How to Become a Travel Nurse in Canada (A Step-by-Step Checklist)

A free checklist for nurses who want to start travel nursing in Canada with clarity, confidence, and a clear plan, without missing critical steps.

Travel nursing in Canada can offer flexibility, higher pay, and new experiences, but the process can feel overwhelming if you don’t know where to start.

This free checklist walks you through the entire process, step by step, so you know exactly what’s required, what to prepare, and what to expect before accepting your first assignment.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN

Inside this FREE checklist, you’ll discover:

  • What you need to confirm your eligibility for travel nursing in Canada

  • A complete list of documents, certifications, and records to prepare

  • How to choose the right travel nursing path (provincial, inter-provincial, remote/northern)

  • What to look for when comparing travel nursing agencies

  • How to review contracts, arrange housing and travel, and prepare for your first day

This checklist is practical, detailed, and designed to help you move forward with confidence, not guesswork.

WHO THIS CHECKLIST IS FOR

This checklist is for you if:

  • You’re interested in becoming a travel nurse in Canada

  • You’re unsure about licensing, agencies, or requirements

  • You want a clear, organized process you can follow step by step

  • You want to avoid delays, missed documents, or costly mistakes

If you’ve been thinking, “I want to try travel nursing, but I don’t know where to start”, this checklist is for you.

WHY THIS CHECKLIST IS DIFFERENT

Travel nursing isn’t just about applying to agencies. There are multiple steps that need to happen in the right order, especially in Canada.

This checklist breaks down:

  • Licensing requirements by province

  • Agency onboarding expectations

  • Contract details you must review before signing

  • Housing, travel, and compliance considerations

  • What to do before, during, and after assignments

Everything is based on professional research and real-world experience, not generic advice.

Want Help Getting Started or Avoiding Costly Mistakes?

Downloading the guide is a great first step.

If you want personalized support, clarity, and a real strategy tailored to your background, you can book a call with me.

On this call, we can:

  • Review whether travel nursing is the right fit for you

  • Identify gaps in your documents, resume, or certifications

  • Talk through agencies, licensing timelines, and next steps

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