Reviews

I booked my road test through the Riverbend Registry and found the process straightforward and that the staff were welcoming.... read moreI booked my road test through the Riverbend Registry and found the process straightforward and that the staff were welcoming. I went in and asked them to look over my car about a week early to make sure that it was acceptable to use for my test, which gave me some peace of mind. The cost of the test was less than expected, only about $93 (I had read that some locations charged about 150 for the test). For the test itself it was about 20 minutes long and was pretty straightforward, mostly just following directions as they're given and then you make choices about right of way and navigating to follow the directions. I practiced driving in the area several times before the test to get more comfortable and know what to expect from the roads and found the neighbourhood to be beautiful and have lots to play around with. The neighborhoods around the registry have good curbs and lots of good spots for parallel parking practice if you want to practice beforehand. The hills in the area are a mix of fairly shallow and steep in terms of hill parking, so you will have options to practice different kinds of slopes. There is also both angle parking and perpendicular parking spots in the parking lot so you have some good options before and after the test. In the debrief discussion after the test, the point deductions that I received seemed fair, and the examiner gave feedback for each of the deductions and listened to my explanations as well. The examiner explained what to expect from the test process, answered all my questions before we started the test, and did not seem rushed, so ask as many questions as you need so you feel prepared to start. The registry was a bit busy (but comparable to other registries that I have been to, so this is as expected) and the staff all were very nice and friendly regardless. After you book your exam the system suggests you arrive half an hour early to your test time, and I do suggest doing that as you will need to wait in line and don't want to be stressed about starting late. Overall I had a good experience, and it was one of the registries recommended by my driver school instructor in terms of being a good location (lots of residential areas and not too many major roads). read less

Had a positive experience for my advanced road test. Service was smooth and timely. The registry itself was clean. The... read moreHad a positive experience for my advanced road test. Service was smooth and timely. The registry itself was clean. The examiner was kind, marked fairly, and was helpful in teaching me about my mistakes and how to improve my driving. All the staff were warm and professional. All in all, I have no complaints and would recommend them. read less

My daughter recently did her road test for her class 5 license. David the examiner was great, made... read moreMy daughter recently did her road test for her class 5 license. David the examiner was great, made he feel at ease and she was very happy with the outcome to say the least. The ladies at the front counter were very helpful and congratulated her on getting her license. The service was very good. read less

It was time for me to get my business registered. I was searching here and there for registry offices when... read moreIt was time for me to get my business registered. I was searching here and there for registry offices when I ran into Riverbend Registry in Edmonton. I didn’t know what to expect when I passed through the gates, but the agent helped me come up with a unique name for my company, and even explained every step associated with every process, in detail. Today, I can safely proclaim that this registry office is one of the best in Alberta, as I have lived in a lot of places. read less

Went there at about 10am to replace a lost drivers license. There were no customers in the place and I... read moreWent there at about 10am to replace a lost drivers license. There were no customers in the place and I got a replacement in about 5 minutes. The clerk was polite. read less

Great experience! David was my instructor for the road test and he was wonderful. He was so calm and amazing.... read moreGreat experience! David was my instructor for the road test and he was wonderful. He was so calm and amazing. I was nervous at first before my test and he made sure that I was comfortable and that give me so much confidence. He gave great feedback at the end of the test and explained everything in detail. Also, there were no long waiting lines unlike other registry, so you can get the help you need real quick. I would definitely recommend this registry! read less

I did my class 5 GDL road test here today and passed my first try. The examiner was an older... read moreI did my class 5 GDL road test here today and passed my first try. The examiner was an older man and he was extremely friendly, and marked me fairly. I would highly recommend this place for your road test. read less

I took my Advanced Road test at Riverbend Registry. The staff was very kind and all Congratulated me after I... read moreI took my Advanced Road test at Riverbend Registry. The staff was very kind and all Congratulated me after I passed. My tester was quite serious during the exam and I felt very nervous. After the exam we had a quick laugh about some of my infractions. Would recommend this place though ?? read less

Great service. Brought my son for his driver's license. Staff was extremely helpful, and covid-19 precautions were in place. Would... read moreGreat service. Brought my son for his driver's license. Staff was extremely helpful, and covid-19 precautions were in place. Would recommend this place. read less