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Manitoba Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) Program Intake Form

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Manitoba Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) Program Intake Form

Manitoba Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) Program

The Manitoba Internationally Educated Nurses (IEN) Program supports nurses who were educated outside of Canada and are living in Manitoba. The program helps participants work toward nursing licensure and employment in Manitoba.

The program provides guidance and access to supports to help participants understand nursing licensure requirements, plan next steps, and move through the process.

The program does not issue licenses or replace regulatory requirements. It helps participants navigate the process and access eligible supports.

Eligibility

You may be eligible for the Manitoba IEN Program if you:

Completed your nursing education outside of Canada
Are currently living in Manitoba

Individuals who are educated in a health profession other than nursing (e.g., pharmacy, midwifery, etc.) may visit the Manitoba Careers for Internationally Educated Professionals Program for related supports.

English Language Requirements

A Canadian Language Benchmark Assessment is not required to apply to the Manitoba IEN Program.

How the Program Works

Once you are registered, you will be connected with an employment navigator who will assess your needs and provide guidance accordingly. In general, the program includes:

Creating an individualized Action Plan
Completing nursing licensure requirements with guidance
Preparing for employment in Manitoba
Participants of the program can connect with an employment navigator at any time

Available Supports

Each participant’s nursing pathway is different. Depending on your situation, eligible participants may receive support with:

Understanding nursing licensing and registration requirements in Manitoba
Completing assessments, exams, or education that may be required
Bridging, refresher, or re-entry education, if needed
Employment preparation and job-search support
Navigating Manitoba programs and services
Financial supports, if eligible (see below)

Supports are planned through an individualized Action Plan, based on your nursing background and pathway.

Funding and Financial Supports

To be eligible for financial support, you must be:

A Canadian citizen, permanent resident, or protected person
Do not currently hold nursing registration or a nursing license in any Canadian province or territory

Eligible participants may receive financial support to help pay for:

Licensing and registration costs
Assessments and exams
Education, bridging, or refresher programs
Other approved participation-related expenses

Funding decisions are made after program intake and depend on individual circumstances.

Participant Obligations

Participants must actively work toward completing their registration pathway and employment preparation. This work must follow the agreed Action Plan.

Participants are responsible for becoming familiar with the requirements of the applicable nursing regulator and for completing those requirements as part of their pathway. Should you have any questions about the licensure process, please contact your assigned employment navigator.

In special situations, such as short-term illness or injury, participants may request a temporary pause. Each request is reviewed individually.

Participation may end, and funds may need to be repaid, if false, inaccurate, or incomplete information is provided at any time during the program.

Working With Your Support Team

Participants who are approved for funding are connected with a Career Development Consultant through Manitoba Business, Mining, Trade and Job Creation for funding-related matters.

Participants continue to work with an employment navigator for guidance on nursing registration pathways, requirements, and employment preparation.

Participants are expected to:

Work with both their employment navigator and career development consultant
Keep both informed of progress, changes, or delays
Follow the agreed Action Plan

Staying in contact with both supports helps ensure smooth coordination and continued participation in the program.

Employment in Manitoba

The program provides information and guidance about:

Nursing roles and work settings in Manitoba
Employer expectations
Preparing to look for nursing jobs after licensure

The program does not guarantee employment.

Apply

Internationally educated nurses who are living in Manitoba are encouraged to apply early. Applying early helps you receive guidance before spending money on assessments, education, or exams.

Please complete the intake form below.

After You Apply

After you submit your application, it is reviewed to confirm eligibility.

Most applicants are contacted by email within about 15 business days.
Response times may be longer during busy periods.

If you do not hear from the program after 15 business days, you may email
nurseemploymentnavigator@sharedhealthmb.ca to confirm that your application was received.

Personal information is being collected under the authority of Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care. It will not be used or disclosed for other purposes, unless permitted by the Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (FIPPA). More information on FIPPA and the collection of personal information can be found here:

Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act | Province of Manitoba (gov.mb.ca)

Personal Information

First Name:

Last Name:

Mailing Address

Street address/P.O Box:

City/Town/Municipality:

Province:

Postal Code:

Phone Number:

Email:

Arrival in Manitoba (YYYY):

What is your immigration status?

Specify your immigration status:

Please confirm country of origin:

Nursing Education

Have you completed a nursing education program? Yes No

Specify what type of nursing education program you completed: Degree or Diploma in Nursing Degree or Diploma in Psychiatric Nursing Diploma in Practical Nursing

Year of completion of Nursing Education (YYYY): In which country was your nursing education completed?

Have you completed education for another health profession? Yes No

Please state the name of the health profession education completed

Have you worked as a nurse since you graduated? Yes No

What year did you last work as a nurse?

