Driver Handbooks

It takes study and practice to be a safe driver. With the knowledge and skill that comes from education and training, drivers will become more aware of their responsibilities when behind the wheel and the role they play in improving traffic safety. Driving is a privilege!

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Basic Driver's Information
This handbook provides information on how to obtain a learner's license or driver's license for passenger vehicles, small trucks, vans and recreational vehicles.

Driver knowledge test now available in ten languages (pdf 37.89 KB)
Retailers for the Basic Licence Driver’s Handbook in Selected Languages (pdf 83 KB)

Basic Licence Driver's Handbook
Basic Licence Driver's Handbook (pdf 2.7 MB)

Practice Class 7 Test One
Practice Class 7 Test Two

Geared to Go A Workbook for Coaching New Drivers (pdf 1.99 MB)

Motorcycle Operations
Provides additional information on how to obtain a motorcycle operator's license and is used as a supplement to the Basic License Driver's Handbook.

New Motorcycle Test (pdf 743K)

New Motorcycle Test Information Handout (pdf 1.7 MB)

Operator's Licence Information for Motorcycles, Mopeds and Power Bicycles (Web Version)

Operator's Licence Information for Motorcycles, Mopeds and Power Bicycles (pdf 2.67MB)

Owning and Operating a Power Bicycle or Moped in Alberta (pdf 63KB)

Owning and Operating a Small Vehicle in Alberta (pdf 195KB)

Professional Drivers
This handbook provides additional information on driving as a profession, such as driving large trucks, tractor-trailers, taxis, ambulances and buses and is used as a supplement to the Basic License Driver's Handbook.

Professional Operator's Licence Information for Tractor-Trailers, Buses, Large Trucks, Ambulances and Taxis

Professional Operator's Licence Information for Tractor-Trailers, Buses, Large Trucks, Ambulances and Taxis (pdf 3.0MB)