Alberta Class 7 Practice

Stage 2: GDL Probationary (Class 5-GDL) To become a probationary driver you must: • hold your Class 7 leaner’s licence for a year (this time will be extended if you receive a suspension of your driving privileges) • be 16 years of age or older • pass the Alberta Class 5 road test. Probationary conditions: • You must be a probationary driver for a minimum of two years. • You must have no more passengers than seat belts. • You will be suspended if you accumulate eight or more demerit points. • You must have a zero alcohol and/or drug level when driving. • You are not able to re-class your licence to a commercial driver’s licence (Class 1, 2, 3, or 4). • You cannot serve as a supervising driver to a learner.

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Source: Driver's Guide: cars and light trucks, Spring 2026. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Alberta.