Canadian Nursing License

Are you currently licensed or registered as a nurse in Manitoba? Yes No

Select the regulatory body you are licensed with:

Are you currently licensed or registered as a nurse in another province or territory in Canada other than Manitoba? Yes No

Select the regulatory body you are licensed with:

Employment

Are you currently working in healthcare in Manitoba? Yes No

Select your current employer:

Select your current job title:

Application Process

Have you applied to the National Nursing Assessment Service (NNAS)? Yes No

Date of submission:

Have you applied to a nursing regulatory body in Manitoba? Yes No

Select all that apply: College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM) College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba (CRPNM)

Which nursing pathway do you prefer to pursue? Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) I don't know

Assessments

Have you completed an English language proficiency test? Yes No

Select the most recent: Canadian English Language Benchmark Assessment for Nurses (CELBAN) International English Language Testing System Academic (IELTS Academic) International English Language Testing System General (IELTS General)

Date of most recent English language proficiency test :

Did you pass the English Language Proficiency test? Yes No

Have you been referred for a Clinical Competence Assessment (CCA)? Yes No

Specify what type of CCA: College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba (CRNM) College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba (CLPNM)

Have you completed a Clinical Competency Assessment (CCA)? Yes No

Date of CCA:

What was the outcome of your Clinical Competence Assessment (CCA): Eligible to directly register as a nurse Red River College Polytech Nurse Re-Entry Program (NREP) Assiniboine Community College Practical Nurse Qualification Recognition (PNQR) Program Attend full nursing degree or diploma program

Education and Training

Are you currently enrolled in a gap training or nurse re-entry (bridging) program? Yes No

For which nursing pathway: Registered Nurse (RN) Licensed Practice Nurse (LPN) Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN)

Are you attending full time or part time? Full Time Part Time

Are you currently taking English language training? Yes No

Registration

Have you written a Nursing Registration or Licensure Exam? Yes No

Which exam have you written? National Council Licensure Examination (NCLEX) Canadian Practical Nurse Registration Examination (CPNRE) Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Canada Examination (RPNCE)

Funding

Have you completed an English language assessment with Winnipeg English Language Assessment Resource Centre (WELARC)? Yes No

When did you complete your English language assessment with WELARC?

Have you applied for funding to assist in your nursing pathway in Manitoba? Yes No

Were you deemed eligible for funding? Yes No

Are you planning to apply for funding? Yes No

Attestation For Funding

I attest I am a Canadian Citizen or a permanent resident Yes No

I attest I am a Manitoba resident Yes No

I attest I have valid and true copies of my Nursing diploma/degree Yes No

Personal Information Sharing Consent Form

Privacy Notice

The Healthcare Retention and Recruitment Office of Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care (“Manitoba Health”) is authorized to collect your personal information under subsection 36(1) (b) of The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act (CCSM c F175) because the collection of your personal information relates to and is necessary for Manitoba Health to enroll you in the Manitoba Internationally Educated Nurses Program. Your personal information will only be used by Manitoba Health for the purposes of the Manitoba IEN Program, which includes your registration, education, licensing, referrals to supports and employment opportunities.

Your personal information is protected by The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. Manitoba Health cannot use or disclose your personal information for other purposes, unless you consent or Manitoba Health is authorized to do so by The Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act. If you have questions regarding the collection of your personal information, you may contact:

Health Workforce Branch

Manitoba Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care

Email: HW@gov.mb.ca

Consent Notice

It is necessary as part of the Manitoba IEN Program for Manitoba Health to share some of your personal information with, as well as collect some of your personal information from, outside bodies. These bodies include provincial and regional health authorities, health profession regulators, and academic institutions, (collectively “the Organizations”). The Manitoba IEN Program shares your information with and collects information from the Organizations so it can determine your plan for licensure within Manitoba; this includes determining if you need additional education and ensuring your credentials and practice hours meet the registration requirements to become a member of the profession.

Government of Manitoba Departments

Health, Seniors and Long-Term Care
Labour and Immigration
Economic Development, Investment, Trade and Natural Resources
Advanced Education and Training
Health Care Retention & Recruitment Office
Manitoba Student Aid

Nursing regulators and organizations

College of Registered Nurses of Manitoba
College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Manitoba
College of Psychiatric Nurses of Manitoba
National Nursing Assessment Services

Post-secondary institutions

Assiniboine College
Red River College Polytech
Brandon University
University of Manitoba
University College of the North
Université de Saint-Boniface

Service delivery organizations

Shared Health
Winnipeg Regional Health Authority
Northern Health Region
Interlake-Eastern Regional Health Authority
Prairie Mountain Health
Southern Health-Santé Sud
CancerCare Manitoba

Settlement Organizations

WELARC
Manitoba Start
Regional Connections

Manitoba Health may also share and collect your personal information with the Organizations as part of your participation in the Manitoba IEN Program. For example, your information may be shared with or collected from the Organizations for the purpose of assisting you with career planning, education, training, licensing and employment opportunities, and determining if you are eligible for financial aid. Manitoba Health will only disclose your personal information as necessary for your participation in the Manitoba IEN Program or as authorized by Freedom of Information and Protection of Privacy Act.

Your consent is requested so that personal information about you can be disclosed and collected by Manitoba Health to and from the Organizations for the purposes listed above. The information that may be disclosed or collected includes your:

Name
Home address
Telephone number
Current and previous employment information
Education information
Licensing and registration history and
Immigration information

By checking this box I declare that I have read, understand and consent to the above statements.

Manitoba Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) Program Intake Form

Manitoba Internationally Educated Nurses (IENs) Program Intake Form

Personal Information

Mailing Address

Nursing Education

Canadian Nursing License

Employment

Application Process

Assessments

Education and Training

Registration

Funding

Attestation For Funding

Barriers

Personal Information Sharing Consent Form

Privacy Notice

Consent Notice