The short answer

Direct transfer

An optician licensed in another Canadian province can apply as a labour mobility applicant and is not required to complete any additional training or examinations before becoming registered.

Source
“You won’t be required to complete any additional training or examinations before becoming registered—you’ll just need to complete and submit an application, then await further instruction.”
chcpbc.org/applicants/opticianry

Both provinces

Licensed in Prince Edward IslandMoving to British Columbia
Licence status Licence required Licence required
Regulator — College of Health and Care Professionals of BC
Guide Optician in Prince Edward Island Optician in British Columbia

Steps to transfer

Not stated by the regulator Check with CHCPBC

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with CHCPBC

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