Canada is currently experiencing a significant shortage of nurse aides, orderlies, and patient service associates nationwide. The demand for these healthcare workers is projected to surpass the available supply by over 20,000 workers in the next decade. Recognizing this critical need, Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has identified these occupations as a priority for immigration.

One of the avenues for healthcare workers to immigrate to Canada is through the Express Entry program, which conducts category-based draws specifically targeting individuals in NOC 33102. Candidates with a minimum of six months of recent, continuous work experience either in Canada or abroad are eligible to apply. Additionally, various provinces such as Manitoba, Nova Scotia, PEI, Saskatchewan, Yukon, and the Northwest Territories provide promising opportunities through their Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs).

According to data from Job Bank, the hourly wages for nurse aides and orderlies range from $16 to $25.83, with a national median of $21. These healthcare professionals play a crucial role in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and home-care settings, serving as integral components of Canada’s healthcare system and immigration strategy.