To work as a nurse in Canada, you must meet the language proficiency requirement set by the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA). The CNA requires nurses to obtain a minimum score of 7.0 in each of the four language skills (listening, reading, writing, and speaking) of the International English Language Testing System (IELTS) Academic test.
It's important to note that some provinces and territories may have additional or different language requirements for nurses. Therefore, it is advisable to check with the specific regulatory body or nursing association in the province or territory where you plan to practice nursing to confirm the exact language proficiency requirements.