We have recently completed a comprehensive course review with ICBC and our course materials are the most up-to-date in the province!
Update: Changes to B.C.’s Graduated Licensing Program, October 19, 2026
Starting October 19, 2026, ICBC is removing the second road test for new drivers. Instead of a behind-the-wheel test, drivers will complete a Driving Record Assessment — an in-office review of your driving record — before moving to a restricted Class 5 licence.
This makes our course even more valuable: completing a GLP-approved course during your learner stage still shortens your wait for that assessment from 24 months down to 18 months.
If you’re already enrolled in the GLP, ICBC will mail you a letter starting early fall 2026 explaining exactly how the changes affect your timeline. If your course or driving stage started before October 19, 2026, the details below still apply to you.
Course Description
This course consists of 18 hours of theory, 13.5 hours of in-car lessons, 2 hours of road trip observation, and one 30-minute interview with your copilot.
Other than the highway drive, all in-car lessons are either 1-hour or 2-hour sessions. Highway drives are done with another client in the car. During lesson 5, the copilot / parent will join the in-car lesson to help with practice at home and to answer any questions.
This program cuts the wait for your Driving Record Assessment down from 24 months to 18 months.
To qualify, the driver must:
- successfully complete a GLP-approved course in the learner stage;
- demonstrate safe driving attitudes and behaviours; and
- maintain a clean driving record through the novice stage — no prohibitions, suspensions, or convictions for excessive speed or electronic device use (does not include 12-hour suspensions or 24-hour prohibitions).
The student also receives two Grade 11 credits.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I still need to take a second road test? No. As of October 19, 2026, ICBC is removing the second road test for the Class 5 upgrade. It’s replaced by a Driving Record Assessment — a review of your record rather than a driving test.
What does the Driving Record Assessment check? It reviews your record for prohibitions, suspensions, and specific convictions over a set period: 24 months if you’re under 25, 18 months if you completed an approved GLP course (like ours), or 12 months if you’re 25 or older. Minor 12-hour suspensions and 24-hour prohibitions don’t count against you.
I’m 25 or older — does this course still make sense for me? The new rules also introduce a shorter GLP pathway for drivers 25 and up (a 9-month learner stage and 12-month novice stage), separate from this course. If you’re in that age group, get in touch and we can talk through whether the course still saves you time.
When do these changes actually take effect? October 19, 2026. If you’re currently in the GLP, ICBC will send you a letter starting early fall 2026 with details specific to your situation.
Schedule
GLP classroom sessions are broken down into three sessions. Students must attend one of each module.
Modules are held at the St. John Ambulance Centre at #84 – 1742 Cliffe Avenue in Courtenay.
Upcoming Classroom Dates
2026
- October 17th, 18th, 24th
- November 28th, 29th, Dec 5th
2027
- Jan 30th, 31st, Feb 6
- Feb 20th, 21st, 27th
- April 3rd, 4th, 10th
- May 1st, 2nd, 8th
Email ComoxValleyDrivingSchool@gmail.com
Daily Schedule
All classroom dates from 9am-4pm.
- 9 AM – 1030 AM (15 minute break)
- 1045 AM – 1215 PM (30 minute lunch)
- 1245 PM – 215 PM (15 minute break)
- 230 PM – 4 PM finished
Pricing
$1600 for High School Students
$1680 for all other students ($1600 + GST)
Payments may be made in installments so long as the last payment is paid one month prior to finishing the program. A payment of $299 must be paid on first contact.
All Students must agree to Terms & Conditions