The implementation of the Red Seal exam for Cement (Concrete) Finisher in Ontario is now postponed until April 1st, 2018 (change from the original date of January 1st, 2018). This postponement is to provide individuals with additional time to submit Trade Equivalency Assessment applications in regards to receiving a provincial Certificate of Qualification (C of Q).

For more information on the process please visit:
www.collegeoftrades.ca and follow the steps below.
1. Click Public
2. Click Trade Equivalency Assessment
3. Click Experienced Workers from Within and Outside Canada, and follow the steps provided.

Individuals who are approved through the College’s Trade Equivalency Assessment can apply to become a member of the College’s Journeypersons Class and be issued a provincial C of Q without passing the C of Q exam. To be eligible for the Trade Equivalency Assessment, 5000 applicable trade hours are required.

**The fee for the assessment is $235 + HST payable to the Ontario College of Trades.**  Fee will not be covered by the Training Centre.

If you require further assistance with this process please contact the Ontario College of Trades at www.collegeoftrades.com or LiUNA Local 183 Training Centre at (416) 242-7551