with a
high school registered gross vehicle weight of up to 4,540 kg.
driver May operate Class 3 vehicles if registered as farm truck and the driver
education holds a Class 5 intermediate or full stage licence. May operate a moped***,
course. if 16 years of age or older. May operate heavy and agricultural equipment.

NOTE: Effective Nov. 1, 2003, a person must hold a valid minimum Class
5 intermediate stage driver’s licence to operate a special mobile machine,
implement of husbandry or tractor on a provincial highway or a highway
within the municipal boundries of a city, town, village or urban municipality.

6 16 CLASS 6 VEHICLE
Motorcycles

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AIR BRAKE ENDORSEMENT
Permits the holder to drive vehicles equipped with air brakes in the class of
vehicle for which the person is licenced. Drivers of a Class 3 truck registered
as a farm truck equipped with air brakes are exempt from this requirement.

NOTES
* A bus is any vehicle with a seating capacity of at least 11 persons (including the
driver) used primarily to carry passengers. It excludes vehicles used for personal
transportation by the owner or with the owner’s permission.
** School bus certificate is required.
*** Mopeds are not allowed to be driven on highways with a speed limit exceeding
80km/h, but may cross these highways.

CANADIAN DL
CHARTS

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 New Brunswick Driver’s Licence
RESTRICTIONS
Code Significance
1 Must wear corrective lenses
2 Vehicle must be equipped with side view mirrors
3 Vehicle must be equipped with hand controls
4 Vehicle must be equipped with automatic transmission
5 Steering wheel must be equipped with steering knob
6 Daylight driving only
7 Combinations of restrictions 1 and 2
8 Combinations of restrictions 3 and 4
9 Combinations of restrictions 4 and 5
10 Head Office restriction
11 Medical restriction
12 Valid in NB only
15 For work only
16 Requires ignition interlock device
21 Motor driven cycle and farm tractor
22 Medical purposes only
23 0 percent blood alcohol concentration level while driving until age 21
W Driver may not operate a commercial vehicle in the U.S.

ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance
A Any motorcycle (minimum age – 16 years)
B School bus (minimum age – 21 years)
C Motorcycle and school bus (minimum age – 21 years)
D Valid for motorcycle engine size exceeding 50 cc but not exceeding
550 cc
E Vehicle(s) equipped with air brakes
H Motorcycle driver in the Graduated Licence Program and is
permitted to operate a motorcycle with an engine size not to
exceed 550 cc
I Motorcycle driver in the Graduated Licence Program and is
permitted to operate any motorcycle
Restrictions Due To Age (Elderly Drivers): None
General Note: Drivers driving vehicles equipped with air brakes require an “E” air brake
endorsement on their licence. Snow vehicles and all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) do not require a
licence.

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CLASS MIN. AGE

9 14 The holder of a Class 9 licence may operate a

motor-driven cycle and farm tractor on a street or highway. The
motor-driven cycle must be 50 ccs or under. Applicants under
18 years of age must have parental consent form. Applicants must pass a vision
screening (20/40 best eye); written tests (basic-signs) and supplementary; and a
road test on a mechanically fit motor-driven cycle. Must wear protective headgear.
1
7 16 This is a graduated (i.e., learner's) licence for
passenger type vehicles (i.e., cars, light trucks)
where the driver is acquiring experience over a minimum of
24 months. There are two levels (1 and 2) where a level 1
requires the driver to be accompanied by only one licenced driver at Class 5 or higher
and the level 2 does not. Both levels require the driver to have zero blood alcohol
concentration level. Violation of conditions will result in suspension and the driver
must restart the graduated program.
1
6 16 The holder of a Class 6 licence may operate a motorcycle and
all vehicles included in Class 6D and 9 on a street or highway.

6D 16 The holder of a Class 6D licence may operate a motorcycle

up to and including 550 cc and a Class 9 vehicle. Anything over this size
requires a Class 6 licence.
2 1
5 18 The holder of a Class 5 may drive any two-axle vehicle (excluding
a taxi, ambulance or bus), three-axle motor home, any
three-axle vehicle (not a truck) used in highway maintenance,
construction or repair (whether or not the vehicle is to be so
used), or any towed vehicle up to 4,500 kg gross mass towed
behind a vehicle or motor home.
2
4 18 The holder of a Class 4 licence may operate any vehicle allowed
in a Class 5 plus an ambulance, taxi or bus with a capacity of less
than 25 passengers.

2
3 18 The holder of a Class 3 licence may operate all vehicles in Class
5, plus any two-axle vehicle towing a towed vehicle, if the towed
vehicle is registered for more than 4,500 kg gross vehicle mass
but not equipped with air brakes, any three-axle vehicle, or a
vehicle with three or more axles towing a towed vehicle not
equipped with air brakes.
2
3 18 This provides the same capabilities as a separate Class 3 or 4. A restriction will be on CANADIAN DL
and the licence not allowing the ambulance if tested in a bus, or not allowing ambulance
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2 or bus if tested in a taxi.

4
2
2 18 The holder of a Class 2 licence may operate
all vehicles in Classes 3, 4 and 5, plus a bus
more than 24 passengers.

2
1 18 The holder of a Class 1 licence may
operate all vehicles in Classes 2, 3, 4
and 5, plus any truck-tractor,
truck-tractor towing a semi-trailer,
truck-tractor towing a semi-trailer and
a trailer, truck-tractor towing a trailer
equipped with air brakes, or any truck towing a trailer equipped with air brakes. When
operating any vehicle with air brakes or any vehicle towing a trailer with air brakes,
must have air brake endorsement.

