It depends on your field. For most non-regulated jobs, an Educational Credential Assessment (ECA) from an agency like WES is enough to show employers your degree's Canadian equivalent. For regulated professions — nursing, engineering, pharmacy, teaching, accounting — the provincial regulatory body decides, and you'll usually need document verification, exams, and sometimes a bridging program before you can use your title. Start the process early, even before you land if possible, because assessments can take months and licensing can take a year or more.
Updated July 2026