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Searching for a contractor or a licence number: consult the Licence holders' repertory.

Searching for a contractor or a licence number: consult the Licence holders' repertory.

Issuance and amendment of licences
Please note that our processing times are currently longer than usual. As of May 15, 2026, we are processing applications received on the following dates:

  • Priority applications: April 20, 2026
  • Regular applications: March 23, 2026

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13.1 Contractor – Lightning protection

This subclass authorizes construction work that is not the exclusive domain of electrical contractors, and relates to lightning protection installations as well as similar or related construction work.   

Additional explanations

This subclass authorizes, without exceeding the regulatory framework, construction work related to:

  • the installation of underground counterweights and the grounding of transmission lines  
  • the installation of lightning conductors

NOTE: An electrical contractor (16.0)

If in doubt as to the applicable subclass, refer to the Keyword Index or contact us.

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The last reference period ended on March 31, 2026. You have 90 days to report your hours.

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