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Free RIBO Level 1 Exam Prep

RIBO Level 1 Entry-Level Broker Exam

Prepare for the RIBO Level 1 exam without spending hundreds on expensive prep courses. Free study guides, practice questions, flashcards, and related exam resources.

Your Study Path

RIBO Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) Exams License: Complete Roadmap

Follow this path to organize your licensing and exam preparation

1

Phase 1: RIB Act & Professional StandardsYou are here

Study licensing rules, ethical standards, code of conduct, trust accounts, and continuing education requirements.

15
hours
2

Phase 2: Ontario Auto Policy (O.A.P. 1)

Thoroughly analyze all sections of the O.A.P. 1, including liability, DCPD, physical damage, and the updated SABS benefits.

25
hours
3

Phase 3: Habitational Property & Commercial Lines

Review Homeowners, Tenant, and Condo packages, Statutory Conditions, CGL, surety bonds, and travel stability clauses.

25
hours
Estimated total study time
65 hours
That's about 7 weeks at 10 hours/week

Can You Take the RIBO Level 1 Exam?

Check if you meet the basic eligibility requirements

Age
Education
Completion of RIBO-approved exam preparation course recommended.
Experience
No prior insurance experience required to write the Level 1 exam.
Additional Requirements
  • •Must be employed by or have an offer of employment from a RIBO-registered brokerage to activate the licence.
  • •Must be of good character and repute.

RIBO Level 1 Quick Facts

Time to Get Licensed

4-6 weeks of dedicated study

From start to license in hand

Exam Provider

Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO)

Remote Testing Available
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Retake Policy

Candidates who fail must wait a mandatory cooling-off period (usually 30 days) before rewriting, and pay the full exam fee again.

Total Cost Breakdown

Exam Fee$325 CAD registration fee
Total Estimated Cost$400 - $800 CAD (including study materials and prep courses)
Why Choose Us

Free RIBO Level 1 Prep Tools

100 Practice Questions

Comprehensive bank covering RIB Act, O.A.P. 1, habitational property, commercial liability, and travel coverages.

Detailed Explanations

Every question includes rationales for both correct and incorrect choices to reinforce learning.

2026 Updated

Fully updated with current Ontario Insurance Act amendments, SABS accident benefit changes, and RIBO by-laws.

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What You'll Study

18 chapters covering the exam topics in this guide

RIBO Level 1 Exam Details

RIBO Level 1 Entry-Level Broker Exam

Administered by Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO)

Official Source
75% (75/100 scored questions)
Passing Score
115
Questions
180
Hours
$325 CAD
Exam Fee
Study time: 60-80 hours
Prerequisites: Minimum 18 years of age, employment with a RIBO-registered brokerage or intention to be, and meeting the character/honesty standards.
Valid for: Ongoing, subject to annual licensing renewal and 8 hours of continuing education (CE) credits

Exam Content Breakdown

Based on the official Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) content outline

Ontario RIB Act, Regulations, and RIBO By-laws22%

Ethics, licensing requirements, trust account rules, broker duties, and professional standards.

Ontario Automobile Insurance (O.A.P. 1)25%

Auto policy sections, liability coverages, SABS accident benefits (including 2026 reforms), DCPD, and Statutory Conditions.

Habitational Property Policies25%

Homeowners (Comprehensive, Broad, Basic), Tenant and Condo policies, property exclusions, and Statutory Conditions (Property).

Commercial Property and Liability23%

Commercial General Liability (CGL), commercial property forms, co-insurance calculations, business interruption, and surety bonds.

Travel Insurance5%

Out-of-province medical coverage, pre-existing condition stability clauses, trip cancellation, and trip interruption.

What's Included

18 Chapters

Complete exam coverage

Practice Quizzes

With detailed explanations

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What's Next After the RIBO Level 1?

After passing the RIBO Level 1, you can pursue these career paths

RIBO Level 2 (Unrestricted Technical) Exam

For brokers seeking to advance their technical knowledge and operate without supervision.

Coming Soon

RIBO Level 3 (Unrestricted Management) Exam

For experienced brokers seeking to manage or own a RIBO brokerage.

Coming Soon

RIBO Level 1 Exam FAQ

Official Registered Insurance Brokers of Ontario (RIBO) Resources

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