TOUR GUIDE LICENCE
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In Canada there are various laws surrounding guiding. Local By-laws in various cities dictate what permit or tour guide licence is required. Below is a list of cities that have special requirements for guides. If the city is not listed there is no regulation surrounding a tour guide licence in the area.
TGT has graduates that are licenced in their city of residence. You may contact us to hire a local guide or contact the city you are interested in.
Quebec City
The city of Quebec requires a licence for guiding within the city limits. The details are not currently available to the public. Please inquire directly to the city of Quebec at: 1.877.Bonjour
Montreal
The city of Montreal requires a licence for all guiding within the city limits. This includes walking tours, coach tours and small group touring. For details on the Montreal Guide Licence click here.
Niagara Falls
Niagara Falls Parks Commission requires that tour guides providing commentary along the Niagara Parkway and within the park have a guide licence. If you do not have a licenced guide on the coach they will provide one (for a fee). For details on the Niagara Guide Licence click here.
Guide Associations
Although not all cities or countries have licensing requirements there often are Guide Associations in an area.
Canadian Tour Guide Association of Toronto
