Terms and Conditions

By reading our policies, you acknowledge and agree to our terms and conditions.

U-Drive Driving School
3773 Meredith Drive, Royston, BC, V0R 2V0
250-337-5800
Email: udrive@telus.net
Web: www.udrivedrivingschool.com

Instructor: Brett Jardine

U-DRIVE Driving School is fully licensed and operates in accordance with Division 27 of the Motor Vehicle Act Regulations.

http://icbc.com/dscodeofconduct 

Please take the time to read and understand the policies we adhere to at U-Drive Driving School in Courtenay. If you have any questions or need clarification, feel free to contact us.

Fees

  • 1 Hour Lesson $100.00 tax included (5 min intro/50 min driving/5 min debrief)
  • 3 Lesson package $280.00 tax included (3 hours of instruction)
  • 6 Lesson package $540.00 tax included (6 hours of instruction)
  • 10 Lesson package $900.00 tax included (10 hours of instruction)
  • Use of the car for road test (Class 7) -$140.00 tax included **
  • Use of the car for road test (Class 5)- $160.00 tax included **

**Includes pick up, 30 min brush up lesson, check in help, use of the car for the test, ride home

Please note that the decision to allow a driver to use our vehicle for the driving test is at the discretion of the instructor. To ensure better availability of the car, we kindly ask that you provide ample notice. You can schedule your driving test within 6 months of your eligibility date.

Payment:

  • Gift Certificates: Payment in full required.
  • For packages and individual lessons: Payment is required by the time of the first lesson. Pay per lesson is possible, please inquire.
  • INTERAC e-transfer payments must be received prior to the appointment.
  • INTERAC e-transfer payments to: udrive@telus.net
  • Cheque to U-Drive Driving School or cash to the instructor at the first lesson

Vehicle Lessons:

Vehicle lessons are usually booked Tuesday through Saturday 8 AM to 6 PM.

Cancellations and No-Shows:

Without valid explanation, cancellations within 24 hours of the appointment time will be charged a $45 fee. Fees may be waived at the discretion of U-Drive Driving School.

If student doesn’t show up for the lesson within 15 mins of the start time, they are considered a no show and will be charged the $45 fee.

Licensing Requirements

Students must possess a Valid Class 7 or Class 5 license prior to taking any in car lessons. Students must always carry their licence during training.

ICBC Fees:

ICBC Fees are the responsibility of the student and are never included in any price offerings.

The Road Test:

You can book a Road Test at www.icbc.com/driver-licensing

The school’s car is available with a minimum of 6 in car lessons, subject to availability.
Bring two pieces of primary identification which may include student visa or work permit.
Vehicle Occupants: An additional person is allowed in the vehicle other than the instructor and
student, for observation. This could be a parent, spouse, child, support person etc.

Refunds:

Full refunds are granted with 24 hours notice for individual lessons. All refunds to the original buyer.

A $45 cancellation fee is charged for the cancellation of driving lesson packages.

**Cancellations MUST be done in writing via email or text to udrive@telus.net or 250-337-5800.

Accident Liability

If accident or injury occurs while a student is driving, U-DRIVE Driving School is NOT LIABLE. We
will go through our insurance company.

Weather Closures

If ICBC is closed due to snow or weather conditions we will be closed as well.

 

**This document was updated February 2025