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Tattoo Courses in Canada

If you’re living in Canada and looking to become a tattoo artist, you’re in the right place. Our internationally recognized tattoo training course is fully online and includes everything you need to begin — from hygiene and safety to machine handling and tattooing technique.

Recognised Across Canada

Licensing and public health regulations vary by province, but most Canadian cities require training in hygiene, BBP (bloodborne pathogens), and safe tattooing practices. Our course includes all of that — along with a certificate of completion and feedback from instructors.

  • ✅ Ontario – Public Health Unit training + BBP
  • ✅ British Columbia – Health Authority inspections
  • ✅ Alberta – Hygiene and documentation required
  • ✅ Quebec, Manitoba, Saskatchewan, and others – Best practices + business licensing apply

What the Course Covers

  • 🧼 Tattoo hygiene, BBP safety, and setup
  • ⚙️ Tattoo machine tuning and equipment basics
  • ✏️ Lining, shading, and color packing
  • 📝 Client consent, aftercare, and studio readiness
  • 📸 Portfolio creation and assignment review

Student Testimonials from Canada

“This course was everything I needed. I submitted my certificate and BBP module to my local health office and got approved to operate legally!”

— Samantha G., Ontario

“Super well-structured. I learned more in a few weeks online than I did shadowing in a shop. Now I’ve opened a small studio in Calgary.”

— Derek L., Alberta

Your Instructor

Gary Erskine

Gary Erskine, the course creator, has trained thousands of tattoo artists around the world — including many in Canada. His direct teaching style and experience running real studios makes this one of the most trusted programs available online.

Study From Anywhere in Canada

Whether you’re in Toronto, Vancouver, Calgary, Halifax, Montreal or a small town — this course gives you the tools, feedback, and certification you need to get started.