Regulated professions

Twenty (20) percent of professions and trades in Canada are regulated to protect the health and safety of Canadians. Unlike other countries, most professions in Canada are regulated by Canadian provinces and territories. Each Atlantic province (Prince Edward Island, New Brunswick, Nova Scotia, Newfoundland and Labrador) has its own regulatory bodies and processes for its professionals.

Regulated professions in Atlantic Canada

Click below to learn more about the profession you are interested in practising in Atlantic Canada and the requirements and process for licensure in each of the four Atlantic provinces. 

Choose the profession in which you are interested

• Secondary School Teacher (NOC 4031)
• Elementary and Kindergarten Teacher (NOC 4032)
• Early Childhood Educator (NOC 4214)
• Licenced Practical Nurse (NOC 3233)
• Social Worker (NOC 4152)
• Financial Auditor and Accountant (NOC 1111)

For information on other regulated professions, visit the Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials (CICIC). Make sure to look up specific information for the applicable province as organizations and processes vary across provinces.

For occupational regulatory professionals, consult the Assessor Portal of The Canadian Information Centre for International Credentials