Types of Licenses

Ben Franklin said, "The only two things that are sure are death and taxes". This may be universally true. But, in Canada, it is fair to say that the statement can be revised somewhat, to say something like "Nothing can be said to be certain except death, high taxes, and licenses". In fact, Canada as a country is license crazy. You have to be licensed to engage in almost every lasting activity as an adult, and on this site we are going to talk about licenses in Canada, where and when they are important, and how to obtain them. Just for interest's sake, let's take a quick look at exactly what licenses are good for.

Generating revenue

The cynically minded would probably say that the chief purpose of licenses is the generation of revenue for the government. While there are other valid reasons for requiring a license for some activities, most of the time, the revenue generated by the government through licensing fees is staggeringly huge. We would argue however that a license for example, for operating a motor vehicle is totally necessary.

Take a look, for example, at the marriage license: Here is a document that confers no benefits in the way of training to the recipient, and really, beyond legalities on the marriage's dissolution, serves no purpose. However, every time a couple in Canada makes a legal commitment to one another, they have to pay up to $100 to the Federal Government. And that is all money that goes into General Revenue (there's no special Ministry for Marriage, although it's not a bad idea).

Most licenses have to be renewed on a regular basis, and every time there is a fee involved. No doubt about it, licensing everyday Canadian activities is a great way to get money into government coffers.

Protection

While we enjoy the cynical and true approach, in many cases licenses in Canada do serve a valid purpose other than just putting money into government ministries. A lot of licenses are issued only after an applicant has engaged in some form of study, introducing him or her to the ethics, safety, and rules of the activity in which they wish to engage. Driver's licenses, pilot's licenses, and boating licenses are all examples of activities in which proper licensing results in personal protection.

Occupational licensing is another form as a means of protection; although, in this case, it is not so much personal safety that is on the line as it is the welfare of the average citizen. Though the areas do cross over often, as is the case with many types of Trades licenses, we are referring to specific occupations wherein a client or customer may see long-term consequences when they proceed to interact with an unlicensed professional. Examples of occupational licenses designed to protect private citizens from financial or actual damage include trade licensing, real estate licensing, and medical licensing..

Municipal governments will also state that business licenses serve to protect the general welfare as well; zoning by-laws are in place for a purpose and businesses should not interfere with the ability of the citizen to enjoy their property.

Preservation of Natural Assets

Some types of licenses exist to make sure that the natural assets we enjoy as Canadians are around for future generations, decades and even centuries down the line. Licenses required for outdoor recreation, from hunting and fishing to snowmobiling, are good examples of this. Harvesting species, in particular, requires careful documentation and individual responsibility, with the dollars spent to license individuals in these activities put directly back into preserving species and habitats.

So, while there definitely are some redundant licensing requirements, the stated reasons for government to charge individuals to engage in certain activities are more often than not sound as well as reasonable. Nevertheless, it can be quite difficult to figure out just what you need a license for, and then how to go about getting it. On this site, the information for various licenses is just a click away!

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Auto Trim DESIGN Incorporated
130 Bradwick Dr #4, Concord, ON L4K 1K8
(905) 669-0109

Small Talk Speech Therapy
27 Alma Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 1N2
(416) 301-6160

Savarino Brothers Garden Center
24670 Broadway Ave, Oakwood, OH 44146
(440) 439-5358

Dufferin Rogers Dental Clinic Family Dentist & Dental Implants
2032 Dufferin St, York, ON M6E 3R5
(416) 658-3384

TPI Personal Injury Lawyers
2800 Skymark Ave #503, Mississauga, ON L4W 5A6
(905) 361-1500

Uptown Yonge Dental
2717 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4N 2H8
(416) 487-3333

Adelaide Barks Dog Daycare and Boarding
23550 Highbury Ave N, London, ON N0M 1P0
(519) 854-1214

Super Steam London Carpet & Air Duct Cleaning
1020 Hargrieve Rd #10, London, ON N6E 1P5
(519) 857-9444

Elev8 Aesthetic Medicine Inc. Botox Lip Fillers, Microneedling and PRP for Hair Loss
123 Pioneer Dr Building J, Unit #2, Kitchener, ON N2P 2A3
(519) 748-7284

Davidson's Jewellers
790 Bank St, Ottawa, ON K1S 3V6
(613) 234-4136

Easy House Loan Mortgage Broker and Private Mortgages
940 The East Mall Suite 202, Etobicoke, ON M9B 6J7
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A to Z Storage, Self Storage Units, Boat & Car Storage
28607 Centre Rd, Strathroy, ON N7G 3H8
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Shamrock Pest Management
35 Walker St, Grand Bend, ON N0M 1T0
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ProXpedite Inc. Commercial Kitchen Installations
4226 Raney Crescent, London, ON N6L 1C3
877-776-9123

Cremation & Celebrations London
21574 Richmond St, Arva, ON N0M 1C0
(519) 963-4003

Green FX Landscaping Inc
100 Rexdale Blvd #201, Etobicoke, ON M9W 1N7
416) 747-7277

Canadian Tire Corporation
2180 Yonge St, Toronto, ON M4P 2V8
(416) 480-3000

Amazon YVR11
510 W Georgia St #14, Vancouver, BC V6B 0M3

IGV Website Design & Marketing
341 Talbot St Suite 319, London, ON N6A 2R5
(226) 546-0015

