🟢 MTO Approved · Beginner Driver Education

MTO Approved Driving
Lessons for New Driver
In Oshawa

Learn to drive with certified, patient instructors right here in Oshawa. Sunny Safeway Driving School’s MTO-approved Beginner Driver Education (BDE) program gets you G2-ready in just 8 months — saving you a full 4 months of wait time compared to learning on your own. Whether you’re a first-time driver, a new immigrant, or a student at Durham College or Ontario Tech University, our experienced instructors come to your neighbourhood in Oshawa — no commuting required.

Students Trained
5000 +
Saved on Wait Time
4 mo
Google Rating
5 ★★★★★

Oshawa's Trusted Driving School for Beginner & Experienced Drivers

Sunny Safeway Driving School is proud to serve Oshawa and surrounding Durham Region communities with professional driving instruction and MTO-approved driver education. Our instructors understand that every student learns differently. That’s why we create personalized lesson plans that focus on individual strengths, challenges, and driving goals.

Whether you’re a teenager beginning your driving journey, a newcomer to Ontario, or an experienced driver preparing for a road test, our team provides supportive guidance that helps you become a safer and more confident driver.

Why Oshawa Drivers Choose Sunny Safeway

Oshawa is one of Durham Region’s largest and busiest cities — from the intersections of King and Simcoe to the residential streets of Pinecrest, Kedron, and Samac. Learning to drive here means getting comfortable with a variety of road types, traffic patterns, and conditions. Our instructors know Oshawa’s roads inside and out, and they’ll train you on the exact routes and intersections you’ll face on test day at the Oshawa DriveTest Centre on Champlain Avenue.

Pick Your Course Package

All packages include MTO-approved BDE and reduce your G2 wait from 12 months to just 8.

Ajax · Oshawa · Whitby · Pickering

Gold Package (G2)

$659 incl. $40 cert + HST
✦ Start with just $259 deposit

G2 · G Drivers

Private Driving Lessons
$50 /hour
✦ Start Now & Pay as you go

G1 Driving test

G1 Practice Tests

$49
✦ Pay per lesson · No commitment

or call (647) 865-4786

Why Oshawa Drivers Trust Sunny Safeway

01

Certified Instructors Who Know Oshawa

Our instructors are fully certified and experienced in Oshawa’s traffic conditions, road layouts, and DriveTest Centre evaluation routes. Patient, professional, and focused on building your real-world skills — not just test-day tricks.

02

We Come to You

No need to travel to a school location. We pick you up from your home, school, or workplace anywhere in Oshawa — from the North end near Kedron and Samac to the South end near Lakeview and the lakefront.

03

Customized Lesson Plans

Every student learns differently. We build your lesson plan around your skill level, comfort, and schedule — whether you’ve never touched a steering wheel or just need a few hours of refresher training.

04

Flexible Scheduling

Evenings, weekends, weekdays — we work around your schedule, not the other way around.

05

Proven Results

More than 5,000 students trained across Durham Region. Our students consistently pass on their first attempt thanks to focused, road-test-specific preparation.

Areas We Serve in Oshawa

Our instructors come to you, making lessons convenient and accessible throughout Oshawa.

North Oshawa

Eastdale

Taunton

Windfields

South Oshawa

Donevan

Kedron

Samac

Lakeview

McLaughlin

Central Oshawa

Vanier

How to Get Your Driver's License
in Ontario

A clear, step-by-step guide for teens & new immigrants

🏫 Guided by Sunny Safeway Driving School
1 📋

Check Eligibility

  • Be 16 years or older
  • Valid government ID
  • Pass a vision test
2 📖

Study for the G1 Test

  • Read the official Driver's Handbook
  • Practice online mock tests
  • Know road signs & rules
3 🏢

Take the G1 Test

  • At a DriveTest Centre
  • Vision & written test
Fee: ~$158
4 🚫

G1 License Restrictions

  • No driving alone
  • No highway driving
  • No driving after midnight
5 🚗

Practice Driving

  • Hold G1 for 8–12 months
  • Log supervised hours
  • Book in-car lessons
Hold G1: 8–12 Months
6

Pass the G2 Road Test

  • Book at a DriveTest Centre
  • Practical driving evaluation
  • Get your G2 License!
7 🛣️

Gain G2 Experience

  • Hold G2 for 12+ months
  • Drive on highways
  • Build confident habits
Hold G2: 12+ Months
8 🏆

Take the Full G Test

  • Highway driving included
  • Pass to get Full G License
  • Full driving privileges!
⚡ Fast-Track Option
New immigrants with driving experience? You may be able to skip straight to the G2 or G road test — saving months of waiting. Ask us about your eligibility.
Ask Us →

Ready to start your journey? Sunny Safeway has helped thousands of students pass on their first try.

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Frequently Asked Questions
Oshawa Driving School

Yes. We are a fully certified MTO-approved Beginner Driver Education (BDE) provider. Students in Oshawa who complete our program qualify for the G2 road test in just 8 months instead of 12.

Absolutely. We serve all Oshawa neighbourhoods including Pinecrest, Kedron, Samac, McLaughlin, Lakeview, Eastdale, Vanier, Farewell, and more. Just let us know your address when booking.

Yes — our Gold Package includes use of the instructor’s vehicle for your G2 road test at the Oshawa DriveTest Centre on Champlain Avenue. This is especially helpful if you don’t have access to a car on test day.

Both include the full BDE online course and 10 hours of in-car lessons. The Gold Package adds the use of our instructor’s car for your road test at the Oshawa DriveTest Centre — a major advantage for students without a vehicle.

Yes. Private lessons in Oshawa are available at $50/hour with no commitment. Ideal for G2 drivers preparing for the G test, or anyone who wants a skill refresh.

With our MTO-approved BDE course, you can book your G2 road test after 8 months of holding your G1 — 4 months sooner than without a certified BDE program.

You can get started with as little as a $149 deposit for the Silver Package. The remaining balance is paid in easy installments — we keep it flexible for you.

Yes. We offer flexible scheduling, including evenings and weekends, so students can book lessons around work, school, or other commitments.

Yes. We understand that driving school is an investment, so we offer flexible payment options. Contact us to discuss what works best for you.

The online portion of the BDE course (20 hours) can be completed at your own pace. In-car lessons (10 hours) are scheduled flexibly, allowing most students to complete the program according to their availability and learning speed.