ABOUT YD

Canada’s Trusted Driving School for Over 50 Years

Since 1970, Young Drivers of Canada has been the gold standard in driver training, helping generations of Canadians become safer, more confident drivers. Our signature Collisionfree!™ Approach goes beyond passing the road test, teaching defensive driving skills and habits designed to help drivers recognize risks, prevent collisions and stay safer for life.

50+ Years

More than five decades of experience in driver education, defensive driving and road safety.

100+ Service Locations

Providing professional driving lessons and driver training in communities across Canada.

1.4 Million+ Graduates

More than 1.4 million graduates have learned safer driving skills with Young Drivers of Canada.

Our Mission, Vision, and Values

We Believe in Saving Lives by Creating Better Drivers.

Our Mission

To reduce collisions by changing the way people think, learn and behave behind the wheel. Through progressive driver education and our Collisionfree!™ Approach, we develop safer, more confident drivers with skills that last a lifetime.

Our Vision

A future where every driver has the knowledge, awareness and habits to make safer decisions and where fewer collisions mean safer roads for everyone.

Our Values

Safety First. Everything we do begins with protecting drivers and the people who share the road.

Better Drivers for Life. We teach beyond the road test, building skills and habits designed to last.

Always Moving Forward. We continually evolve our training, technology and approach to meet the changing needs of drivers.

People Matter. We believe great driver education starts with understanding, encouragement and respect.

Responsibility on Every Road. Safer driving is a shared responsibility, and every decision behind the wheel matters.

Drive

We never stop moving forward.
We challenge ourselves to improve, innovate and find better ways to create safer drivers.

Safety

Safety is at the heart of everything we do.
We teach drivers the skills, awareness and habits that help prevent collisions and save lives.

Ethics

We do what’s right.
We act with integrity, accountability and respect for our students, our people and the communities we serve.

Sustainability

We’re driving toward a better future.
We embrace responsible practices, smarter technology and innovation that support safer, more sustainable mobility.

Safe driving for all ages

The YD Difference

#1 Rated Driving School*

Trusted by generations of Canadian drivers.

Young Drivers of Canada has been setting the standard in driver training for over 50 years. With more than 1.4 million graduates, our programs are designed to do more than prepare students to pass a road test – they teach defensive driving skills and our proven Collisionfree!™ habits for safer driving throughout their lives.

✓ 50+ years of driver training experience
✓ More than 1.4 million YD graduates
✓ Collisionfree!™ defensive driving techniques
✓ Professional, experienced driving instructors

*source (Best Driving Schools in Canada of 2026 | CourseCompare.ca)

Ministry-Approved Driver Education

Learn with a recognized driver education program.

Our approved driver education programs combine theory and in-vehicle training to help new drivers build the knowledge, skills and experience they need to become safer and more confident behind the wheel.

Insurance Savings

Young Drivers® of Canada has partnered with Avenue Insurance and Oracle RMS to offer an exclusive insurance discount to its beginner driver education course graduates (see more here). This collaboration underscores the trust that leading insurers place in Young Drivers®‘ comprehensive driver education programs. The Drivers Licence History provides proof of successful completion of and graduation from a BDE course and is widely recognized by the insurance industry as proof of course completion. BDE Graduates with a Driver’s License History may be eligible for an insurance discount. As a prospective customer, you can be confident in choosing Young Drivers® of Canada for your driving education needs.

Key Benefits:

Exclusive Insurance Discounts: Graduates receive special rates from Avenue Insurance and Oracle RMS.
Recognized Training Excellence: Leading insurer acknowledges the quality of Young Drivers® programs.
Enhanced Driving Confidence: Comprehensive training prepares you for real-world driving challenges.
Commitment to Safety: Emphasis on defensive driving techniques ensures safer roads for everyone. By enrolling with Young Drivers® of Canada, you’re investing in top-tier driver education endorsed by a reputable insurance provider.

Learn at Your Own Pace

Driver education designed to fit your life.

Flexible learning options make it easier to complete your driver education while balancing school, work and other commitments -without compromising the quality of your training.

Flexible Payment Plans

More flexibility when paying for driver training.

Available payment options can make it easier to get started with Young Drivers and spread the cost of your driver education over time.

Over 100 Service Locations Throughout Canada

Driving Lessons Close to Home

With 100+ service locations across Canada, Young Drivers makes it easy to find professional driver training in your community. Our local driving instructors combine expert coaching with YD’s proven Collisionfree!™ Approach to help new and experienced drivers build safer skills and greater confidence behind the wheel.

✓ Professional driving instruction in communities across Canada
✓ Programs for new, experienced and returning drivers
✓ In-class, online and in-vehicle training options

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