Chemist Licence: Moving from Ontario to British Columbia
The short answer
Direct transfer
Proof of current registration in Alberta, Ontario, or Quebec is sufficient for registration in BC under reciprocal recognition agreements. Source
“We have reciprocal recognition agreements with Alberta (ACPA), Ontario (ACPO), and Quebec (OCQ); proof of current registration in these provinces is sufficient for registration in BC.”
pchembc.ca/application-faqs
Both provinces
| Licensed in Ontario | Moving to British Columbia | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Voluntary certification |
| Regulator | Association of the Chemical Profession of Ontario | Association of the Chemical Profession of British Columbia |
| Guide | Chemist in Ontario | Chemist in British Columbia |
Steps to transfer
Not stated by the regulator Check with Association of the Chemical Profession of British Columbia
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Association of the Chemical Profession of British Columbia
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