Assiniboine College and Manitoba Public Insurance (MPI) have partnered to improve access to driver training in Manitoba. The college will offer a new driver education program for adults (18+), with initial intakes beginning on November 25 in Brandon and on January 6 in Killarney. The college and MPI are working to confirm future intakes for the program in other rural communities.
"Through this collaboration, we're making driver education more accessible for Manitobans while promoting road safety," said Rennen Rommelaere, Coordinator, Community Programs at Assiniboine. "We are excited to help individuals in communities across the province gain the skills and confidence they need to succeed as drivers."
The program is designed to equip participants with the necessary skills and knowledge to become confident and responsible drivers. It combines 16 hours of in-class theory with 4 hours of practical, in-car training using one of our driver training vehicles. The curriculum includes everything from road test preparation to mastering parallel parking, ensuring students are well-prepared for safely and confidently driving on Manitoba's roads.
"Improving road safety for everyone is a key part of MPI's mandate," said Satvir Jatana, MPI's President & CEO. "We are proud to increase our support for these programs across the province to ensure more new drivers have access to quality training, including experience making the right decisions behind the wheel and creating a foundation of responsible driving habits."
The Assiniboine College Class 5 Adult Driver Training Program will enhance road safety and support workforce development by providing affordable, accessible training in communities throughout the region.
"This partnership is so important when it comes to improving access to driver education for communities in Westman," said Justice Minister, Matt Wiebe. "We are proud to see MPI and Assiniboine collaborating to ensure that those wishing to pursue driver training have more opportunities, prioritizing the needs of Manitobans and safety on our roads."
New locations will be added to the college website as they are confirmed. To receive updates about confirmed locations, visit Assiniboine.net/MPI and sign up for the interest list.
Applications for the Brandon and Killarney programs are now open. For more information and to apply, visit assiniboine.net/MPI.
