College of Nurses of Ontario

College of Nurses of Ontario As the governing body for Ontario's 180,000+ nurses, we register nurses, help them maintain competence, and set and enforce practice standards.

We partner with employers, educators and government so that all Ontarians benefit from safe nursing care. The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is the governing body for Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in Ontario, Canada. Our purpose is to protect the public by promoting safe nursing practice. CNO fulfils its role by:
*establishing require

ments for entry to practice
*articulating and promoting practice standards
*administering its Quality Assurance Program
*enforcing standards of practice and conduct

CNO also supports the regulation of nursing in the public interest by:
*participating in the legislative process
*sharing statistical information about Ontario’s nurses

CNO works in partnership with employers, educators and government so that everyone in Ontario benefits from quality nursing services. CNO aims to prevent harm by identifying potential sources and addressing them before they can negatively impact the public. We are committed to a whole-system approach to nursing regulation and working with you to make a greater collective impact on the patient care system. Community Guidelines

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After going through her own birth experience, Giuliana Tarini found a deeper appreciation of her grandmother’s time and ...
05/15/2026

After going through her own birth experience, Giuliana Tarini found a deeper appreciation of her grandmother’s time and care as a neonatal nurse in Sudbury, Ontario.

“During one of [my grandmother’s] shifts, she slipped on a wet floor while holding a baby. There were no warning signs — nothing. In that moment, she held on tight to that baby, making sure that it was safe,” Giuliana explained. “The baby ended up being safe, but unfortunately she lives with the effects of that fall today.”

“Now, going through my own birth experience at Trillium Health Partners Mississauga Hospital, I realized that natural instinct in an entirely new way,” she continued.

“My nurses were there for me when I needed them most. When life felt completely overwhelming, they were there for me to offer me some calmness. I want them to know that they became a part of my story.”

See more patient stories at cno.org/nursingweek.

Compassionate nursing care made all the difference for Sonya Saini and her family during a challenging chapter of their ...
05/15/2026

Compassionate nursing care made all the difference for Sonya Saini and her family during a challenging chapter of their lives.

“I want to thank the nurses in the ICU unit at the Niagara Health for showing my family and I compassion, care and kindness. Your support meant so much to our family during an incredibly difficult time," Sonya said.

“Small gestures, like quietly handing me a tissue when I was overwhelmed or gently reassuring us as we faced hard decisions, meant more than words can express. I will always be grateful for the empathy and support you showed during one of the hardest moments of my life.”

See more patient stories: https://cno.org/nursingweek

05/14/2026

Kim Pavli Clark shares her story about an exceptional nurse who cared for her father after he experienced an abdominal aortic aneurysm.

See more patient stories at cno.org/nursingweek.

After a life-changing cancer diagnosis in 2022, Graciano Claro has been receiving care at Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybro...
05/14/2026

After a life-changing cancer diagnosis in 2022, Graciano Claro has been receiving care at Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre. He has seen firsthand how nurses provide meaningful support during difficult moments.

“It has been one of the most difficult experiences of my life, filled with uncertainty, difficult days and moments that truly test your strength. But through it all, I have not been alone,” Graciano said.

"I have been incredibly fortunate to receive care at Sunnybrook’s Odette Cancer Centre, where the nurses have made a profound impact on my journey. Their compassion, patience and unwavering dedication go far beyond medical care. Thank you for standing by me, supporting me and helping me continue this fight with hope and courage.”

See more at cno.org/nursingweek.

05/13/2026

Reminded by her grandmother's time as a neonatal nurse, Giuliana Tarini looks back on her own birth experience and the compassionate nursing care she received.

See more patient stories at cno.org/nursingweek.

Behind every moment of care is a nurse.This Nursing Week, we’re sharing patient stories that highlight the difference nu...
05/13/2026

Behind every moment of care is a nurse.

This Nursing Week, we’re sharing patient stories that highlight the difference nurses make through moments of uncertainty, recovery and hope. From small gestures to life-changing care, nurses make a lasting impact on the people they support every day.

Read their stories and join us in recognizing a lifetime of care: https://www.cno.org/news/thanking-nurses-for-a-lifetime-of-care

Kim Pavli Clark, RN, was familiar with providing care to very acutely ill patients from working in a post-operative surg...
05/12/2026

Kim Pavli Clark, RN, was familiar with providing care to very acutely ill patients from working in a post-operative surgical step-down unit. But this experience didn’t prepare her for the moment her father suffered from an abdominal aortic aneurysm.

“Throughout his time at London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC), [my dad] had exceptional care from all of the staff — throughout his numerous surgeries and interventions,” Kim shared. “But there was one particular nurse who went above and beyond.”

“Often, nurses don’t get to meet patients at their very best. It’s often during very difficult times. For myself, I didn’t really realize the impact that one particular nurse could have,” she continued.

“I'm truly thankful for this experience because it impacted me both personally as well as professionally — and impacted the care that I provided moving forward. For that, I really want to say thank you to this particular nurse and to all nurses this Nursing Week.”

See more patient stories at cno.org/nursingweek.

05/12/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗡𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗗𝗮𝘆 🩺

Ontario has worked with the College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) to reduce barriers for internationally educated nurses (IENs).

𝗦𝗶𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗔𝗽𝗿𝗶𝗹 𝟭, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟱, 𝗜𝗘𝗡𝘀 𝘄𝗵𝗼 𝗺𝗲𝗲𝘁 𝗰𝗲𝗿𝘁𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗰𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗮 𝗵𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 𝗮𝗯𝗹𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝗺𝗼𝘃𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗿𝗼𝘂𝗴𝗵 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗖𝗡𝗢 𝗿𝗲𝗴𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗳𝗮𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗿:

✅ save up to $7,500
✅ can start practising in Ontario sooner

news.ontario.ca/en/release/1005369/ontario-continuing-to-support-and-grow-its-nursing-workforce

As Nursing Week begins, CNO's Registrar & CEO, Silvie Crawford, RN shares this message with nurses across Ontario."This ...
05/11/2026

As Nursing Week begins, CNO's Registrar & CEO, Silvie Crawford, RN shares this message with nurses across Ontario.

"This Nursing Week, I want to recognize your dedication, compassion and the vital role you play in the health of your patients. In every role or practice setting, you show up every day committed to providing safe, high-quality and compassionate care."

Read her full remarks at cno.org/nursingweek.

05/11/2026

This Nursing Week, the College of Nurses of Ontario is honouring the role nurses play in supporting patients at every stage of life. Through moments of joy, challenge and vulnerability, their impact is felt every day.

From May 11–17, join us in celebrating nurses and their contributions to the health care system. Thank you, nurses, for providing a lifetime of care!

Learn more at cno.org/nursingweek.

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