Licensing

Last updated on March 14, 2024

Apply for a licence

Employment agencies, talent agencies and farm labour contractors must be licensed in B.C.

Make sure the business you'd like to work with is licensed

Attend an education seminar

Register for an education seminar to learn about the rules and responsibilities of employment agencies, talent agencies and farm labour contractors under the Employment Standards Act:

  • Understand licence requirements and costs
  • Navigate the application and renewal process
  • Know record-keeping requirements
  • How to charge fees as an employment or talent agency
  • How to provide immigration assistance as an employment or talent agency
  • Security or bond requirements for farm labour contractors and talent agencies