The short answer

Direct transfer

Applicants currently registered in another regulated Canadian province can register through the labour mobility provisions by having their current regulator complete a CFTA form, without retaking the entry-to-practice exam or a competence assessment.

Source
“Medical imaging or radiation therapy professionals currently working in a regulated province should follow this application process.”
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Both provinces

Licensed in QuebecMoving to Nova Scotia
Licence status Licence required Licence required
Regulator — Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy
Guide Diagnostic medical sonographer in Quebec Diagnostic medical sonographer in Nova Scotia

Steps to transfer

  1. Complete CFTA transfer form

    Source
    “Ask your current MIRTP regulatory organization to complete the Canadian Free Trade Agreement CFTA Form and forward the completed form to NSRMIRT at [email protected].”
    nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicants-currently-regis...
  2. Complete online application

    Source
    “Complete an online application. The application is a legal document. You must answer all sections completely and accurately.”
    nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicants-currently-regis...
  3. Compile supporting documentation

    Source
    “Applicants for registration must be able to demonstrate that they meet the following registration requirements:”
    nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicants-currently-regis...
  4. Pay registration fees

    Source
    “Effective January 1 2026, the annual NSRMIRT registration fee is $570, and the initial application fee is $150.”
    nscmirtp.ca/applicants/canadian-educated-applicants-currently-regis...

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Nova Scotia Regulator of Medical Imaging and Radiation Therapy

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