Employment guide

Ontario driver abstracts for employment

Applying for a job that involves driving? An employer may request a recent driver abstract to review your licence status and selected driving-record information.

Why employers request a driver abstract

Driving can be a central job duty or an occasional responsibility. Employers may use a driver abstract when assessing roles involving a company vehicle, deliveries, transporting clients, field visits, commercial operations or regular travel.

What an employer may review

The 3-year record can include current licence status and class, restrictions, demerit points, and selected convictions, suspensions and reinstatements from the previous three years. It gives a recent snapshot rather than a complete lifetime history.

For a detailed list, see what shows on an Ontario driver abstract.

Before sending your PDF

  • Use the exact name and licence number shown on your licence.
  • Check that the employer asked for a 3-year driver abstract.
  • Keep the original PDF rather than editing or converting it.
  • Send it only to the intended hiring contact or secure application portal.

Get the record without slowing down your application

My Drivers Abstract provides the uncertified 3-year Ontario driver record for $19.99 CAD. Complete the form in about a minute and receive the PDF by email, typically within minutes.