A new Government of Canada online resource is now available to help internationally trained professionals access reliable information on foreign credential recognition and connect with the appropriate regulatory body for their profession.

The resource also highlights supports available to assist with labour market integration, including Foreign Credential Recognition Loans and other helpful tools for prospective and new immigrants.

Learn about foreign credential recognition

What is foreign credential recognition?

If you are an internationally trained professional and would like to work in a regulated occupation or compulsory trade in Canada, you will need to have your credentials recognized by the regulatory body for the profession or trade in the province or territory in which you intend to work.

The foreign credential recognition process is to verify that education, skills, and job experience obtained in another country are equivalent to the standards established for the profession or trade in the province or territory of work.

You will also need to obtain licensure or certification before you can work in the profession or use the designated title. This process takes time and can be costly. It is important to understand the process for your occupation and unique circumstances before arriving in Canada and to start the process as early as possible.

Visit Canada.ca/foreign-credential-recognition to learn more, and watch the promotional video for an overview of the resource.