Welcome to the College of Nurses’ Registration Guide for Internationally Educated Nurses.

This guide is intended for nurses who received their nursing education outside of Canada and are not currently registered to practise nursing in Canada. If you are a recent graduate of or about to graduate from an Ontario nursing program, or are registered as a nurse in another Canadian province or territory, then consult the guide that best addresses your situation.   

Here, internationally educated nurses can find practical information and resources about the nursing profession in Ontario, as well as the requirements for becoming a Registered Nurse or Registered Practical Nurse in Ontario.

The information provided is for guidance only. In order to apply for registration, you must contact the College of Nurses of Ontario to request an application package.

How to use this guide

This guide breaks down the registration process, emphasizing the seven requirements that all nurses must meet. While navigating through the guide, click on the information that best describes your circumstances and interests.

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