The short answer

Extra steps

Applicants holding a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta must submit the certificate and pass a theory exam to qualify for certification.

Source
“If you hold a recognized trade certificate from outside of Alberta, you are authorized to work in the full scope of the trade in Alberta.”
tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/0272

Both provinces

Licensed in Northwest TerritoriesMoving to Alberta
Licence status Voluntary certification Voluntary certification
Regulator Apprenticeship, Trades and Occupations Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training
Guide Parts technician - materials technician in Northwest Territories Parts technician - materials technician in Alberta

Steps to transfer

  1. Submit recognized trade certificate

    Source
    “Submit a copy of a recognized trade certificate from outside Alberta.”
    tradesecrets.alberta.ca/trades-in-alberta/profiles/0272

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training

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