CARE Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses

12/25/2025

Christmas Day is celebrated on December 25 and is a federal statutory holiday in Canada. Most government offices and many businesses are closed, though observance can vary by province and territory. Fun fact: Canada is one of the world’s largest exporters of natural Christmas trees, with many grown in Quebec, Nova Scotia, and New Brunswick.

12/24/2025

The CARE Centre for Internationally Educated Nurses will be closed for the holidays and will reopen on January 5th.

Wishing you a safe and restful holiday season.

12/23/2025

As we reflect on the moments and milestones of 2025, we’re filled with gratitude for all that the year has brought. We’re especially excited to look ahead to 2026, when CARE Centre will celebrate our 25th anniversary.

Thank you for being part of our journey and sharing in our story along the way. We wish you a happy, healthy New Year filled with joy, celebration, and wonderful new beginnings!

12/23/2025

2026 is just over a week away! Kick off the New Year with opportunities to grow, connect, and advance your nursing career!

January Highlights:

Jan 8 – Workplace Violence & Crisis Prevention (Online)
Jan 14 – Next Generation NCLEX Study Group (Online)
Jan 14 – York University Post-RN BScN Program Info (Online)
Jan 22 – Challenging Interactions with Colleagues (Online)
Jan 28 – Understanding the Role of a PSW in Community (Online)

Whether you’re preparing for exams, strengthening workplace skills, or exploring educational pathways, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

https://care4nurses.org/event/

12/18/2025

We are grateful for the tremendous efforts made by the CNO to streamline the Nursing Registration process for IENs and removing barriers.
Looking forward to 2026!

12/18/2025

Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) are an essential part of Canada’s healthcare system. At CARE Centre, we’re here to support you every step of the way.

You belong here.

Learn how we can support you in your health care career: care4nurses.org

12/12/2025

If you’re planning your next steps for 2026, this session is the perfect place to start.

Join us for our final FREE Information Session of the year, your last chance in 2025 to connect, learn, and get the support you need to move forward with confidence.

Dec. 18th at 1pm, online or in-person across GTA.

This session is a great opportunity to:�
• Learn about the benefits of CARE Centre membership
• Ask questions about registration pathways (RNCCAP, NCLEX, CELBAN, REX-PN, CAS, SPEP & more)�
• Connect with other IENs
• Learn about next steps toward becoming an RN or RPN in Ontario

We are your support as build your career in Canada.

www.care4nurses.org/care-centre-information-session-for-internationally-educated-nurses-in-canada/

12/09/2025

Join our upcoming LIPHA Session (Learning Inter-Professionally Healthcare Accelerator)

LIPHA is a flexible, simulation-based training tool designed to help you build confidence and skills in long-term care.

If you’re looking to strengthen your LTC knowledge and learn through real-world scenarios, this session is for you.

Reserve your spot today: https://care4nurses.org/learning-inter-professionally-healthcare-accelerator/

12/09/2025

If you haven’t yet signed up, there’s still time to join our virtual Meet the Employer: Mackenzie Health webinar tomorrow online at 10am EST
This is a great opportunity to learn what makes Mackenzie Health a place where you can grow, belong, and build your nursing career.
Registration closes end of day today!
https://care4nurses.org/meet-the-employer-mackenzie-health/
Looking forward to seeing many of you there!

12/04/2025

Are you an Internationally Educated Nurse ready to become a Registered Nurse in Ontario?

The Ontario Internationally Educated Nurses Course Consortium has launched a hybrid competency-bridging program. This innovative program supports your journey to RN registration in Ontario with flexible learning and targeted preparation.

Learn more at: www.rncompetencies.ca

Join us Dec 8th for a free info session led by Ayesha Bhatti, Program Manager, who will walk you through the program and answer your questions.

Register today!
care4nurses.org/ontario-internationally-educated-nurses-course-consortium-information-session/

12/04/2025

CARE Centre IENs! Do no miss this amazing opportunity- today only register for a FREE RNAO membership, valid to October 2026!!!

Tonight, the Toronto skyline turns teal and orange to honour nurses! CN Tower is lighting up in RNAO colours for RNAO’s century of action & impact.

Please note: The lighting begins at sunset. A standard light show will run for 5 minutes at the top of every hour and half hour.

To join us please sign up: RNAO.ca/events/lighting-the-way-for-100-years-of-nursing-excellence

WAIT: There's more. To celebrate, we're giving away FREE RNAO memberships— valid until Oct. 31, 2026.
➡️Open to RNs, NPs, , , friends of RNAO.
➡️Offer valid today only: Join.RNAO.ca

Offer ends today: Join.RNAO.ca

Have questions?⬇️
📞 1-800-268-7199 | ✉ membership@RNAO.ca

12/02/2025

Are you an Internationally Educated Nurse (IEN) who has become registered nurse and integrated into the Canadian workforce? Would you like to share your contributions to nursing in Canada? You are invited to participate in a research study on Internationally Educated Nurses’ (IENs) Contributions to Nursing in Canada.
This study aims to identify and highlight the valuable contributions of IENs including Registered Nurses, Registered Practical Nurses, Nurse Practitioners, and nursing students.

For those interested, please contact the Researcher, Philicia Joseph at ienresearchstudy2025@gmail.com