{"id":265,"date":"2015-11-05T05:19:16","date_gmt":"2015-11-05T10:19:16","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/tico.ca\/blog\/?p=265"},"modified":"2026-01-07T11:02:09","modified_gmt":"2026-01-07T16:02:09","slug":"become-travel-agent-ontario","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.tico.ca\/blog\/become-travel-agent-ontario","title":{"rendered":"3 Steps to Become a Travel Agent in Ontario!"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

On January 5, 2026, TICO\u2019s Education Standards Program became the TICO Certification Program. <\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

The program transitioned from a static study manual to an interactive e-learning experience. Rather than two levels \u2013 Travel Counsellor and Supervisor\/Manager \u2013 there is now a single seamless learning experience and exam. The fee for the program has been updated to $150. For more information about the new program, key transition dates and fees,\u00a0click here<\/a>.<\/mark><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Being a travel agent is a rewarding and exciting career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Generally, travel agents either work from home or from a travel agency office. Whether you choose to be a home-based or agency-based agent, there are important certification requirements that you need to be aware of if you want to work and legally sell travel services in Ontario.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The travel industry in Ontario is regulated. The Travel Industry Council of Ontario (TICO) is Ontario\u2019s travel regulator and administers the legislation that regulates the approximately 1,900 travel retailers, websites and travel wholesalers (tour operators) located and operating in the province.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Every person in Ontario who works for a retail travel agency and sells travel services or provides travel advice to the public must, by law, successfully complete TICO\u2019s Certification Program and exam. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Here are three steps to get started in the travel industry in Ontario:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

STEP 1: Consider your training options    <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Before obtaining your TICO certification, consider the various education and training options available to choose from. Completing one of these programs is not mandatory<\/strong><\/span>, but something to consider.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

You can complete a travel and tourism program in person or online at several colleges or specialized tourism training institutes.\u00a0Having the proper training and credentials is extremely valuable and can help you be more successful in your career.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Please note<\/strong>: TICO does not endorse these programs. The below list is for informational purposes only.<\/p>\n\n\n

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In-person travel agent courses & certificate programs:<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n