The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) welcomes the premiers’ renewed commitment to improving health workforce mobility and urges them to harmonize nursing regulation across Canada. “Harmonizing nursing regulation is a tangible and transformative step that would unlock workforce potential and improve access to care,” said CNA president Dr. Kimberly LeBlanc. The organization calls for a pan-Canadian framework … Read more
As Canada’s premiers gather in Huntsville for the Council of the Federation meeting, the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is calling for urgent action to harmonize nursing regulation across jurisdictions to support health system sustainability and economic resilience. CNA President Dr. Kimberly LeBlanc emphasized the economic and health implications, stating, “With global uncertainty and growing pressures on Canada-U.S. … Read more
The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) released the 2025 edition of its Code of Ethics for Nurses, a newly updated national framework co-created with all categories of regulated nurses across Canada. The revised code addresses modern practice realities, including reconciliation, anti-racism, nurse well-being, and guidance on ethical challenges such as medical assistance in dying and gender-affirming … Read more
The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) announced that its partnership with the Alberta Association of Nurses (AAN) officially took effect on July 1, 2025, with AAN becoming an Organizational Affiliate of CNA. AAN members now also hold CNA membership and gain access to national leadership programs, certification opportunities, and advocacy campaigns. “Together, we are strengthening our … Read more
The Canadian Nurses Association announced a membership expansion, welcoming Newfoundland and Labrador as its first Chapter and Alberta Association of Nurses as our inaugural Organizational affiliate in our newly expanded membership models. The move will strengthen the unity and influence of the nursing profession across Canada, bringing together like-minded organizations that support nurses across the … Read more
The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) proudly celebrates National Nursing Week, May 12–18, 2025, with the theme The Power of Nurses to Transform Health. This theme honours the expertise, compassion, and impact of the 478,000+ nurses across Canada who are shaping the future of care in every health system and beyond. The week includes Indigenous Nurses Day and … Read more
The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is calling on Prime Minister Mark Carney (Nepean, Ont.) to move swiftly on key health and health workforce commitments. “Nurses across the country are ready to work with the federal government to strengthen our health system and improve access to care,” said CNA president Dr. Kimberly LeBlanc. “With a renewed … Read more
The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is deeply concerned by the lack of attention given to health during the federal election campaign. Despite widespread public concern about the state of our health system, health care was not included as a dedicated topic in either of the federal leaders’ debates. During the French-language debate on April 16, … Read more
The Canadian Nurses Association is urging federal parties to adopt its election platform focused on building a stronger, more accessible, and equitable health system powered by nurses. The platform calls for immediate federal action to expand nurse-led care, improve labour mobility through national licensure, and strengthen ethical recruitment and retention. It also emphasizes the need … Read more
Following the federal, provincial and territorial health ministers’ meeting, the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is urging all levels of government to act on the Canada Health Act Services Policy, which recognizes nurse practitioner (NP) services as equivalent to physician services. This critical update will improve access to high-quality, team-based primary care for Canadians. “With millions of … Read more
