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Have there been 'any' american doctors hired by Canada in 2025?

Yes, there has been an increase in American doctors seeking to practice in Canada, and some have been hired, particularly in Ontario, in 2025. The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) has reported a significant rise in U.S. medical graduates creating accounts on their platform, indicating interest in Canadian licensure. Ontario, specifically, has taken steps to facilitate the entry of U.S. physicians by removing barriers and streamlining the process for licensure.

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Increased interest:

The MCC has seen a 718% increase in U.S. medical graduates opening accounts on their "physiciansapply.ca" portal between November 2024 and April 2025. This portal is a key step for international medical graduates seeking to practice in Canada.

• Ontario's actions:

Ontario has been actively working to attract U.S. doctors. They've expanded "as of right" legislation to include U.S. board-certified physicians, removed restrictions on where they can practice, and are simplifying the process for them to obtain licenses and work permits.

• Reasons for the shift:

Some U.S. doctors are seeking to relocate to Canada due to the political and economic climate in the United States, as well as to address the shortage of healthcare professionals in Canada.

• Recruitment efforts:

Canadian recruiters have reported a significant increase in American doctors seeking positions in Canada.

• Licensing process:

While there's an increase in interest and efforts to facilitate the process, U.S. doctors still need to go through the standard Canadian immigration and licensing procedures, including federal work permit and provincial licensing requirements.

Update: There's evidence of a significant increase in interest and applications from U.S. physicians seeking to practice in Canada, including in July.