Mandatory entry-level training (MELT)

This Canada-wide initiative adopts the training standards consistent with the National Safety Code which will ensure transport truck drivers in New Brunswick receive the same instruction as in other Canadian jurisdictions. 

The program includes at least 112 hours of standardized instruction that covers the essential knowledge and skills needed to safely operate a large truck and will include: 

• classroom training 
• in-yard training 
• standardized practical training 
• airbrake component 

Training programs which meet the new requirements and have an approved curriculum, are available at several institutions across the province.

A driver who obtained a Class 1 licence in a jurisdiction with mandatory entry-level training 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: 

• Pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests. You will have two attempts to complete these tests. If you are not successful, you must complete the MELT program. 
• Complete the MELT Program and take the Class 1 knowledge and road tests. 

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: 

Drivers who have held a Class 1 licence for less than 12 months must complete the MELT program. 

Drivers who have held a Class 1 licence for a minimum of 12 months can challenge the test.

Non-residents from other countries with reciprocity, who have held Class 1 licence for more than 24 months, can choose to:

• pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests. You will have two attempts to complete these tests. If you are not successful, you must complete MELT program
• complete the MELT Program and take the Class 1 knowledge and road tests

Non-residents from other countries with reciprocity, who have held Class 1 licence for less than 24 months must complete the MELT program.

Non-residents from other countries without reciprocity 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 a Class 1 licence for more than 24 months can choose to: 

• pass the Class 1 knowledge and road tests. You will have two attempts to complete these tests. If you are not successful, you must complete the MELT program
• complete the MELT program and take the Class 1 knowledge and road tests

Non-residents from other countries without reciprocity, who have held Class 1 licence for less than 24 months, must complete MELT.

It is the responsibility of the applicant to pay for their training. Students should contact the school of their choice to see what resources may be available for them.

Moncton

Atlantic Transport Training Academy Co. Ltd.  
Phone: 506-854-4049  
Email: [email protected]

Trans-Canada College 
Phone: 506-859-4298  
Email: [email protected]

Sussex

Versatile Training Solutions 
Phone: 506-433-5832  
Email: [email protected]

Bathurst, Grand Falls and Edmundston

Collège communautaire du Nouveau-Brunswick (CCNB) (French only)
Phone: 1-800-376-5353  
Email [email protected]