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In this video, I explain how to move to Canada as an American healthcare worker:

https://youtu.be/-ACEPjGYJfg

It can be confusing, but here is how to immigrate to Canada as a healthcare worker.

For regulated healthcare professions, you should start the licensing process first while simultaneously applying for jobs.

Information for International Applicants:

Alberta Health Services International Applicants

U.S. healthcare workers moving to Alberta in 2026 can benefit from streamlined licensing and dedicated immigration pathways designed to address labour shortages. See **Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) Dedicated Health Care Pathway.**

Further information for Canada: Pathways To Canada-Immigration Options for Healthcare Professionals

More specific information about immigrating to Alberta: Opportunity Alberta: Live Permanently in Alberta

FOR MOVING TO ALBERTA:

U.S. healthcare workers moving to Alberta often use the Alberta Advantage Immigration Program's (AAIP) Dedicated Health Care Pathway, which streamlines permanent residency for those with an Alberta job offer in eligible roles, such as nurses, physicians, and therapists, and leverages federal Express Entry for faster processing.

Key steps include obtaining a license from Alberta's professional colleges, securing an eligible job offer, and then applying for provincial nomination and federal permanent residency, with increased interest from U.S. professionals driven by political factors and Alberta's welcoming program.

Steps for U.S. Healthcare Workers

  1. Get Licensed: Contact the relevant Alberta regulatory body (e.g., the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Alberta for doctors, CPSA) to understand licensing requirements and the recognition of foreign qualifications.
  2. Find a Job Offer: Secure an offer from an Alberta employer in an eligible healthcare field.
  3. Credential Verification: Use the Medical Council of Canada (MCC) for credential verification (physiciansapply.ca).
  4. Apply for AAIP: Apply for provincial nomination through the AAIP Dedicated Health Care Pathway.