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All locksmith members of the PLAA are vetted by the executive after proving correct credentials to work as a locksmith in Alberta. To find a locksmith in your area please Click Here

The key is to ask for credentials. All locksmiths in Alberta must be Certified by Alberta Industry Training as a Journeyman Locksmith or be enrolled as a locksmith apprentice. Wallet sized cards for each designation exist and are carried by locksmiths at all times. The Solicitor General for public safety issues specific Alberta Government Locksmith licenses under the SSIA Act and these cards must be carried by locksmiths at all times. Some locksmiths may only have a Government SSIA license as they are grandfathered into the system. All locksmiths carry this card. Learn More

The process is quite extensive and intricate which is why we have a dedicated page outlining all the necessary steps needed to become a locksmith in Alberta. Click Here to find out how to start a rewarding career as a locksmith.

Yes! There are two committees with Alberta Industry Training that are made up of employer and employee representatives around Alberta that further act as the voice of industry to make decisions regarding the trade and it's regulations, curriculum, course outline and examinations. These are the Local Apprenticeship Committee and the Provincial Apprenticeship Committee.

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