SAAQ road safety education Montréal since 1959

Get your Québec licence with a family-run school.

City Driving School is a family-run, SAAQ-approved driving school in Montréal offering Road Safety Education, refresher coaching, senior driving support, and adaptive driving services. Classroom, hybrid, or self-paced learning options are supported by a calm, practical instructor team and a weekly Zoom info session.

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65 years family-operated Verified Google reviews SAAQ-approved Class 5 Bilingual EN / FR

Who it's for

Start where you are.

Six entry points, four programs. Pick the situation that sounds most like you and route straight to the right next step.

First licence

I'm a teen getting my first licence

Start with the SAAQ-approved Class 5 path and see the theory, lesson, and road-test steps clearly.

See the first-licence path Parents

I'm booking for my teen

Get a practical overview of the programme, payment options, and what to expect at each stage.

See parent guidance Adult learners

I'm an adult getting my first licence

Find a calm route into the Class 5 programme with flexible theory options and structured in-car lessons.

See adult learner options Licensed drivers

I'm licensed and want practice

Book targeted coaching for parking, highway driving, city confidence, or a road-test simulation.

See refresher lessons Senior support

I'm 60+ and want a check-up

Choose a supportive driving review with clear feedback, confidence-building, and no-pressure pacing.

See senior driving support Adaptive driving

I drive with adaptive equipment

Get directed to OT-informed evaluation, mobility-equipped vehicles, and adaptive driving coaching.

See adaptive driving support

Programs

Four programs. One family of instructors.

Every program is taught by the same instructor team, with each card giving a clear overview and a route to the page that owns the full detail.

First Québec licence

Road Safety Education

New drivers 17 to 45

The SAAQ-approved Class 5 path with structured theory and in-car lessons that move learners through each stage of preparation.

24 hours of theory and 15 in-car lessons.
Phase-by-phase learning support.
Clear route to road-test readiness.

See programme details Already licensed

Driver Perfection

Licensed drivers wanting confidence

Targeted coaching for drivers who want practical help with specific skills, confidence rebuilding, or test-focused preparation.

Parking, highway, and city-driving support.
Road-test simulations when needed.
Practical sessions in a calm setting.

See refresher lessons Driving 60+

Senior Safety

Experienced drivers 60+

A supportive on-road review for experienced drivers who want a check-up, reassurance, or clear guidance on adjustments.

On-road safety check-up.
Comfort, habits, and adjustment feedback.
No-pressure, confidence-focused pace.

See senior driving support Adaptive driving

Driver Empowerment

Mobility-equipped drivers

OT-informed driver rehabilitation and adaptive driving support for clients who need mobility-equipped vehicles or equipment guidance.

OT-informed assessments and coaching.
Mobility-equipped vehicle support.
Adaptive equipment and insurer / SAAQ liaison context.

See adaptive driving support

One program. Add what helps.

Road Safety Education Program

City Driving School offers one SAAQ-approved Class 5 programme with 24 hours of theory and 15 in-car lessons, then adds optional support only where it helps your schedule, confidence, or road-test preparation.

What's included

24 hours of SAAQ theory, live online or self-paced.
15 structured in-car lessons in a dual-control vehicle.
Same instructor from lesson 1 to road-test preparation when possible.
Phase-by-phase progress tracking.
Free re-attendance on theory sessions.
Interest-free payment plan over 13 months.

Optional add-ons

Live classroom cohort.
Priority in-car booking.
Compressed schedule.
Road-test simulation block.
Extra in-car lesson.
Pickup outside core zones.

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Reviews

Verified Google reviews.

Use short, practical testimonials that reinforce preparedness, calm instruction, and first-attempt success where relevant.

Passed permit on first try

“As an anxious novice driver, I appreciated that the school offered extra practice sessions to address my weaknesses. Tom truly cares about his students.”

Vortex19XX

Road test, first attempt

“The instructors are attentive and adapt to each student’s needs. The classes are well structured and the explanations clear.”

Cyprien Gautier

SAAQ exam passed

“Calm, clear, and thorough instruction made me feel fully prepared before the exam.”

Ilona Mason

FAQ

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What does the Road Safety Education Program include?

The City Driving School Road Safety Education Program is one SAAQ-approved Class 5 programme with 24 hours of theory and 15 in-car lessons for $995 all-in, paid interest-free over 13 months. Theory is delivered live online or self-paced, in-car lessons are taught with structured progress tracking, and optional add-ons can be added only where they help with scheduling or road-test preparation.

How long does it take to get a Québec Class 5 licence?

The full timeline depends on SAAQ stage requirements, lesson scheduling, and learner readiness. On the homepage, this answer should stay brief and route visitors to the programme or resources page that owns the full timing explanation.

How much does driving school cost in Montréal?

City Driving School presents its core Road Safety Education Program from $995 all-in, with interest-free payments over 13 months and optional add-ons priced separately so learners only pay for extra support if they need it.

Can I take driving lessons in English in Montréal?

Yes. City Driving School presents itself as bilingual, with English and French support across theory, instruction, and information sessions in Montréal.

Do you teach seniors and adaptive drivers?

Yes. The site architecture includes dedicated senior safety and adaptive driving support so those visitors can route directly to the right help instead of trying to infer fit from the main Class 5 programme.

Where are you located and where do you offer lessons?

City Driving School serves Greater Montréal and supports a separate service-zones section for neighbourhood coverage such as Outremont, Côte-des-Neiges, Mile End, Plateau, NDG, Westmount, Verdun, TMR, Saint-Laurent, and Villeray.

No commitment

Pre-register for the next Zoom info session.

Join a short session with Tom to understand what the SAAQ requires, how the programme works, and which path makes the most sense for your schedule and comfort level.

30 minutes · Wednesdays at 7 PM · Zoom · English or French

What the SAAQ Road Safety Education Program actually requires.
Which learning path fits your week and availability.
Payment plans, scheduling, and road-test logistics.

Reserve your Zoom spot

Or call 514-738-2211
Text 514-802-2000

Service zones

In-car lessons across Greater Montréal.

City Driving School supports learners across core Montréal neighbourhoods with a local, practical approach to in-car training and road-test preparation.

Outremont Côte-des-Neiges Mile End Plateau NDG Westmount Verdun TMR Saint-Laurent Villeray