Bridging Programs in Canada

There are currently a number of Bridging Programs for internationally-educated physiotherapists operating in Canada. Many of these programs are also open to Canadian-educated candidates looking to brush up on particular exam-writing and clinical skills.

For more information on curriculum, eligibility, enrollment and fees, please refer to their websites:

• Ontario Internationally Educated Physical Therapy Bridging (OIEPB) Program at the University of Toronto (English)
• Alberta Internationally Educated Physiotherapists Bridging Program at the University of Alberta (English)
• Internationally Educated Physiotherapists Exam Preparation at the University of British Columbia (English).

Bridging programs for candidates wishing to practise in Quebec:

• Physiotherapy Equivalency Program at McGill University (English)
• Programme de qualification professionnelle en physiothérapie at the Université de Montréal (French).