Painter and Decorator Licence: Moving from Alberta to New Brunswick
The short answer
Direct transfer
Tradespeople with a valid out-of-province Certificate of Qualification or Red Seal endorsement can work in New Brunswick using their existing credential without first obtaining a New Brunswick Certificate of Qualification. Source
“Tradespeople with a valid out-of-province Certificate of Qualification (C of Q) or Red Seal endorsement can work in New Brunswick using their existing credential. They may also be able to supervise apprentices if program requirements are met.”
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Both provinces
| Licensed in Alberta | Moving to New Brunswick | |
|---|---|---|
| Licence status | Voluntary certification | Voluntary certification |
| Regulator | Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training | New Brunswick Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour |
| Guide | Painter and decorator in Alberta | Painter and decorator in New Brunswick |
Steps to transfer
Not stated by the regulator Check with New Brunswick Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with New Brunswick Department of Post-Secondary Education, Training and Labour
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