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# Principal Broker Licensing Requirements

**Principal Broker Licensing Requirements**
Each firm must appoint a broker holding an “Unrestricted” registration to act as the Principal Broker responsible for the direction and supervision of the firm and its employees. The Principal Broker is also responsible for the compliance of the business with the RIB Act, Regulations and By-laws.

Please email licensing@ribo.com a copy of your resume and any licenses/designations you hold in order to determine which exams you would have to write.  This will include writing the [RIBO Management Exam](https://www.ribo.com/examinations/unrestricted-management) or the [Accelerated Management Exam](https://www.ribo.com/examinations/accelerated-management/). The exam is available online, as are study materials. Individuals can register for RIBO exams directly with the[ Insurance Institute of Ontario](https://www.insuranceinstitute.ca/en/institutes-and-

The Principal Broker must be made a director or officer of the legal corporation to qualify under our regulations, in addition to passing the required examination(s).