The Conference Board of Canada published a report on the subject that by 2022, the country will have a nursing shortage of more than 60,000 people. According to industry-focused organizations such as the World Economic Forum, nurses are not only in demand now. But, will be over the next ten years as well. The number is expected to double in the next ten years, to a mind-boggling 142,000.

Why Choose Canada?

You have a strong chance of obtaining permanent residency in Canada once you begin working as a registered nurse. This is something that few developed countries offer. Canada is an immigrant-friendly country. It is home to multi-cultural people from all walks of life. It accounts for roughly 20% of the population. 

Immigrants with a history in healthcare are given priority. However, it is important to remember that one of the main driving forces that draw you to Canada is the desire for a better quality of life. Second is the higher pay than you can get in your own country. Canada is also a preferred destination for foreign employees in terms of talent recognition.

Educational Requirement To Work As A Nurse In Canada

To work in Canada, your education and knowledge are important. The educational requirements for foreign-trained nurses to work in Canada are as follows:

• You must have received your education from a recognized/approved institution in your own country.
• You must be registered as a nurse with your local nursing council and have a license as a registered nurse or midwife.
• With two to five years of expertise in the nursing profession, you'll be able to process your immigration to Canada quickly.

Evaluation of credentials

If your educational qualification meets Canadian standards, it must be reviewed.

• You'll conduct a credential evaluation in your own country.
• The evaluation of nursing qualifications is conducted by recognized bodies in Canada. The National Nursing Assessment Service, or NNAS, will evaluate your credentials.
• At this point, you must decide which province or state in Canada you desire to apply to. This is necessary since each state and province has its own set of eligibility and access requirements. They even have different needs. As a result, multiple criteria are used to evaluate credentials for varied requirements.

Steps To Work In Canada As A Nurse

As a nurse, there are numerous options for relocating to Canada, as this is a highly sought-after profession. We've compiled a list of the best three ways to immigrate to Canada by landing a position in the nursing field:

Canada Express Entry

Nurses can use Express Entry to manage skilled worker applications for permanent residency online.

Provincial Nominee Program

Workers who have the talents, education, and job experience to contribute to the economy of a given province or territory are eligible for this program. Each province and territory has its own rules and "streams" (immigration schemes that target specific populations). Provinces and territories may, for example, target students, skilled and semi-skilled workers in a program stream.

Atlantic Immigration Pilot

This initiative connects potential immigrants with Canadian employers who have the necessary qualifications and expertise. The goal of this program is to find workers in skilled trades, professional, management, and technical fields.

Nursing positions in Canada are more available than ever, although the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) predicts a continuous shortage of nurses in the future. Internationally educated nurses can seek to work in Canada temporarily. If the candidate obtains a genuine job offer and, as a result, a work permit, temporary residency for foreign qualified nurses may be obtained.

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