A great percentage of the overall workforce in the Philippines is composed of overseas workers who are based in different countries around the world. These are composed of professionals and skilled workers in different fields.
Among the different professions, doctors and nurses are very in demand these days, and a lot of Filipinos aspire to get into the field of medicine to be able to work in other countries and find greener pasture. In fact, some parents send their children to nursing school for this primary purpose.
There are different countries with great demand for doctors and nurses, but employment in Canada remains to be one of the most promising. This country is rising as the top destination of doctors and nurses because jobs in Canada are stable and abundant, not to say that working in Canada comes with many different perks.
Jobs in Canada for foreign workers will continue in years to come with stricter rules for those illegal recruiters
So why Canada? Why not US or other Western countries? Read on to find out why a nursing job in Canada is a very appealing prospect.
• Higher earnings. Foreign countries generally offer higher salary to doctors and nurses compared to the salary offered in the Philippines, thus the popularity of overseas work among Filipinos.
However, among the different countries today, working in Canada is one of the most lucrative, especially among people in the medical field, because of the higher pay.
• Strong economy. Other than the high earning that medical jobs in Canada offer, these jobs are also very stable – thanks to the strong economy of the country. Whereas other countries, even the US, may be experiencing recession and other problems, Canada’s economy remains stable. So, there’s greater assurance of job stability.
Many Canadian companies will need foreigners for jobs in Canada in the future to sustain economic growth
• Great demand for doctors and nurses. The third reason Canada is a good choice for work is the high and even increasing demand for people working in the medical field. Because of this, getting a Canada work permit is already easier and faster, and the processing time of application has also significantly shortened.
• Opportunity for Canadian citizenship. Whereas workers in other countries cannot hope for anything more than their high salary, job opportunities in Canada also come with the opportunity to become a Canadian citizen after several years of work and upon the completion of the necessary requirements. Thus, working in Canada could be a stepping stone for migrating in the said country.
• Professional fulfillment. Whereas in other countries (i.e. Middle East), doctors and nurses are seen and treated as mere workers, in Canada they are treated as professionals – career growth is fast and the benefits go beyond monetary and into work fulfillment.
• Non-stringent rules and regulations. While working in Arab countries could mean major adjustment just to adhere to the new culture, working in Canada poses no similar problem because the rules are not strict and are based on democratic ideals.
All the mentioned factors make employment in Canada a very appealing prospect for many overseas Filipino workers. All these offer promise of a better job and a better future to those aspiring to find that greener pasture.
Foreign workers looking for jobs in Canada need to be extra resourceful to get ahead of other applicants
Disclaimer: The immigration article posted above does not substitute as a legal advice on immigration to Canada issues. If you need help about your current immigration status or situation, consult a qualified immigration lawyer or consultant in your country or email us if you need representation with one of our lawyers. Use due diligence in doing so.