On December 7, 2025, the Canadian government announced new immigration measures designed to bring more international doctors into the healthcare workforce. These changes support Budget 2025's commitment to fill urgent labour gaps with highly skilled talent. The Honourable Lena Metlege Diab, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship, alongside Parliamentary Secretary Maggie Chi, introduced a simplified process to help international medical professionals achieve permanent residency in Canada.
What This Means for International Doctors
- Simplified application procedures to obtain permanent residence.
- Faster integration into Canada's healthcare system.
- Improved support for addressing critical shortages in medical staff.
Our licensed immigration consultants are here to help you navigate the Canadian immigration process with confidence.
If you are an international doctor aiming to work and settle in Canada, these changes make it easier to navigate the immigration process and build your career here.
For detailed information, visit the official announcement: Targeted immigration measures to boost Canada’s supply of doctors.