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Defensive driving course
The Canada Safety Council Defensive Driving Course, taught by a professional instructor. A full day in the classroom for any licensed driver, with an optional in-vehicle assessment.
From$199.99+ HST
Per person on groups of 5 or more

- Full dayIn the classroom
- In-vehicle assessmentOptional, after the classroom
- From $199.99Per person on groups of 5+, plus HST
- CertificateCanada Safety Council
The course
What it covers
A full day in the classroom on the habits and knowledge that lower your risk on the road. Some insurers offer a discount for it. Check with yours.
- Full Canada Safety Council curriculum
- Vehicle maintenance and circle checks
- Attitude and driving patterns
- Provincial traffic laws
- Collision prevention techniques
- Effects of alcohol and drugs on driving
- Distracted and drowsy driving
- Seatbelt laws and personal liability
- Certificate of completion
Pricing
Choose your rate
Both options are the full Canada Safety Council course and both include the certificate. The group rate is per person on groups of 5 or more. Call to book either one.
Individual rate
$299.99+ HST
- Per person, for individuals or groups under 5
- Full Canada Safety Council curriculum
- Certificate of completion
- Optional in-vehicle driving assessment: $59.99
Group rate (5+)
$199.99+ HST per person
- Per person on groups of 5 or more
- Full Canada Safety Council curriculum
- Certificate of completion
- Optional in-vehicle driving assessment: $49.99 per person
How it works
Booking, in plain terms
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Call
Call or text the office
Tell Jodi which program you need and how many people are coming. Call or text (519) 381-4250.
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Book
We set the date
Timing is flexible. We book the program around your needs, at our classroom or at your workplace.
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Class day
Learn, then get your certificate
Your instructor covers each topic, walks through real scenarios and runs the discussion. You leave with proof you completed it.
Good to know
Questions about the Defensive Driving Course
Will it lower my insurance?
Some insurers offer a discount for it. Check with yours.
Can you come to our workplace?
Yes. Group rates apply and we come to your business site, or your team can come to our classroom in Sarnia or Wallaceburg.
What's the in-vehicle assessment?
An optional drive with an instructor after the classroom portion, if you'd like an evaluation of your driving or your employees' driving. Ask for it when you book. It's $59.99, or $49.99 per person at the group rate.
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Call to book
Every defensive driving program is booked by phone. Tell us which program and how many people, and we'll set a date that works, at our classroom in Sarnia or Wallaceburg, or at your workplace.
Or call or text Jodi (519) 381-4250 By appointment only · info@journeysdrivingacademy.com
