Bookstore accreditation in Québec: application and follow-up
Choose the bookstore category, prepare a di@pason application and organize annual reporting.
Accreditation applies to a specific establishment; a new branch is not automatically covered.
Choose the category
Distinguish French-language, English-language and specialized bookstores. Check the ownership, sales and inventory requirements for your category. [1]
Assemble the application
Gather the evidence requested in the current form. Submit the application and attachments through di@pason and keep a copy. [1]
Follow the review
Allow for inspection and requests for clarification. Wait for the decision and certificate before describing the bookstore as accredited. [1]
Plan annual reporting
Plan the report for each accredited establishment within six months of the financial year-end. Assign someone to maintain the records and deadline calendar; the ministry does not have to send a reminder. [2]