How to Become a Tilesetter in Ontario
Do you need certification?
Certification is voluntary
Tilesetter 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/terrazzo-tile-and-marble-..., checked October 11, 2026.
At a glance
- Licence status
- Voluntary certification See the source
- Routes
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- Trained in Canada: 6 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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The applicant registers in the apprenticeship program for the trade, which is administered by Skilled Trades Ontario.
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“This trade has an apprenticeship program that is administered by Skilled Trades Ontario.”
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The apprentice completes the on-the-job work experience set out in the Apprenticeship Training Standard, with the sponsor or trainer signing off skills as they are demonstrated.
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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 two levels of theoretical in-school training, which may be delivered as block release, day release, part-time or alternative delivery.
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“A Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter apprenticeship includes two level of theoretical training, which includes but is not limited to instruction in:”
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Upon completing the apprenticeship program, Skilled Trades Ontario issues the apprentice 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 for 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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After passing the certifying exam, Skilled Trades Ontario issues the applicant a Certificate of Qualification in the trade.
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“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
6 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Licensed in another province
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The 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 apprentice 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.”
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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
3 steps without a listed fee, so the total may not be the full cost.
Trained outside Canada
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- 5 steps without a listed fee
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The applicant reviews the Trade Qualifier Guide to make sure they 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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The applicant gathers all supporting documentation before applying, since applying without it 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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The applicant creates a My Ontario account, selects Individual, creates a new application, selects Trade Equivalency Assessment and submits 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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If the Trade Equivalency Assessment determines the applicant is eligible, they 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 successful in the exam, the applicant pays a fee and is 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.”
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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.
Requirements
Education
The academic entry requirement for the trade is Grade 10.
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“Academic entry grade Grade 10”
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Other
Applicants who do not meet the Academic Entry Requirements may register through the Experienced Apprenticeship Pathway if they are at least 21 years old or have not received formal education for at least three years.
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“To be considered for EAP, the applicant must: 1. be at least at least 21 years old, or 2. have not received formal education for a period of at least three years.”
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Already licensed in another province?
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The pages say a holder of a certificate from another Canadian province or territory must apply using a PDF application form to obtain an Ontario Certificate of Qualification, but they do not state whether an exam or competence assessment is required. Source
“If you have a certificate, license or credential from another Canadian province or territory and would like to obtain an Ontario Certificate of Qualification, please note that the Canadian certificate holder application is currently not available through the Skilled Trades Ontario Portal. You must use the PDF application form and email or mail your application to Skilled Trades Ontario.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/skilled-trades-ontario-portal
Apply using PDF form
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“If you have a certificate, license or credential from another Canadian province or territory and would like to obtain an Ontario Certificate of Qualification, please note that the Canadian certificate holder application is currently not available through the Skilled Trades Ontario Portal. You must use the PDF application form and email or mail your application to Skilled Trades Ontario.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/skilled-trades-ontario-portalFollow the application guide
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“Review the Canadian Certificate Holder Guide and Form and follow the application instructions.”
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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 | $21.00 | $31.92 | $45.10 | Moderate (3 of 5) |
| Canada | $24.04 | $34.76 | $44.00 | — |
Tilesetters in other provinces and territories
- British Columbia Voluntary certification
- Alberta Voluntary certification
- Saskatchewan Voluntary certification
- Manitoba Not confirmed yet
- Quebec Certification required
- New Brunswick Voluntary certification
- Nova Scotia Voluntary certification
- Prince Edward Island Voluntary certification
- Newfoundland and Labrador Voluntary certification
- Yukon Not confirmed yet
- Northwest Territories Not confirmed yet
- Nunavut Not confirmed yet
Sources checked
- Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/trade-information/terrazzo-tile-and-marble-... · fetched October 11, 2026
- Current apprentices - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices · fetched October 10, 2026
- Skilled Trades Ontario Portal - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/skilled-trades-ontario-portal · fetched October 10, 2026
- Trade reports FAQ - Skilled Trades Ontario skilledtradesontario.ca/resource-hub/research/trade-reports/trade-r... · fetched October 10, 2026
- Terrazzo, Tile and Marble Setter (241A) skilledtradesontario.ca/wp-content/uploads/2026/06/terrazzo-tile-an... · fetched October 11, 2026
Frequently asked questions
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Do you need a licence to work as a tilesetter 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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