What to bring to Class?
  • Payment - we accept cash, visa, online transfers, MC or cheque
  • a photo copy of your licence
  • a pen or pencil
  • snack/drinks/Lunch/$
  • a positive outlook- if you remain active and participate in the classroom (30% of your mark) you will remain engaged, retain much more information and the class will go by faster! 

How to Prepare for the
In-Car Driving Sessions
  • Don't forget us! Keep track of the date and time your lesson is scheduled. If you need to cancel your lesson  please be mindful of our time and other students by giving us 12 hrs notice *.
  • Make sure you have you Drivers Licence with you.  We can't drive without it.  No exceptions. It's the Law!
  • Cell Phone switched off, or better yet, leave it at home or in your locker. 
  • Proper footwear- be comfy but make good choices.
  • Try to not to stress. Deep breaths! As instructors we are professionals, we always have control of the vehicle ; we may assist you by braking or steering for you when needed for safety. Please don't be offended.
  • Be well rested and healthy.  Driver Fatigue/ Illness /Significant Stress causes a large percentage of crashes on the roadway. We will terminate a lesson if we feel there is a risk.
  • 0.00% BAC/ Zero marijuana use before the lesson. 
  • Be prepared for your next lesson  Practice, practice, practice. 3-5 hrs is suggested, do your best. (Pssst...we can tell when you haven't been practicing. it's in your best interest.)
  • Give use feedback, talk to us. Tell us: How we can help? Is there is something you want to review? How is your practice going? We really want to know.
  • Unfortunately, sometimes we have to cancel our in-car lesson due vehicle issues, illness or severe weather.  We will do our best to give you notice and reschedule asap!

Classroom Training

​As an MTO approved BDE Course Provider G2G Driving Academy follows the strict Classroom curriculum as set by the Ministry of Transportation Ontario.

Lesson 1-Day 1
​ Attitude/Responsibilities
  • Graduated licensing
  • Demerit points/ Fines/repercussions of
  • Laws/ Enforcement/Other jurisdictions
Lesson 2
  • Road Signs, lights, lines and markings
  • Right-of-way observance
  • Circle check/Pre driving habits
  • Vehicle adjustments/safety
Lesson 3-Day 2
  • Strategic driving
  • Defensive Driving Techniques
  • Observation/Space management
  • Stopping/Braking/Distance/Gap
  • Risk management
  • Cooperative driving
Lesson 4
  • City driving
  • Freeway driving
  • Rural driving
  • Traffic Circles
Lesson 5- Day 3
  • Collision avoidance
  • Vehicle control/safety
  • Crash case studies
  • Driving emergencies
  • Road rage /Racing
Lesson 6
  • Drinking/Drugs & driving
  • Drowsy driving
  • Distracted driving
  • Peer pressure awareness/avoidance
  • Fines/Licence Suspension/Court
Lesson 7 – Day 4
  • Night driving/over driving headlights
  • Road Conditions and effects
  • Driving in Rain/Fog/ Wind / Sunny/Heavy traffic
  • Winter driving/Snow/Ice/Black Ice/Stuck in snow/White Out
  • Skid Recovery
Lesson 8
  • Fuel efficiency
  • Vehicle maintenance
  • Vehicle insurance
  • Road test(s) preparation
  • Final Test​

In-Vehicle Training

 During the 10 hours of In-Vehicle training students learn the life-saving driving skills they will need to deal with risk on the road and how to respond safely and effectively.  Here are just a few topics we cover during the in-vehicle sessions:
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  • Vehicle maneuvers/handling
  • Proper road positioning/Lanes
  • Stopping positions/Threshold Braking
  • Roadway Marking, Signs, Lights
  • Distracted Driving- visual,  cognitive, mechanical
  • City driving
  • One way streets
  • ​Major intersections /Multiple turning lanes
  • ​Rural/Country Driving
  • Freeway and highway driving 401/402
  • Highway hypnosis/Drowsy driving
  • Construction
  • Lane changes/Merges
  • Three Point turns
  • Gravel wheel drop off /shoulder recovery
  • ​Collision avoidance and evasive actions
  • Emergency brake and avoid techniques -                    with/without ABS
  • Handling adverse conditions
  • Risk management
  • Skid Recovery- weather permitting
  • Driving emergencies-ex. brakes fail
  • Parking Hill/Parallel/Stall
  • Road side emergency stops
  • Cooperative Driving
  • Laws, Demerit points, Repercussions
  • G1 Exit Test Prep & Evaluation


Note:
​As with most learning facilities any disruptive or disrespectful behaviour will not be tolerated. We have a strict zero tolerance rule in effect.  



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What if the insurance company wants proof the BDE program has been passed and completed?
As of 2008, if you require proof of completion you will need to obtain a Driver Licence History (DLH) from the MTO for a fee of $12.  This is a Government issued document only we do not have access to this info!
The Student can visit any Service Ontario office in person with their Drivers Licence to have the certificate printed.
Or go online at:
https://www.apps.rus.mto.gov.on.ca/jtips/licenseHistorySearch.do?method=view&lang=EN




*Unfortunately, due to many last minute driving cancellations/clients not showing up for scheduled appointments we have put in place a $40 cancellation fee.  This is to help insure driving lessons are made priority and to ensure students give 12hrs notice to their instructors. Sudden illness, family issues, weather conditions etc will certainly be taken into consideration-we are firm but fair with this issue.