Machinist Licence: Moving from Manitoba to Alberta
The short answer
Extra steps
Machinists trained in other provinces can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or license recognized by Alberta or have the skills and knowledge expected of an Alberta journeyperson, which means qualifying through the Trades Qualifier Program with a theory and practical exam. Source
“Machinists trained in other provinces and territories can work in Alberta if they hold a certificate or license recognized by Alberta or have the skills and knowledge expected of a journeyperson certified in Alberta.”
alis.alberta.ca/occinfo/certifications-in-alberta/machinist
Both provinces
| Licensed in Manitoba | Moving to Alberta | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Voluntary certification |
| Regulator | Apprenticeship Manitoba | Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training |
| Guide | Machinist in Manitoba | Machinist in Alberta |
Steps to transfer
Submit recognized certificate
Source
“Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/015Pass theory and practical exams
Source
“Pass a theory exam. 3. Pass a practical exam ($115.00).”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/015
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
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