In Canada, it is a must that you attend driving school in order to get a better deal on your insurance. There are many schools and each of them charge you different prices, therefore, shopping around for the best deal is always good. All schools offer the same curriculum - 25 hours in class training and 10 hours of in car training. The difference is in the delivery of instruction and what they teach you.
Defensive driving is the key to good driving in Canada. The schools have a mandate from the MTO to teach defensive driving. By this, it doesn't mean that you drive on the back foot (cricket terminology) or with fear, it means that you drive in order to defend yourself from another rash driver. This is done by keeping safe distances, constantly watching your mirrors, anticipating possible danger, being able to stop at a safe distance, giving right of way to those that deserve it and enjoying the overall experience.
Canada has a lot of drivers, largely due to the wide open spaces and the poor public transit systems. Therefore, defensive driving saves your life as well as those of others. As you spend time in class, you receive valuable tips that prepare you for the road test as well enhances your knowledge on the hazards that may come your way.
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