Gold Seal

CCA’s Gold Seal Certification is a nationally recognized standard of excellence for construction management professionals. Earned through industry experience, education, and examination, Gold Seal Certification enhances your professional development, improves your job mobility, and markets your skills, competence, and experience.

The Program certifies Estimators, Forepersons, Owner’s Construction Managers, Project Managers, Safety Practitioners and Superintendents working in Canada’s industrial, commercial, institutional, and civil (ICIC) construction sectors. Gold Seal Certified (GSC) construction management professionals have attained the highest standard of excellence in the industry, have proven industry experience and are held in the highest regard.

Companies that employ GSC professionals are seen as leaders for their commitment to quality and excellence through education, training, and continual skill development.

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Notice: Fee changes for Gold Seal effective Jan 1, 2026

The Canadian Construction Association (CCA) remains committed to keeping the Gold Seal Certification Program current with the industry’s evolving needs and ensuring program pricing stays aligned with comparable professional qualifications and industry standards. As such, the CCA has updated the Gold Seal application and accreditation fees effective January 1, 2026.

Note: Applicants enrolled in the Gold Seal Certification Program prior to January 1, 2026, will be required to pay the updated fees when advancing to the Gold Seal Certification (GSC) application and exam. Previous fees will not be honoured for any applications or exams submitted on or after January 1, 2026.

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