At Drivisa, our commitment to community building goes far beyond helping new drivers pass their road tests. As an MTO-approved digital platform, we believe that promoting lifelong traffic safety requires a holistic approach—one that combines cutting-edge technology, accessible driver education, and direct investment in our youth.
Building on this philosophy, Drivisa established the Drivisa Road Safety Award, an annual scholarship program designed to celebrate graduating high school seniors across the province who demonstrate academic excellence, community leadership, and a commitment to making Canadian roads safer.
As we expand our community initiatives across Ottawa and Eastern Ontario, we are proud to reflect on the success of last year’s flagship partnership with St. Patrick’s High School in Ottawa, where outstanding graduate Bruck Zeru was selected as the premier recipient of the driving education award in Ottawa.
Honoring Excellence: Bruck Zeru and St. Patrick’s High School
Last year, Drivisa partnered with educators and guidance counselors at St. Patrick’s High School—a vibrant, diverse academic community in Ottawa—to launch the Road Safety Award. Among a competitive pool of impressive applicants, Bruck Zeru stood out for his exceptional academic drive, community involvement, and commitment to higher learning.
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│ DRIVISA ROAD SAFETY AWARD │
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│ Recipient: Bruck Zeru │
│ High School: St. Patrick’s High School (Ottawa, ON) │
│ Scholarship Focus: Higher Education & STEM Advancement │
│ Mission: Promoting Youth Road Safety & Technological Innovation│
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Bruck’s ambition to pursue post-secondary studies in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math) perfectly embodied the core values Drivisa seeks to encourage. The scholarship provided financial assistance to ease his transition from high school to university, allowing him to focus on his academic goals without the immediate burden of educational expenses.
By celebrating students like Bruck, Drivisa aims to demonstrate that learning to drive is not just a personal milestone, but a shared civic responsibility that intersects with academic achievement, technological innovation, and community well-being.
Why STEM and Road Safety are Inseparable
The decision to focus the Drivisa Road Safety Award on students pursuing STEM and transportation-related degrees is rooted in the future of the automotive industry. Modern vehicle safety is no longer determined solely by mechanical brakes and seatbelts; it is driven by artificial intelligence, predictive software, urban telemetry, and advanced civil engineering.
Because Drivisa’s focus on STEM studies, research, and road safety is paramount, we actively support young minds who aspire to solve complex logistical and technological challenges.
By investing in students like Bruck Zeru, Drivisa is helping nurture the next generation of software developers, civil engineers, and data scientists who will:
Design smarter, AI-driven collision avoidance systems for modern vehicles.
Analyze traffic flow patterns to reduce urban congestion in growing cities like Ottawa.
Develop sustainable electric and hybrid transportation infrastructure across Ontario.
Engineer safer road geometries that protect pedestrians, cyclists, and motorists alike.
Transforming Driver Training Across Ottawa and Eastern Ontario
Promoting road safety starts long before students reach university—it begins the moment a teenager sits behind the wheel for their very first lesson. Through Drivisa’s modern mobile app, high school students across Ontario High Schools gain access to an accessible, flexible, and affordable driver education model that fits seamlessly around their busy academic schedules.
Drivisa simplifies the Ministry of Transportation's Beginner Driver Education (BDE) process into three seamless steps:
Digital Theory Modules: Students complete their mandatory 30 hours of MTO-approved online theory at their own pace on their smartphones or computers, eliminating the need to travel to physical classrooms.
Accelerated Licensing: Graduating from a certified BDE course allows students to take their G2 road test in 8 months instead of 12, while unlocking the maximum auto insurance discounts available to young drivers in Ontario.
Personalized In-Car Instruction: Drivisa connects learners with vetted, top-rated certified driving instructors offering personalized driving lessons in Ottawa and surrounding regional hubs. Students enjoy complete flexibility to choose their instructor based on user ratings, vehicle preferences (including EV and hybrid models), and spoken languages.
By replacing outdated paper processes with real-time GPS tracking, transparent instructor reviews, and flexible scheduling, Drivisa has established itself as the leading digital driving school for students and parents across Ottawa and Eastern Ontario.
Expanding the Vision: $10,000 Fund Raised for This Year’s Award
Following the success of our partnership with St. Patrick’s High School and our expanding network of participating schools, Drivisa is thrilled to announce a major milestone for the upcoming academic year.
Driven by rapid platform growth and community support, Drivisa has raised $10,000 for this year's scholarship fund.
This expanded funding will allow Drivisa to offer multiple financial awards to deserving graduates across a broader network of Ontario High Schools, supporting students as they pursue post-secondary degrees in STEM, engineering, computer science, and transportation studies.
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│ THIS YEAR'S SCHOLARSHIP FUND MATRIX │
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│ Total Scholarship Fund │ $10,000 CAD │
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│ Academic Focus │ Preferred focus on STEM & Transportation│
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│ Target Audience │ Graduating Seniors across Ontario │
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│ High School Applications │ Now Open for New School Partnerships │
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High Schools and Drivisa: An Open Invitation to Ontario High Schools
To maximize the impact of this $10,000 fund, Drivisa is open to extending the scholarship to new high schools across Ontario.
We invite high school principals, guidance counselors, department heads, and student councils to collaborate with us in recognizing student achievement and fostering safe driving habits among young adults.
Benefits for Partner High Schools:
Direct Student Financial Aid: Access to dedicated scholarship grants from our $10,000 fund for graduating seniors entering STEM or transportation programs.
Road Safety Resources: Co-branded digital educational materials, safe-driving workshops, and interactive road safety tools tailored for teenager drivers.
Affordable Driver Training Access: Special student pricing, low down-payment options ($49 to start), and flexible scheduling on certified BDE courses through the Drivisa app.
Whether your school is located in Ottawa, Kingston, Toronto, or smaller regional communities across Eastern Ontario, partnering with Drivisa helps your students build safe driving habits while securing financial support for their post-secondary ambitions.
How to Apply or Get Involved
If your high school is interested in participating in the Drivisa Road Safety Award program for the upcoming academic year, our community team is ready to connect with you.
📬 Contact Us Today: Interested educators, administrators, and student representatives can communicate directly with Drivisa by emailing [email protected].
Together, by celebrating inspiring students like Bruck Zeru and investing directly in STEM education, we can build safer roads, support youth ambition, and drive positive change across Ontario communities.
