Interactive video

This interactive video explains driving in northern rural and remote locations and the hazards compared to driving in urban area. It will show you how to prepare and what you can do to keep yourself and others safe. It covers driving on northern roads and the safety risks, remote and rural risks, weather considerations, risk factors, all season hazards, trip planning and consequences for non-compliance.

The videos are for reference only. They do not replace any required education and assessment. If you are applying for a new CVOR certificate, you will need to complete formal online training as part of the process. After applying, you will get a link to the training.

Use the video control to adjust the settings. Click “NEXT” to continue after each section finishes.

This video is best viewed on a computer rather than a mobile phone. The small screen may limit your experience. Please use the following link outside of Ontario.ca. Interactive video 17: Northern rural and remote driving

Topics covered:

  • northern highway driving
    • commercial carrier market
    • responsibility as a professional driver
    • northern rural and remote driving
      • common factors in northern rural and remote driving
    • impact on safety
  • driving in northern, remote & rural environments
    • driving environment
    • why risks may have more significant outcomes
    • factors affecting driving
    • risks you can control
    • things you can control
  • seasonal hazards
    • all-season driving
    • summer driving
    • winter driving
    • winter driving preparation
  • planning your trip
    • why plan your trip
    • how to plan your trip
  • consequences
    • charges
    • carrier’s CVOR