chameleon

Hi Everyone, I am currently working as an RN in a NYC hospital. I have been working at my current position for a little over two years now. My experience is in NICU area. I attended a 2 year nursing program and graduated with an Associates Degree. I am considering of moving to Vancouver, Canada in the near future and have some questions regarding working there as an RN. What is the transition like for those who moved from USA to Canada and specifically for those with an Associates Degree. I am concerned that I will not be able to practice as an RN with the degree that I have and might have to further my education but I am not sure on the specifics. What is the average income with my experience and education? What do the benefits include (pension, medical, etc.). Also I am concerned about job availability, particularly in NICU. I know the downturn in the economy is worldwide and everyone is affected. I would like to know is there a hiring freeze or is there still some hiring going on. Thank you for any help/advice anyone might have. If anyone would like to correspond with who went through the same process that would be great. Thank you.