NOTES
1. If not age 18, requires parental consent.
2. A school bus requires a separate endorsement “B.” If in combination with any
motorcycle, a “C” endorsement is issued.

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 Newfoundland Labrador
Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS
Code Significance

1 Corrective lenses

2 Side mirrors

3 Automatic transmission

4 Power steering

5 Power brakes

6 Daytime only

7 Hand controls

8 Bus/ambulance not valid

9 Defined restriction

ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance

Indicates air brake endorsement with brake adjustment

9A
certification

Indicates air brake endorsement without brake adjustment

9
certification

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CLASS MIN. AGE

1 19* Permits the holder to operate

semi-trailer trucks and other
classes as shown by
endorsements on the licence.

2 19* Permits the holder to operate

buses that carry more than 24
passengers and other classes
as shown by endorsements
on the licence.

3 19* Permits the holder to operate trucks with three or

more axles and a combination of vehicles and
other classes as shown by endorsements on the
licence. Does not include a semi-trailer truck.

4 19* Permits the holder to operate taxis, ambulances

and buses that carry not more than 24
passengers and other classes as shown by
endorsements on licence.
1
5 18 Permits the holder to operate all
motor vehicles with not more –4,500 kg
than two axles; combination of
vehicles where the towed vehicle
does not exceed 4,500 kg in weight; buses,
taxis and ambulances while not carrying
passengers; self-propelled motor homes
with two or more axles; farm tractors; fork lifts; trucks designed for
off-highway use; backhoes.

5-II 17 NOVICE DRIVER, CLASS 5, LEVEL II

May operate passenger vehicles and light trucks; if driving
between midnight and 5 a.m., the driver must be accompanied
by a licenced driver with at least four years driving experience in
Class 5 or higher (or equivalent from another jurisdiction) and
occupies a seat beside the driver (except for work purposes, CANADIAN DL
where proof is provided); passengers restricted to number of seat
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belts; must spend 12 months at this level without suspension; no

upgrade to a commercial licence.

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CLASS MIN. AGE

5-I 16 NOVICE DRIVER, CLASS 5, LEVEL I

Permits the holder to hold this licence for two years. May operate
passenger vehicles and light trucks providing the driver is
accompanied by a licenced driver who has held a Class 5 licence
(or equivalent from another jurisdiction) for not less than four
years and occupies a seat beside the driver; no passengers other
than minimum four-year licenced driver; no driving between
midnight and 5 a.m.; novice driver sign required on rear of vehicle
with 5 cm (2”) black lettering on white background; Class 5 Level
I driver must remain at this level for not less than 12 months
unless successfully completing an approved driver education
program, then the period is reduced to eight months; no upgrade
to commercial driver licence.

6 18 Permits the holder to operate a motorcycle.

6-II 17 MOTORCYCLE NOVICE DRIVER, CLASS 6, LEVEL II

May operate a motorcycle but not between midnight and 5 a.m.; shall
remain at this level for no fewer than 12 months without suspension;
no upgrade to commercial licence.

6-I 16 MOTORCYCLE NOVICE DRIVER, CLASS 6, LEVEL I

Permits the holder to hold this licence for two years. May operate a
motorcycle if accompanied by another motorcycle driver on another
motorcycle or in another vehicle who has held a Class 6 licence (or
equivalent from another jurisdiction) for no fewer than four years;
cannot operate a motorcycle from 1/2 hour before sunset until 1/2
hour after sunrise; not permitted on highways with posted speed limit
in excess of 80 km/h; no passengers; must remain at this level for
12 months unless successfully completed an approved motorcycle
educational program, then the period is reduced to eight months; no
upgrade to a commercial licence.

8 19 Permits the holder to operate traction engines only.

NOTES
* Age may be less depending on qualifications.
1. If towed vehicle is in excess of 4,500 kg, a restriction will be included on the driver
licence.

• Parental written approval required for persons under 19 years of age for
Classes 5 and 6.
• 0 blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level for Classes 5 and 6, Levels 1 and 2.
• 0 blood alcohol concentration (BAC) level for accompanying driver.

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Northwest Territories
Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS

Code Significance

A Requires adequate lenses

B Restricted to operating in Northwest Territories

C Requires periodic medical

D Restricted to daylight driving

F Restricted to speed zones of 70 km/h or less

G Restricted to 100 km of licence address

Restricted from transporting dangerous goods for medical

H
reasons
I Required to participate in Interlock Program

J Requires right and left outside mirrors

K Requires automatic transmission

CANADIAN DL
L Requires adequate hand controls
CHARTS

N Restricted from carrying passengers for hire

O Required to use hearing aids

Q Permitted to use air brakes

S Permitted to operate school buses

U Other conditions

V Permitted to operate extended length vehicles

Restricted from commercial operation in the U.S. for

W
medical reasons

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CLASS MIN. AGE

7-GDL 15 CLASS 7 LICENCE

A learner’s licence permitting the holder
to drive as a learner within classes 5
and 6, when accompanied by a licenced
driver with at least 24 months experience
in that class of vehicle. Must remain in
learner’s stage for a minimum of 12 months suspension-free, have no
passengers with the exeception of the licenced driver, limited hours
of driving during night, etc. Must maintain 0 percent blood alcohol
concentration (BAC) level. Lower demerit point threshold.

6P-GDL 16 CLASS 6 PROBATIONARY

Permits the holder to operate the same types of vehicles listed under
Class 6. Must remain in probationary stage for minimum of 12 months
suspension-free. Must maintain 0 percent BAC level. Lower demerit
point threshold.

