What Is an MCC Licensing Application?

The Medical Council of Canada (MCC) and provincial colleges such as the
College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) oversee the assessment,
registration, and licensing of physicians in Canada. Whether you are a Canadian medical graduate
or an International Medical Graduate (IMG), you must complete a series of exams,
credential verifications, and regulatory steps before practising medicine.

Notaryspace does not provide medical licensing advice. Our role is to
ensure that your degrees, credentials, identification, and supporting documents
are properly notarized and certified so that they are accepted by MCC, CPSO, and other regulators.

What Are the Main Steps in the Licensing Process?

The exact steps and requirements depend on your background and the province or territory where you
intend to practise. Below is a general overview of the typical pathway for MCC licensing and provincial registration.

1. Eligibility Assessment

The first step is confirming that you meet MCC eligibility criteria, which usually includes:

• Completion of a medical degree from a recognized medical school
• Meeting language proficiency requirements in English or French
• Providing valid identification and educational documents

At this stage, you may need notarized copies of your passport, medical degree, transcripts,
and other credentials for submission through physiciansapply.ca or similar platforms.

2. MCC Qualifying Examinations

International medical graduates and some Canadian graduates are assessed through MCC exams, including:

• MCCQE Part I – A computer-based examination that evaluates medical knowledge and
  clinical decision-making, required by many provinces for licensure and residency entry.
• Other assessments and provincial exams – Depending on your route and jurisdiction,
  additional evaluations may apply. (Requirements can change; always confirm directly with MCC and the
  relevant provincial college.)

3. National Assessment Collaboration (NAC) Examination

Many IMGs must complete the NAC Examination, which assesses clinical skills and
readiness for Canadian medical practice. This exam is particularly important for those applying
to residency programs through CaRMS.

4. Medical Licensure Application with a Provincial College

After meeting MCC requirements, you apply for licensure through a provincial/territorial
medical regulatory authority, such as:

• CPSO – College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
• CPSBC – British Columbia
• CPSA – Alberta
• Other provincial or territorial colleges across Canada

Each college has its own rules for supervised practice, references, documentation, and specialty recognition.
Many of these steps require notarized and certified documents.

5. Postgraduate Training

Depending on the province or territory, you may need to complete:

• A residency program (often via CaRMS)
• A practice-ready assessment or supervised practice program
• Additional training or evaluation specific to your specialty

6. Licensure

Once all examination, assessment, and training requirements are met, the provincial or territorial
college may grant you a license to practise medicine. Throughout this process, properly
notarized and certified documentation is essential to avoid delays or refusals.

How Notaryspace Can Help with Your MCC Licensing Documentation

We support physicians by ensuring their documents meet the formal notarization and certification standards
required by MCC, CPSO, and other regulatory bodies.

• Notarization of medical degrees and diplomas
• Certified true copies of medical school transcripts
• Notarized copies of passports and government-issued ID
• Affidavits and statutory declarations related to identity, name changes, or training
• Notarized letters, reference documents, and supporting forms when required
• Digital and in-person notarization options (where permitted in Ontario)

Our goal is to help you submit complete, properly certified documentation so you can focus on
exams, training, and your medical career in Canada.

Why Choose Notaryspace?

• Experience working with MCC, CPSO, and international doctors
• Fast and reliable certified true copies and notarizations
• Online and in-person appointments across Ontario (where permitted)
• Convenient Mississauga location and flexible scheduling
• Clear fees and professional, friendly service

Book your appointment online or
contact us to discuss your MCC and CPSO documentation needs.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do you give advice about which exams I should take?

No. We do not provide exam, immigration, or licensing advice. We focus exclusively on
notarizing and certifying your documents so they meet formal requirements.

Can you notarize documents for physiciansapply.ca and MCC?

Yes. We regularly notarize passports, degrees, transcripts, and other credentials that need to be
uploaded to physiciansapply.ca or submitted to MCC and CPSO.

Do I need to bring original documents?

Yes. For certified true copies, you must bring the original documents so we can compare them
with the copies and properly certify them as true copies.

Can you help international doctors outside Ontario?

Our notary services are based in Ontario. We may be able to assist with some documents remotely where
permitted by Ontario law. Please contact us with your
specific situation.