Licensing Related Forms
ESA is committed to processing 80% of new complete Master Electrician and Electrical Contractor licence applications within 30 business days. Learn more about ESA's commitment here.
Apply for EC & ME Licences or ME Exam
All licensing activities, including applications for Electrical Contractor (EC) and Master Electrician (ME) licences, as well as the ME Exam, must be completed through ESA’s online Licensing Platform. If you are an existing licence holder, all licensing business, including renewals, payments, and changes to information must also be completed through the online licensing platform. The platform offers a fast, simple, and convenient way to manage your licensing needs.
Access the Licensing Platform here.
Report Unlicensed Activity
If you suspect someone is doing electrical work without a licence or not meeting their licence requirements, please let us know. You can report it to ESA anonymously using our online form and we’ll investigate.
File a report of unlicensed activity here.
Standards of Service
ESA is committed to processing 80% of new complete Master Electrician and Electrical Contractor applications within 30 business days.
Once the Licensing Team has received a complete licence application, along with the supporting documentation, the team will review the file to ensure that the application is complete. The applicant may be contacted if additional information is required.
Please note: Incomplete applications may result in further delays and/or return of the application.
View Requirements for Electrical Contractor Licence
View Requirements for Master Electrician Licence
Application Processing
The Electrical Safety Authority will take one of the following actions on the application once the assessment process is complete:
- Granting of a licence — If the application is completed correctly, a licence fee is processed and the licence is granted, the applicant will be notified by email.
- In case the license is denied, or granted subject to Conditions or Limitations, the applicant will receive further correspondence with the details outlining next steps.
What to Expect After Licence Is Granted
Applicants will receive an email notifying them of the approved licence and additional materials as applicable.
Once you receive your licence, please take time to review requirements applicable to Electrical Contractors and Master Electricians, including Licence Holder Standards of Conduct and Guidelines for Licence Holders.