Quick Reference Information about the Program
A few words about us
What is the Ontario Approved Professionals Program?
The Ontario Approved Professionals Program was established to help the general public in Ontario connect with high quality and authentic professionals.
Our goals at Ontario Approved Professionals are:
- To ensure quality, integrity and consistency in local professionals who offer services to the public
- To connect local consumers with our Approved Professionals who represent a variety of business sectors within Ontario
- To ensure that our Approved Professionals possess the necessary certifications, insurances and / or educational training to provide the products and services they offer
- Follow a Code of Conduct to ensure consumers receive the highest level of service
Where will your Membership Fees be used for?
The Ontario Approved Professionals operate as a for profit, private affiliation organization. However, we do our utmost to ensure the fees collected from Membership Dues go back to the primary directive of advertising and supporting our members.
Membership Fees allocation summary:
- 60% Advertising, Social-Media, and Website Development/Maintenance.
- 25% Recruitment, Wages and Commissions.
- 10% Brand Marketing and Expansion of the Program.
- 5% Sponsorships and Community Contributions.
Why join the Ontario Approved Program?
Aligning with Ontario Approved Professionals, you’re promoting your company as one of high quality, with guarantees to the public.
- As a member, you benefit from the “Go To” network we’ve created for consumers and members alike
- The Ontario Approved Professionals logo serves as a symbol of quality, integrity, and consistency of service
- Our “Go To” Network is utilized by potential clients and professionals through our social media presence, website and active community involvement
- Participating in monthly events/meetings
- Ontario Approved Professionals are heavily involved in our local communities by way of private & public events, training & information programs and charity functions
- Group insurance for members
- Save money through member to member referral programs and discount offers
In addition, we aim to have our network heavily involved in local communities by means of: private & public events, training & information programs and charity functions.
How we are Selecting Our Members:
Ontario Approved Professionals complete a standard member application, which will verify professional standing, insurance, education, government regulations, recent work and professional references. (Credentials will all be in relation to the applicants trade / service)
All this will help us ensure that we can label successful applicants as an Ontario Approved Professional.
The application process includes an extensive screening process, which generally includes:
- Trade References: Reaching out to trade references, to get professional feedback on professionalism, conduct in the workplace and quality of workmanship.
- Client References: Reaching out to recent client references, to get first hand client experiences and feedback on conduct in the workplace and quality of workmanship.
- Professional Requirements: We ask all applicants to provide evidence of trade professional certifications (BCIN, Master Licenses, Tarion Warranty, etc….)
- Insurance Requirements: All applicants are to provide evidence of required insurance coverage (Liability insurance, WSIB, Workers Compensation, etc….)
All applications are reviewed & verified by our Membership Review Team. This is a confidential review panel of professionals. This Membership Review Team will be made up of three existing members.
What Types of Professionals do we Support?
Ontario Approved Professionals supports all segments and sizes of local professionals providing high quality products and services, are accountable, credible and possess all of the necessary insurances, certifications and education.
The Ontario Approved Professional network is looking for all ranges, types and branches of professionals! If your company follows the rules, regulations and standards of your trade, showcase yourself with us and set your firm a part from the rest!
Today’s consumer is savvy and well-researched, taking the steps to check the backgrounds and certifications of the professionals they seek to hire. They require proof or evidence that they are hiring and entrusting a true professional. Our network showcases these types of professionals to today’s savvy consumer.
We are accepting applications from all types of professionals. Contact us today!
Our Team
David Annable
President / Co-Founder
CDN Approved Professionals Inc.
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
Natasha Annable
Vice-President / Co-Founder
CDN Approved Professionals Inc.
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
ANGUS BICKERTON
Executive Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
KEVIN SPENCER
Executive Officer
ONT Approved Professionals
DAN BEATTIE
Executive Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
FRASER HARDY
Executive Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
NATASHA ANNABLE
Recruitment Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
Kingston South Frontenac Division
natasha@ontapproved.ca
JACQUELINE AARON
Recruitment Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
Leeds & Grenville Division
JENNIFER CURRIE
Recruitment Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
Lanark Frontenac Lennox
& Addington Division
jcurrie.ontapproved@gmail.com
LAURIE BONSALL
Recruitment Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
Stormont Dundas & Glengarry Division
BLINDA CAMPBELL
Recruitment Officer
ONT Approved Professionals Inc.
Ottawa Orleans & Nepean Division