Licensing
Gas Contractor
Gas Contractor Bond Information
A Gas Contractor’s Surety Bond is a promise by a surety or guarantor to pay one party (the obligee) a certain amount if a second party (the principal) fails to meet their obligation, such as fulfilling the terms of a contract.
Frequently Asked Questions
- Gas
When working in Saskatchewan, two different licences are required:
- The Gas Fitter licence is for the individual to be allowed to perform the work in the province as a qualified Gas Fitter. We require a copy of their credentials as proof of qualifications to issue the licence; and
- The Gas Contractor licence is for the business/company to pull the permits through TSASK Inspections. We require a Gas Contractor’s guarantee bond to issue the licence.
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No, we issue our own Saskatchewan licence to you. We require proof of qualifications of your licence you obtained through your own province.
- Gas
Yes, these changes are important to keep accurate records of your account. If you do not have a qualifying Gas Fitter, your licence will be closed and you will not be able to pull permits with TSASK Inspections.
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Yes, you can reopen your licence without additional fees, as long as it is not past the expiry date and you provide a new or renewed bond.
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Your licence will be closed and you won’t be able to pull permits with TSASK Inspections.
- Gas
We process completed applications within 24-48 hours. Your licence will be mailed via Canada Post.
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Surety bonds protect consumers by ensuring licensed gas and electrical contractors adhere to their legal responsibilities to correct non-compliant work. Currently, a $10,000 surety bond is required of both gas and electrical contractors in Saskatchewan.
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A bond is available from any licensed insurance company.
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Your licence will be closed and you won’t be able to pull permits with TSASK Inspections.