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Driving Lessons

Who should take driving lessons according to the law in effect?

  • Any driver aged 16 or 17 years old.
  • Any user over 18 carrying a passenger in the Federation trails on a quad that has been modified by the addition of an add-on seat.

What are the requirements for young drivers?

  • If the operator is aged 16 or 17, he must hold a certificate obtained from an officer authorized by the Government and that attests that the operator has the competence and knowledge required to operate an off-highway vehicle. To operate an off-highway vehicle on a public highway as provided by law, a person must hold a licence authorizing him under the Highway Safety Code to drive a road vehicle on such a highway, either licence for Moped or Scooter (6D), Tractor (class 8) or Passenger Vehicle (class 5).
  • A learner’s licence abides by the same conditions as it would on public roads, meaning its holder must be accompanied by another quad driver who has held a valid Passenger Vehicle (Class 5) driver’s licence for at least two years.
  • Only a person of full age may carry a passenger on a recreational off-highway vehicle designed to transport a single person, equipped with an add-on seat. (Division IV, section 18.1, Act respecting off-highway vehicles).
  • Drivers aged 16 or 17 may however carry a passenger on a quad bike designed to carry 2 people, as specified by the manufacturer. Be advised: drivers aged 16 or 17 must detain a certificate of competence and one of the three previously mentioned driver’s licence required by the SAAQ.
  • It is also prohibited for drivers under the age of 18 to operate a Side-by-Side recreational off-highway vehicles (Division IV, section 18.1, Act respecting off-highway vehicles).

How much does the driving course cost?

Cost for the off-road vehicle driver’s course is $120 (tax included) per driver.

What is the duration of the course?

The driving course takes place over a period of 4 to 6 hours including theory and practice.

What is the required equipment to take the course?

  • An off-road vehicle conforming with the Act Respecting Off-Highway Vehicles;
  • A safety approved helmet;
  • Gloves;
  • Ankle-high boots or footwear;
  • Eye-protection gear (safety glasses or visor);
  • Clothing covering arms and legs;

The instructor will provide additional information when confirming registration to the course.

Where do the courses take place?

The instructor will confirm the location when confirming registration.

Be advised the instructor must gather a certain number of attendees to confirm that the course will take place as it requires a minimum of participants to complete the required exercises.

What is the waiting period to receive the laminated certificate of competence (official certificate)?

The delay will vary according to the number of courses conducted by the instructors. Moreover, the card issued at the end of the driving course will be acknowledged as attestation until you have received your laminated certificate. Without guarantee, the waiting period is usually around four weeks.

During the course, each attendee will be given two reflective tags (stickers), courtesy of the FQCQ. These tags can be used on the helmet to increase visibility and safety, especially in low lighting. These stickers however do not serve as proof of completion of the course and have no legal significance. Only the certificate of competence (laminated card) constitute proof of a user taking and completing the driving course.

Replacement of the Certificate of Competence

In case of lost or a change of address, you must contact the FQCQ to have another one produced. The $10 fee is payable up front before the certificate can be issued either by money order or credit card.

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