6 17 CLASS 6 VEHICLE
Motorcycles.

CLASS 6 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate a motorcycle. Operation of vehicles
in Classes 1 to 5 are prohibited, unless the Class 6 licence is held in
combination with Classes 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 licence. Permits operation
of any vehicle in Class 5, while learning to operate it. May operate a
moped.*** A person wishing to operate a moped only will be tested on a
moped and restricted to a moped.***

5P-GDL 16 CLASS 5 PROBATIONARY

Permits the holder the operate the same types of vehicles listed under
Class 5. Must remain in probationary stage for minimum of 12 months
suspension-free. Must maintain 0 percent BAC level. Lower demerit
point threshold.

5 17 CLASS 5 VEHICLES
Two-axle vehicle other than a motorcycle,
bus, taxi-cab or ambulance; any
combination of two-axle towing vehicle
and towed vehicle do not exceed GVW
of 4500 kg; a recreational vehicle
(motorhome); vehicles known as a tractor, grader, loader, shovel, roller,
scraper or other self-propelled road building machine used for grading
or paving of highways or other construction work, but does not include
construction vehicles with more than two axles other than a grader or
three-axle compactor. Permits operation of any vehicle in Classes 1, 2,
3, 4 or 6 while learning to operate it.

CLASS 5 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate a Class 5 motor vehicle. May operate a
moped.***

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CLASS MIN. AGE

4 18 CLASS 4 VEHICLE
Taxis, ambulances and buses with a seating
capacity not exceeding 24 passengers.
Permits operation of any vehicle in Class 1, 2,
3 or 6 while learning to operate it.

CLASS 4 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all motor vehicles except vehicles in
Classes 1, 2 or 3 or motorcycles. May operate a moped.***

3 18 CLASS 3 VEHICLE
Permits operation of a single
vehicle with three or more axles;
any combination of vehicles
where the towed vehicles in
the combination do not exceed 4,500 kg; any
combination of vehicles without air brakes
where the towed vehicles exceed 4,500 kg; a
vehicle or any combination of vehicles in Class 4
or 5; any vehicle in Class 1, 2 or 6 while learning to operate it.

CLASS 3 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all motor vehicles except vehicles in Class
1 or 2 or motorcycles. May operate a moped.***

2 18 CLASS 2 VEHICLES
Permits operation of a bus
of any seating capacity for
passengers; a vehicle or
any combination of vehicles
in Class 3, 4 or 5; any
combination of vehicles without air brakes where the towed vehicle(s)
exceed a gross weight of 4,500 kg; any vehicle in Class 1 or 6 while
learning to operate it.

NOTE: The operation of a vehicle equipped with air brakes is not CANADIAN DL
allowed unless specifically permitted in licence.
CHARTS

NOTE: Must have a school bus endorsement to operate a school bus.

CLASS 2 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all vehicles except Class 1 semi-trailer
trucks or motorcycles. May operate a moped.***

1 18 CLASS 1 VEHICLE
Permits operation of
semi-trailers and tractor
trailers; any vehicle in Class 2,
3, 4 or 5; any vehicle in Class
6 while learning to operate it.

CLASS 1 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all vehicles or combination of vehicles,
semi-trailers, trucks, buses*, etc., including all vehicles in Classes 2, 3, 4
and 5, except motorcycles. May operate a moped.***
NOTE
*** Not permitted to be driven outside of a municipality or on roadways that have a
speed limit in excess of 50 km/h.
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RESTRICTIONS
Most restriction codes are printed on the back of the driver’s licence. Some
codes (i.e., area restrictions) may be too lengthy to print on the back of the
card. Those codes will cause a large red “R” to be printed on the front of
the licence to alert law enforcement’s attention to the restriction. In order
to know what these particular codes mean, law enforcement must contact
the Registry of Motor Vehicles.

Many restriction codes will also cause a large red “R” to be printed on
the front of the driver’s licence even where the code itself prints fully
on the back of the licence. Again, it is expected that this will draw law
enforcement’s attention to the particular restriction.

The Nova Scotia driver’s licence does not print a “Y” or “N” on the front of
the licence to indicate whether the particular driver has any restrictions.

Restrictions Due to Age: None

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ENDORSEMENTS
The following codes are used and displayed on the licence:

A Valid for any motorcycle and motor-driven cycle. Client must

hold a valid Class 1 to 5 licence, successfully pass a written
knowledge test for Class 6 (motorcycle) and successfully
demonstrate driving ability in a Class 6 vehicle.

Note: Age and medical requirements as per Class 6.

B Valid for school bus. Client must hold a valid Class 1 to 4

licence, successfully pass a written knowledge test, vision
screening for operation of a school bus and successfully
demonstrate driving ability in a school bus with seating
capacity appropriate for the class of licence held. The client
must be at least 19 years of age and must submit a satisfactory
medical assessment form on application for the school bus
endorsement.

Note: A medical assessment form must be completed on any

subsequent renewal and yearly after the age of 65.
C Valid for motorcycle and school bus. Combination of
requirements for endorsements A and B noted above.

D Valid only for motorcycle with engine size of 100 cc or less

and motor-driven cycle. Client must hold a valid Class 1 to 5
licence, successfully pass a written knowledge test for Class
6 (motorcycle) and successfully demonstrate driving ability in
CANADIAN DL

a Class 6 vehicle with an engine size of 100 cc or less.

CHARTS

E Valid for school bus and motorcycle with engine size of

100 cc or less and motor-driven cycle. Combination of
requirements for endorsements B and D noted above.

