Canada has announced new immigration measures aimed at addressing the country’s growing shortage of doctors by creating more accessible pathways for qualified foreign-trained physicians, including medical professionals from Pakistan.
Under the updated measures, eligible doctors can apply for permanent residency through five different immigration streams, including the federal Express Entry system and provincial nominee programs.
The initiative is designed to attract skilled healthcare professionals and help strengthen Canada’s healthcare system by bringing experienced doctors into communities facing critical shortages.
Doctors who receive a nomination from a province or territory may also benefit from an accelerated work permit process, with approvals potentially being issued within 14 days.
This will allow successful applicants to begin practicing and contributing to Canada’s healthcare sector while their permanent residency applications continue to be processed.
The new policy also supports family relocation by allowing applicants to include their spouses and dependent children in their immigration applications.
This move is expected to make Canada a more attractive destination for international medical professionals seeking long-term career opportunities and a stable future for their families.
Pakistani doctors interested in exploring these opportunities can review eligibility requirements and application details through Canada’s official immigration platform.
The new pathways could provide a significant opportunity for qualified physicians looking to expand their professional careers abroad.
