Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Your Trusted Driving School in Victoria, BC
At DriveWise BC, we have dedicated ourselves to delivering exceptional driver education across British Columbia since 1975. Our mission is to equip students with the skills and confidence necessary for safe, responsible driving. With 50 years of experience, our team of certified instructors provides personalized support tailored to individual learning needs. We offer a comprehensive range of programs, including beginner lessons, advanced training, senior driver courses, and specialized instruction for new Canadian drivers. Our modern fleet of vehicles features the latest safety technologies, ensuring a secure learning environment. Recognized for excellence, we trained over 4,000 volunteer drivers for the 2010 Winter Olympics and maintain ICBC approval for all our programs.Our leadership team, including owner Kate Harris and founder Arthur Harris, continues to innovate while upholding our core values of safety, integrity, and expertise. We serve multiple locations across British Columbia, including Victoria, Langford/Westshore, Nanaimo, and Kelowna. Our commitment to quality education has earned us consistent positive feedback from students who praise our instructors' professionalism and the effectiveness of our training methods. Through both in-person and online options, we make driver education accessible and adaptable to diverse schedules. Our focus remains on producing confident, skilled drivers who contribute to safer roads throughout the province.
Services
Driving Lessons
Road Test Prep
Senior Driver Courses
New Driver Training
Motorcycle Training
Safe Driving Courses
New To Canada Programs
Free Workshops
In-Car Lessons
Online Theory
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We have 50 years of experience shaping responsible drivers in British Columbia
- Our team includes certified instructors with decades of specialized training expertise
- We offer comprehensive programs for all skill levels including ICBC-approved curricula
- Our modern fleet features vehicles with the latest safety technology features
- We maintain a proven track record of successful road test preparation
Associations and certifications
- ICBC-approved
What people say
Great program!
Highly recommend
Confidence on the road
Excellent instructors
Well set up
Services
Driving Lessons
Our driving lessons provide personalized instruction for all skill levels. Certified instructors use modern vehicles with advanced safety features to teach essential driving techniques. Students learn vehicle control, traffic rules, parking skills, and hazard perception in real-world driving conditions.
Road Test Prep
Specialized road test preparation includes simulated ICBC evaluations and targeted skill development. Our instructors provide feedback on driving techniques, test strategies, and confidence-building exercises to help students pass their licensing exams on the first attempt.
Senior Driver Courses
Senior driver programs focus on maintaining driving skills and adapting to changing abilities. Courses include vehicle control exercises, defensive driving techniques, and specialized training for complex traffic situations to ensure continued safe driving.
New To Canada Programs
Designed for new Canadian residents, these programs cover BC-specific road rules and driving conditions. Instructors provide cultural context and practical experience to help international drivers adapt to Canadian driving standards and licensing requirements.
Motorcycle Training
Coming in 2025, our motorcycle training will offer certified instruction for all skill levels. Programs will include MST preparation, highway riding, and road test readiness using modern training motorcycles with ABS technology.
People
Kate Harris
Owner
Leading DriveWise BC with a focus on innovation and safety, Kate Harris continues the family legacy of excellence in driver education while implementing modern teaching methods and technology.
Arthur Harris
Founder
As founder of DriveWise BC, Arthur Harris established the school's commitment to lifelong safe driving and innovative training methods that continue to shape our programs today.
Questions
What driver training programs does DriveWise BC offer?
We provide comprehensive programs for new drivers, road test preparation, senior driver courses, motorcycle training (coming 2025), and specialized instruction for new Canadian residents.
Are DriveWise BC's programs ICBC-approved?
Yes, all our driver education courses meet ICBC requirements, ensuring students receive proper training for British Columbia licensing standards.
How can I choose the right driving course?
Our team helps select appropriate programs based on experience level, including beginner lessons, advanced training, and specialized courses for specific needs.
Do you offer training in multiple locations?
We operate in Victoria, Langford/Westshore, Nanaimo, Kelowna, and Duncan, with partner schools throughout British Columbia providing accessible training options.
What makes DriveWise BC instructors qualified?
Our certified instructors have decades of combined experience and undergo ongoing training to maintain the highest standards of driver education.
Reviews (6)
Kathy Bell
Jan 03, 2022
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My daughter had given up learning to drive but agreed to try a lesson with Shane. He was amazing - put her at ease, boosted her confidence and got her back in the drivers seat. She got her N today and I can honestly say Shane was a huge part of that.
Clint Smith
Jan 01, 2022
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I'm more than half way through the overall course and am very satisfied. The class instructor was very helpful in answering any question I had. The simulated driving was a great way to get used to driving before I started the physical driving lessons. The driving lesson instructor has been going above and beyond to not only teach me basic driving skills but to also prepare me for when I will start driving for the moving company that I'm presently a swamper for. The administration were extremely helpful in scheduling driving lessons that fit my very busy 6 day a week work schedule and booking me
Aidan Grant
Dec 14, 2021
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Great experience with Duncan as my instructor. I had a lesson 2 days before my N test(which I passed!), and we went over what to expect during the test. Very good explaining and communication, and easy to talk to. Thank You, Aidan :)
Jaime Claydon
Dec 09, 2021
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Positive:Communication,Professionalism
All around AMAZING experience. Ken made sure I was ready and confident going into my road test. I have never met such a careing driving instructor. Ken cares about every one of his students and will except nothing more than a pass. Nothing but positive things to say about my experience.
All around AMAZING experience. Ken made sure I was ready and confident going into my road test. I have never met such a careing driving instructor. Ken cares about every one of his students and will except nothing more than a pass. Nothing but positive things to say about my experience.
Monika Schultz
Oct 18, 2021
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Andrew was an excellent instructor for my son, Hayden. He was patient and had a calm manner. My son also really enjoyed his sense of humour. I'll be requesting Andrew in 2 years time when it's my daughters turn. Hayden passed his N on his first try! I would definitely recommend Andrew as well has having the 'warm up' lesson the hour before taking the actual N test. Thank you DriveWise BC!
Shelley McDonald
Oct 16, 2021
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I would highly recommend Drivewise for ALL new drivers, not just young adults. My 2 instructors were Jen for in class and Kevin for in car!! They are amazing instructors. The knowledge, patience they show and have makes the learning to drive less stressful (well kind of ). In all seriousness though, I definitely recommend Drivewise, and I did my research before choosing. This company I cannot Rave enough about!! This is the #1 company in my eyes. Thank you so much Jen and Kevin
Shelley McDonald
Shelley McDonald