Please note that some pages are only available in French.
This page is intended for those who have obtained their Bachelor of Engineering degree from a Canadian educational institution outside Quebec. The program of study must be accredited by Engineers Canada’s Accreditation Board (ECAB).
If you are already a P. Eng or a member of a Canadian engineering association, you can apply as a member of another association or try our Preadmission Guide to get an overview of your admission process.
Before you begin the process of obtaining your engineer’s permit, make sure you understand Quebec’s specific requirements, including language, fees and the required documents to evaluate your file.
Language Requirements
In Quebec, the engineering profession requires a sufficient command of the French language. You’ll need to demonstrate your proficiency in French when you apply. For more information, see language requirements.
Fees and Delays
Before submitting your application, check the associated fees and processing times. Complete applications are generally processed within 2-8 weeks. You can find the fee schedule and other useful information on this page or by contacting us directly.
Required Documents
To submit a complete application, be sure to prepare the necessary documents in English or French. Please have them ready before starting the process.
The documents required will vary according to your academic and professional background, and the years since you graduated. Gather these documents before you begin your application to ensure fast and efficient processing.
* If your engineering degree was obtained more than 5 years ago, the knowledge you acquired during your studies may no longer correspond to the current curriculum. You must therefore demonstrate that your work experience or training acquired since then has bridged this gap by one of the following ways:
If you have a degree in a field other than engineering (such as a pure and applied science or technology) and wish to apply to the OIQ, please see the page dedicated to this profile. Your admission process will be slightly different.
A fee is required to process your application and registration for the Profession Admission Program and its theoretical component. Processing will begin after payment is received and a complete application is submitted. Please see the fee schedule for details.
| Application | Registration in the Professional Admission Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Canadian Diplomas (outside of Quebec) | $660 | $ 490 + taxes |
If your first engineering degree was obtained in Canada, you can submit your application online. We’ll start processing your file as soon as it’s complete and you’ve paid the application fee.
“CEP” is the title given to a candidate before he or she is granted an engineering permit. During the professional admission program, you’ll be assessed on 3 levels: practical, theoretical and language.
You’ll acquire key skills through hands-on experience supervised by an engineer. You’ll also have to complete an online theory course, and pass a professional exam. And finally, you’ll have to demonstrate your knowledge of the French language.
If you’re studying in Quebec, you can apply as soon as you’ve completed 60 credits of your accredited bachelor’s degree in engineering, even if you don’t yet have a formal job in the engineering field. Once you’ve submitted your application, it should take 8 to 12 weeks for evaluation. You will be informed of the decision of the Admissions Committee by email.
If you are eligible, all you have to do is gather the necessary documents, complete your application and the adventure begins.
The short answer? Between 2 and 5 years. You’ll need to acquire key skills during at least 24 months of practice under the supervision of an experienced engineer. And you’ll have up to 5 years to complete the program, after which you can replace “CEP” with “ENG”!
Like many things in engineering, it depends. But here’s the most common scenario: For graduates of an accredited engineering program in Quebec, the application costs is $170 and registration to the CEP program is $470. If you register during your studies or within 6 months of graduation, you’ll receive a 50% discount on the registration fee. For more details, consult our fee schedule.
Do I need to translate my documents?
During the application process, the OIQ only accepts documents in English or French.
If your documents are not written in English or French, they must be accompanied by a translation in one of these two languages. The translation must be certified by a translator who is a member of the Ordre des traducteurs, terminologues et interprètes agréés du Québec (OTTIAQ). If you are not located in Quebec, please provide a translation that is recognized by the appropriate authority in your province or country.
However, you are not required to have your course outline translated by a certified translator. You must still provide a translation of documents that are not in English or French. If the translation is not done by a certified translator, the translator must provide a sworn affidavit.
No. To practice engineering in Quebec and use the reserved title of “engineer” (Eng.), you must hold a permit in good standing and be registered on the OIQ’s roll. In addition, the admission and permit process differs if the candidate obtained their engineering degree in Quebec, in another Canadian province, or abroad. By law, the OIQ also requires its members to have appropriate knowledge of French before it issues the permit to practice, although certain exceptions may apply for temporary permits.
More:
• The path to becoming an engineer in Quebec
• Practicing engineering in Quebec, with details on language requirements.
To start your application, create your account online. Once you have submitted your documents and paid the fees, we can begin to analyse your application. Don’t miss this opportunity to advance your career.