Canada is a North American country consisting of ten provinces and three territories. Located in the northern part of the continent, it extends from the Atlantic to the Pacific and northward into the Arctic Ocean.

Pre-nurse programs can take students through various topics to prepare them for a nursing degree. Courses typically include chemistry, biology, anatomy, physiology, and nutrition. There may also be a focus on supplementary subjects such as English and statistics. There may be certain pre-requisites required depending on the school.