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last updated: April 14, 2025
New Registration Manual Now Available
The College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) is pleased to announce the release of our updated Registration Manual. This manual replaces all previous registration policies and serves as the comprehensive guide for applicants and registrants on the requirements and processes for: Initial registration and licensure Annual renewal Reinstatement to active practice
Registration Now Open: Canadian MAiD Curriculum – Fall 2025 Training Sessions for NPs
The College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) is pleased to share that registration is now open for the Fall 2025 Canadian MAiD Curriculum (CMC) training sessions. These free, virtual sessions are designed specifically for: Nurse Practitioners (NPs) NP Students Physicians Medical Residents Offered by the Canadian Association of MAiD Assessors and
Joint Statement on Emergency Room Coverage at Stanton Territorial Hospital
The College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN), alongside the Northwest Territories Medical Association (NWTMA) and the Union of Northern Workers (UNW), have released a joint statement emphasizing the urgent need for 24/7 in-person emergency physician coverage at Stanton Territorial Hospital. The current reliance on 12-hour shifts and an untested virtual ER
Registration Now Open: Summer 2025 Canadian MAiD Curriculum
We are pleased to share that registration is now open for the Summer 2025 sessions of the Canadian MAiD Curriculum. These expert-led, case-based training sessions are designed to support clinicians seeking to deepen their understanding of Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) and related care. Thanks to financial support from Health Canada, registration is currently free
What We Heard: Voices from the North on Nursing Challenges
The College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) is pleased to share a summary of responses from our recent survey exploring key issues affecting the nursing profession across both territories. This preliminary report highlights emerging themes and provides insight into registrant perspectives on topics including collective agreements, dual mandates, recruitment and retention,
Updated Nursing Practice Hour Requirements – Effective April 17, 2025
The College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) has updated its nursing practice hour requirements to better align with national standards and evolving regulatory practices. To qualify for licensure, applicants must now meet one of the following: 1,125 practice hours within the past five years, or 450 practice hours within the past
Federal Investment Supports Integration of Internationally Educated Health Professionals
The College of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) welcomes the Government of Canada’s recent announcement to invest up to $14.3 million in initiatives aimed at reducing labour shortages in the health sector through targeted support for internationally educated health professionals (IEHPs). This investment, announced by the Honourable Steven MacKinnon, Minister of Employment,
Volunteer Opportunity: Help Shape the Future of RPN Assessment
Inspire Global Assessments is seeking Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) subject matter experts (SMEs) to support the development of a new RPN competency assessment in 2025–2026. This is a meaningful opportunity to contribute to the profession, grow your skills, and connect with RPNs across Canada. What’s Involved Selected subject matter experts (SMEs) will work closely with
Beverly Myers Joins Our Board of Directors as Newest Member
We’re so pleased to welcome Beverly to our Board of Directors! Beverly has over fifteen years of nursing experience across a diverse range of healthcare settings, including long-term care for the elderly and children, mental health, clinic nursing, and acute care. She has spent the past eleven years serving communities in Nunavut, where she has