03 Valid for vehicle equipped with air brakes. Although this

endorsement is considered a condition in our present system,
it is more accurately described as an endorsement to the
driver’s licence. In order to get this endorsement, a client
must hold a valid Class 1 to 6 licence and successfully pass a
written air brakes knowledge test.

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8 14 Farm tractors. At age 16, also valid as a Class 7 learner’s

(parental licence. Does not allow operation of any other class of
consent) vehicle. Must hold a Class 7 licence for six months or
three months with driving school.
2
7 16 A learner’s licence is valid only if the learner is
(parental accompanied by an experienced driver (two years
consent) experience and not in the GDL program) who is a
holder of Class 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 valid driver’s licence
for the type of vehicle being operated. Must hold a Class 7 licence for six
months or three months with driving school instruction before upgrading
to a Class 5N (newly licenced).
2
6 16 Motorcycles and motor-driven cycles. May operate
* (parental Class 8 vehicles. May operate Class 1 to 5 vehicles as a
consent) learner. Must hold a valid Class 6N licence for at least 24
months (without suspension) and pass a recognized driver
education or defensive driving course.
1
5 16 Any single vehicle not exceeding 14,000 kg (30,864 lbs)
* (parental GVW. Any combination of vehicles (other than
consent) semi-trailer or tractor-trailer combinations) not –14,000 kg
**
exceeding a GVW of 14,000 kg in the combination and
the towed vehicle(s) in the combination not exceeding
4,500 kg (10,000 lbs) GVW. Must have held Class 7
licence for six months or three months with driving school. May operate
Class 8 vehicles. May operate Class 1 to 4 vehicles as a learner. Must hold
a valid Class 5N licence for at least 24 months (without suspension) and
pass a recognized driver education or defensive driving course.

4 18§ Buses with a seating capacity of less than 24 passengers.

* Ambulances (if tested in an ambulance or full-size
passenger van). Taxis (if tested in a car, station
**
wagon or van with a seating capacity of eight or less
excluding the driver, the licence will be restricted to
taxis or vehicles in Class 5 or 8). May operate all types of vehicles in
Classes 5 and 8. Does not permit operation of a public vehicle unless at
least 19 years of age. May operate Class 1 to 3 vehicles as a learner.

3 18§ Any single vehicle more than 14,000 kg (30,864 lbs) GVW.
* Any combination of vehicles (other than semi-trailer
or tractor-trailer combination more than 14,000 kg
** +14,000 kg
GVW) where the towed vehicle in the combination
does not exceed 4,500 kg (10,000 lbs) GVW. May
operate all types of vehicles in Classes 4, 5 and 8. May
operate Class 1 to 2 vehicles as a learner.

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2 19§ Buses with a seating capacity

* of more than 24 passengers.
** May operate all types of
vehicles in Classes 3, 4, 5 and
8. May operate Class 1 vehicles
as a learner.

1 19§ Semi-trailer and tractor-trailer

* combinations. May operate all
types of vehicles in Classes 2,
3, 4, 5 and 8.

NOTES
* Does not permit operation of vehicles equipped with air brakes, school bus or
school purpose buses, motorcycles and motor-driven cycles without appropriate
endorsement.
** Towing a trailer in excess of 4500 kg with a Class 2, 3, 4 or 5 driver’s licence
requires a driver to pass a road test in the vehicle combination and be issued a
licence with a Condition 15 “Valid for Towing Trailer Over 4500 kg.”
1. Does not permit the operation of vehicles equipped with air brakes or motorcycles
and motor-driven cycles without appropriate endorsement.
2. Does not permit the operation of Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5 vehicles (except as a
learner).
§ The person must not have the status of a newly licenced driver (5N), successfully
pass a written knowledge test, pass a vision screening test, successfully
demonstrate driving ability in class of vehicle applied for and provide a completed
medical assessment form. The client must also submit medical assessments on
renewal. CANADIAN DL
CHARTS

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RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance
A Adequate lenses
B Restricted to Nunavut
C Periodic medical
D Daylight driving only
E Periodic driver examination
F Speed zones of 70 km/h or less only
G Restricted to 100 km of address on licence
H Periodic vision test
J Right and left outside mirrors
K Automatic transmission
L Adequate hand controls
M Under review
N May not carry passengers for hire
P To be tested by Nunavut examiner only
Q Airbrake endorsed
R Seat belt exempt
S School bus endorsed
T Contact head office before renewing
U Other conditions “Must have card attached”
V Extended length vehicles (Rocky Mountain doubles)
W Restricted commercial class – Canada Only

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CLASS MIN. AGE

7 15 CLASS 7 LICENCE
A learner’s licence permitting the holder to drive
as a learner within Class 5 or Class 6, as shown on
licence, and accompanied by a licenced driver
with at least 24 months experience in a Class 5
vehicle or Class 6 (when operating a motorcycle).

6 16 CLASS 6 VEHICLE
Motorcycles.

CLASS 6 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate a motorcycle. Operation of vehicles in
Classes 1 to 5 are prohibited, unless the Class 6 licence is held in
combination with Classes 1, 2, 3, 4 or 5 licence. Permits operation
of any vehicle in Class 5, while learning to operate it. May operate a
moped.

5 16 CLASS 5 VEHICLES
Two-axle vehicle other than a –4,500 kg
motorcycle, bus, taxi-cab or
ambulance; any combination of
two-axle towing vehicle and towed vehicles do
not exceed GVW of 4500 kg; a recreational
vehicle (motorhome); vehicles known as a
tractor, grader, loader, shovel, roller, scraper or other self-propelled road
building machine used for grading or paving of highways or other
construction work, but does not include construction vehicles with
more than two axles other than a grader or three-axle compactor.
Permits operation of any vehicle in Classes 1, 2, 3, 4 or 6 while learning
to operate it.

