Our Services
At Northern Star Driving Academy, we’re committed to helping students become safe, confident drivers through flexible, affordable, and community-focused training. Whether you’re just starting out, preparing for your G2 or G road test, or simply need a refresher, we have a program that fits your needs. Explore our services below to see which option is right for you.
Beginner Driver Education (BDE) Course
Our MTO-approved BDE program is designed for new drivers who want a
strong foundation in safe driving. Students complete 30 hours of online
learning covering road rules, defensive driving, and safe decision-making, plus 10 hours of in-car lessons with a certified instructor.
What you’ll cover:
▪ Core driving skills like parking, turns, and intersections
▪ Highway driving and merging
▪ Defensive driving strategies
▪ Preparing for your G2 road test
Benefits:
G2 test eligibility in 8 months (instead of 12) and potential insurance discounts of up to 20%.
BDE + Road Test Package (With Vehicle)
This package includes everything in the BDE Course, plus an additional one-hour in-car mock road test that simulates the official driving test, scheduled 1–3 weeks before your driving test, plus a refresher lesson on test day to boost confidence and readiness. On test day, we provide transportation to and from the testing centre, and students can use our vehicle for their official road test.
What you’ll cover in the extras:
▪ Mock exam practice in local test areas
▪ Tips to reduce test anxiety and avoid common mistakes
▪ Full test-day support and vehicle use
Hourly Packages
(G2 or G)
Our hourly lessons are perfect for students who want extra practice or
targeted training in specific areas. Whether you’re brushing up before your G2, preparing for your G test, or focusing on maneuvers like parallel parking, we’ll tailor the lesson to your needs.
What you’ll cover (customized):
▪ G2 prep or G refresher lessons
▪ Highway driving practice
▪ Parking and maneuvering skills
▪ Confidence-building for anxious drivers
Why Choose Us?
▪ Certified, family-oriented instructors who know the local test routes and community roads, so you’ll be practicing in the same areas where you’ll actually be driving.
▪ Flexible scheduling and pickup options that fit around busy student lives, making it easier to balance lessons with school, work, and extracurriculars.
▪ Affordable packages and hourly options that give students the freedom to choose exactly what works best for their goals and budget.
▪ Strong community connections beyond the test, with partnerships that provide students exclusive discounts and offers from local businesses.