The short answer

Direct transfer

An architect currently licensed and in good standing in at least one Canadian jurisdiction can apply as a Reciprocal Applicant, and the page does not require them to retake an entry-to-practice exam or competence assessment.

Source
“Reciprocal Applicant - An Architect who is currently licensed and in good standing in at least one Canadian jurisdiction.”
nwtaa.ca/applications

Both provinces

Licensed in Prince Edward IslandMoving to Northwest Territories
Licence status Licence required Licence required
Regulator The Architects’ Association of Prince Edward Island Northwest Territories Association of Architects
Guide Architect in Prince Edward Island Architect in Northwest Territories

Steps to transfer

  1. Provide home jurisdiction certificate

    Source
    “Canadian applicants via ROAC: Certificate of Licence/Regristration from your home jurisdiction”
    nwtaa.ca/applications

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with NWTAA

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