CLASS 5 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate a Class 5 motor vehicle. May operate a
moped.

4 18 CLASS 4 VEHICLE
CANADIAN DL
* Taxis, ambulances and buses with a seating
CHARTS

capacity not exceeding 24 passengers. Permits

operation of any vehicle in Class 1, 2, 3 or 6 while
learning to operate it.

CLASS 4 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all motor vehicles except vehicles in
Classes 1, 2 or 3 or motorcycles. May operate a moped.

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3 18 CLASS 3 VEHICLE
+4,500 kg
Permits operation of a single
vehicle with three or more
axles; any combination of
vehicles where the towed vehicles in the
combination do not exceed 4,500 kg; any
combination of vehicles without air brakes
where the towed vehicles exceed 4,500 kg; a
vehicle or any combination of vehicles in Class
4 or 5; any vehicle in Class 1, 2 or 6 while learning to operate it.

CLASS 3 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all motor vehicles except vehicles in Class
1 or 2 or motorcycles. May operate a moped.

2 18 CLASS 2 VEHICLES
* Permits operation of a bus of any
seating capacity for passengers;
a vehicle or any combination of
vehicles in Class 3, 4 or 5; any
combination of vehicles without air brakes where the towed vehicle(s)
exceed a gross weight of 4,500 kg; any vehicle in Class 1 or 6 while
learning to operate it.

NOTE: The operation of a vehicle equipped with air brakes is not

allowed unless specifically permitted in licence.

NOTE: Must have a school bus endorsement to operate a school bus.

CLASS 2 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all vehicles except Class 1 semi-trailer
trucks or motorcycles. May operate a moped.

1 18 CLASS 1 VEHICLE
* Permits operation of semi-
trailers and tractor trailers; any
vehicle in Class 2, 3, 4 or 5; any
vehicle in Class 6 while learning
to operate it.

CLASS 1 LICENCE
Permits the holder to operate all vehicles or combination of vehicles,
semi-trailers, trucks, buses*, etc., including all vehicles in Classes 2, 3, 4
and 5, except motorcycles. May operate a moped.

* (S) endorsement required to operate school bus.

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Ontario Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTION CODES
CLASS G1, G2, M1 AND M2 RESTRICTIONS

Class “G1” Restrictions:

1. The only passenger allowed in the front seat is an accompanying

driver with at least four years driving experience. This passenger
must be authorized to operate at least a Class G vehicle and must
have blood alcohol concentration level of less than .05 percent.
2. Back seat passengers are limited to the number of available seat
belts.
3. Driving not permitted on “400-series” highways, QEW, Don
Valley Parkway, Gardiner or EC Row and parts of the Conestoga
Expressway unless accompanied by a licenced driving instructor.
4. Driving not permitted between midnight and 5 a.m.
5. Can only drive Class G vehicles.
6. May not drive:
• Class D farm vehicles deemed Class G vehicles.
• Class F vehicles deemed Class G vehicles.
• Class A recreational vehicles deemed Class G vehicles.
7. Blood alcohol concentration level must be zero while driving a CANADIAN DL
motor vehicle on a highway.
CHARTS

8. No drugs in the driver's system except for medical reasons.

Class “G2” Restrictions:

1. Number of passengers are limited to number of seat belts.

2. There can only be one passenger in the vehicle under the age of
20 between the hours of midnight and 5 a.m., unless the person is
a member of the driver’s immediate family. If the driver has had a
G2 licence for more than six months, there must not be more than
three passengers under age 20 who are not members of the driver’s
family.
3. Blood alcohol concentration level must be zero while driving a
motor vehicle on a highway.
4. No drugs in the driver's system except for medical reasons.

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Class “M1” Restrictions:

1. Operation permitted during daylight hours only (1/2 hour before

sunrise to 1/2 hour after sunset).
2. Driving not permitted on highways with speed limits higher than 80
km per hour other than those parts of the King’s Highway known as
Numbers 11, 17, 61, 69, 71, 101, 102, 144 and 655.
3. No passengers allowed.
4. Blood alcohol concentration level must be zero while driving a motor
vehicle on a highway.
5. No drugs in the driver's system except for medical reasons.

Class “M2” Restrictions:

1. Blood alcohol concentration level must be zero while driving a motor

vehicle on a highway.
2. No drugs in the driver's system except for medical reasons.

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RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance
A Special hand controls required
B Special foot controls required
C Special controls for hand and foot required
D Hearing device required
E Visual device required
F Driver training conditions
G Restricted class
I Ignition Interlock required
J Special name/address requirements exist
K Special controls required
Can only drive limited-speed motorcycles and motor-
L
assisted bicycles
M Restricted motorcycle
Hearing device required when operating Class A or D vehicle
N
in U.S.
Class A vehicle restriction (cannot tow two trailers or a trailer
R
equipped with air brakes)
V Valid for rehab evaluation only
W Can drive a commercial vehicle in Canada only
X Must have corrective lenses CANADIAN DL
Z Can drive a vehicle equipped with air brakes
CHARTS

2(HC) Hand controls

+ Indicates more conditions/restrictions of lesser priority exist,
requires system check.

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A 18 Any combination of motor vehicle

and towed vehicle where towed
vehicle exceeds 4,600 kg, but not
a bus carrying passengers. Also
permitted to operate a Class D
and G vehicle.

B 21 Any school purposes bus. Also permitted

to operate a Class C, D, E, F and G vehicle.

