Quebec Diving Permits

In 2004, the province of Quebec introduced legislation to help improve diver safety. As a result of the legislation, permits are now required in addition to your certification card to dive in Quebec (including pools). The legislation is overseen by the FQAS (Federation Quebecois des Activites Subaquatiques) and we are mandated by the FQAS to administer the necessary requirements to obtain your Quebec diving permit (diver and instructor levels).

There are 3 levels of diver permits and 2 levels of instructor permits. Diver permits are valid for 3 years. Instructor permits are valid for 1 year and includes both your permit to teach and permit to dive. The level is determined by the certifcation level you hold through your training agency.

In general:
Class A diver - Open Water Diver
Class B diver - Advanced Open Water Diver & Rescue Diver