Four Provinces Offer Financial Incentives To Attract Skilled Immigrants In Healthcare!

August 20, 2024—As Canada continues to address urgent shortages in healthcare, several provinces have introduced financial incentives to attract skilled immigrants in this vital sector. Manitoba, Newfoundland and Labrador, Prince Edward Island, and Saskatchewan are leading efforts with various benefits, including tuition rebates, licensure reimbursements, and signing bonuses.

Manitoba offers a Health Human Resource Action Plan, wellness incentives, licensure reimbursements, and weekend pay premiums.

Newfoundland and Labrador has launched the Come Home Initiative, offering up to $100,000 for healthcare professionals returning to practice in the province.

Prince Edward Island has increased its Allied Health Professional Recruitment Incentive, offering up to $10,000 for eligible healthcare workers.

Saskatchewan provides a $20,000 tuition rebate through its Graduate Retention Program for eligible graduates staying in the province.

These initiatives reflect a broader strategy to bolster Canada's healthcare workforce by attracting skilled professionals through targeted provincial incentives.