The short answer

Not stated

The pages describe how registered apprentices from another province or territory can get credit for their training in Ontario, and how Canadian certificate holders apply using a PDF form, but do not state whether they can register without retaking the entry-to-practice exam or a competence assessment.

Source
“If you’re a registered apprentice in another province or territory, you may get credit for your training in Ontario.”
skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices

Both provinces

Licensed in Prince Edward IslandMoving to Ontario
Licence status Certification required Certification required
Regulator Provincial Apprenticeship Board Skilled Trades Ontario
Guide Plumber in Prince Edward Island Plumber in Ontario

Steps to transfer

  1. Find a sponsor in Ontario

    Source
    “1. Find a sponsor in Ontario.”
    skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
  2. Apply for an apprenticeship program

    Source
    “2. Apply for an apprenticeship program in Ontario. - On your application you will need to check off the section of the form that you have completed training in another province.”
    skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices
  3. Verification of out-of-province training

    Source
    “4. Skilled Trades Ontario will contact you to verify your out-of-province training after you have submitted your application.”
    skilledtradesontario.ca/apprenticeship/current-apprentices

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Skilled Trades Ontario

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