Health careers

I was trained outside Canada

Start your path to working in health and social services in the Yukon

⚠ Before you begin

You must have authorization to work in Canada.

The Government of Yukon does not sponsor applicants who are not Canadian citizens or permanent residents.

Steps to work in the Yukon

  1. Confirm your eligibility to work in Canada
    Immigration status or work permit is required
     
  2. Check if your profession is regulated
    Many health professions require licensing
     
  3. Get your credentials assessed
    Verify your education and qualifications
     
  4. Apply for registration in the Yukon
    Complete licensing requirements
     
  5. Apply for jobs
    Explore opportunities once eligible

Get help with immigration and credentials

You may need support navigating immigration programs or getting your credentials recognized before applying for jobs in Yukon.

Foreign credential recognition 

Get your foreign credentials recognized in Canada.

Express Entry for skilled workers 

Learn about immigration programs for skilled workers.

Pre-arrival Support Services (PASS) 

Get help before you arrive in Canada.

Apply your profession in the Yukon

Choose your path

 

Nursing

Work in hospitals, community health centres and rural communities as a registered nurse (RN), licensed practical nurse (LPN) or nurse practitioner (NP).

 

Physician

Practise medicine in hospitals and communities across Yukon as part of collaborative care teams.

 

Allied health

Includes roles such as paramedics, physiotherapists, social workers and more working across Yukon communities.

Ready to get started?

Once you meet eligibility and licensing requirements, explore available roles.