DriveWise British Columbia

10/07/2026

Lots of changes are coming to ICBC road testing on October 19. Here are a few you might not know about:

• The marking sheet is changing to a demerit-based breakdown.

• Road test appointments will be five minutes longer to allow for a longer debrief with the examiner.
• The road test fee is increasing from $35 to $50.

Book a lesson with us so we can help you pass the first time! Call/Text 250-475-0666

10/02/2026

Choose the option that fits you! You’ll get the same DriveWise BC experience that gives you more than 50 years of experience helping people learn to drive. Pass your road test with us!

Save $400 on eligible full programs if you don’t need the ICBC incentives.

Call or text 250-475-0666 to learn more or register.

10/01/2026

🎉 A huge congratulations to all of our students who passed their road test this September! We are so proud of the hard work, dedication, and confidence you've shown through out your driving journey. 🚗✨

🛣️ Enjoy the next chapter and always remember to DriveWise!

09/30/2026

🧡 National Day for Truth and Reconciliation

Today, our office will be closed as we pause to listen, learn, remember, and reflect on the history and ongoing impacts of residential schools and the experiences of Indigenous Peoples in Canada.

As a driving school, we believe that every journey begins with understanding where we’ve come from. We honour Survivors, their families, and communities, and recognize the importance of continuing to learn about the truth of Canada’s history.

May today be a reminder that reconciliation is an ongoing journey; one that calls for listening, respect, education, and meaningful action.
🧡 Every Child Matters.

09/29/2026

🚗 WANT THE FULL “BELLS & WHISTLES” DRIVING PROGRAM — FOR $400 LESS?

Want to learn to drive with our complete DriveWise BC program, but don’t need the high school credits or care about getting your Class 5 licence 6 months sooner?

OR

Are you an adult learner aged 25+?

SAVE $400 on any of our Full Driving Programs!

You’ll receive the same comprehensive program and DriveWise BC curriculum — just without the ICBC incentive fees attached.

✓ Full classroom education
✓ E-learning
✓ Professional in-car driving lessons
✓ Same great DriveWise BC curriculum
✓ $400 LESS

Why pay for incentives you don’t need?

Call or text 250-475-0666 for more information or to register!

09/24/2026

Abandoned vehicle. We have called police and they apparently arrested the person and “have no use for this car” so it’s up to us to either tow it or let someone know about it. If you know who owns this vehicle, text us! 250-475-0666.

09/23/2026

🚗🚆 Railway Safety Week: Stay Alert. Stay Safe.

When approaching railway crossings, a few seconds of caution can make all the difference. Keep these safety tips in mind:

🔹 Avoid distractions and stay focused on the road.
🔹 Be prepared to stop at every railway crossing.
🔹 At uncontrolled crossings, slow down, look both ways, and listen for approaching trains.
🔹 Follow all railway warning signs and signals.
🔹 Before crossing, make sure there’s enough room for your entire vehicle on the other side of the tracks.
🔹 Never race a train.
🔹 Never stop on the tracks. If your vehicle stalls or gets stuck, leave the vehicle and move to a safe location.

🚆 Trains can take up to two km to come to a full stop! Make safety your first priority at every crossing.

09/21/2026

Our Weekday Saver option is back! 💲Get one-on-one instruction customized to your skill level and driving goals. 2x90 minute in-car lessons for $297 (Holiday's and Pro D Day's excluded). Check out the link for more details!

Designed with flexibility in mind, the Weekday Saver is ideal for students, shift workers, or anyone with daytime availability. This program offers direct, one-on-one instruction with our experienced on-road instructors, who will teach, coach, and support you every step of the way. Each program incl...

09/17/2026

🚸 School zones, playground zones & pedestrian crossings: Do you know the rules?

With students back at school, drivers are sharing the road with more children, pedestrians, cyclists and crossing guards. Take a moment to refresh your knowledge of some important B.C. road rules:

👟 Pedestrian crossings
Drivers must yield the right of way to pedestrians in a crosswalk as required by B.C. law. Slow down, stay alert and be prepared to stop.

🎒 School crossings
School crosswalks require drivers to yield to pedestrians. If a crossing guard or authorized traffic patrol is directing traffic, drivers must follow their instructions.

🏫 School zones
Always check the signs and any additional tabs for the applicable speed limit and hours. A posted 30 km/h school-zone limit applies on school days during the times indicated by the signs.

🛝 Playground zones
A posted 30 km/h playground-zone limit is in effect every day from dawn to dusk.

⚠️ Remember: A sign doesn't just tell you where a school, crosswalk, or playground is, it tells you what you need to do as a driver.

Slow down. Scan ahead. Watch for children. And give yourself extra time around schools and crossings.

Let's make getting to and from school a little safer for everyone. 🚗💛

09/11/2026

🚌 Back to school means more school buses on the road, and it’s important to know the rules when you encounter one.

Do you know when you’re required to stop for a school bus with flashing red lights?

Here's what BC driver's need to know:

🛑 Which directions of traffic are required to stop
📏 How much stopping distance you should allow
▶️ When you can safely and legally proceed
🚧 When a median changes the stopping requirements
💰 The penalties and fines for failing to stop

Whether you're commuting, dropping kids off at school, or simply sharing the road, taking a moment to review the rules can help keep students safe.

Slow down, stay alert, and know when you need to stop.