all the above posts are very true.licensure for rn's and lpn's are only done in canada.its true that some territories like ontario need proof of landing first before they start processing licensure but for manitoba and alberta, one can start applying for eligibility before landing.
a 2 year diploma in nursing will not qualify as RN in canada.LPN maybe yes, granted that ones curriculum of a 2 year diploma is comparable to canada's LPN program.in worst cases, even if your an RN and yet not comparrable to them, one maybe pushed to do bridging programs, assessments and supervised works.
im on process of my immigrant visa under fsw and personally, i prefer to start application for licensure while waiting for visa for me to work immediately for 6 months upon landing while waiting for licensure exam.
i know that sometime 10 years ago, nclex is honored in canada but not for now in any of canada's trritories.
im also an nclex passer.its a sad thing though that alberta wants me to verify license in california and yet dnt want to honor it.but, we cant do anything about it, that's their rule.
