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Plumber Licence: Moving from Nova Scotia to Alberta

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The short answer

Extra steps

Plumbers from other provinces can work in Alberta if they hold a recognized certificate, and under the Recognized Credentials Program they must submit their certificate and pass a theory exam.

Source
“Plumbers from other provinces and territories can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or license recognized by Alberta.”
alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/plumber

Both provinces

Licensed in Nova ScotiaMoving to Alberta
Licence status Certification required Certification required
Regulator Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Guide Plumber in Nova Scotia Plumber in Alberta

Steps to transfer

  1. Submit recognized certificate

    Source
    “Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
    tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/006

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training

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