Timmins DriveTest Centre is located at The Porcupine Mall, 4900 Hwy 101 E, Unit 160, P0N 1K0 — northern Ontario's main licensing centre for the Porcupine Gold Rush region. Hwy 101 (Algonquin Blvd) is both the city's main commercial corridor and the highway used for the standard G test; both the G2 and G routes traverse it, with the G extending onto the faster section beyond the city speed limit.
Winter conditions are a significant factor at Timmins — the city averages heavy snowfall and icy roads. If testing in winter, ensure your vehicle is equipped with proper winter tires (mandatory in Ontario) and that you have experience on snow-covered roads before booking. No published pass rates have been found for this centre.
Always verify current hours and availability at https://drivetest.ca before visiting.
Map & Directions
What to Bring
Before visiting Timmins DriveTest Centre, make sure you have the required documents and payment. Requirements vary by test type but typically include two pieces of government-issued ID, proof of Ontario residency, and the test fee. For road tests, bring a roadworthy vehicle with valid plates, registration, and insurance.
Check the official DriveTest Ontario website for the complete and current list of required documents: https://drivetest.ca.
G2 & G Test Route Guide
DriveTest and the MTO do not publish official routes — the maps and steps below reflect roads commonly used near the Timmins centre based on the local road network and test-taker reports. Study aid only.
Exit The Porcupine Mall onto Hwy 101 / Algonquin Blvd — city's main commercial corridor at 50 km/h
Algonquin Blvd to Father Costello Dr — arterial intersection with commercial traffic
Algonquin Blvd / Riverside Dr area — residential streets for parallel park, 3-point turn, stop-sign compliance
Return to 4900 Hwy 101 E
Key Skills to Practise
Algonquin Blvd commercial traffic — wide multi-lane boulevard with frequent signal intersections; hold lane, signal early.
Winter conditions — Timmins winters are demanding; practise on snow-covered roads before your test.
Residential maneuvers — parallel park within 30 cm, deliberate 3-point turn.
Note (late 2025): The G road test is temporarily modified and currently does not include highway driving at this centre. The highway section below describes the standard G test, for when it resumes.
Route Steps (surface roads + highway)
All G2 surface roads above (Algonquin Blvd → Father Costello Dr → Riverside Dr)
Continue east on Hwy 101 beyond city limits where speed increases to 80 km/h
Highway run with lane changes; return via Hwy 101 W
Key Skills to Practise
Hwy 101 highway speed (G only) — accelerate to 80 km/h as city speed zone ends; lighter traffic than 400-series but the technique is identical.
Highway lane changes — signal, mirrors, blind-spot check, maintain speed.
Winter highway driving — black ice is common on Hwy 101 east of Timmins; practise winter highway driving before testing in cold months.
Where do I park at The Porcupine Mall for my Timmins DriveTest? +
The Timmins DriveTest centre is located at 4900 Hwy 101 E, Unit 160 inside The Porcupine Mall. Ample parking is available in the mall lot. Arrive 15 minutes early and follow the signage to Unit 160.
What makes Algonquin Blvd challenging for the G2 test? +
Algonquin Blvd (which doubles as Hwy 101 through Timmins) is a wide multi-lane commercial boulevard with frequent signal-controlled intersections and turning traffic. Practise holding your lane, signalling early for turns, and anticipating cross-traffic — these are the main G2 test challenges in Timmins.
Does the Timmins G test include highway driving on Hwy 101? +
The standard G test at Timmins is expected to extend onto Hwy 101 east of the city where speed limits reach 80 km/h. As of late 2025, highway driving is temporarily suspended from G tests across Ontario — confirm the current format at drivetest.ca before booking.
How do winter conditions affect the Timmins road test? +
Timmins experiences harsh winters with heavy snow and ice. Tests run year-round but conditions on Hwy 101 and local streets can be demanding in winter months. Practise driving on snow-covered roads before your test and ensure your vehicle has proper winter tires — examiners assess your ability to handle actual road conditions.
Independent resource: LicenceReady is not affiliated with DriveTest Ontario or the MTO. Route maps, pass rate estimates, and tips on this page are study aids only — always confirm test details, hours, and requirements at drivetest.ca.
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