Human Resource Shortages Caused by the Emigration of Moroccan Health Professionals to Canada: A Focus on Sdgs, With Particular Emphasis on SDG 3 To Ensure Healthy Living and Well-Being at All Ages

Aim: The aim of this study is to analyse and determine the key factors influencing the decision of Moroccan nurses, health technicians and midwives to immigrate to Canada, despite the shortage of human resources suffered by the Moroccan health ministry, which could undermine the achievement of the 3rd Sustainable Development Goal, aimed at guaranteeing a healthy life and promoting well-being for all at all ages for sustainable societies. Materials and Methods: This research was based on an exploratory study carried out over 2-year period, between janvier 2022 and janvier 2024, targeting nurses health technicians, and midwives who had begun their administrative procedures with the health department to immigrate to Canada. Results: The results showed the existence of several factors that influenced the decision of these health professionals. Based on the literature, interviewees' responses were categorized into four key factors, namely, economic, occupation, organizational, and other factors. In addition, this study allowed us to demonstrate what are the predominant factors that affect the decision to emigrate to Canada health professionals, as an example of working conditions considered unfavorable, low remuneration, and especially the opportunity to practice in Canada that attracts these professionals. The results of this study illustrated several factors that influence the decision to leave health professionals to practice in Canada. Discussion: This is the first study to examine the factors influencing the departure of Moroccan healthcare professionals to practice in Canada. its results will provide a roadmap for decision-makers to implement human resources management tools and mechanisms to retain healthcare professionals, with the ultimate aim of limiting this hemorrhagia that hinders the proper functioning of the care facilities.