Canadian RNs

Requirements for Licensure

1. If English is not your primary language, an acceptable English language test is required.

Important: As the Public Health Agency of Canada is currently advising organizations to take steps to mitigate risks associated with COVID-1, Touchstone Institute has decided to cancel upcoming Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses (CELBAN) tests.

All CELBAN tests across Canada between now and the end of May will be cancelled. Touchstone Institute be working with test sites, examiners and examinees to re-schedule tests once we have further information. We realize the impact that this may have on IEN registrants and trust that we can collaborate to ensure you are able to meet their requirements in due time.

1. Successfully complete an approved nursing education program in Canada
2. Proof of initial registration by examination in the jurisdiction where an approved nursing course was taken and official proof of most recent registration if different from initial registration
3. Reference from most recent nurse manager or supervisor who is familiar with your RN practice
4. Proof of legal name (original or certified copy of birth certificate, government issued photo ID and marriage certificate, if applicable)
5. In the past 5 years, you must have worked at least 1125 hours of nursing practice; or graduated from an approved nursing education program; or completed an approved nursing re-entry program
6. Current Vulnerable Sector Check
7. Submit your application for licensure along with applicable fees

Application for Licensure Process

• Complete the Online Assessment for RN Eligibility with the SRNA.
• Upload a copy of your birth certificate and government issued photo ID (and marriage certificate, if applicable).
• Complete the Verification of Original Registration/Licensure Form and send it to the registration body of the province or country in which you were originally registered.
• If you’re an internationally educated nurse you will need to provide two Verification of Original Registration/Licensure Forms; one from the country you obtained your basic nursing education and one from the province in Canada you first obtained registration and licensure.
• Complete the Verification of Current or Most Recent Registration/Licensure Form and send it to the registration body of the province or country where you’ve most recently registered as a RN.
• Complete the Consent Form to Obtain Employment Verification Information and upload it to the SRNA.
• If you have never practiced as a RN in Canada: complete the Consent Form to Release Registration Information and upload it to the SRNA.
• Obtain a current Vulnerable Sector Check issued by the police force where you live. Examples include the RCMP, City Police, or police service.
• Once your Assessment for RN Eligibility has been approved, you will be sent a link to complete the RN Initial Application for Licensure online.

Regulations and entry requirements are subject to bylaw and policy changes.

If you have questions, contact register@srna.org.