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last updated: April 14, 2025

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
Webinar: Nursing Retention Toolkit with Dr. Leigh Chapman, Chief Nursing Officer of Canada
Nurse retention is crucial for maintaining a strong and resilient healthcare system. Join us for an insightful webinar featuring Dr. Leigh Chapman, Chief Nursing Officer of Canada, as she presents the Nursing Retention Toolkit. In this webinar, you will learn practical strategies to: Address the challenges of nurse turnover Foster a supportive work environment Promote
Welcome Karen Cabonita – New Director
We are thrilled to introduce Karen Anne Cabonita, a dedicated and passionate nurse who has been making a profound impact in the healthcare field for over a decade. Originally from the Philippines, Karen holds a Master’s Degree in Nursing with a specialization in Primary Health Care. She began her nursing career back home, working as
Welcome Renata Kamieniecki as Our New Director of Quality Practice
We are excited to welcome Renata Kamieniecki as our new Director of Quality Practice. Renata has been a Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) since 1998, with extensive experience in Vancouver, San Francisco, and across Nunavut. Her diverse career includes working in acute in-patient psychiatry, community mental health care, street nursing, assertive case management, leadership, teaching, and
Participate in the Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth
Statistics Canada is conducting the Canadian Health Survey on Children and Youth until February 2, 2025. This important survey aims to gather a better understanding of the physical and mental health of children and youth aged 1 to 17 in Canada. Results from the survey may be used by decision-makers to monitor health trends, help inform policies and improve the
Registration for Nursing Lane’s 2025 Primary Care Series is open!
Gain valuable insights from top specialists in gynecology, dermatology, endocrinology, psychiatry, respirology, cardiology, neurology, nephrology, hematology, pediatrics, and more on commonly referred conditions that can be effectively managed within primary care. Join live sessions with Q&A, access recordings, and enjoy flexible, on-demand learning. Primary Care Series 2025 Flyer – CANNN Here’s a sneak peek at
Gentle Reminder for New Applicants and Reinstatements!
We encourage all applicants to check their requirements through the Applicant Portal regularly. Monitoring your application status is important, as we do not send individual reminders about outstanding documents. Please remember, it is your responsibility to ensure that all necessary documents are submitted through the Applicant Portal. Staying informed and proactive helps us ensure a
Participate in Research on Healthcare Provider Retention
We are excited to share an important opportunity for healthcare providers across Canada to participate in a new research study led by Dr. Margaret McKinnon’s Trauma and Recovery Research Unit at McMaster University. Since 2020, this team has been exploring the mental health and experiences of healthcare providers during and beyond the COVID-19 pandemic. In