Manitoba Driver's Handbook Overview

Establishing Identity

• Necessary for applying for a Manitoba driver's licence or ID
• Protects against identity theft
• Requires proof of birth date, legal name, photograph, Manitoba residence, and entitlement to be in Canada

The Class Licence System

• Class licences range from 1 to 6
• Class 1: Semi-trailer trucks
• Class 2: Buses over 24 passengers
• Class 3: Trucks with more than two axles
• Class 4: Ambulances and smaller buses
• Class 5: Passenger cars, basic licence
• Class 6: Motorcycles

Basic Class 5 Licensing Requirements

• Mandatory testing for first-time applicants or those without recent Manitoba licences
• Includes knowledge, vision, and road tests

Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) Program

• Three stages: Learner, Intermediate, and Full
• Restrictions vary by stage
• Minimum age and testing requirements

Test Appointments

• Schedule through Autopac agents
• Tests available in multiple languages
• Costs: Knowledge test $10, Road test costs vary by class

Safe and Legal Driving Practices

Signs and Signals

• Various shapes and colors indicate different road rules
• Includes stop, yield, and regulatory signs

Starting, Lane Changing, and Turning

• Proper hand positions, use of signals
• Avoiding blind spots

Parking

• Techniques for parallel, angle, and hill parking

Driving in Poor Conditions

• Adjust speed for ice, snow, or reduced visibility
• Use daytime headlights

Emergency Situations

• Procedures for blowouts, skids, and vehicle fires

Impaired and Unsafe Driving

• Alcohol and drug restrictions
• Immediate roadside prohibitions

Driver Safety Rating and Programs

• Driver position on safety rating scale affects insurance premiums
• Programs available for mature drivers and parking permits for people with disabilities

Environmental Impact

• Proper vehicle maintenance reduces emissions
• Encourages fuel-efficient driving techniques

Additional Information

• Organ donation registration
• Reporting collisions and claims
• Importance of knowing metric conversions

Conclusion

• Manitoba handbook is a comprehensive guide for safe driving and legal compliance
• Regular updates available online