your licence 9 This chapter explains how to get your B.C. driver’s licence. It  also explains the penalties if you break the driving rules and  regulations. Read this chapter to learn about the responsibilities  involved in getting and keeping your licence.  To learn to drive, you’ll need someone to teach you and  supervise your driving practice.  This is why one of the restrictions on a learner’s licence, as you’ll  find later in this chapter, is the requirement to have a qualified  supervisor in the vehicle with you.  You need to choose a supervisor who will be serious about  helping you become a skilled, safe driver.  Here are some things to consider when choosing your  supervisor:  Learning to drive  in this chapter Choosing your supervisor  Professional training  Professional training can help you learn faster and avoid  developing bad driving habits.  You’ll find information to help you choose a driving school later  in this chapter.  • Is this person a  skilled ,  experienced driver ? Your supervisor  must have a valid Class 5 licence and meet supervisor age  requirements shown later in this chapter.  • Is this person ready to commit the  time  needed to practise?  • Will this person  provide a good example of safe driving? Can he or she be relied on not to drive while impaired by  alcohol or drugs, speed or take other risks on the road?  • Is this person able to  get information and ideas across  clearly?  • Does he or she have the  patience  to guide you effectively? • Being a life-long  learner  • Driving in other  locations  • Responsibilities  and penalties  • Summary of  licence classes  • Keeping your  licence up-to-date • Enhanced driver’s  licence  • Re-examinations  • New B.C. residents  • Choosing a driving  school  • Taking a road test  • Getting your Class  5 licence  • Getting  your novice licence (Class 7)  • Getting your  learner’s licence  (Class 7L)  • The Graduated  Licensing Program  • Learning to drive  135