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Second road test to be eliminated from B.C.’s graduated licensing program

  • British Columbia announced changes to its graduated drivers licensing program on Wednesday, aiming for early 2026 implementation.
  • The government is changing the program, which was introduced 25 years ago, to streamline the licensing process.
  • These changes include eliminating the second road test for Class 5 licences and introducing a new motorcycle licensing program .
  • Garry Begg stated the changes aim to make the licensing system more accessible while reducing road injuries.
  • New drivers will face a 12-month restriction period, requiring them to demonstrate safe driving to get full privileges.
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B.C. government announces changes to graduated drivers’ licensing regime

VICTORIA, B.C. - The British Columbia government is making changes to its graduated drivers licensing regime, eliminating the need for a second road test to obtain a full licence.

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B.C. on the road to dropping second road test for Class 5 licence

Government says it is making the changes to the so-called graduated licensing program to remove unnecessary barriers

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Global News broke the news in Toronto, Canada on Wednesday, April 16, 2025.
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