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We offer both full-time & part-time training.
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A/AZ

Operate any tractor-trailer combination.
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D/DZ

Operate a small moving truck, dump truck, fire truck & more!
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Airbrake (Z) Endorsement

Operate air brake equipped motor vehicles.
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AR

Operate smaller truck-trailer combinations.
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F

Operate small bus or ambulance.
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Heavy G

Operate larger size G vehicles with confidence.

Other Training Options

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Instructor Courses

Certified BDIC/BCIC and Fleet Instructor Course.
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Fleet Driver Training

Custom driver training options for your fleet.

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Looking for a Career in Commercial Driving?

You found the right truck driving school to start! KnowledgeSurge Institute is a Registered Private Career College, providing you with high-quality, advanced driver training. Our job isn’t done until you’re employed and on the road applying the skills you learned during your time with us. We offer programs for all types of careers in the transportation industry, including commercial trucking (Class A or Class D), EMS (Class F), airbrakes (Z Endorsement) and even instructor certification programs (BDIC/BCIC/FDIC). Commercial driving is a highly in demand career and in most cases, our students get hired well before they’ve even finished their driver training. Let us get you on the road to success!

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Why Choose KnowledgeSurge?

Training Toolbox

Interactive Simulation & Classroom Training

Private In-Cab Lessons

Guaranteed One-on-One in-yard & in-cab Experience

Student Benefits

Flexible Training Schedules, weekly road test options, and Lifetime Career Support

Financing Assistance

We offer financing options like grants, employer programs & affordable loans.

What Makes Us Different
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The 6 Steps to Getting Your Commercial Licence

1

Medical Certificate

Provide a completed MTO Medical form.

2

Theory & Simulation

Learn the basic knowledge in an interactive classroom experience.

3

Pass the Written Test

Apply your knowledge to successfully pass the MTO Knowledge Test.

4

Yard Work & In-Cab

One-on-one practical application in-yard & in-cab, including backing, pre-trip and on road commercial driving.

5

Pass your Road Test

Apply your experience to successfully pass the MTO Road Test.

6

Career Assistance

From writing your resume to matching you with one of our partners, we are here to support you in your career journey.

Going in with no experience what so ever drivewise and there great instructors made sure I was ready for my final test. I’d highly recommend anyone who wants to get there AZ license to try out this school. And Greg was the best instructor a little rough around the edges but he will make sure you are where you need to be when test time comes. Thanks for everything!

T M

I want to thank my skilled and highly-personable instructors Dave S., Greg, Jim, Lynn, and Dave T. for enriching our time together with their deep knowledge, expertise, and vibrant personalities, Don for his words of encouragement before my final DriveTest (when I needed it most), and a special thanks to Rhiannon, the commercial vehicle programs manager, for having my back and going the extra mile for me every- single- time.

J O'Sullivan

Knowledge Surge Institute in Barrie is a first class commercial driving school. All the instructors are very knowledgeable and experienced and the support staff are second to none. I have really enjoyed my experience getting my AZ license with you and would recommend anyone thinking of doing a commercial drivers licence to choose Knowledge surge without hesitation. All the best.

Jean Comeau

I just wanted to say thank you to all the staff at KnowledgeSurge Inst!
Recently took the DZ course with them, and I will say going into it I was NOT confident what so ever about the test and being able to pass it. I got the best training possible they just went above and beyond to make sure I understood. Huge shoutout to Dave T, Don, Jim and Dave S. Super great group of guys who know what they are doing and do it well!

Keaton

Thanks to all the amazing staff at Knowledge Surge I was able to get my AZ license. The staff were knowledgeable and supportive every step of the way. I would highly recommend Knowledge Surge Institute to anyone interested in getting their commercial drivers license.

Lisa Winter

A huge THANK YOU to all the staff at Knowledge Surge, The Dave's Jim and Don are fantastic in cab instructors. And the support from Sam and Brooke can only be described as award winning. I could go on and on about my experience obtaining my CDL but I couldn't have done it without you guys. What a great experience

Chris Lawrence

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