More than 400 U.S.-trained health-care professionals are now working in British Columbia, one year after the Province launched a targeted recruitment campaign.

The latest update shows that number has nearly tripled since the previous report in September 2025, with doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners, and allied health workers now serving communities across B.C., including rural and remote areas.

“British Columbia is not only a great place to live, it’s also a great place to work and grow your career,” said Premier David Eby.

“Our public health-care system values science, respects reproductive rights and provides great care. We can’t wait to welcome more U.S.-trained doctors, nurses, nurse practitioners and allied health providers to our amazing province.”  

The Province says interest remains strong, with more than 2,750 job applications received from U.S. health-care workers as of March 2026.

Health officials say the new hires include 89 doctors, 260 nurses, 42 nurse practitioners, and 23 allied health professionals, now working across multiple health authorities throughout the province.

Island Health alone has added nearly 100 of those workers, with others spread across Fraser Health, Interior Health, Northern Health, and additional provincial agencies.

The Province credits streamlined credential recognition as a key factor in the surge.

Since changes were introduced in 2025, more than 1,300 U.S.-trained doctors, nurses, and nurse practitioners have registered to practice in B.C.

The government says recruitment efforts will continue as part of its broader strategy to strengthen the health-care system and improve access to care across British Columbia.

To learn more, visit Government of British Columbia.