Canada boasts some of the world’s most talented doctors, nurses, and healthcare professionals. However, increasing demands, staff shortages, and challenging work environments have placed immense pressure on the healthcare system. Patients are facing long wait times, emergency room closures, and difficulty accessing essential medical services. To tackle these challenges, the Government of Canada is taking...
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Ontarioโs Nursing Shortage: A Looming Crisis for the Healthcare System
Ontario is facing a significant nursing shortage, with projections showing an alarming increase in unfilled nursing positions over the next decade. This shortage poses a severe threat to the province’s healthcare system, potentially compromising patient care and access to essential medical services. The Growing Nursing Deficit Recent reports highlight that Ontarioโs nursing shortage is not...
Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals Transforming Canadian Medicine
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%...