Do You Have A Smart Serve Certificate issued Before July 1, 2018? Yikes… renew by June 30th
On November 9, 2021, the Alcohol and Gaming Commission of Ontario (AGCO) announced they are introducing a new 5-year Smart Serve recertification requirement, effective July 1, 2022.
Read the full AGCO news bulletin – CLICK HERE
If you hold a certificate issued PRIOR to July 1, 2018, your certificate will expire on June 30, 2023.
Anyone certified on or after July 1, 2018, will have 5-years, from the date of issue, to recertify.
It will be the certificate holder’s responsibility to recertify BEFORE their certificate expires. All valid Smart Serve certificate holders can recertify for a discounted price of $29.95 if you do so prior to your certificate expiring.
How do I renew my Smart Serve certificate? https://smartserve.ca/recertification-5-year-requirement/
- Step 1: Login or register to get started
- Step 2: Purchase and complete the online training
- Step 3: Take the proctored Final Test (mobile friendly)
- Step 4: Download, save or print your eCertificate
If you have any questions about how to access your online account or how to access your eCertificate, please review our Frequently Asked Questions – CLICK HERE
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