The short answer

Extra steps

Dentists licensed in another Canadian province must still complete the MDA registration and licensing requirements, including an accredited dental program, the NDEB exam, CPR certification, a Jurisprudence and Ethics program and an approved MDA application.

Source
“Dentists must complete the following to be eligible to become registered and licensed with MDA: 1) An accredited Dental program 2) The National Dental Examining Board (NDEB) exam 3) A Certification in Resuscitation Program (CPR) 4) An approved Jurisprudence and Ethics program 5) An approved MDA application”
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Both provinces

Licensed in Northwest TerritoriesMoving to Manitoba
Licence status Licence required Licence required
Regulator Professional Licensing Office, NWT Health and Social Services Manitoba Dental Association
Guide Dentist in Northwest Territories Dentist in Manitoba

Steps to transfer

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