Back on Track Program in Ontario: Cost, Timeline and Reinstatement (2026 Guide)

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Back on Track is Ontario’s mandatory remedial measures program for impaired drivers. If you’ve been convicted of impaired driving, or have had certain impaired-driving roadside suspensions, you must complete it before your licence can be reinstated.

Who Has to Take Back on Track?

Drivers convicted of impaired driving, including over 80 and refusal
Drivers with one or more impaired-driving roadside suspensions in the past 10 years

Completing the program is mandatory before your licence can be reinstated.

How Much Does Back on Track Cost?

$894 for drivers convicted of impaired driving
$344 for drivers with roadside suspensions

The full fee must be paid before you start. It’s separate from your fines, the $281 licence reinstatement fee, and any ignition interlock costs.

What the Program Involves

Back on Track includes registration, an assessment, then education or treatment groups depending on your assessment, and follow-up interviews as required. For roadside warn-range suspensions, Ontario lists an 8-hour education course for a first occurrence and a 16-hour treatment program for a second or third.

The program is offered virtually and in person at locations across Ontario.

How Long Does Back on Track Take?

It depends on your assessment and on scheduling, but plan for the long end. The full program, including follow-up, can take up to 11 months. Registering early is the single best way to avoid adding time to your suspension.

How to Register

Register about 7 days after your conviction or roadside suspension.
Complete the registration form online, or download it from the program’s website.
Pay the full fee before starting.
Attend every scheduled session. Missing sessions can delay your completion and your licence.

Program contact: toll-free 1-888-814-5831, or info@remedial.net. Phone lines are open Monday to Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. There is no walk-in service.

Back on Track and Getting Your Licence Back

Finishing Back on Track clears that requirement, but your licence isn’t reinstated until every other requirement is also met. That can include serving your full suspension, any interlock condition, any required tests, and paying the $281 reinstatement fee. Don’t drive until your licence status is valid. See why you should never drive before reinstatement and how to reinstate a suspended licence in Ontario.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Back on Track cost in Ontario?

$894 for drivers convicted of impaired driving, and $344 for drivers with roadside suspensions. The full fee must be paid before you start.

Who has to take Back on Track?

Drivers convicted of impaired driving and drivers with one or more impaired-driving roadside suspensions in the past 10 years.

How long does Back on Track take?

It depends on your assessment and scheduling. The full program, including follow-up, can take up to 11 months, so register as early as you can.

Can I get my licence back before finishing Back on Track?

No. Completing Back on Track is mandatory before your licence can be reinstated.

Does Back on Track include ignition interlock?

No. Ignition interlock is a separate requirement with its own provider and costs.

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This article is general information about Ontario rules as of 2026 and is not legal advice. Fees, penalties and processes can change, so confirm your own requirements with ServiceOntario, the Ministry of Transportation or a lawyer.