If you are an internationally educated nurse (IEN) seeking licensure in Nova Scotia or New Brunswick, the following regulatory bodies provide essential guidance and resources. These links will help you understand the application process, pathways to practice, and available supports through the Nova Scotia College of Nursing (NSCN), the Nurses Association of New Brunswick (NANB), and the Association of New Brunswick Licensed Practical Nurses (ANBLPN).
International Applicants / Nursing Licensing
https://www.nscn.ca/
https://www.nscn.ca/registration-licensing/international-applicants
Licensing Process for International Nurses (LPN/RN/NP)
https://www.nscn.ca/
Traditional Licensure Pathway FAQ (PDF)
https://www.nscn.ca/sites/
Nova Scotia Health — Support for Internationally Educated Health Professionals
https://www.nshealth.ca/
IEN Registration & Licensure Pathways (NSIENN)
https://nsienn.ca/ien-
Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) — ANBLPN
https://www.anblpn.ca/wp-
Practice Resources (Guidelines, FAQs, etc.)
https://www.anblpn.ca/
Collaboration Guidelines: LPNs & RNs Working Together (with NANB)
https://www.nanb.nb.ca/media/
International Applicants / Apply to the Register (IEN)
https://nanb.nb.ca/en/ien/
NANB Home / Professional Development & Regulation
https://nanb.nb.ca/en/
NB CRIB — IEN Bridging / RN Re-Entry Program
https://nbcc.ca/programs-
Interested in learning more about the Nursing licensing process in Nova Scotia and New Brunswick?
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.
Important Links