Locksmith Licence: Moving from British Columbia to Quebec
The short answer
Extra steps
Even if you hold a licence from another Canadian province, you must obtain a licence from the Bureau, attach a copy of your licence, and provide proof of first-aid training similar to the one mandatory in Quebec; a valid out-of-province licence may exempt you from the required training. Source
“Yes. Even if you hold a licence from another Canadian province, you must obtain a licence from the Bureau to carry out private security activities in the Province of Quebec.”
bspquebec.ca/en/51/frequently-asked-questions
Both provinces
| Licensed in British Columbia | Moving to Quebec | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Certification required |
| Regulator | SkilledTradesBC | Bureau de la sécurité privée |
| Guide | Locksmith in British Columbia | Locksmith in Quebec |
Steps to transfer
Attach your existing licence
Source
“However, make sure to attach a copy of the licence you hold to your application.”
bspquebec.ca/en/51/frequently-asked-questionsProvide first-aid proof
Source
“You must also provide a proof that you have attended first-aid training similar to the one that is mandatory in Quebec.”
bspquebec.ca/en/51/frequently-asked-questions
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Bureau de la sécurité privée
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