In order to begin your Alberta Interlock Program, please ensure that you have confirmed the following:
- Ensure that you have received your letter from Alberta Transportation indicating that you are required to participate in the Ignition Interlock Program.
- Purchase application at a license registry office, complete it, and send it to Alberta Transportation as per the instructions on the application form.
- Ensure you have completed your course (Planning Ahead or IMPACT) prior to booking your install appointment.
- Once your application has been approved, and your course has been completed, schedule your interlock installation by clicking on the button below (or click here) or, call 1-844-432-4776.
- Bring your course completion certificate, and proof of ownership of the vehicle to your install appointment. If you do not own the vehicle, you will need a permission to install form completed and provided at the time of your install appointment.
- The client must be present for blow training and paperwork during the install appointment.
- Immediately following your Smart Start Ignition Interlock device install, take your Install Notice Certificate and 2 pieces of identification to an Alberta License Registry Office to receive your Interlock-restricted licence.
AB Government Website Explanation of Program Fees Continue to AB Install Form
FEE SCHEDULE
| Service | Fee net of applicable taxes | Fee including taxes |
|---|---|---|
| Security deposit (if Loss Protection Plan declined) | $400.00 | $400.00 |
| Installation of Ignition Interlock Device | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Installation surcharge for special vehicles | $250.00 | $262.50 |
| Vehicle transfer fee (includes removal and installation) | $250.00 | $262.50 |
| Removal (De-installation) of Ignition Interlock Device | $0.00 | $0.00 |
| Removal surcharge for special vehicles | $125.00 | $131.25 |
| Lease (rental) fee - per month | $98.00 | $102.90 |
| Loss Protection Plan (optional) - per month | $15.00 | $15.75 |
| SmartIDLE™ (optional) - per month | $25.00 | $26.25 |
| Unlock code | $75.00 | $78.75 |
| Violation reset | $85.00 | $89.25 |
| Unscheduled service | $100.00 | $105.00 |
| Missed appointment (install) | $150.00 | $157.50 |
| Missed appointment (other) | $100.00 | $105.00 |
| Early termination fee | $250.00 | $262.50 |
| Service Call (per hour) | $95.00 | $99.75 |
| Service Call (per km) | $0.70 | $0.74 |
| Replacement of lost/damaged handset | $500.00 | $525.00 |
| Replacement of lost/damaged vehicle interface unit | $250.00 | $262.50 |
| Replacement of lost/damaged interface cable | $75.00 | $78.75 |
| Replacement of lost/damaged handset cord (Curly Cord) | $37.50 | $39.38 |
| Replacement of lost/damaged handset cord (Dongle) | $37.50 | $39.38 |
In Alberta, the monthly device lease is about $102.90, with free installation and removal. Optional SmartIDLE is about $26.25 per month and the Loss Protection Plan about $15.75. A $400 security deposit applies if you decline the plan. See the Alberta fees page for current amounts.
Alberta fees include the monthly device lease of about $102.90, optional SmartIDLE and Loss Protection Plan, and service fees such as a $78.75 unlock code, $89.25 violation reset, and $262.50 vehicle transfer. Installation and removal are free. A $400 deposit applies without the protection plan.
Your main costs are the monthly device lease of about $102.90 plus any optional features and service fees. Confirm any licensing or reinstatement fees directly with Alberta's provincial licensing authority.
In Alberta, monthly monitoring is included in the device lease of about $102.90. Optional add-ons cost extra: SmartIDLE is roughly $26.25 per month and the Loss Protection Plan about $15.75. Calibration appointments are part of your regular service. See the fees page for current amounts.