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Why Do Professional Associations Matter?

The matrix of regulated categories and types of nursing organizations, all layered within Canada’s federated structure, makes for a complicated nursing landscape. While there is some blurring of functions among them, it is important to understand the roles of these diverse organizations.



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We are the Canadian Nurses Association

CNA is the national and global professional voice of Canadian nursing. We represent registered nurses, nurse practitioners, licensed and registered practical nurses, registered psychiatric nurses, retired nurses and nursing students across all 13 provinces and territories.

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National Nursing Week, May 12-18, 2025

The theme this year is The Power of Nurses to Transform Health. This theme highlights the incredible impact nurses have in shaping health care, driving innovation, and advocating for patient-centred care.

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Canadian Nurses Association

CNA is the unified voice of Canadian nursing — from coast to coast to coast. We support students and nurses in the beginning stages of their careers, those who are working full and part-time, and those who are retired. No matter where you work, we’re determined to make nursing better — for nurses, for patients and for our public health systems.

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Enjoy exclusive access to the Canadian Nurse online journal and the Canadian Journal of Nursing Leadership. Both journals are dedicated to nursing, publishing practical information, insightful opinions and interesting stories to support all domains of practice.

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As well as being part of Canada’s national nurses association, you will have access to the membership benefits below and more.

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What Our Members Say

“Being a member of CNA has continuously pushed me to think about the bigger picture and how nursing can transform health care through leadership and innovation.”

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Patrick Chiu

Professional Practice Advisor, AB