Information you need to know to work as a Land Agent

Who is the licensing body responsible for Land Agents in Alberta?

In Alberta, you must be licensed to act as a Land Agent or advertise yourself as a Land Agent. To learn more about Land Agents Licensing, visit the Government of Alberta Land Agent’s licensing website.

What are the registration requirements for Land Agents in Alberta?

Internationally educated Land Agents follow the same application process as Canadian Applicants:

1. Apply for an Interim Land Agent License to Alberta Labour, Land Agents Licensing.
   1. Enter into a training agreement to work under the supervision of one or more Permanent Land Agent Licensee(s); submit a copy of the training agreement.
   2. Submit copy of official transcripts showing completion of at least two years of post-secondary education related to land agent work.
2. Pass the interim land agent license exam with a minimum pass mark of 76%.
3. Complete the Land Agents Licensing Distance Learning Course with a minimum pass mark of 70%.
4. Complete 12 consecutive months of work under the supervision of a permanent land agent licensee. Your supervisor must submit a performance evaluation recommending that you become a permanent land agent.
5. Complete the permanent land agent application and submit it with a copy of the Certificate of Completion indicating that you passed the Land Agents Licensing Distance Learning course.
6. Pass the Permanent land agent license exam with a minimum pass mark of 70%.
7. A permanent land agent license is renewable every two years provided the licensee has met the renewal qualifications.

For more detailed information, read How to Become a Land Agent on the Government of Alberta Land Agent’s licensing website. 

What are the accepted English language proficiency tests and where can I be tested?

There are no formal English requirements for Land Agents; however, Land Agents must have a high level of English in the areas of reading, writing, speaking and listening skills in order to be successful in the profession. To learn more about where to take an English language proficiency test in Alberta, visit English Language Proficiency Tests and Locations.

What resources and supports are available for internationally educated Land Agents?

Directions for Immigrants offers workplace communication groups to help you integrate into the Canadian work environment. The Clear Communication for Business workplace communication group is designed to help internationally educated professional fine-tune their communication skills with colleagues, supervisors, and clients. In one week, you will learn through role-play and scenarios the nuances and expectations of the Canadian business culture. Topics include active listening, assertiveness, conflict resolution, problem solving, and teamwork. Visit Clear Communication for Business for more information.

What information sources are available for Land Agents in Alberta?

• Alberta Association of Surface Land Agents (AASLA)
• Canadian Association of Petroleum Landmen (CAPL)
• International Right of Way Association (IRWA)

Additional Occupational Information

For more information on occupations, duties and wages, visit:

• Alberta Learning Information Service (ALIS) / Land Agent
• Opportunity Alberta
• Occupations in Alberta