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- U.S. President Donald Trump-era policies drive many American nurses to relocate to British Columbia, Canada, citing fears of violence and discrimination and seeking universal healthcare.
- British Columbia has approved more than 1,000 U.S.-trained nurses since April 2025.
- The Canadian government has actively recruited these healthcare professionals.
- Community initiatives have facilitated their relocation.
- Despite White House claims about the U.S. healthcare workforce, many nurses express relief and belonging in Canada.
