
To qualify for Stage 3 of the Alberta GDL program, all the criteria for stages one and two must have been met. Stage Three Full – Full, non-GDL Driver's licence (Class 5) Exiting also means you can be eligible to qualify to re-class to a class 1, 2, 3, or 4 driver’s licence. There are no requirements that you must exit, but you will be required to follow the GDL conditions for your probationary licence if you decide not to. Moving to Class 5 will essentially see you exiting the GDL program. No alcohol content in your system when driving.Earning no more than 8 demerit points in the period.Holding the probationary licence for at least 2 years.You will also need to follow certain conditions at this stage as well.

Once you’ve completed stage one, stage two requires that you be at least 16 years old and pass a standard Alberta road test. Stage Two Provisional – GDL Probationary (Class 5-GDL) No alcohol allowed in your system at all while drivingĪny licence suspension during this period will restart the minimum 1-year period before you can move to the next stage.No more than 8 demerit points earned during the period of holding the licence.Not driving between midnight and 5:00 a.m.Having a fully licensed driver in the vehicle with you at all times.Holding your learner’s licence for at least 1 year.Once all this is done, then you should pay attention to the conditions for maintaining your Class 7 learner’s licence. You’ll need to pass a written knowledge test on the rules of the road and a vision test. (If you’re under 18, parental consent is required).

You can be a minimum of 14 years old to start the process for a Stage One Class 7 learner’s permit.

The 3 stages of the Alberta GDL Stage One Learner – Class 7

So, here’s a breakdown of the Alberta GDL and what’s required for each stage. Now, the program can take up to 3 years for you to get your full licence. The GDL and this reduction in crashes have even impacted insurance rates, with reduced rates being offered to new drivers compared to before the implementation of the GDL. The Alberta GDL test program, since its inception, has been proven to reduce the rate of fatal crashes among teen drivers by 8 to 14 percent. The province of Alberta implemented the Alberta Graduated Drivers Licensing (GDL) program to help new drivers get the required experience and support before trying to drive on Calgary and Alberta roads.
