Drivers who have not successfully completed at least one class 1 written test prior to April 1, 2024, will be required to complete MELT.
Class 1 – RX 10 Not valid for tractor trailer
Drivers who have successfully completed at least one written test prior to April 1, 2024, will have 6 months from the time they complete their written test to complete a road test . You will have two attempts to complete these tests. If you are not successful, you must complete MELT program.
A driver who obtained a Class 1 licence in a MELT jurisdiction will be eligible to receive a Class 1 licence in New Brunswick, subject to meeting residency and other existing requirements.
Drivers with a Class 1 driver’s licence for more than 24 months
If you have held a Class 1 driver’s licence from another Canadian/U.S. jurisdiction for more than 24 months, you are not required to take New Brunswick’s MELT program.
Drivers with a Class 1 driver’s licence for 12 to 24 months
If you have held a Class 1 driver’s licence from another Canadian/U.S. jurisdiction for 12 to 24 months, you can choose to:
Drivers with a Class 1 driver’s licence for less than 12 months
If you have held your Class 1 driver’s licence from another Canadian/U.S. jurisdiction for less than 12 months, you must complete MELT Program prior to taking the class 1 knowledge and road tests.
Former Class 1 licence holder:
Non-residents from other countries who have held Class 1 licence for more than 24 months can choose to:
Non-residents from other countries who have held Class 1 licence for less than 24 months must complete MELT.
Non-residents from other countries must take a full driver licence examination which includes a vision test, a written examination, and a road test for their class 5 licence prior to testing for their class 1. Clients will be required to provide proof of how long they have held a class 1 licence in their country.
Non-residents from other countries who have held Class 1 licence for more than 24 months can choose to:
Non-residents from other countries who have held Class 1 licence for less than 24 months must complete MELT.
Individuals are encouraged to contact any institution of their choice from the list below. The following institutions have had their curriculum approved by the Government of New Brunswick
Versatile Training Solutions
Trans Canada College
Atlantic Transport Training Centres
CCNB Bathurst
CCNB Grand Falls
CCNB Edmundston
Mandatory entry-level training will include at least 112 hours of standardized training that covers the essential knowledge and skills needed to safely operate a large truck. Training will include:
It will be the responsibility of the applicant to pay for their MELT training. We encourage all students to reach out to the school of their choice to see what resources may be available to them.