How to Get Canada PR from India as a Veterinarian?

Manmeet Kaur
[Published 24 May, 2024 | 04:07 PM]
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Canada has a strong healthcare system, no doubt, but currently, the veterinary professions in Canada are facing labour shortages. As per the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association (CVMA), clinic owners and veterinary employers are finding it hard to hire and retain skilled professionals.

It is predicted that this shortage of veterinarians will continue from 2024 to 2031, with about 5,000 job openings available for 4,300 qualified job seekers. Not only this but the federal government is forecasting that by 2031, there will be an additional labour shortage of 700 veterinarians categorized under the National Occupational Classification (NOC) 2021 system with the code 31103.

Given this high demand, now is the perfect time to immigrate to Canada from India as a veterinarian and grab opportunities for career growth.

Check Eligibility for Veterinarian Job in Canada

Employment Requirements to Get a Veterinarian Job in Canada

Along with the usual Canada PR eligibility requirements to get PR, here are the requirements you typically need to secure a job from a Canadian employer:

Doctor of Veterinary Medicine

They need 2 years of pre-veterinary university education or completion of a college degree in health science and 4-5 years of a university degree in veterinary medicine. In addition, they need a completion of an exam leading to a national certification.
A license from a provincial government to practice.

Veterinary Specialists

They need to complete a degree in veterinary medicine along with 3-4 years of post-graduate education or a residency program in the speciality of their choice.
They must be recognized by the American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine (ACVIM) or the American Board of Veterinary Practitioners (ABVP). Those who wish to practice in Quebec need accreditation by the Ordre des médecins vétérinaires du Québec and only 18 specialities are recognized.
A license from a provincial government to practice.

Research Veterinarian

They required 2 years of pre-veterinary university education or completion of a college program in health science. Additionally, they need 4-5 years of a university degree in veterinary medicine and completion of an examination that leads to a national certification.
They require post-graduate studies to get entry into research positions.
A license from a provincial government to practice.

Professional Certification Veterinarians Require to Practice in Provinces

It is important to obtain a certification from a regulatory authority before you start working in a particular province. Here are the regulated regulatory bodies of each Canadian province:

Canadian Province	Regulated Regulatory Body
Alberta	Alberta Veterinary Medical Association (AVMA)
British Columbia	College of Veterinarians of British Columbia
Manitoba	Manitoba Veterinary Medical Association
New Brunswick	New Brunswick Veterinary Medical Association (NBVMA)
Newfoundland and Labrador	Newfoundland and Labrador Veterinary Licensing Board, Newfoundland and Labrador College of Veterinarians
Northwest Territories	Registrar, Professional Licensing, Department of Health and Social Services
Nova Scotia	Nova Scotia Veterinary Medical Association
Ontario	College of Veterinarians of Ontario
Prince Edward Island	PEI Veterinary Medical Association
Québec	Ordre des médecins vétérinaires du Québec
Saskatchewan	Saskatchewan Veterinary Medical Association

Pathways to Immigrate to Canada from India as a Qualified Veterinarian

Express Entry

Canada permanent residence applications under Express Entry are processed within 6 months, making it the fastest way to immigrate to Canada. To know your eligibility, use a 67-point calculator and enter details about work experience, age, education, language skills, and more - and achieve 67 points out of 100.

Create a profile and enter the pool of candidates where your profile will be ranked using the CRS score calculator. This score will decide whether you will receive an invitation to apply for Canada PR in an Express Entry or not.

Healthcare professions are one of the six categories targeted by Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) under category-based selection draws to invite those with skills and work experience for occupations under the National Occupation Classification (NOC).

To qualify, you need at least six months of continuous work experience in India or Canada within the past three years as a veterinarian. The Canadian work experience gained on a work permit or as an international student with a student visa.

Provincial Nominee Programs (PNPs)

There is a high demand for qualified veterinarians in the Canadian provinces of Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Nova Scotia, Prince Edward Island, Ontario, and others. If you wish to live and work in one of them, you can apply through a specific Provincial Nominee Program (PNP) of a province. Every PNP has unique requirements that you must meet to increase your chances of getting a provincial nomination.

Here are the best PNPs to apply for PR:

Saskatchewan Immigrant Nominee Program (SINP)
Manitoba Provincial Nominee Program (MPNP)
Nova Scotia Nominee Program (NSNP)
Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP)
British Columbia Provincial Nominee Program (BC PNP)
Ontario Immigrant Nominee Program (OINP)
Prince Edward Island Provincial Nominee Program (PEI PNP)
Quebec Skilled Worker Program (QSWP)

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Average Salary of Veterinarians in Canada

On average, a veterinarian in Canada can earn $98,364 annually or $50.44 per hour. Indians who are in junior positions can earn up to $64,807 per year. In contrast, those experienced as veterinarians and in senior-level positions can make up to $137,500 per year.

Applying for Canada PR through Express Entry is getting extremely competitive. Thus, careful planning and strategising are necessary to boost your chances. With the guidance of the best immigration consultants in Delhi, you can get the best solutions to make a well-informed decision.

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