The short answer

Not stated

For voluntary trades like welder, the CFTA certification process does not apply because you can work in Manitoba without mandatory credentials.

Source
“If your trade is categorized as voluntary, the CFTA certification process does not apply because you can work in Manitoba without mandatory credentials. You are legally allowed to work in the trade without certification.”
gov.mb.ca/apprenticeship/explore-trades/labour-mobility.html

Both provinces

Licensed in Nova ScotiaMoving to Manitoba
Licence status Voluntary certification Voluntary certification
Regulator Nova Scotia Apprenticeship Agency Apprenticeship Manitoba
Guide Welder in Nova Scotia Welder in Manitoba

Steps to transfer

Not stated by the regulator Check with Apprenticeship Manitoba

Processing time: Not stated by the regulator Check with Apprenticeship Manitoba

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