How to Become an Industrial Mechanic (millwright) in Ontario
Do you need certification?
Certification is voluntary
Industrial mechanic (millwright) is a voluntary trade in Ontario. You can work in the trade without a certificate.
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“Because this trade is non-compulsory, this certificate does not have to be renewed, and the information of individuals practicing this trade will not appear on the Skilled Trades Ontario Public Register.”
From skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/industrial-mechanic-millw..., checked October 11, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
- Voluntary certification See the source
- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 5 steps
- Licensed in another province: 3 steps
- Trained outside Canada: 1 step
- Annual fees
- Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Your roadmap
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Trained in Canada
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- 5 steps without a listed fee
- Listed time: 263.2 months (only 2 of 5 steps state a time)
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The applicant begins an apprenticeship training program in the trade, which combines on-the-job and in-school training.
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“An apprenticeship training program consists of on-the-job and in-school training.”
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The apprentice completes on-the-job practical training under a sponsor or trainer, who signs off the skills in the Apprenticeship Training Standard as they are demonstrated.
Time: 7,280 daysTime source
“On-the-job training 7,280 hours (approximately 4 years)”
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“An apprenticeship involves practical training provided on-the-job by a skilled worker, or trainer. The skills or competencies to be developed are set out by the trade’s Apprenticeship Training Standard and are recognized by the industry as being essential to the practice of the trade.”
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The apprentice completes three levels of theoretical in-school training, which may be delivered as block release, day release, part-time or alternative delivery depending on the training delivery agency.
Time: 720 daysTime source
“Technical training 720 hours (6 months across 3 levels)”
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“An Industrial Mechanic Millwright apprenticeship includes three levels of theoretical training”
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Upon completion of the apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues a Certificate of Apprenticeship.
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“Upon completion of an apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues a Certificate of Apprenticeship.”
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The applicant passes the certifying exam, after which Skilled Trades Ontario issues a Certificate of Qualification in the trade.
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“This trade has a certifying exam. When the certifying exam is passed, Skilled Trades Ontario will issue a Certificate of Qualification in this trade.”
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Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
5 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
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The out-of-province apprentice finds a sponsor in Ontario.
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“Steps to register in Ontario 1. Find a sponsor in Ontario.”
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The applicant applies for an apprenticeship program in Ontario and checks off the section of the form indicating they have completed training in another province.
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“Apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario. - On your application you will need to check off the section of the form that you have completed training in another province.”
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After the application is submitted, Skilled Trades Ontario contacts the applicant to verify their out-of-province training.
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“Skilled Trades Ontario will contact you to verify your out-of-province training after you have submitted your application.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
3 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Trained outside Canada
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- 1 step without a listed fee
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An experienced worker who has not completed an Ontario apprenticeship but has equivalent qualifications or experience in the trade uses the Trade Equivalency Assessment Process.
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“Experienced workers who have not completed an Ontario apprenticeship but have equivalent qualifications or experience in their trade can use the Trade Equivalency Assessment Process.”
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Listed fees for this route
No one-time fees listed by the regulator for these steps Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
1 step without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Requirements
Education
The academic entry grade for the trade is Grade 12.
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“Academic entry grade Grade 12”
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Already licensed in another province?
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The pages describe how registered apprentices from another province or territory can get credit for their training in Ontario, but do not state how someone already licensed in another province registers in Ontario. Source
“If you’re a registered apprentice in another province or territory, you may get credit for your training in Ontario.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
Find a sponsor in Ontario
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“Steps to register in Ontario 1. Find a sponsor in Ontario.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprenticesApply for an apprenticeship
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“Apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario. - On your application you will need to check off the section of the form that you have completed training in another province.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprenticesVerification of prior training
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“Skilled Trades Ontario will contact you to verify your out-of-province training after you have submitted your application.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Credential assessment
Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Exams
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certifying exam
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“This trade has a certifying exam. When the certifying exam is passed, Skilled Trades Ontario will issue a Certificate of Qualification in this trade.”
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in-school exemption test
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“If the apprentice has successfully completed an in-school exemption test, the apprentice must submit a copy of their results letter to be eligible for an exemption from the corresponding level of in-school training.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
Language tests
Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Canadian experience
Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Supervised practice
Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario
Demand and pay
| Where | Low | Median | High | Outlook |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ontario | $23.00 | $35.59 | $48.50 | Moderate (3 of 5) |
| Canada | $24.00 | $37.00 | $52.00 | — |
Industrial mechanics (millwright) in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Voluntary certification
- Alberta Voluntary certification
- Saskatchewan Voluntary certification
- Manitoba Voluntary certification
- Quebec Certification required
- New Brunswick Voluntary certification
- Nova Scotia Voluntary certification
- Prince Edward Island Voluntary certification
- Newfoundland and Labrador Voluntary certification
- Yukon Voluntary certification
- Northwest Territories Voluntary certification
- Nunavut Voluntary certification
Compare industrial mechanic (millwright) licensing across Canada
Sources checked
- Industrial Mechanic Millwright - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/industrial-mechanic-millw... · fetched October 11, 2026
- Industrial Mechanic Millwright (433A) skilledtradesontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/industrial-mecha... · fetched October 11, 2026
- Current apprentices - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices · fetched October 10, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as an industrial mechanic (millwright) in Ontario?
No. Certification is available, but it is not required to work in the trade in Ontario. Certification is managed by Skilled Trades Ontario.
Which exams are required?
certifying exam, in-school exemption test.
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