Canadian Basic Amateur Radio Course

Study guide for the Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada basic examination.

Master the essential knowledge to become a licensed amateur radio operator in Canada. This free, self-paced online course prepares you to pass the 100-question multiple choice exam with practice exams using questions from the official ISED question bank.

Passing Grade

🥱 Basic Qualification (You don't want this)
Achieve 70% to unlock basic amateur radio privileges. This includes a callsign and VHF/UHF bands for local communications.🤩 Basic with Honours Qualification (You want this one)
Achieve 80% or more to unlock VHF/UHF privileges and HF bands for worldwide communications.

Next Steps

After completing this course:📝 Practice for the exam with the official ISED practice exams to ensure that you're ready for the real test.📅 Book your test with an accredited examiner. Find one near you via ISED's search tool.💪 Upgrade to Advanced if you feel the additional privileges will benefit you.