The short answer

Direct transfer

Applicants already registered in another Canadian jurisdiction can apply based on their active registration in good standing, and the page does not require them to retake an entry-to-practice exam or a competence assessment.

Source
“Active Social Work Registration as a practicing member in good standing in another Canadian jurisdiction.”
mcsw.ca/applicants/rsw-in-another-canadian-jurisdiction

Both provinces

Licensed in OntarioMoving to Manitoba
Licence status Licence required Licence required
Regulator Ontario College of Social Workers and Social Service Workers Manitoba College of Social Workers
Guide Social worker in Ontario Social worker in Manitoba

Steps to transfer

  1. Submit application package

    Source
    “Apply here if you are a member in good standing with a social work regulatory body in Canada.”
    mcsw.ca/applicants/rsw-in-another-canadian-jurisdiction

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with MCSW

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