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Chemist Licence: Moving from Nova Scotia to Alberta
The short answer
Direct transfer
Chemists already registered with another provincial association have their credentials recognized for a seamless move to Alberta. Source
“If you are already a member of another provincial Association, like the ACPBC in British Columbia, the ACPO in Ontario, or from any other provincial jurisdiction, your credentials will be recognized for a seamless move.”
pchem.ca/resources/becoming-a-professional-chemist
Both provinces
| Licensed in Nova Scotia | Moving to Alberta | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Title protected |
| Regulator | Nova Scotia Chemists' Society | Association of the Chemical Profession of Alberta |
| Guide | Chemist in Nova Scotia | Chemist in Alberta |
Steps to transfer
Not stated by the regulator Check with ACPA
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with ACPA
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