How to Get Your Limousine Licence in Toronto

If you want to drive a limousine in Toronto, you’ll need a Vehicle-for-Hire Driver Licence issued by the City of Toronto. This licence verifies that you’ve met the City’s training requirements and are qualified to transport passengers safely and professionally.

In this post, we’ll walk you through the steps to become a licensed limousine driver in Toronto.

Step 1: Take a City-Approved Training Course

Before you can apply for a licence, you’ll need to complete a City-approved driver training course. This training is mandatory for anyone who wants to drive a taxicab, limousine, or ride share vehicle in Toronto.

Throughout the course, you’ll learn essential topics including:

• Safely transporting passengers
• Managing the challenges of city driving
• Providing service to passengers with disabilities or accessibility needs
• Preventing racism and discrimination
• Laws and regulations that govern vehicle-for-hire drivers

The course can be completed online at your own pace and typically takes a few hours. Once you pass the final multiple-choice assessment, you’ll receive a certificate of completion, which you’ll need to submit with your licence application.

Step 2: Apply Through the City of Toronto

Once you’ve finished your training, you can fill out an online application through the City of Toronto website.

You’ll need to provide some personal information and upload the following:

• Driver Training Certificate of Completion: Received after completing the driver training in Step 1.
• Two Pieces of Government-Issued ID: One piece must prove your eligibility to work in Canada, such as a passport, birth certificate, or work permit. One piece must include a photo. Health cards are not accepted.
• Criminal Record and Judicial Matters Check: Issued by a Canadian police service within the last 280 days. More information is available here.
• Driver’s Licence: A valid Ontario Class G (or higher) with at least three years of driving experience.
• Photo: A clear, passport-style photo for your licence record.

There’s also a $224.78 fee to submit your application.

If you need help completing the online application, the City offers a step-by-step guide.

Once your application is approved, the City will issue your vehicle-for-hire license, and you’ll be eligible to work with an approved limousine brokerage in Toronto.

Final Thoughts

Getting your Vehicle-for-Hire Driver License in Toronto really comes down to two steps: complete your city-approved training and apply through the City of Toronto. Once approved, you’ll be licensed to drive passengers across the GTA.