Dog Trainer & Retired Dog Certification

Dog Trainer Certification

ADI or IGDF accredited schools can apply for certification for their employees or volunteers who train guide or service dogs which permits them to train the dogs in public places.

New Application – Documentation

Please submit the following to Security Programs:

• An Application for a Dog Trainer Certificate (SL404) completed by an authorized representative of an ADI or IGDF accredited school
• A passport size and quality photograph of the dog trainer
• A copy of valid government issued photo identification

Please note: The registrar will only issue or renew a dog trainer certificate if the individual identified in the certificate trains dogs on behalf of an accredited training school, specifically for the purpose of the dogs becoming guide dogs or service dogs.

2-Year Renewal Application – Documentation

• An Application for a Dog Trainer Certificate (SL404) completed by an authorized representative of an ADI or IGDF accredited school
• A passport size and quality photograph of the dog trainer
• A copy of valid government issued photo identification

Alternatively, you can apply for, or renew your GDSD certificate directly online: 

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Retired Dog Certification

Certified guide dogs and service dogs that have retired and remain with their handlers can receive retirement certification. Certification permits them to continue living with their handlers regardless of strata bylaws or rental conditions prohibiting pets. Retired dog certification is available to anyone who has been certified under the Guide Dog and Service Dog Act (the Act), or who holds an identification card issued by a school that is accredited by ADI or IGDF.

Retired dogs may still have protection under the Human Rights Code, regardless of certification.

Retired dog certificate for GDSDA certificate holder: New Application – Documentation

• A completed Application for a Guide or Service Dog Retirement Certificate (SL401)
• A copy of your previous certificate issued under the Guide Dog and Service Dog Act, or a copy of your identification card issued by an ADI or IGDF accredited school
• A photo showing the applicant’s face clearly
• A copy of valid government issued photo identification

2-Year Renewal Application – Documentation

• A completed Application for a Guide or Service Dog Retirement Certificate (SL401) 
• A photo showing the applicant’s face clearly
• A copy of valid government issued photo identification

Alternatively, you can apply for, or renew your GDSD certificate directly online: 

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