The short answer

Extra steps

Applicants licensed in another Canadian province must have their credentials assessed, submit a Letter of Good Standing and other documents, and pass the Nova Scotia Mortuary Law Exam before a licence is issued.

Source
“– Successfully pass the Nova Scotia Mortuary Law Exam by meeting the minimum competency grade of 75% or higher. The required competencies for the Mortuary Law Exam can be found here.”
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Both provinces

Licensed in British ColumbiaMoving to Nova Scotia
Licence status Voluntary certification Certification required
Regulator SkilledTradesBC Board of Registration of Embalmers and Funeral Directors
Guide Funeral director in British Columbia Funeral director in Nova Scotia

Steps to transfer

Not stated by the regulator Check with Board of Registration of Embalmers and Funeral Directors

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Board of Registration of Embalmers and Funeral Directors

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