Alberta Basic Licence Driver's Handbook

Front 1

What are the conditions of the Learner's licence (Class 7)?

Back 1

1. Hold a learner's licence for one year.
2. Be accompanied by a fully licenced driver who is at least 18 yrs. old and seated next to learner.
3. No driving between midnight and 5 am.
4. No more passengers than seat belts.
5. Licence suspended at 8 demerit points.
6. Zero alcohol level.

Front 2

What are the conditions of a stage two probationary licence (Class 5)?

Back 2

1. Held for minimum two years.
2. No more passengers than seat belts.
3. Licence suspended at 8 demerit points.
4. Zero alcohol level.
5. No upgrading to commercial licence.
6. Cannot accompany a learner.

Front 3

Non-probationary (Class 5) fully licenced driver must?

Back 3

1. Remain suspension free for the last year.
2. Pass an advanced road test.

Front 4

Do parents or guardians have to give permission for a Class 7 or Class 5 licence if you are under 18?

Back 4

Yes, and they can withdraw the consent at any time.
Parental consent is not required if you can prove you are married or self-supporting.

Front 5

Unless otherwise posted, what is the maximum speed limit for a primary highway located outside an urban area?

Back 5

100 km/h.

Front 6

Unless otherwise posted, what is the maximum speed limit for a non-primary highway outside an urban area?

Back 6

80 km/h.

Front 7

Unless otherwise posted, what is the maximum speed limit for a highway that is located within an urban area?

Back 7

50 km/h.

Front 8

How fast are vehicles travelling when they have a sign indicating slow moving vehicles?

Back 8

Less than 40 km/h.

Front 9

What is the speed for both rural and urban school zones and during what times (unless otherwise posted)?

Back 9

30 km/h from:
8 am to 9:30 am
11:30 am to 1:30 pm
3 pm to 4:30 pm.

Front 10

What are the playground zone rules?

Back 10

Maximum 30 km/h from 8:30 am to one hour after sunset.
You may not pass a car going the same direction during these times.