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

The Driver's Guide 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 70.5 KB)

Driver's Guide to Operation, Safety and Licensing (Web Version)
Driver's Guide to Operation, Safety and Licensing (pdf 3.37 MB)

Practice Class 7 Test One
Practice Class 7 Test Two

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

Information on safety for cyclists and motorists on where to ride and share the road. Click on the link below.
One Road


Translators for Driver Licence Knowledge Tests

Effective April 18, 2011, all Translators providing these services will be required to present a Translator Identification Number (TIN) as approved by Alberta Transportation.
 
In order to obtain a TIN, a completed application form must be submitted to Alberta Transportation directly or via fax # 780-427-0833, e-mail at trans.driver.prog@gov.ab.ca or through any registry agent location. The Translator Application form is available at any Registry Agency, and on the Alberta Transportation’s website below. 

Please note that the application requires an Operator’s Licence number for personal identification and proof of accreditation with a registry agent or an approved translation organization. The list of approved organizations is listed below.
 
List of Approved Translator Agencies (pdf 21.1 KB)

Translator Application (pdf 185 KB)

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)

Rider's Guide to Operation, Safety and Licensing (Web Version)

Rider's Guide to Operation, Safety and Licensing (pdf 2.46 MB)

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 (Web version)

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