You will not receive your Assistant Hunting Guide Certification. You may retry but after three unsuccessful attempts you will be required to pay again.

No. All who wish to guide for big game in British Columnbia must pass this exam.

Yes. You must be 18 years of age to write the exam.

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Your certification DOES NOT expire but the information on the card does. You can renew your card online through the website. You are not required to renew your Assistant Hunting Guide ID card. Your HG number remains the same and does not expire. Renewing your Assistant Hunting Guide ID card is completely optional. The cost to renew your card is $50 plus GST. You will also be able to submit a newer photo and update your contact information if needed.

No. Your Assistant Hunting Guide Certification Card is only valid in British Columbia.

No. The photograph is optional.

Yes. You are not restricted to a region, but you must be employed by a licenced guide outfitter. Your employing licenced guide outfitter will provide written authorization. It is unlawful to guide hunters without a written authorization. NOTE: If you are a non-resident of Canada, you MUST have the proper work permit or VISA to allow you to work in Canada. Do It Yourself (DIY) hunts are not legal, even if offered by a guide outfitter in BC. Any activity that you are not paid to do but is a job that you would usually be paid for or would be a valuable work experience for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident is considered work for which you require a work permit.

Do It Yourself (DIY) hunts are not legal, even if offered by a guide outfitter in BC. Any activity that you are not paid to do but is a job that you would usually be paid for or would be a valuable work experience for a Canadian citizen or permanent resident is considered work for which you require a work permit.

You can work for as many BC outfitters at one time as you want. You will need to ensure you carry the appropriate written authorization and a government-issued photo ID with you while guiding.

Replacement cards are available for $50 CAD plus GST. To order your replacement card please log into the exam website.

The fee is non-refundable. A copy of the GOABC's Refund Policy viewed at The GOABC's Refund Policy.