Canada has invited skilled professionals in the health care and social services sectors to explore immigration opportunities as the country moves to address critical workforce shortages.

Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) announced the initiative in a post on X, urging qualified professionals with the required training, credentials and work experience to explore available immigration pathways.

The initiative is open to eligible professionals from around the world, including Nigerians who meet the relevant qualifications and experience requirements.

According to IRCC, the programme is designed to attract skilled workers capable of helping fill gaps in Canada’s health care workforce and deliver essential services to Canadians.

Who Can Apply?

Interested applicants must possess the appropriate training, professional credentials and work experience required for their occupation.

However, meeting professional requirements does not automatically guarantee employment or permanent residence in Canada. Applicants must identify the immigration pathway that best suits their circumstances and satisfy all applicable eligibility requirements.

How to Apply

Qualified Nigerian health care and social service professionals interested in the opportunity are advised to explore Canada’s official immigration pathways and determine their eligibility.

Applicants may also be required to meet conditions relating to professional licensing, credential recognition, language proficiency, work experience and other immigration requirements.

The opportunity is not a general visa programme for Nigerians. Eligibility will depend on an applicant’s occupation, qualifications, professional experience and the specific requirements of the immigration pathway they choose.

Interested professionals should review the available pathways and complete the required eligibility assessment before applying.