You collect learners from home or a pick-up point, drive them to school, and bring them back in the afternoon. Parents pay a monthly fee in advance.
What the law asks for (summary)
- An operating licence for scholar transport from your provincial regulatory entity.
- A professional driving permit (PrDP) for every driver.
- A contract with the school, or a letter from the principal.
- A teacher or other responsible adult in the vehicle when carrying primary or pre-primary children.
The steps to a first route
- Check your province's requirements and start your applications.
- Get the vehicle roadworthy and insured.
- Sign up parents with written agreements.
- Run the route safely, every school day.
A good sign: a full vehicle, parents paying on time, and no missed days.