Hi all,
Just wondering if anyone could help me regarding the Irish drivers licence can I drive in Alberta when I land on a full licence.what's the difference between a g1 and a g2? Hope someone can help ..

Hi

1. G1 and G2 is for Ontario
2. The Irish license is not reciprocal so here is the information that you will require for Alberta. http://www.servicealberta.ca/1671.cfm#all_other_JM

The Reciprocal Licensing Agreement signed with the United Kingdom (UK) includes England, Scotland and Wales. Clients surrendering a driver’s licence from Northern Ireland or the Republic of Ireland must complete full testing.

Although they don't necessarily have to start from scratch:

http://www.servicealberta.ca/1671.cfm#all_other_JM

All Other Countries
A person coming to Alberta from outside Canada may apply to have their previous driving history credited to their Alberta driving record. A successful application will grant exemption from the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program and allow for Class 5 road testing without being required to hold a Class 7 driver's licence for one year.

Does getting an international licence, buy the op some time?
I know you have to take it eventually, but its like anything, if you have time to get used to the place, and become more confident, is that a benefit?
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If the OP is a PR and takes up residence in Alberta, I believe (s)he must obtain an Alberta license within 90 days of taking up residence in Alberta.

If (s)he's a visitor or temporary worker, (s)he needs his/her Irish license and an International Driver's License to be able to drive in Alberta for up to a year.

http://www.servicealberta.ca/1741.cfm