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ONTARIO RESOURCES for Licensing & Certification Requirements (13 websites)
(includes information for people in all regions of Ontario - for regional information use iWIN)

Association of Architectural Technologists of Ontario (AATO)
AATO accredits Architectural Technologists (an alternative to hiring an architect for a construction project, acting as designers, project managers and specification writers). Rules of accreditation; newsletters, student awards programs, local chapters.

Association of Registered Graphic Designers of Ontario (RGD Ontario)
Professional association for Ontario graphic designers. Find information on: how to apply; the exam; how to hire a design firm; and standards for fees and practices.

Certified General Accountants (CGA) of Ontario
Find information on: how to become a Certified General Accountant; career descriptions; and, professional development and career opportunities. CGA is the licensing body for CGAs in Ontario.

Certified Management Accountants (CMA) of Ontario
A self-governing professional organization that awards the Certified Management Accountant (CMA) designation to qualified candidates in Ontario.

Commercial Vehicle Operator's Registration (CVOR) - Ontario Ministry of Transportation
Information on how to register as a truck or bus driver in Ontario.

Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers
They are responsible for regulating the practice of Social Workers and Social Service Workers in Ontario. Find information on membership, Code of Ethics and Standards of Practice handbook, news and more.

Ontario Dental Assistants Association (ODAA)
This is the certifying body and membership association for dental assistants in Ontario. Find information on certification, continuing education programs, member job listings and more.

Ontario Tourism Education Corporation
Tourism training. Careers in tourism. Professional certification in tourism occupations.

Professional Engineers Ontario (PEO)
Responsible for licensing qualified professional engineers (P. Eng.), and setting standards for and regulating engineering practice in Ontario. Contains information on the licensing process, local chapters, publications, events, code of ethics, and more.

Registered Nurses Association of Ontario (RNAO)
The RNAO is the professional association representing registered nurses in Ontario. Their website contains information on professional development, education, career services, events, employment opportunities and more.

Registration Guide for Internationally Educated Nurses - College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO)
Includes information on the requirements for becoming a registered nurse or registered practical nurse in Ontario, education options, registration process, exams and more.

Teachers Of English As A Second Language (TESL) Ontario
Committed to professional development and advocacy, TESL Ontario addresses the range of issues that influences the success of people learning English. ESL professionals will find information on membership, certification, news, jobs and publications.

The Teaching Profession - Ontario Ministry of Education
Whether you are currently an Ontario certified teacher or are thinking about becoming a teacher, here is some information important to the teaching profession.


NATIONAL RESOURCES for Licensing & Certification Requirements (25 websites)
(includes information for people in all regions of Canada)

Apprenticeship and the Interprovincial Standards "Red Seal" Program - Government of Canada
The Red Seal program encourages standardization of provincial and territorial apprenticeship programs and certification, providing greater mobility across Canada for skilled workers.

Association of Canadian Faculties of Dentistry (ACFD)
Representing the ten dental schools in Canada. This web site includes information on how the ACFD facilitates foreign-trained dentists in becoming licensed practitioners in Canada by providing the Eligibility Examination.

Canadian Association of Speech-Language Pathologists and Audiologists (CASLPA)
Learn about professional development opportunities, student scholarships, related publications, CASLPA certification, and association membership.

Canadian Athletic Therapists Association (CATA)
What is an athletic therapist? Find the answer to this question and information about careers, training programs, the certification process, and clinics across Canada.

Canadian Aviation Maintenance Council (CAMC)
Information on national standards, accreditation process, training programs, and careers in the aviation maintenance and aerospace industry. Details about the Job Mart and other membership benefits are also provided.

Canadian Construction Association (CCA)
CCA is the voice of the non-residential construction industry. Find industry statistics and events, provincial and territorial construction associations, details about Gold Seal Certification, and more.

Canadian Council of Human Resources Associations (CCHRA)
CCHRA is the national organization representing all provinces and Certified Human Resource Professional (CHRP) designation granting HR associations - with more than 33,000 members across Canada. As the voice of HR in Canada, CCHRA ensures excellence in today's HR profession.

Canadian Counselling Association (CCA)
CCA provides leadership and promotes the advancement of the counselling profession in Canada through discussion, research and dissemination of information. Discover publications, professional development opportunities, and more.

Canadian Culinary Federation (CCFCC)
Includes information on membership benefits, culinary news, and the Canadian Culinary Institute's (CCI) Chef de Cuisine Certication program.

Canadian Dental Hygienists Association (CDHA)
Find information about the work, professional standards, and qualifications of dental hygienists. Also find details about membership, upcoming events, and related resources.

Canadian Information Processing Society (CIPS)
Represents Information Technology (IT) professionals from across Canada. They provide leadership in the industry by developing and promoting quality standards and practices, research, certification, and professional development.

Canadian Nurses Association (CNA)
CNA is a federation of 11 provincial and territorial nursing associations: Member Programs, Publications, Calendar of Events

Canadian Psychological Association (CPA)
Learn about upcoming events, and access career opportunities, discussion groups, publications and other resources.

Canadian Public Relations Society (CPRS)
Representing public relations practitioners across Canada, this society offers members a variety of services: professional accreditation; professional development programs; job listings; freelance directory; and networking opportunities.

Canadian Society for Medical Laboratory Science (CSMLS)
Certifying body and professional association for medical laboratory technologists in Canada. Find employment opportunities, conferences, career information and more.

Canadian Society for Training and Development (CSTD)
CSTD is dedicated to the profession of training, workplace learning and human resources development. Find information on events, resources, certification, employment postings for members, and more.

Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA)
The CVMA is the national body representing and serving the interests of veterinarians in Canada. Find information on profession development, the National Examining Board, publications and more.

Canadian Welding Association
This bare bones Web site contains membership information as well as journal articles, educational links, a resume posting service and links to canadian welding resources.

Career - Appraisal Institute of Canada (AIC)
AIC grants professional designations in real estate appraisal. Find information about a career in appraisal and access a list of employment opportunities across Canada.

Certified Management Accountants - CMA Canada
Click on "Careers" and find: an explanation of the CMA designation; information concerning a career as a CMA; and job postings that are accessible by password only.

Environmental Careers Organization Canada (ECO Canada)
Find environmental occupational profiles, employment opportunities, national standards, and professional development and certification programs.

Forum for International Trade Training (FITT)
Designed to prepare businesses and individuals to compete in the world market, FITT offers resource materials, training and certification in international trade.

Insurance Institute of Canada (IIC)
Through 23 affiliated local Institutes, IIC offers education programs and qualifying examinations for the general insurance industry in Canada. Also find job listings and information about insurance careers.

International Personnel Management Association (IPMA) - Canada
Find programs and services designed to meet the certification, professional development and communication needs of Canadian human resources (HR) practitioners. A student mentoring program is also available.

Purchasing Management Association of Canada (PMAC) - Education and Career Management
Find career related information on supply management including: professional development; CPP Accreditation; seminars; courses; what's new; PMAC Certificate in Purchasing; the fees and benefits of becoming a member; a members only job board; and more.

 
 
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