Internationally Educated Health Professionals in Canada
A program by PEGASUS Institute in partnership with the Canadian Medical Foundation (CMF)
What is Your Profession?
Physician
Nurse
Midwife
Dentist
Pharmacist
Upcoming Events
Support & Healthcare Workforce Integration for IEHPs in Canada
Date: June 4, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM EST
Location: Online via Zoom
In Collaboration with:
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ISANS (Immigrant Services Association of Nova Scotia)
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PCPI (Progress Career Planning Institute)
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OCISO (Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization)
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CREMCV (Club de recherche d’emploi Montréal Centre-Ville)
In Partnership With:
The Canadian Medical Foundation
What we’ll discuss:
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Healthcare bridging programs accessible to IEHPs in different provinces
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National language training programs tailored to IEHPs
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Exam preparation and integration support for internationally educated nurses across Canada
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Employment programs and profession-specific resources
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Support services and mentorship for Francophone IEHPs in Montréal
IEHP Pre-Conference Event: Bridging Careers, Embracing Diversity
This special pre-conference session—part of the International Refugee and Migration Health Conference (IRMHC)—focuses on supporting refugee and internationally educated healthcare professionals (IEHPs) on their path to meaningful careers in Canada.
Through collaborative dialogue and a spotlight on mentorship, the session brings together IEHPs, service providers, and sector leaders to explore integration challenges, share practical tools, and discuss solutions for equitable healthcare workforce access.
Date: June 26, 2025
Time: 8:00 AM EDT | 9:00 AM ADT
Location: Immigrant Services Association Of Nova Scotia (ISANS): 7071 Bayers Road, Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Hybrid: In-person & Zoom
Hosted by Pegasus Institute
Hosted by Pegasus Institute
In partnership with ISANS & the Canadian Medical Foundation (CMF)
Recording of Virtual Events
Residency Match Pathways: Insights from IMGs Who Matched in Canada and the U.S.
We recently hosted a live webinar featuring medical residents who successfully matched through the CaRMS (Canadian Residency Matching Service) and ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) systems. They shared personal stories, lessons learned, and advice for fellow International Medical Graduates (IMGs).
Event Details
Date: Saturday, May 17, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM to 11:30 AM EDT
Location: Online via Zoom
What Participants Gained:
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Firsthand insight into what helped—and what didn’t—during the application process
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A better understanding of the unique challenges IMGs face
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Real-world tips for navigating the complexities of the Canadian and U.S. residency match systems
Topics Covered:
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Crafting strong résumés and personal statements
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Building a competitive application
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Securing observerships and preparing for licensing exams
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Strategies to improve your chances of matching in either country
Who Joined:
IMGs from across Canada who are preparing to apply for residency programs and seeking guidance from those who’ve been through the process.
Elevate Your Communication Skills
(FREE English Language Training for IEHPs in collaboration with Niagara College Canada)
Our Occupation-Specific Language Training (OSLT) session, tailored for Internationally Educated Health Professionals (IEHPs) in Ontario, took place successfully.
Speaker: Kate Agar – MEd, HBA (English Major), OCT, OCELT
This session covered:
✔️ Building Interpersonal Communication Skills in Healthcare
- Active Listening
- Building Trust and Rapport
- Handling Difficult Conversations
✔️ OSLT Program Information and Eligibility
Event Details:
📅 Date: March 14, 2025
🕧 Time: 12:30 – 1:30 PM EST
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
For more details, email: [email protected]
Exploring Alternative Careers in Healthcare for IEHPs
We hosted an insightful mentorship session designed for Internationally Educated Healthcare Professionals (IEHPs). This session covered:
✔️ Alternative healthcare career options for IEHPs
✔️ Roles that support licensure and health system orientation
✔️ Career pathway guidance and professional development opportunities
✔️ An interactive Q&A session with the facilitator
Speaker: Mihai Csaki, MD (non-practising), MCATD
📅 Date: March 12, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 – 1:00 PM EST
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
📧 For more information: [email protected]
LAUNCH OF THE FRANCOPHONE CHAPTER OF THE IEHP PROJECT
PEGASUS Institute invited attendees to the launch of the Francophone chapter of the IEHP project. The purpose of this event was to present the project and to invite anyone interested in joining the network as a mentor, mentee, or supporter of internationally educated healthcare professionals (IEHPs) in their efforts to practice in Canada.
One aspect of the project was the provision of resources and opportunities for IEHPs. The event featured the participation of SÉO, who presented the CarriElles Santé project, aimed at French-speaking and bilingual newcomers who were internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs).
Event Details:
📅 Date: Thursday, February 6, 2025
⏰ Time: 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM EST
📍 Location: Online via Zoom
Sponsored by:
The Canadian Medical Foundation
Speakers:
- Burcu Suer – CarriElles Santé Project Coordinator
- Siham Chakrouni – CarriElles Santé Project Supervisor
For more information, email-us at [email protected]
Recording of Hybrid Events
HYBRID SEMINAR & HEALTHCARE JOB FAIR
Held on: Saturday, November 23, 2024
10:00 am – 2:00 pm EST
We’re Thrilled to Announce Our Big Win!
Pegasus Institute has been awarded the Best Nonprofit Employer – Volunteer Program (Under 20 Staff) by Charity Village!
This incredible recognition celebrates the hard work and dedication of our team and volunteers, whose efforts continue to drive meaningful change and impactful initiatives in the nonprofit sector.
✨ Celebrate with us and learn more by checking out the announcement here
The IEHP Potluck was held on Sunday, July 21, 2024, in Waterloo Park, bringing people together to create a supportive community.
