Join a CANNN Committee
Empower the future of nursing in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut by joining a CANNN committee! Committees play a vital role in shaping policies, supporting nursing practice, ensuring regulatory excellence, and advancing research. Whether you’re passionate about policy development, nursing standards, or professional advocacy, there’s a place for you.
Why Join a Committee?
For Designated Nursing Volunteers
- Influence decision-making in your profession
- Collaborate with other nursing professionals
- Enhance your leadership and regulatory expertise
- Make a meaningful impact on nursing standards and education
How to Apply: Interested in joining? Submit your resume, completed application form, and two references to execast@cannn.ca.
📌 Opportunities are currently open across multiple committees!
For Community Members
Your Voice Can Shape Healthcare in the North
No nursing background? No problem. We welcome community members who are passionate about safe, high-quality care. Join our Board of Directors or Committees to bring valuable perspectives that enhance Northern Nursing.
📌 How to Apply: Submit your resume, completed community application form, and two references to execast@cannn.ca.
Committees at CANNN
Each committee has a dedicated role in shaping the profession. Expand the sections below to learn more:
Quality Assurance Program Committee
- Reviews the quality assurance program and processes at CANNN.
- Evaluates proposed Quality Assurance activities by CANNN staff.
- Open for applications – Project concludes August 31, 2025.
Policy Committee
- Reviews, evaluates, and approves policies before Board approval.
- Ensures policies align with CANNN’s goals, legal requirements, and nursing best practices.
- Open for applications – One-year term.
Nursing Practice Committee
- Reviews and discusses new standards of practice.
- Provides input on nursing trends and clinical guidelines.
- Open for applications – Three-year term.
Research Committee
- Identifies key research questions impacting nursing in the Northwest Territories and Nunavut.
- Engages in research planning, data collection, and interpretation.
- Publishes findings to advance nursing research.
- Open for applications – Three-year term.
Association and Advocacy Committee
- Develops strategies to promote and support the profession.
- Builds public awareness and provides learning opportunities.
- Ensures diverse representation and quarterly collaboration.
- Open for applications – Three-year term.
Professional Conduct Committee
- Reviews complaints against CANNN registrants.
- Ensures regulatory compliance in accordance with governing Acts.
- Open for applications – Three-year term.
Registration Committee
- Reviews appeals on denied licensure.
- Assesses eligibility of Internationally Educated Nurses.
- Completes fitness-to-practice evaluations.
- Open for applications – Three-year term.
Education Advisory Committee
- Recommends nursing education standards and program approval processes.
- Provides guidance on nursing education policies.
- Open for applications – Three-year term.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Who can apply? Registered nurses, nursing educators, and professionals with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.
What is the time commitment? Most committees require monthly or quarterly meetings, with additional time for review and contributions.
How do I apply? Submit your resume, application form, and two references to execast@cannn.ca.
Can I apply for multiple committees? Yes! Indicate your preferred committee(s) when submitting your application and we will review to ensure that there are no conflicts of interest with your preferences. If there is, you will be contacted to discuss further.
📌 Opportunities are currently open across multiple committees!
