Ontario Nurses for the Environment

05/24/2026

Congratulations to our very own Steve Cairns for receiving the Leadership Award in Nursing Education (Academic) for his work in planetary heath!! 🏆🩺

🏆On May 14, a special evening celebration for nursing was held by the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario who recognized leaders across the profession

🎉Sue LeBeau, RNAO President-elect, celebrated this year’s recipients, saying “Today we celebrate those who have made meaningful contributions to RNAO's mandate, speaking out for your profession and for health.”

💫CANE wishes to offer congratulations to all the recipients of the RNAO’s first seven 2026 Recognition Awards with a special shout out to CANE member and Ontario representative, Steve Cairns!

🎊Congratulations to this year’s recipients:

• Honoured Friend of Nursing: Ravin Walker
• Leadership in Nursing Research: Rosanra (Rosie) Yoon
• Leadership in Nursing Administration: Desa Dlugosz
• Leadership in Nursing Education (Staff Development): Amy Davignon
• Leadership in Nursing Education (Academic): Steve Cairns
• Leadership in Health Equity: Safeyyah Raji
• Lifetime Achievement Award: Linda Patrick

https://rnao.ca/about/awards/recognition-awards

05/24/2026

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What an incredible evening 🌟 This evening was a special celebration for nursing as @[Registered Nurses'​ Association of Ontario \(RNAO\)](urn:li:organization:97991777) recognized leaders across the profession 🏆 , president-elect, celebrated this year’s recipients, saying “Toda...

05/08/2026

Attention ONE members!! 🌱🌏

Have you been thinking about how to make a meaningful impact within your nursing community?

One of the most powerful ways to do so is by stepping into a leadership role with ONE!!

We are currently seeking nominations for Executive Network Officer (ENO) positions. These roles offer a rewarding opportunity to contribute to RNAO’s work while also growing your own professional skills and expanding your network.

Why get involved?
As an interest group leader, you will have the opportunity to:
- Raise awareness of the nursing profession
- Network with fellow nurses and healthcare professionals
- Build connections with local politicians and decision-makers
- Strengthen your leadership skills and professional capacity
- Plan and host engaging events for members

Open Positions:
- Chair / Co-chair (Max 2 )
- Finance Executive Network Officer (Max 2)
- Social Media Executive Network Officer (Max 2)
- Student Liaison (Max 2)
- Membership Executive Network Officer(Max 2)
- Newsletter Editor (1 only)
- Webmaster (1 or 2 )
- Member-at-large (4)
- Student-at-large non-voting

Whether you are an experienced leader or looking to take your first step into a leadership role, we encourage you to consider putting your name forward.

**Position descriptions and the nomination form are available here: https://myrnao.ca/cfn_one_2026

**Nominations close on June 4, 2026, at 12:00 p.m. ET**

We encourage you to consider putting your name forward! Your voice and leadership matter!! 😊🌏

04/29/2026

Nurses are turning everyday practice into powerful climate action 🌎🌿

Join CCGHC, CANE, and ONE on May 15 at 12 PM EST for From Practice to Impact: Nurses Advocating for Sustainable Change — a practical session exploring how clinical decisions and advocacy can reduce environmental impact while enhancing patient care.

✨ Learn from real-world examples, including supporting low-carbon inhaler use, reducing OR and clinical waste, and aligning care with initiatives like Choosing Wisely.

🔗 Register now: https://conta.cc/4ufmGOl

04/29/2026

The future of sustainable health care starts with education 📚🌿

Join CCGHC, CANE and ONE on May 14 at 3:00–4:30 PM EST for Shaping a Sustainable Future: Nursing Education for the Environment — a conversation on how nursing leaders across Canada are embedding climate change, planetary health, and sustainability into education, research, and practice.

✨ Explore strategies for integrating planetary health into nursing programs, learn about CANE’s education initiatives, and get an inside look at the development of entry-level competencies in partnership with RNAO and ONE.

🔗 Register now: https://conta.cc/48ZgOQZ

04/29/2026

Nurses are leading sustainability from within health care systems 🏥🌿

Join CCGHC, CANE and ONE on May 13 at 12 PM EST for Healing the Planet: Nurses and Green Teams in Action — a dynamic session exploring how nurses are starting, leading, and scaling green teams across diverse health care settings.

✨ Discover emerging research on Green Teams in Canada, hear real-world insights from nursing leaders, and gain practical advice on launching and advancing your own initiatives.

🔗 Register now: https://conta.cc/4vWevrG

04/29/2026

Environmental justice is a critical and growing area of nursing practice 🌍💚

Join CCGHC, CANE and ONE on May 12 at 12 PM EST for Health Equity Starts Here: Environmental Justice Through a Nursing Lens — an important conversation on how nurses are uniquely positioned to address the disproportionate impacts of environmental harm on marginalized and equity-deserving communities.

✨ Explore how intersectionality shapes environmental health outcomes and gain expert insights on integrating environmental justice into practice.

🔗 Register now: https://conta.cc/4t2a5wZ

04/29/2026

Nurses are leading the charge in tackling the climate crisis. ✊🌍

Join CCGHC, CANE and ONE on May 11 at 12 PM EST for Nurses’ Planetary Health Actions Across Domains of Practice — a powerful conversation showcasing how nurses are driving change across advocacy, education, long-term care, and global health.

✨ Hear real-world examples of innovation, leadership, and impact from across the nursing spectrum.

🔗 Register now: https://conta.cc/3OYxvoY

04/29/2026

🌍💚 Nurses are transforming health—and the planet.

In celebration of National Nursing Week (May 11–15) and this year’s theme, The Power of Nurses to Transform Health, the Canadian Coalition for Green Health Care, Canadian Association of Nurses for the Environment (CANE) and the Ontario Nurses for the Environment (ONE-IIOE) are teaming up for a dynamic webinar series spotlighting nurses leading the way in planetary health and sustainability.

From green teams 🌱 to advocacy 📣 to climate-conscious care 🩺, discover how nurses are driving real change across the health system.

✨ Don’t miss it—explore the full series and register: https://greenhealthcare.ca/nursing-week-2026/

04/29/2026

Join us at our Greening Nursing School Community of Practice meeting! 📚🌱

Are you interested in helping to green nursing schools? We hold bi-monthly meetings where nurses, faculty, and nursing students from across Canada and internationally come together to share ideas. Topics covered include reducing the environmental footprint through projects such as Greening the Lab, as well as exploring ways to incorporate planetary health and disaster management competencies into curricula.

This month, we will continue discussions on strategies to include planetary health in undergraduate nursing curricula and entry-to-practice competencies.

Register here: https://myrnao.ca/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=2012