Tahltan Nation Development Corporation is partnering with the Tahltan Central Government, the Province of British Columbia and Industry to create the Tahltan Nation Heavy Equipment Operator Training Program (HEO).

IMPORTANT DATES


February 1st Driver’s License Application – see details below

February 13th HEO Deadline for Application

March 16th to 23rd Camp Life Orientation program at Red Chris Mine

March 30th to April 13th Heavy Equipment Operator Course - Rotation #1

April 27th to May 11th Heavy Equipment Operator Course - Rotation #2

May 12th Community Celebration (Dease Lake)

HEO PROGRAM
APPLICATION REQUIRMENTS

Before you are eligible for the Heavy Equipment Operator Program, you need to have your Class 5 driver’s licenses.

The Tahltan Drivers Licence Training Program can help you obtain these licences with DL Pro Driving School.

Yes. I have my class 5 driver’s license.

No. I do not have my
class 5 driver’s license.

Call Contact North BC (250) 771-3077 to get more information on how they can help you.

I want to get my class 4 driver’s license.

Call Contact North BC (250) 771-3077 to get more information on how they can help you.

GRADUATED LICENSING

What are the Differences?

A Class 5 or Class 7 Driver's Licence allows you to drive

  • Cars, vans, trucks, construction, utility vehicles (2 axles maximum) and motorhomes (may exceed 2 axles)

  • Tow trailers or vehicles up to 4,600kg

  • Ride a limited speed motorcycle or an all-terrain vehicle (ATV)

  • Ride 3-wheeled vehicles but does not include 3-wheeled motorcycles (trikes) or motorcycle/sidecar combinations

The Class 5 & 7 Driver’s Licence Training Program includes

  • 4 evenings of in classroom training (Mon. to Thur. from 6:30pm – 8:30pm) or 3 full days of training (Fri. to Sun. from 9:00am – 4:00pm) to support passing the written test

  • Support from Contact North BC to assist with paperwork/ identification required to write the learners test

  • In-vehicle training with DL Pro Driving School

  • Support from DL Pro Driving School to get a road test booked April 19th & 20th in Dease Lake

Funding is available to cover the costs of the training, the learners exam & the road test.

Dates

Training will start in February (specific dates to be determined)

Eligibility requirements

  • Tahltan or Tahltan associates residing in Territory

  • Completed application must be received by Feb 1st, 2023

How to Apply

Click to download the form below; or, Pick up & complete your training program application at the Contact North BC office(s) in Dease Lake, Iskut & Telegraph Creek.

A Class 4 Drivers’ License allows you to drive

  • Taxi or limousine

  • Ride hailing service

  • Bus under 25 passengers

  • Ambulance

The Class 4 Driver’s Licence Training Program includes

  • 4 evenings of online training
    (Mon. to Thur. from 6:30pm – 8:30pm)

  • Support from Contact North BC to assist with paperwork required to write the class 4 learners test

  • Support from TCG Tourism Department to use the passenger van in preparation for the road test for
    those in Tahltan Territory

  • Support from Contact North BC to get a road test booked Apr. 19th & 20th for those in Tahltan Territory

Funding is available to cover the costs of the training, the learners exam & the road test.

Dates

The training will run from February 6th to 9th (online)

Eligibility Requirements

  • Tahltan or Tahltan associates living in or outside of Territory

  • 19 years of age or older

  • Class 5 drivers licence for at least 3 years

  • Less than 4 penalty points in the last 2 years

  • No driving related criminal convictions within
    the past three years

  • Must be available to attend all 4 evenings
    (Feb. 6th to 9th from 6:30pm – 8:30pm)

  • Completed application must be received by Feb 1st, 2023

How to Apply

Click to download the form below; or, Pick up & complete your training program application at the Contact North BC office(s) in Dease Lake, Iskut & Telegraph Creek.