How to Become a Glazier in Ontario
Do you need certification?
Certification is voluntary
Glazier 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/architectural-glass-and-m..., 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: 5 steps
- 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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You apply for an apprenticeship program through the Skilled Trades Ontario Portal.
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You complete practical training on the job provided by a skilled worker or trainer, with skills set out in the trade's Apprenticeship Training Standard.
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“An apprenticeship involves practical training provided on-the-job by a skilled worker, or trainer.”
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You complete three levels of theoretical in-school training covering topics such as trade tools, glass cutting, glazing systems and curtain walls.
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“An Architectural Glass and Metal Technician apprenticeship includes three levels of theoretical training”
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When you finish the apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues you 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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You pass the certifying exam, after which Skilled Trades Ontario issues you 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.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/architectural-glass-and-m...
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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You review the Canadian Certificate Holder Guide and Form and follow its application instructions.
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“Review the Canadian Certificate Holder Guide and Form and follow the application instructions.”
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You complete the PDF application form and email or mail it to Skilled Trades Ontario.
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“You must use the PDF application form and email or mail your application to Skilled Trades Ontario.”
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Once your application is approved and you are issued a Certificate of Qualification, you can use the portal to update your information, pay fees or start other applications.
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“Once your application is approved and you are issued a Certificate of Qualification, you may then use the Skilled Trades Ontario Portal to update your information, pay fees or initiate other applications.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/skilled-trades-ontario-portal
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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You review the Trade Qualifier Guide carefully to make sure you meet the skills and experience requirements.
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“Review the Trade Qualifier Guide carefully to ensure that you meet the skills and experience requirements.”
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You gather all supporting documentation before applying, since applying without them will delay the assessment.
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“Collect all supporting documentation before applying. If you apply without attaching all supporting documents, it will cause a delay and you will be required to submit the documents before the assessment can begin.”
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You create a My Ontario account, select Individual, create a new application, choose Trade Equivalency Assessment and follow the steps to submit it.
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“Create a My Ontario account to access the Skilled Trades Ontario Portal. Then, when prompted, select Individual, create a New application and select Trade Equivalency Assessment and follow the steps to submit your application.”
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The Trade Equivalency Assessment determines whether you can challenge the certifying exam for the trade.
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“The Trade Equivalency Assessment determines whether you can challenge the certifying exam for a trade.”
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If you pass the certifying exam, you pay a fee to be issued a Certificate of Qualification in the trade.
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“If successful in the exam, you would pay a fee to be issued a Certificate of Qualification in that trade.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/resource-hub/research/trade-reports/trade-r...
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.
Requirements
Education
Applicants to the Experienced Apprenticeship Pathway may alternatively qualify if they have not received formal education for at least three years.
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“2. have not received formal education for a period of at least three years.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/resource-hub/research/trade-reports/trade-r...
Experience
Trade Qualifier applicants must have equivalent skills and years of experience in the trade but no recognized trade qualification.
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“A Trade Equivalency Assessment is the first step for Trade Qualifiers who do not have a recognized trade qualification, but who have equivalent skills and years of experience in a trade.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/skilled-trades-ontario-portal
Other
Applicants who do not meet the academic entry requirements may be able to register as an apprentice through the Experienced Apprenticeship Pathway if they are at least 21 years old.
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“1. be at least at least 21 years old, or”
skilledtradesontario.ca/resource-hub/research/trade-reports/trade-r...
Already licensed in another province?
Direct transfer
Someone with an authorizing certificate from another Canadian province or territory can apply to have the credential verified, and no further training or examination is required. Source
“If you have an authorizing certificate from another Canadian province or territory you can apply to have your credential verified and no further training or examination will be required.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/experienced-workers
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 |
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| Ontario | $20.68 | $30.00 | $44.70 | Limited (2 of 5) |
| Canada | $22.00 | $30.16 | $43.09 | — |
Glaziers 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
Sources checked
- Architectural Glass and Metal Technician - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/architectural-glass-and-m... · fetched October 10, 2026
- Skilled Trades Ontario Portal - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/skilled-trades-ontario-portal · fetched October 10, 2026
- Experienced workers - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/experienced-workers · fetched October 10, 2026
- Trade reports FAQ - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/resource-hub/research/trade-reports/trade-r... · fetched October 10, 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 a glazier 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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