Overview
Canada offers structured pathways for nurses and caregivers, with competitive pay and provincial programs that support long-term settlement for qualified candidates.
Processing Timeline:
Estimated 4–5 months depending on documentation and exam completion.
Salary & Compensation:
Minimum Salary: 80000 CAD per year (Approx. INR 51 Lakhs
annually)
Canada — Registered Nurse (RN)
Key requirements and what to expect when applying as an RN in Canada.
Education
G.N.M. / B.Sc. Nursing / M.Sc. Nursing
Experience
Minimum 1 year of full-time clinical experience
English
IELTS: Minimum 6.5 (all modules recommended) OR relevant exemptions as per employer
Licenses
NNAS / NCLEX-RN or PN where applicable; BLS, ACLS, CPR certifications
Age
Generally accepted between 22–50 years
Canada — Personal Support Worker (PSW)
Entry routes for caregiver and PSW positions in Canada.
Education
G.N.M. / B.Sc. / P.B.B.Sc / M.Sc. in Nursing or relevant caregiver certificate
Experience
Minimum 1 year of caregiver /
nursing assistance experience
English
No mandatory English proficiency exam required in many PSW openings
Licenses
Home state nursing license (if
applicable) and basic caregiver
certifications
Age
Generally accepted between 22–50 years
Benefits & Settlement Support
Typical supports provided by Canadian employers and programs.
Estimated Salary
Canada – RN: Estimated Salary
Canada – PSW: Estimated Salary
Min. 50,000 CAD (varies by role & province)
Visa
Work Permit (commonly 2 years and extendable)
Family
Spouse & dependents usually eligible for dependent visas
Onboarding Support
Temporary accommodation, medical insurance, arrival assistance
Settlement Help
SIN assistance, PR support pathways for eligible candidates
Step-by-step Timeline
A simplified view of the typical application flow.
Frequently Asked Questions