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Driver's licences for work in BC and Ontario
BC's L, N and full licence and Ontario's G1, G2 and G: what each lets you do, BC's October 2026 changes, and what to know about insurance when you drive for work.
Guides for your first job
Practical guides for finding and starting your first job in British Columbia and Ontario.
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First aid certificates for work in BC and Ontario
WorkSafeBC and WSIB first aid levels explained: basic, intermediate and advanced, when employers need them, who pays, and how long a certificate lasts.
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Forklift training in BC and Ontario: what the rules say
There is no government forklift licence in BC or Ontario. Learn what training and evaluation employers must give, the age rules, and whether to pay for a course.
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How to get a security guard licence in Ontario
Steps to a security guard licence in Ontario: 40 hours of basic training with first aid, the provincial test, age and record checks, the $80 fee, and renewal.
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How to get a security worker licence in BC
Steps to work as a security guard in BC: Basic Security Training and exam, age and record checks, fingerprints, licence fees, and how to apply online.
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WHMIS training: what new workers need to know
What WHMIS is, how to read hazard labels and safety data sheets, who must train you, and whether WHMIS training carries over to a new job in BC or Ontario.
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FOODSAFE and Serving It Right in BC
BC's two main food service certificates: what FOODSAFE Level 1 and Serving It Right are, who needs them, how to get them online, the cost, and how long they last.
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Smart Serve and food handler certification in Ontario
Ontario's two main food service certificates: what Smart Serve and food handler certification are, who needs them, how to get them, the cost, and how long they last.