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If you’re thinking of pursuing nursing in Canada, CanDo Immigration provides expert application assistance for internationally educated nurses looking to immigrate.

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Achieve Your Canadian Nursing Dream Now

If you're a nurse looking to build your future in Canada, CanDo Immigration is here to help you navigate the process.

Our experienced consultants understand the unique pathways and requirements for nurses. From identifying the right immigration program to helping prepare a strong application, we guide you through the complexities of Canadian immigration. Once your application is approved, we continue to support your journey, helping you secure the necessary permits, plan your move, and settle into your new role and community in Canada.

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Guiding You Through The Immigration Pathways For Nurses

CanDo Immigration will meticulously walk you through your immigration options to ensure a successful outcome.

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Express Entry

We help registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and internationally educated nurses create a strong Express Entry profile that highlights their education, work experience, and eligibility. Nurses may also benefit from targeted healthcare Express Entry draws, where candidates in high-demand health-sector roles are prioritized for permanent residency. CanDo Immigration helps position your application to improve your chances of being invited to apply.

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Provincial Nominee Program

The Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) is designed to help provinces address local healthcare professional shortages. Through nurse-focused streams such as those within the BC PNP, Ontario PNP, and other provincial programs, nurses may be nominated for permanent residency. CanDo Immigration helps you identify the right provincial stream, prepare a strong application, and align your profile.

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Work Permit

Many nurses begin their journey with a temporary work permit supported by a job offer from a Canadian healthcare employer. We help employers with their LMIA applications so they can hire internationally trained nurses, and then help them hire nurses for the role. Then we help you navigate the process from job offer to work permit, ensuring your application is accurate, complete, and aligned with Canadian immigration requirements.

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Why Trust CanDo With Your Canadian Nursing Career

For over 35 years, CanDo Immigration has supported internationally trained healthcare professionals in building successful careers in Canada. Our approach is grounded in excellence, honesty, passion, and respect, values that matter when guiding nurses through complex immigration pathways.

Our team understands the demand for nurses in Canada and focuses on preparing strong, accurate applications that meet Canadian immigration requirements.

A Proven Track Record of Successful Applications 

With decades of experience, CanDo Immigration has helped internationally educated nurses successfully navigate the process of working and settling in Canada. Our team understands how to prepare strong applications that meet Canadian immigration requirements.

A Partner for Every Step of the Way

With CanDo Immigration, you have a dedicated partner guiding you through every stage of your journey to working in Canada’s healthcare sector. We support you from eligibility to application to final transition.

A Tailored Approach to Your Immigration Challenges

We understand that every nurse's background is different. That’s why we tailor our approach to your experience and goals. We align your profile with the most suitable immigration pathways to help you move forward with confidence.

Guiding You with Transparency and Trust

We provide clear, honest guidance at every stage of your immigration process. Our team ensures you understand your options, requirements, and next steps.

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Let CanDo Immigration guide you through every step of your application to work and live in Canada as a nurse.

 

Frequently Asked Questions

How can I immigrate to Canada as a nurse?

There are several pathways to immigrate to Canada as a nurse, including the Express Entry system and Provincial Nominee Programs. These immigration programs are designed to attract skilled workers in high-demand fields, including the health sector, such as registered nurses and licensed practical nurses. CanDo Immigration helps you choose the right program based on your work experience, education, and long-term goals.

What are the requirements for nurses to work in Canada?

To work as a nurse in Canada, you must meet both immigration and licensing requirements. This may include demonstrating your education, continuous work experience, and completing any required assessments to practise as a nurse in your chosen province. We help you navigate the requirements for working and living in Canada as a healthcare professional.

What is the National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS)?

The National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS) is a non-profit organization that serves as a central application system that verifies your education, licensing, and work experience against Canadian standards. NNAS acts as a single entry point before you apply to a provincial regulatory body, helping registered nurses, licensed practical nurses, and registered psychiatric nurses demonstrate their qualifications for practice in Canada (excluding Quebec and the Territories). CanDo Immigration can help you understand how the NNAS process fits into your overall immigration plan.

Do I need a Canadian nurse work visa to get started?

Many nurses begin their journey with a Canadian nurse work visa or temporary work permit, especially if they have a job offer from a Canadian employer. Others may apply directly for permanent residence through federal or provincial immigration programs. We help you determine whether a nursing visa Canada pathway or direct Canada PR for nurses is the best option based on your experience and eligibility.

Can internationally educated nurses get permanent residency in Canada?

Yes. With ongoing labour shortages in the health sector, many newcomer nurses are successfully transitioning to permanent resident status in Canada. Internationally educated nurses are in high demand and often qualify for registered nurse permanent residency through programs such as Express Entry or a Provincial Nominee Program. 

Can I apply for citizenship after working as a nurse in Canada?

For permanent residents, there are some standard costs to consider, including credential assessments, licensing exams, application fees, and any required bridging or upgrading programs. The exact nursing fees in Canada for permanent residents will vary depending on your profession (such as registered nurses or licensed practical nurses), the province you apply in, and whether additional training is needed.

I’m not a nurse, but I work in healthcare. Can I still come to Canada?

Yes! Canada has a demand for all types of healthcare workers.  We help all internationally educated health professionals with their applications, including: 

  • Doctors
  • Dentists, dental hygienists and dental therapists
  • Dietitians and nutritionists
  • Massage therapists, chiropractors, and physiotherapists
  • Occupational therapists
  • Optometrists
  • Pharmacists
  • Psychologists & therapists
  • Paramedical occupations
  • Physician assistants, midwives and allied health professionals
  • Medical technologists and technicians
  • Specialists in clinical and laboratory medicine

Contact one of our experienced immigration consultants to see how we can help you.