C 18 Any regular bus other than a

school purposes bus. Also
permitted to operate a Class D, F
and G vehicle.

D 18 Any motor vehicle or combination of vehicles exceeding 11,000 kg,

provided the towed vehicle does not weigh more than 4,600 kg. Also
permitted to operate a Class G vehicle but not a bus carrying passengers.

E 21 School purposes bus with a maximum of 24-passenger

capacity. Also permitted to operate a Class F and
G vehicle.

F 18 Regular bus with a maximum of 24-passenger capacity

and ambulances. Also permitted to operate a
Class G vehicle.

G 16 Any automobile, small truck or combination of

vehicles that do not weigh or have a registered
gross weight of over 11,000 kg, provided the towed
vehicle does not weigh more than 4,600 kg*. This
does not include a motorcycle, a bus carrying
passengers or an ambulance in the course of
providing ambulance service.

NOTE: A pick-up truck towing a two-axle house trailer by a fifth wheel will
be deemed a Class G vehicle, provided the combined gross weight is not in
excess of 11,000 kg.

G1 16 Any motor vehicle in Class G and any combination of a motor vehicle in

Class G and towed vehicles:
• Must be accompanied by a licenced driver of 4 years and not drive
between midnight and 5 a.m.
• Must have a blood alcohol concentration level of zero and no more
people than seat belts.
• Cannot drive on certain highways and have any additional passengers
in the front seat, other than the "accompanying driver."
• Cannot drive a vehicle equipped with air brakes.

G2 16 Any motor vehicle in Class G and any combination of a motor vehicle

and towed vehicles in Class G, except a vehicle equipped with air brakes.

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M 16 Any motorcycle and motor-assisted bicycle.

M1 16 Any motorcycle and motor-assisted bicycle.

M2 16 Any motorcycle and motor-assisted bicycle.

NOTES
• Every driver under 22 years old must have a blood alcohol concentration level of zero
while driving a motor vehicle on a highway.
• A Class D vehicle licenced as a farm vehicle used by a farmer for personal transport or
carrying products without compensation is deemed to be a Class G vehicle.
• A tow truck towing a vehicle over 4,600 kg will not be deemed to be a Class A vehicle.
• A pick-up truck towing a house trailer equipped with a fifth wheel where the house
trailer exceeds 4,600 kg but the total combined weight of the pick-up truck and house
trailer does not exceed 11,000 kg is deemed a Class G vehicle, provided the trailer is
being towed for personal purposes without compensation and the pick-up truck and
trailer are not equipped with air brakes.
• All classes of licences authorize the operation of a motor-assisted bicycle or
motorized snow vehicle.
• A Class F motor vehicle, other than an ambulance or carpool vehicle, as defined in the
Public Vehicles Act, with a designed seating capacity for not more than 11 passengers
that is used for personal purposes without compensation shall be deemed a Class G
motor vehicle.
• The holder of a Class M licence may operate a Class G vehicle while receiving
instruction and accompanied by a proper licenced driver.
• A person may hold a second drivers licence only when the second licence is a Class
M1 motorcycle learners licence.
• An applicant for a Class B or E licence must be a graduate from a Driver Improvement
Course. CANADIAN DL
• In early 2017, "X" is a valid indicator of sex in the "sex" field of the driver’s licence.
CHARTS

• Drivers under the age of 22 must not have any drugs in their system except for
medical reasons.

Permissible combinations of licence classes:

AM BM CM DM EM FM GM AB DE ABM DEM AC DF ACM DFM

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Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance
1 Corrective lenses
2 Daytime only
3 Hand controls
4 Side mirrors
5 Power steering
6 Automatic transmission
7 Power brakes
8 Spinner knob
9 Speed of 60 km/h
A Operate air brake equipped vehicle
R Restricted
Y2 Class 3: Gooseneck trailer only
Y3 Class 6: Three-wheel motorcycle only
Y4 Class 1: Automatic transmission only
Y5 Class 2: Automatic transmission only
Y6 Class 3: Automatic transmission only

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CLASS MIN. AGE

1 19* Any combination of

truck-tractor and trailer
with fifth wheel and air
brakes.
• May also drive vehicles
in Class 3, 5, 8 and 9.
• Medical examination required.

2 21, Bus with capacity of

more than 24 passengers,
19*
including a school bus.
• May also drive vehicles in
Class 3, 4, 5, 8 and 9.
• Minimum age is 21 for
school bus and 19* for other than school bus.
• Medical examination required.

3 18** Any truck more than 14,000 kg or combination,

including special equipment or gooseneck trailer. +14,000 kg
• May also drive vehicles in Class 5, 8 and 9.
• Medical examination required.

4 19* Taxi, ambulance or bus with capacity of

less than 25 passengers.
• May also drive vehicles in Class 5, 8 and 9.
• Medical examination required.

5 17 Any automobile, small truck or combination

up to 14,000 kg, provided towed vehicle is not
more than 4,500 kg.
• May also operate vehicles in Class 8 and 9.
• Medical examination may be required.

6 17 Motorcycle.
• May also drive vehicles in Class 8 and 9.
• Medical examination may be required.
CANADIAN DL
7 16 Valid for operation of a motor vehicle when accompanied by a person
CHARTS

who has held a valid driver’s licence for at least four years and is
occupying the seat beside the driver.
• Medical examination may be required.

8 17 Moped or motor-assisted bicycle.

• Medical examination may be required.

9 14 Farm tractor.
• Medical examination may be required.

NOTE
* Must have held a valid driver’s licence for at least two years.
** Must have held a valid driver's licence for at least one year.

