CNNN Practising Without a Valid Licence

Not sure if someone is legally allowed to practise in the NWT or Nunavut? This tool will help you understand what to do and who handles it.

Northwest Territories | Nunavut

Nursing Profession Act, SNWT 2023
Nursing Professions Act, SNu 2023
You have a concern that a nurse may be practising without a valid licence in the Northwest Territories or Nunavut.

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Node 1

Is this person currently listed on the Find a Nurse tool at cannn.ca?

Find a Nurse only displays nurses who are currently active and in good standing in the NWT or Nunavut. If you are an employer, you are responsible for verifying registration before engaging any nurse — full-time, part-time, contract, or volunteer. Registration in another province or territory does not permit practice in NWT or Nunavut.

YES — FOUND AND ACTIVE

→ Outcome A — Licence is valid

NO — NOT CURRENTLY LISTED

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FOUND — BUT YOU KNOW THEIR LICENCE HAS CONDITIONS OR RESTRICTIONS

→ Outcome B — Conditions or Restrictions on Licence

Node 2

Is the person performing nursing duties or representing themselves as a nurse?

If a person is not registered with CNNN and is performing nursing duties or holding themselves out as a nurse, this is a serious matter. CNNN does not have administrative jurisdiction over unregistered individuals — this may be a criminal matter.

YES — CLAIMING TO BE OR ACTING AS A NURSE

→ Outcome C — Unauthorized Practice

NO/UNSURE

→ Outcome D — Contact CNNN for guidance

A

Outcome A

Licence is Valid — No Licensing Action Required

  • The nurse is currently active and in good standing with CNNN and is permitted to practise in the NWT or Nunavut
  • No action is required in relation to licensure
  • The registrant resigned or voluntarily restricted their practice
If you have a separate concern about this nurse’s professional conduct or practice, refer to the CNNN Employer Reporting Decision Tool.

B

Outcome B

Conditions or Restrictions on Licence

If you are aware of a nurse practising contrary to limitations or conditions on their licence, please report to CNNN at intake@cannn.ca for assistance.

C

Outcome C

Unauthorized Practice

  • If you have reason to believe that an individual is not licensed to practise in the Northwest Territories or Nunavut and is representing themselves as a nurse, you must report this to both CNNN and the appropriate local authorities
This includes situations where an individual is:
  • Falsely representing themselves as a nurse; or
  • Performing nursing duties without the required registration or licensure
⚠️ Report to CNNN at intake@cannn.ca or 867-688-8255, and to the appropriate local authorities.

D

Outcome D

Unclear — Contact CNNN for Guidance

  • No reportable conduct or employment action occurred
  • Contact CNNN directly before taking any action — CNNN can help identify the right pathway
Call 867-688-5219 or email intake@cannn.ca There is no obligation to file a report in order to ask a question.

Good practice for employers: verify before you engage

Employers are responsible for confirming that any nurse they engage — whether full-time, part-time, contract, or volunteer — holds a valid CNNN licence before they begin practice. Use the Find a Nurse tool at cannn.ca to verify. If you are unsure about a nurse's status or eligibility to practise, contact CNNN before engagement — not after.

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