Driver Training School Permits
Driver training permits are governed by the Driver Training Schools, Driving Instructors and Training Vehicles Regulation 46/2006 under the Drivers and Vehicles Act (DVA).
Driver Training School permits are valid for a period of up to one year, from April 1 to March 31 annually.
Applications and Renewals
To obtain a Driver Training School permit, applicants must submit an application demonstrating their ability to meet the established criteria.
Expired permits cannot be renewed. Permit holders who wish to maintain their permit must apply for renewal prior to March 31 of each year. MPI will distribute renewal documents to permit holders annually in January, enabling permitted Driver Training Schools to update their information as required.
For more information please see the following:
- Driver Training School Permit Requirements outlines the qualifications, supporting documents and additional details to support your application.
- Driver Training School Permit Application
- Training Vehicle Permit Requirements provides the specifications for training vehicles.
- Driver Training Vehicle Permit Application
Driver Training School Responsibilities
Permitted Driver Training Schools must act in accordance with all relevant legislation, including:
Driver Training Schools, Driving Instructors and Training Vehicles Regulation, Man. Reg. 46/2006
Many of the key requirements for Class 1 driver training providers have been summarized in Class 1 Regulatory Requirements.
All Permitted Driving Schools must conduct business in a fair and appropriate manner. This includes complying with Manitoba Public Insurance’s driver training and testing policies and adhering to the Driver Training Provider Professional Code of Conduct.
Driver Training Schools offering Class 1 instruction have additional obligations which are defined in the Training Standards, which are provided to instructors and schools.
Non-Compliance
Driver Training Schools who fail to meet their obligations may be subject to disciplinary action up to and including revocation of the permit. Disciplinary actions are dependent upon the severity of the offense and the compliance history of the permit holder. For more information on disciplinary processes, please see Verifying Permit Holder Compliance.
Note that Imposed sanctions may be posted publicly.
Student Expectations
All students who receive training from permitted instructors and schools are entitled to quality training in an environment that is safe, and is respectful of their well-being and dignity. Students must also act in a manner that enables quality and fairness in teaching.
For more information, please review the Driver Training Student Expectations.
Questions, concerns and complaints
If you have any questions regarding obtaining a permit, require information about the status of a permit, or would like to report a concern about a permitted driving school, please contact us. MPI will investigate any and all complaints received.
Manitoba Public Insurance, Driver Training Permit Unit
Telephone: 204-985-8063
Toll free: 1-800-665-2410 ext. 8063
Email: [email protected]