10/17/2026
MANITOBA EXPANDS FAST-TRACK LICENSING FOR INTERNATIONALLY TRAINED DOCTORS
Manitoba has announced plans to support the licensing of up to 90 additional internationally trained physicians through its Practice Ready Assessment pathway.
Announced on October 14, 2026, the initiative aims to strengthen healthcare services in rural and northern Manitoba, including clinics and emergency departments.
Key details:
Up to 90 additional physicians are expected to be ready to work by 2028–2029.
The PRA-MB Family Practice pathway includes a three-month clinical assessment for eligible experienced physicians.
The federal government has pledged $6 million in funding, subject to the finalization of an agreement with Manitoba.
Applicants must meet education, work experience, examination, and language requirements. Sponsorship by a Health Service Delivery Organization and a return-of-service agreement are also required.
Important: This is a physician licensing initiative, not an automatic immigration or work permit pathway. Licensing and immigration eligibility are assessed separately.
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Source: https://www.cicnews.com/2026/10/manitoba-widens-fast-track-to-licensing-for-internationally-trained-physicians-1081370.html