DriveWise Training Sets the Standard
DriveWise’s Vehicle-for-Hire Training program has received accreditation from the City of Toronto.
Congratulations in joining the Toronto ride-sharing and taxi sectors!
DriveWise’s comprehensive Vehicle for Hire training program offers industry-specific skills and knowledge for drivers aspiring to excel in the ride-sharing and taxi sectors.
STEPS TO GET YOUR CERTIFICATE
Register For Training
Simply register for the upcoming training here or call us at 705-730-1130
Receive In-Person Training
Training is located at The Royal Canadian Legion Branch 286, 11 Irwin Rd, Etobicoke, ON. Feel free to bring a translator, they are allowed to be with you in the classroom!
Get Your Training Certificate
Upon completion of our interactive training, you will be awarded your training certificate within 24 hours.
Apply For Your Licence
Click here to apply for your Vehicle-for-Hire Licence
Ask your PTC for your Private Transportation Company Licence. Understand the differences.
*This cost is non-refundable. Transferring to another course date will incur a $25 transfer fee.
Why do I need vehicle-for-hire training?
In Toronto, applicants for vehicle-for-hire (taxicab or limousine) driver licences must demonstrate completion of a new driver training course and will be required to submit the certificate of completion as part of their licence applications. Drivers currently licensed also have to take this training program before renewing their licence in 2023.
According to the City of Toronto, you need a licence from the City if you are/are working for a:
course highlights
The training is from 8am to 4pm. Participants will benefit from a balanced mix of interactive classroom sessions and immersive virtual reality simulation labs. *Lunch is included with the enrollment of the program.
8 Hours in Duration
To ensure optimal learning outcomes, we maintain small class sizes, with a maximum of 15 students per instructor, guaranteeing each learner receives personalised attention and the best possible educational experience.
Small Class Size of 15 Students
Blended learning approach using virtual reality simulation and interactive in-class instruction. Targeted learning topics will address your specific risks, concerns and procedures.
Blended Learning Approach
The program is rooted in the DriveWise 6-Star Approach to Cooperative Driving. This proven learning model reinforces good driving habits while modifying drivers’ behaviours, and improving their decision making ability.
DriveWise 6-Star Approach
Please notice that this cost is nonrefundable. Transferring to another course date will incur a $25 transfer fee.
The Price is $225 + HST
What can I learn in DriveWise’s interactive training?
DriveWise’s Vehicle-for-Hire training examines the unique requirements for VFH and PTC drivers in Toronto, including:
Introduction to Safe Driving
In this module, participants learn about our 6 Star Approach to Cooperative Driving, which promotes safe and responsible driving. It serves as a foundation for other program topics, outlining core principles.
Participants will learn about:
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Participants will learn about:
Legal Requirements
Participants will understand vehicle-for-hire legislation at various government levels, including federal, provincial, and municipal regulations.
3 Simulation Labs
Participants in simulation labs and cooperative driving scenarios apply theoretical concepts from the classroom to real-life situations, promoting effective learning transfer and improving long-term retention.
By the end of the course, you will be able to:
DriveWise vehicle-for-hire training
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*This cost is nonrefundable. Transferring to another course date will incur a $25 transfer fee.