Dezan Social Media Agency
1470 Dundas St, London, ON N5W 3B9
(226) 926-6332

Coach John
Beechwood Pl, London, ON N6C 1H7
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Jova Medical Aesthetics and Bare Laser & Skin
1065 Valetta St, London, ON N6H 2Z9
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Vakili Psychological Services, Adult ADHD Specialist Psychologist & Therapist
1550 8 St SW #501, Calgary, AB T2R 1K1
403) 836-1967

Kitchens Inc. - Kitchen Design & Renovations
71 Craig St #6, Brantford, ON N3R 7H9
(519) 753-1637

Coeur Physiotherapy, Massage, Shockwave, Vestibular & Dry Needling
#324, 1 Edmonton City Centre NW, Edmonton, AB T5J 4H5
(587) 200-8992

Super Steam Hamilton & Burlington Carpet & Air-Duct Cleaning
236 Pritchard Rd, Hamilton, ON L8W 3P7
(289) 799-3608

Super Steam Brantford Carpet & Air-Duct Cleaning
3 Brant School Rd, Brantford, ON N3T 5L4
(519) 857-9444

Pikel Designs
123 Chain Lake Dr #100, Halifax, NS B3S 1B3
(902) 817-2984

Babaz Shawarma London
243 Wharncliffe Rd N, London, ON N6H 2B9
(519) 204-6703

DC Paralegals LLP
73 Water St N Suite 503, Cambridge, ON N1R 7L6
(519) 208-9797

Luminoso Plumbing Inc
160 Hale St, London, ON N5W 1E7
(226) 244-1729

Cannect Home Equity Loans
1006 King St W, Toronto, ON M6K 3N2
(416) 214-9000

Cannect Home Financing Mortgage Broker
81 Navy Wharf Ct, Toronto, ON M5V 3S3
(416) 766-2666

Cannect Private Mortgages & Small Business Loans
33 Gladstone Ave, Toronto, ON M6J 3K7
(416) 766-2666

MetaTherapy Chiropractors, Physiotherapy, Personal Training & RMT Massage
50 McIntosh Dr #112, Markham, ON L3R 9T3
(905) 604--6333

Trinity Family Dental Clinic Whitby
185 Thickson Rd, Whitby, ON L1N 6T9
(905) 579-5551

Enviro Blitz
11012 Old River Rd, Kilworth, ON N0L 1R0
(519) 439-7667

Body Language Esthetics
482 Elizabeth St, Burlington, ON L7R 2M2
(905) 637-6638

Garcia Roofing Ltd.
225 Bathurst Dr. Unit D, Waterloo, ON N2V 2E4
(519) 504-3106

Ontario Ceramic Glass
1804 Hutchinson Rd, Dunnville, ON N1A 2W7
(905) 577-3901

Nicole Langdon
445 Ridgewood Cres, London, ON N6J 3H6
(519) 615-4567

Mangat CPA Professional Corporation, Chartered & Tax Accountant
5399 Eglinton Ave W Suite 202, Toronto, ON M9C 5K6
(647) 769-3775

Godden Performance Training - Personal Fitness Trainer & Gym
1040 Adelaide St N, London, ON N5Y 2M9
(647) 551-7386

Belle Wood Equestrian Centre
2745 Concession Rd 6, Pickering, ON L1X 0J6
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4wards Exteriors Inc | Siding, Eavestrough & Roofing
110 James St, St. Catharines, ON L2R 7E8
(905 )736-9621

The Resurfacer Barn Painters & Barn Repair Services
1673 Richmond St #145, London, ON N6G 2N3
(519) 694-3045

Forest City Bounce Tent & Party Rentals - Bouncy Castle and Party Inflatable Rentals
1020 Hargrieve Rd #10, London, ON N6E 1P5
(519) 200-0402

M Industries
1430 Hixon St, Oakville, ON L6L 1R9
(416) 904-4510

Breslauer & Warren Jewellers
202 6 Ave SW #104, Calgary, AB T2P 2R9
(403) 252-9048

TNL Waste Bin Rental
669 Governors Rd E, Paris, ON N3L 3E1
(519) 717-0030

Red Sun Construction, Deck, Pergola & Pavilion Builder and Installer
331 Seville Rd, Wadsworth, OH 44281
(330) 730-0272

Google Dallas
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Law Offices of Leonard F. Baer, PLLC - Elder Law Firm
1571 Bowery Rd, Highlands, NC 28741
1 828-371-0383

Scott's Painting Company
10890 Stella Ln, Chagrin Falls, OH 44023

(216) 533-9579

Precast Services Inc
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(330) 425-2880

Aapex Restoration & Remodeling, LLC
3745 Steiner Rd, Creston, OH 44217
(330) 441-8227

Glenn D. Godfrey & Co. LLP Law Firm
3rd Floor, 35 Barrack Road, Belize City, Belize
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Ike's Asphalt Driveway Paving Company and Paving Contractor
23551 Clarke Rd, Exeter, ON N0M 2A0
(519) 280-3122

Ike's Asphalt Driveway Paving Company and Paving Contractor
4288 ON-3, Simcoe, ON N3Y 4K4
(519) 280-3122

Kidsports Indoor Playground & Childrens Birthday Party Place
4500 Dixie Rd, Mississauga, ON L4W 1V7
(905) 624-9400

Sunningdale Home Improvements
1970 Sunningdale Rd W, London, ON N6H 5J7
(519) 694-1906

Embodied Resilience Counselling and Consulting, Adult ADHD, BIPOC & C-PTSD Therapist
Mogenson Centre, 100 Collip Cir, Suite 115, London ON N6G 4X8
(416) 432-3070

Luna Farms
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