- Ontario Commercial Licence Guide
AZ Licence Requirements in Ontario
Interested in becoming a professional truck driver? To obtain an Ontario Class A (AZ) commercial driver’s licence, applicants must meet specific eligibility, medical, testing, and training requirements.
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Basic Eligibility & Medical Requirements
Age Requirement
You must be at least 18 years old to apply for an Ontario Class A licence.
Drivers generally must be at least 21 years old to operate a commercial vehicle across the border into the United States.
Valid Ontario Licence
Applicants must hold a valid Ontario Class G driver’s licence before applying for a Class A licence.
Medical Report
Submit required Ministry of Transportation (MTO) medical report completed by a qualified medical professional. Commercial drivers must meet applicable medical, vision, and hearing standards.
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Testing & Training Requirements
Knowledge Test
Applicants must successfully complete the required Class A knowledge test. Drivers seeking an air brake endorsement must also meet the requirements for the Z (Air Brake) endorsement.
- Mandatory
103.5-Hour MELT Program
New Class A applicants who are subject to Ontario’s MELT requirements must successfully complete the required 103.5-hour Mandatory Entry-Level Training (MELT) program through an approved training provider before attempting the Class A road test.
At Allpro Truck Training Academy Inc., we provide the complete 103.5-hour MELT program including classroom, yard, and in-cab instruction.
Class A Road Test & Transmission Types
After completing the required training and other eligibility requirements, students must successfully complete the applicable Class A road test, including the required vehicle inspection and driving components.
| Note: The type of transmission used for the road test may affect the conditions or restrictions placed on your driver’s licence.
Ready to check your eligibility?
Our team can guide you step-by-step through obtaining your medical form, studying for the knowledge test, and scheduling your 103.5-hour MELT course.