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Why is it that some people seem to be hugely successful and do so much, while the vast majority of us struggle to tread water? Amateurs believe that the world should work the way they want it to. Professionals realize that they have to work with the world as they find it. Luck aside, which approach do you think is going to yield better results?
Amateur Certification — Fact Sheet
Guidance for licensees PDF, Licence terms and conditions PDF, Licence terms and conditions audio version MP3, Sample licence PDF, Policy on temporary call signs and call sign enhancement PDF,
Traditionally, amateur radio operators were issued two separate authorizations; an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate and a radio station licence. The Amateur Radio Operator Certificate was issued for life and had no fee associated with it, while the radio station licence was issued on a yearly basis and a licence renewal fee was charged. This certificate is the sole authorization required to operate amateur radio apparatus in the amateur radio service. Although it is no longer necessary for amateurs to renew their licence annually, they are required to inform Industry Canada of any changes in their mailing address. All administrative activities for amateur radio, e. If you are the holder of an Amateur Radio Operator Certificate issued before April 1, , you may obtain a new certificate with a call sign by completing the application form available on our Internet Web site.