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Stage 3: Full Class 5 (non-GDL) To exit the GDL program you must:
• be at least 18 years of age
• be in the probationary stage for a minimum of two years
• be free of suspensions or traffic violations within the last 12 months of the probationary stage, including zero alcohol and/or drug level when driving. You can reduce your probationary stage by up to six months, if:
• you successfully complete an approved driver training course resulting in a condition code (U) being added to your driving record
• all other eligibility requirements are met. Upon exiting the GDL program, you will:
• move from a Class 5-GDL to a full Class 5 driver’s licence
• qualify to re-class to a Class 1, 2, 3, or
4 driver’s licence
• increase the number of demerits you are allowed
• remove the zero alcohol and drug tolerance condition
• be able to be an accompanying driver to a learner.Text extracted from the PDF for reference and may contain layout artefacts. The official PDF is authoritative.
Open official handbook at page 13 ↗Source: Driver's Guide: cars and light trucks, Spring 2026. Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Alberta.