The short answer

Direct transfer

An out-of-province or territory apprentice working temporarily in Nova Scotia does not have to register again and there are no further requirements to work as an apprentice in Nova Scotia.

Source
“If you are an Out-of-province/territory apprentice planning to work TEMPORARILY in Nova Scotia: Make sure you carry your apprentice ID card. You do NOT have to register again in Nova Scotia. There are no further requirements for you to be able to work as an apprentice in Nova Scotia.”
nsapprenticeship.ca/get-started/labour-mobility/apprentice-mobility

Both provinces

Licensed in OntarioMoving to Nova Scotia
Licence status Voluntary certification Voluntary certification
Regulator Skilled Trades Ontario Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency
Guide Heavy duty equipment technician in Ontario Heavy duty equipment technician in Nova Scotia

Steps to transfer

Not stated by the regulator Check with Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency

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