The short answer

Direct transfer

Members in good standing with another provincial CPA body may apply to CPA Nova Scotia for membership and are awarded the CPA designation together with any legacy designation, with no additional exam or assessment described.

Source
“Members in good standing with another provincial CPA body may apply to CPA Nova Scotia for membership. Members are awarded the Chartered Professional Accountant together with any legacy designation, if applicable and are entitled to use those designations in the manner prescribed on our website”
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Both provinces

Steps to transfer

Not stated by the regulator Check with Chartered Professional Accountants Nova Scotia

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Chartered Professional Accountants Nova Scotia

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