Requirement 6: Proof of Canadian Citizenship or Permanent Residency

You are required to provide a copy of your current Canadian Citizenship, permanent residency documents or authorization under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada) to work as a nurse in Canada .

For information about immigration, visas or working and studying in Ontario, please contact the Canadian Consulate in your country or Citizenship and Immigration Canada. The College does not provide information or assistance with immigration.

Answer this question to determine if you have met this requirement.

Are you a Canadian Citizen, a holder of Permanent Resident card or authorized under the Immigration and Refugee Protection Act (Canada) to practise the nursing profession in Canada?

• If you answered "Yes," you need to provide proof of your current status by attaching one of the following:
  • a photocopy of your Canadian Birth Certificate or
  • Landed Immigrant Papers/Permanent Residence Card or
  • Certificate of Citizenship or
  • a work permit that provides authorization to practise nursing in Ontario or
• a valid Canadian passport.

Proceed to the next requirement

• If you answered "No," please contact the College.

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