NEWS RELEASE
GOVERNMENT OF ONTARIO
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FLAMBOROUGH-GLANBROOK — The Ontario government is making it simpler for seniors aged 80 and over to safely stay behind the wheel by introducing a more convenient process for renewing their drivers’ licences.
Starting Feb. 3, 2025, drivers in this age group will be able to complete mandatory vision and cognitive screening assessments and renew their drivers’ licences in a single visit at the following Hamilton-area ServiceOntario locations:
- 163 Centennial Parkway North, Hamilton
- Unit 11, 1400 Upper James Street, Hamilton
- Unit 101, 17 King Street East, Dundas
Previously, drivers aged 80 and over had to visit a separate location to complete their vision and cognitive screening assessments and then proceed to ServiceOntario to renew their drivers’ licences. With this new approach, seniors will now be sent a renewal notice by mail approximately 90 days before their licence expires, with instructions to book an appointment online or by phone. At their scheduled visit, they can complete the necessary assessments and, if eligible, renew their drivers’ licence on the spot at their local ServiceOntario centre.
“We are making services for seniors in Hamilton more accessible,” said Donna Skelly, MPP for Flamborough-Glanbrook. “Seniors can now make one convenient visit to a ServiceOntario in their community to complete their drivers’ licences testing and renewal requirements. Our government will continue to improve the customer experience while delivering the services Ontarians rely on.”
“Ontario’s seniors deserve a convenient and accessible way to renew their drivers’ licences, ensuring they can stay connected to their communities,” said Todd McCarthy, Minister of Public and Business Service Delivery and Procurement. “Reaffirming Ontario's commitment to enhancing customer service and supporting the needs of seniors, this new streamlined process eliminates the need for seniors to visit multiple locations, cutting wait times, expanding access to essential services, and creating a more inclusive and efficient system across the province.”
By the end of March 2025, this service will be available at all ServiceOntario locations across the province.
Quotes:
“From eliminating costs for licence plate renewals, freezing fees for testing, and banning road tolls, our government is helping Ontario drivers keep more of their hard-earned money. Today’s change complements our historic investment in new roads, bridges and highways as another way we’re working to make life more convenient for seniors and all drivers.”
- Prabmeet Sarkaria, Minister of Transportation
"Seniors will face one less barrier when renewing their drivers’ licences. By making this service more convenient, our government is helping seniors across Ontario stay independent and connected to their communities."
- Raymond Cho, Ontario Minister for Seniors and Accessibility
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