Driving in Canada
To legally drive a vehicle in Canada, you must obtain a valid driver’s license issued by the government of your province or territory. We have pulled the key information about how into a guide for you. To find your local drivetest centre click here to use the locator tool – https://drivetest.ca/find-a-drivetest-centre/find-a-drivetest-centre/
Public Transit
Public transit in Canada offers a convenient and efficient way for residents, including newcomers, to navigate urban landscapes and connect with various communities. With extensive networks of buses, trains, subways, and streetcars in major cities, public transit serves as a reliable mode of transportation.
Rail
VIA Rail: Via Rail is Canada’s national passenger rail service, connecting major cities and regions across the country, offering travelers a comfortable and scenic journey with a focus on sustainable and efficient transportation.
GO Transit
GO Transit is a regional public transit service in the Greater Toronto and Hamilton Area, offering commuter train and bus services to connect residents with reliable transportation options across the expansive urban and suburban landscape.
Ride- Sharing / Taxi’s
Ride-sharing and taxi services in Canada, including well-known platforms such as Uber and Lyft, alongside local taxi companies, provide convenient and on-demand transportation options, enabling users to navigate urban areas and reach their destinations seamlessly.
Canada’s largest carsharing operator, made its mark in Toronto in 2018 with 200 cars as part of the city’s free-floating carshare pilot project, showcasing over 25 years of urban carsharing expertise. Expanding its footprint, Communauto Ontario represents the integration of two pioneering carsharing organizations, extending its impact beyond Toronto to include Southwestern Ontario cities like Kitchener-Waterloo, Hamilton, Guelph, London, and Cambridge. Additionally, Communauto’s Ottawa-Kingston branch has become a vital part of Ottawa’s transportation network since its inception in 2000, and its growth has reached Kingston as well. The organization’s influence spans nationwide, benefiting members from Alberta to Nova Scotia, showcasing its commitment to sustainable transportation solutions across various regions in Canada.
Location Based Transit
- Toronto – TTC – The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) is a comprehensive public transit agency in Toronto, Ontario, operating an extensive network of buses, streetcars, and subways to facilitate efficient and widespread transportation throughout the city and its surrounding areas.
- O-Train – The O-Train is a light rail transit (LRT) system serving Ottawa, Ontario, providing efficient and convenient public transportation through a network of automated trains connecting key locations in the city.
- Ottawa Macdonald-Cartier International Airportserves as the main airport, offering domestic and international flights
- Simcoe County Linxis a regional public transit service that operates buses connecting various communities within the county. Local municipalities may also have their own transit systems.
- London Transit Commission (LTC) operates the city’s public transit system, offering bus services that connect various neighborhoods and key locations
- Toronto Island Ferry: Ferries provide transportation between downtown Toronto and the Toronto Islands, a popular recreational destination.
- UP Express: The UP Express provides a direct and rapid train service between downtown Toronto and Toronto Pearson International Airport.
- The Presto card is a contactless smart card system for fare collection on Ontario’s public transit systems, including Greater Toronto, Hamilton, and Ottawa,
- Kingston offers a comprehensive transportation network, including a well-developed public transit system operated by Kingston Transit.
- Accessible transportation through the Kingston Access Bus
- Durham Region Transit (DRT)is the local public transit agency that provides bus services throughout the region. DRT offers regular bus routes, specialized services for seniors and individuals with disabilities.
- Peterborough Transitoffers reliable and accessible transit services, accommodating wheelchairs and medical scooters on all buses. Our fleet includes full-sized buses operating regular and express routes, along with the Accessible Van Service and the Community Bus. Additionally, as of May 2021, five buses are equipped with bicycle racks at the front, allowing cyclists to conveniently transport their bikes at no extra cost, providing added options and flexibility for travel.
Travel Planning Apps / Tools
Google Maps: Detailed maps, real-time navigation, traffic updates, and information on nearby places.
- Waze: Community-driven navigation with real-time traffic updates, road conditions, and alerts from other drivers.
- GO Transit Mobile App
- Uber
- Lyft
