Statistics Canada study reveals significant skill underutilization among internationally educated immigrant nurses in Canada

A comprehensive Statistics Canada study released on October 22, 2025, highlights critical challenges facing immigrant women with nursing credentials in Canada's healthcare workforce. The research reveals that while immigrant women constitute 27% of Canada's nursing-educated population, many internationally educated nurses face substantial barriers to appropriate employment. The 2021 Census data analysis shows that only 50-72% of foreign-educated immigrant nurses work in health occupations, with significant variation across racialized population groups. Regulatory recertification difficulties and credential non-recognition contribute to this underutilization, even though Canada faced 21,000 registered nurse and 10,000 licensed practical nurse vacancies in early 2025.

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