Application Processing Timelines

We are committed to processing your application in a timely manner. The chart below shows the timeframes we aim to meet for each application type, provided that your application is complete and does not require follow up.

A complete application is one where:

  • all sections of the application are completed correctly and is signed by the appropriate individuals; and,
  • all required supporting documentation is included.
Department Application Type/Action Completed Within
Operator in Training (OITs) Notification of OIT exam results 7 business days
Issuance of an OIT certificate/licence 10 days
Exams Processing of exam registration 30 days
Notification of exam results (except OITs) 30 days
Notification of OIT exam results 7 business days
Upgrades Processing of a certificate or licence upgrade application 30 days
Renewals Processing of a certificate or licence renewal application 21 days
Replacements Issuance of a replacement operator certificate or licence 14 days
Facilities Processing of a facility classification application 30 days
Courses Processing of a course evaluation application 30 days