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ENDORSEMENTS (related to Class 1, 2 and 3 driver's licence)

Code Significance
F May drive vehicles equipped with an air braking system
M May drive vehicles equipped with a manual transmission
T May drive a road train

RESTRICTIONS
Code Significance
F May drive vehicles equipped with an air braking system
A Must wear glasses or contact lenses while driving
B May only drive during the day
C Must wear a hearing aid while driving a Class 2, 4A, 4B, 4C vehicle
D, E, F, G Must undergo periodic medical examination
H Cancelled restriction, may still appear on document
I May only drive a vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock
(indefinite duration)
J May only drive vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission
K May only drive vehicles equipped with a power steering
L May only drive vehicles equipped with power brakes
N Must wear a safety harness to drive
P May only drive vehicles equipped with hand-operated controls
Q May only drive vehicles equipped with a manual dimmer switch
R May only drive vehicles with an accelerator on the left side
S Subject to other medical restrictions
T May only drive vehicles on roads not linked to Quebec highway
network
W Driving of a Class 1, 2, 3 or 4B vehicle unauthorized in the U.S.
V May only drive a vehicle equipped with controls adapted to the
driver's handicap
X May only drive a vehicle equipped with an ignition interlock
(duration set by court order)
Y Must test zero blood alcohol concentration level (exempt of alcohol
detector)

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1 18 Truck-tractor bearing
(two axles and a net weight
of 4,500 kg or more) or three
or more axles, pulling one or
more trailer(s) or
semi-trailer(s).
• Class 3 vehicle pulling a trailer with net weight of 2,000 kg or more.
• Also covers vehicles in Classes 2, 3, 4A, 4B, 4C, 5, 6D and 8.

2 18 A bus with a seating capacity

for more than 24 passengers.
• Also covers vehicles in
Classes 3, 4A, 4B, 4C,
5, 6D and 8.

3 18 A commercial or equipment vehicle having three or

more axles, or two axles with net weight of
4,500 kg or more.
• Also covers vehicles in Classes
4A, 4B, 4C, 5, 6D and 8.

4A 18 An emergency vehicle.
• Also covers vehicles in Classes
4B, 4C, 5, 6D and 8.

4B 17 A bus or minibus with seating capacity for 24 or

fewer passengers.
• Also covers vehicles in Classes
4C, 5, 6D and 8.

4C 17 A taxicab.
• Also covers vehicles in Classes CANADIAN DL
5, 6D and 8.
CHARTS

5 16 A road vehicle having two axles with net weight of

under 4,500 kg; a motorhome; mobile equipment or
service vehicle.
• Also covers vehicles in Classes
6D and 8.

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6A 16 Any motorcycle.
• Also covers vehicles in classes 6B, 6C, 6D, 6E and 8.

6B 16 A motorcycle with 400 cc or less cylinder size.

• Also covers vehicles in classes 6C, 6D, 6E and 8.

6C 16 A motorcycle with 125 cc or less cylinder size.

• Also covers vehicles in classes 6D, 6E and 8.

6D 14 A moped (class included in all other classes except Class 8).

6E 16 Three-wheeled motorcycle not equipped with a sidecar if it has all the

following characteristics:
1. It is designed to circulate with the three wheels contacting the
ground and the wheels stay perpendicular to the ground when
turning.
2. It is equipped with seats the driver must saddle on.
3. There is no structure hiding partially or totally the driver and
the passenger except for the part in front of the driver and the
backrest.
This class also authorizes driving a two-wheeled motorcycle equipped
with a conversion package made of a metallic structure and a pair of
auxilary wheels aligned with the axle of the motorcycle's rear wheel.

6R 16 Learner’s licence allowing the operation of any motorcycle only as part

of a driving school’s course or for a road test administered by the SAAQ
on a closed track.

8 16 A farm tractor (class included in all other

classes except Class 6D and 6R).

NOTE
Quebec is holding an experiment on commercial driver’s licences. It allows 40 students to
get a learners permit at age 17 or 18 for Classes 1, 2 and 3. It allows that learner not to be
accompanied by an experienced driver if they carry an approved commercial vehicle training
school document. This exemption is not valid outside of Quebec.

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Saskatchewan Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS
Code Significance
A Must wear prescribed glasses or corrective lenses
B May not drive at night
C May only drive within a 40-km radius of address shown on licence
D May only drive within an 80-km radius of address shown on licence
E May only drive outside the limits of a city, in a city as a learner
F Must have two outside rear-view mirrors on vehicle
G Special conditions as described on a separate card, driver must produce
H Motorcycles are limited to three-wheeled cycles, two-wheeled as a learner only
Motorcycles are limited to cycles under 50 cc, larger motorcycles as a learner
J only
K School bus capacity is limited to under 36 passengers
L May not operate Class 2 or Class 4 vehicles
Class 1 to 3 vehicles are limited to automatic/electronic shift transmissions.
M May drive standard transmission as a learner
N May only drive school bus with automatic transmission
R Motorcycles are limited to 400 cc and under
T May not drive a taxi for hire
W May only drive Class 1, 2, 3 or 4 vehicles in Canada

ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance
A Air Brake – operate vehicles equipped with air brakes, apply to Classes 1 to 5,
minimum age 16, written and practical examinations required (no medical) CANADIAN DL
M Motorcycle – operate motorcycle, minimum age 17, written and road test,
CHARTS

applies to Classes 1 to 5
1-4 Operate commercial vehicle as a learner in the corresponding class; minimum
age 18, medical and written examinations required
Customized wording issued by driver examiners, driver is required to carry a
G
separate “Detailed Authority Card” listing driving privileges; G01 – May drive
two-axle trucks (not including two-axle power units) towing trailers more
than 4,600 kg (10,000 lbs), minimum age 18, medical, written and practical
examinations required; G02 Endorsement – May drive, as a learner, two-axle
trucks (not including two-axle power units) towing trailers more than 4,600
kg (10,000 lbs), minimum age 18, medical, written and practical examinations
required.
S Indicates the driver is authorized to operate a school bus, minimum age 18,
must hold a minimum Class 5 drivers licence, medical, written and practical
examinations required
6 Operate a motorcycle as a learner, must hold a minimum Class 5 drivers licence,
minimum age 16

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1 2
7 15

3,10,11
5 16 5

4 9

4 18 All vehicles in Class 5, plus: 6

3 18 All vehicles in
7
Classes 4
and 5,
plus:
12
2 18 All vehicles in 8
Classes 3, 4 and 5, plus:

1 18 All vehicles in 9
Classes 2, 3, 4 and 5, plus:

NOTES
1. Class 7 operator can no longer drive a motorcycle
2. If age 15 must be enrolled in a high school program
3. Includes towing a trailer 4,600 kg and under
4. Requires an S endorsement
5. Requires an M or 6 endorsement
6. Buses that seat 24 passengers or less
7. Includes towing a trailer 4,600 kg and under
8. Buses that seat more than 24 passengers
9. Class 1 or “G” endorsement required when towing any trailer(s) more than 4,600 kg
10. Class 5 may operate three-axle farm plated truck providing not towing a trailer in excess of
4,600 kg; may operate a three-axle motor­home; may operate empty buses
11. When operating in the U.S., the holder of a Class 5 drivers licence combined with 1, 2, 3, 4,
G01 or G02 endorsement or a medical confirmation letter issued by SGI, may operate single
vehicles and vehicle combinations with a GVWR or GVW/GCW in excess of 4,536 kg.
12. Class 2 requires an “S” endorsement to operate a school bus.

General Note: Drivers driving vehicles equipped with air brakes require an “A” endorsement on
their licence.

General Note: Drivers driving vehicles with two or three axles and equipped with air brakes
registered in Class F do not require an air brake endorsement.

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Yukon Driver’s Licence

RESTRICTIONS/ENDORSEMENTS
Code Significance
12 Daylight hours only
15 Air brakes permitted
16 Not to operate as Class 2 or 4
21 Corrective lenses
23 Driving with approved hearing aid
26 Applicable mechanical devices
40 Interlock device required
41 Both mirrors required
51 Contact Motor Vehicle Office; other restrictions may apply
52 Valid in the Yukon only
53 Driver Control Board review (not shown on licence)
54 Medical review (not shown on licence)
55 Registrar’s review (not shown on licence)
56 Heavy trailer endorsement without air (policy)
57 Heavy RV endorsement (more than 11,000 kg) (policy)
58 Three-wheeled motorcycle
W Commercial, Canada only

GDL Codes: Class 7 (Learner’s Stage) can apply at age 15.

33 Cars and light trucks CANADIAN DL
34 Motorcycle
CHARTS

Class 5 (Novice Stage).

Must be at least 16 years old to take road test to move to this stage.
35 Cars and light trucks

36 Motorcycle

*REVISED APRIL 1, 2019

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7 15 Motorcycles, cars and

can light trucks as learner only.
apply

6 17.5 High-speed motorcycle.

NOTE: May operate vehicles under class 5 as a learner only.

5 17.5 A two-axle, single-motor vehicle that does not

exceed 11,000 kg registered gross weight.
May operate a motorcycle with an engine
displacement of less than 50 cc. A two-axle
motor vehicle towing a trailer with one or
more axles, provided the GVW of the trailer does not exceed 4550 kg. May
operate vehicles under Class 1, 2, 3, 4 and 6 as a learner only.* May
operate a snowmobile or all-terrain vehicle on or across Yukon highways,
where permitted, and only under certain conditions. Must be at least 16
years old to take road test to move to this stage.

4 18 A taxi, ambulance or bus (including school and

kindergarten buses) where the seating capacity is
not more than 24, excluding the driver. May operate
all motor vehicles included in the Class 5 category.
May operate all vehicles included in Class 1, 2, 3
and 6 for learning only.*

3 18 A single-motor vehicle with three or more axles.

A motor vehicle with three or more axles towing a
trailer with one or more axles, if the trailer is not
equipped with air brakes, and the GVW of the
trailer does not exceed 4550 kg. Class 2 and 4
type vehicles without passengers. Any vehicle or combination of vehicles
in Class 5 category. All motor vehicles included in Class 1, 2 and 6 for
learning only. Does not automatically include a Class 4 vehicle unless
specifically noted on the submitted driver’s medical exam report.

2 18 Any bus. Any motor vehicle,

or combination of vehicles, that a
holder of a Class 3, 4 and 5
licence may operate. Class 1 and
6 type vehicles for learning only.

1 18 Any motor vehicle, or combination

of vehicles, other than
motorcycle. Must have air
brake endorsement. Class 6
type vehicle for learning only.

The earliest possible age for a full Class 5 licence is 17.5 years. Only then can a person drive
as a learner for Classes 1, 2, 3 and 4.
A Class 3 DL does not automatically include a Class 4 vehicle unless specifically noted on
the submitted driver’s medical exam report.
NOTES
* While learning in Class 2 and 4 vehicles, not allowed to carry passengers other than an
instructor.
An instructor must have held the same class of licence for two years in the class of vehicle
being used for learning.

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