What Are the Supervision Requirements for Novice Drivers in Ontario?

A G1 driver must always have a qualified supervisor seated in the front passenger seat while driving. The supervisor must hold a valid Ontario Class G licence and have held it for at least 4 years. The supervisor is responsible for ensuring the G1 driver follows all road rules and is legally accountable if unsafe conditions are permitted.

Once you pass the G2 road test, you no longer need a supervisor. G2 drivers are permitted to drive alone at any time of day. The G2 restrictions that remain in place are about the driver's own behaviour (BAC, passenger limits at night) rather than requiring another person in the vehicle.

While G2 drivers can drive without a supervisor, there is a specific restriction for drivers in their first 12 months of holding a G2. During the hours of midnight to 5 a.m., a G2 driver who has held their licence for fewer than 12 months can carry a maximum of one passenger under age 19 (unless a fully licensed driver with 4+ years is present). After 12 months on a G2, this restriction no longer applies.

The supervising driver must hold a valid Ontario G licence that has been held continuously for at least 4 years. This means a G2 driver cannot supervise a G1 driver, even if they are an experienced G2 driver. Out-of-province drivers may also qualify if they hold an equivalent full licence from another Canadian province, but Ontario G is the clearest standard to verify.