The ACNCP is a program led by the Health Association of African Canadians (HAAC) to support internationally educated nurses (IENs) of African and Caribbean descent in navigating licensure pathways, accessing mentorship, training, and financial assistance to successfully integrate into the Canadian healthcare system.
The program is open to internationally educated nurses (IENs) of African and Caribbean descent residing in Nova Scotia, New Brunswick, and other Canadian provinces interested in relocating to Nova Scotia. Mentees must be actively pursuing nursing licensure in Canada, while mentors are experienced, practicing, or retired Afro-Caribbean nurse practitioners.
The program offers:
Applications are submitted through the ACNCP online portal. You will complete a single application form, upload required documents, and select whether you are applying as a mentee (for support) or as a mentor (to guide others).
Only mentees enrolled in the ACNCP program are eligible to apply for financial assistance to help cover licensure and assessment fees. Mentors do not receive financial assistance.
Mentees are paired with experienced Afro-Caribbean nurses based on their career goals, specialization, and needs. Mentors provide guidance, share experiences, and support mentees through their licensure and professional integration journey.
Participants have access to:
Certificates are issued upon completion.
The ACNCP runs for three years (2024–2027), with continuous intake of mentees and mentors throughout this period. Individual participation duration depends on the mentee’s progress and support needs.
The ACNCP provides financial assistance only to mentees enrolled in the program, specifically to help cover costs related to the nursing licensure process (such as assessment fees, exam fees, or required documentation). While the program does not offer direct funding for personal health-related issues, participants are encouraged to access healthcare services and community resources available in their province.
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Africa-Caribbean Nursing Continuum Program
The ACNCP Initiative provides viable pathways for Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) to successfully emigrate to Canada and practice nursing in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick.
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