A new study exposes underuse of immigrant nurses’ skills, Newfoundland invites 100 candidates, NWT boosts healthcare integration, and Canada’s travel trends shift.
Today’s Highlights
A new Statistics Canada study shows underutilization of immigrant nurses’ skills.
Newfoundland and Labrador invited 100 candidates under NLPNP and AIP.
The Northwest Territories enhance healthcare integration with internationally trained professionals.
Canada’s travel trends shift with fewer US trips and more overseas visitors.
Statistics Canada Study Reveals Skill Underutilization Among Immigrant Nurses
Barriers to Employment in Healthcare
Statistics Canada released a major study on October 22, 2025, revealing that immigrant women make up 27% of Canada’s nursing-educated population, yet many face barriers to finding suitable employment.
Key Findings and Challenges
Only 50–72% of internationally educated nurses are employed in healthcare roles, despite thousands of vacancies nationwide.
Challenges include credential recognition issues and lengthy recertification processes.
Opportunities for Skilled Professionals
Canada’s healthcare sector remains in high demand, with over 31,000 nursing vacancies in 2025.
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Newfoundland and Labrador Invited 100 Candidates Under NLPNP and AIP
New Immigration Rounds for Skilled Workers
On October 22, 2025, Newfoundland and Labrador issued 100 invitations via the Enhanced Expression of Interest (EOI) system.
Of these, 55 were through the Newfoundland and Labrador Provincial Nominee Program (NLPNP) and 45 through the Atlantic Immigration Program (AIP).
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All applications must now be submitted through the Immigration Accelerator platform introduced earlier in 2025.
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Northwest Territories Strengthen Healthcare Integration
Advancing Health Workforce Inclusion
The Northwest Territories’ Health Minister outlined key initiatives to integrate internationally educated health professionals.
Efforts include collaboration with the Committee on Health Workforce to streamline physician licensing and nurse mobility across Canada.
Addressing Workforce Shortages
The Minister also emphasized federal funding for mental health and substance use programs in Northern communities.
For professionals seeking healthcare pathways, contact Go Canada Services to explore PNP and PR opportunities.
Canada Sees Travel Pattern Shifts in 2025
Overseas Visits Increase, US Travel Declines
Statistics Canada reported that overseas arrivals to Canada rose 9.2% in August 2025, primarily from Europe and Asia, while US trips declined by 1.4%.
Canadian travel to the US fell by 29.7%, resulting in more US visitors entering Canada than Canadians traveling south.
Tourism and Border Trends
Countries like the UK, France, and Germany led the increase in arrivals.
However, automobile crossings dropped 32.6%, highlighting the changing dynamics of post-pandemic travel.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Q1: What did the Statistics Canada study reveal about immigrant nurses?
A1: It showed that while immigrant women represent 27% of nursing-educated professionals, only 50–72% work in healthcare due to credential barriers.
Q2: How many candidates did Newfoundland and Labrador invite in October 2025?
A2: The province invited 100 candidates—55 under NLPNP and 45 under AIP—through the new EOI system.
Q3: How is the Northwest Territories addressing healthcare shortages?
A3: By collaborating with national health committees to ease licensing for internationally educated professionals and strengthen healthcare systems.
Q4: What are Canada’s latest travel trends?
A4: Overseas visits increased 9.2% while Canadian travel to the US declined nearly 30%, marking a major tourism shift.
Q5: How can Go Canada Services assist healthcare workers and students?
A5: We offer Work Permit and Study Permit support, helping professionals and students secure Canadian opportunities.
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