In a strategic move to address labor shortages and enhance its healthcare workforce, the Canadian Government has earmarked $86 million to aid 6,600 foreign health professionals in their transition to working in Canada. This substantial investment is part of Canada’s broader healthcare improvement strategy, involving a planned investment exceeding $200 billion over the next decade....
Canada’s healthcare sector has been significantly enriched by the contributions of internationally educated healthcare professionals (IEHPs). According to a study conducted by Statistics Canada, approximately 60% of IEHPs are trained in various medical fields such as nursing, medicine, pharmacy, and dentistry. IEHPs’ Integration in Canada There are 259,694 IEHPs in Canada, with a commendable 76%...
