An integrated approach is necessary to address the ethical, cultural, and safety issues raised by international nurse migration into Canada. A recent federally funded study yielded important information regarding gaps in regulation, screening, assessment, and registration of internationally educated nurses. A series of recommendations have emerged from this important study.
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