Scooby Doo Monster Truck Driver Brianna here. To legally drive a car in Canada, you’ll need a driver’s licence issued by the government of your province or territory. You must have it with you whenever you’re driving. With it, you can drive anywhere in Canada.

If you have a valid licence from your home country, you’ll probably be able to use this to drive in Canada for a short time after you arrive. Check with the government of your province or territory for details. If you plan to use a foreign driver’s licence in Canada, you should get an International Driving Permit (IDP) in your home country. An IDP will give you a translation of your licence into French and English. The process to get a driver’s licence in Canada depends on the province or territory where you live and on your driving background. It may include: • a written exam on the rules of the road (you can get a study guide to help with this) • one or two driving tests You may choose to pay for driving lessons to get ready for the driving tests.

Aug 19, 2016. If you will be visiting from another country for more than 3 months, you will need an International Driver's Permit ( IDP ) from your own country. This is a special licence that allows motorists to drive internationally when accompanied by a valid driver's licence from their country. You need to have this permit. Host, Y’a pas deux matins pareils sur Ici, Radio-Canada Ontario.

Search online for lessons. Once you have a licence, you will have to renew it every so often. The expiry date will be printed on your licence. See the transportation department in your province or territory to find out more about driver’s licences, exams and driving lessons.

• • • • • • • • • • • • •. It is illegal to drive without car insurance in Canada. If you own a car, you must get insurance coverage. If you regularly drive a car that belongs to a relative or friend, you should make sure you’re listed on their car insurance plan. You can get different types of car insurance plans, including coverage for either or both: • injuries to yourself and damage to your car or • the costs of damages and injury to others if you’re at fault in an accident Your car insurance cost depends on the plan you choose and your: • age • driving record • living location • driving experience The cost also varies between insurance companies.

For this reason, you should: • make sure you understand what each plan covers • contact a few companies for details about the price of their insurance plans. You must follow Canada’s driving laws. Before you start driving, take time to learn the laws in your province or territory. For a full list of laws and rules about driving, get a copy of the driving guide issued by the department that regulates cars and driving in your province or territory. You can usually get these guides at service centres, online and in stores. Driving laws are strictly enforced in Canada. Penalties for breaking the law are generally severe.

Feb 14, 2013. Florida authorities are looking to exempt English-language licences from the new law, but it won't be in time for March break.

Read about some of the most important laws to know. It’s a serious crime to leave the scene of the accident. This includes accidents with another vehicle or hitting a pedestrian. If you’re in an accident: • call the emergency number ( 911) for police and an ambulance (if you need one) • wait at the scene until the emergency services you called arrive • exchange information with the other driver (if the accident involves another vehicle), including: • name • address • telephone number • licence plate • driver’s licence numbers • insurance company name • insurance plan number. The information you provide through this survey is collected under the authority of the for the purpose of measuring the performance of Canada.ca and continually improving the website. Your participation is voluntary.