Feature
‘You Aren’t Trapped’: Hundreds of US Nurses Choose Canada
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February 26, 2026
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8 min
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American healthcare workers are moving to Canada for political reasons.
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British Columbia has streamlined licensing for U.S.-trained nurses.
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Numerous U.S. nurses have reported feeling unsafe in the current political climate.
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The province aims to address a nursing shortage by recruiting foreigners.
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The Millers highlight personal experiences of relief upon resettlement.
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Canadian healthcare is viewed as progressive and welcoming.
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Reports confirm a significant nursing shortage in both Canada and the U.S.