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More than 400 U.S. health-care workers have been hired by B.C., Premier Eby says
British Columbia hired 417 U.S. health professionals through a campaign that streamlined credentialing, addressing acute shortages and reducing waitlists by potentially serving 50,000 patients.
- British Columbia has hired 417 health-care workers from the United States since launching a targeted recruitment campaign exactly one year ago. The new staff include 260 nurses, 89 doctors, 45 nurse practitioners, and 23 allied health professionals.
- The province launched an advertising blitz in Washington, Oregon, and California last summer that pointed to the "chaos and uncertainty" under the administration of U.S. President Donald Trump. The campaign targeted health professionals seeking stability.
- Ministry of Health data confirms the recruits include 260 nurses, 89 doctors, 45 nurse practitioners, and 23 allied health professionals, distributed across all health authorities in British Columbia. These professionals fill critical gaps in the province's strained system.
- Health Minister Josie Osborne said the hiring provides a "real impact," noting that if half the recruited physicians attach a full panel of patients, more than 50,000 British Columbians will gain access to primary care. The campaign has "absolutely exceeded expectations," Osborne added.
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Canadian province poaches over 400 U.S. health workers, eyes Oregon for more
British Columbia is ramping up its aggressive campaign to lure American doctors and nurses north, and officials say the strategy is already paying off with high interest in Oregon and Washington.
·Portland, United States
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