College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut

College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Mission
"To promote and ensure competent nursing practice for the people of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut".

Today, we pause to honour the survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities, and to remember the chi...
09/30/2025

Today, we pause to honour the survivors of residential schools, their families, and communities, and to remember the children who never returned home. This day is a reminder of the ongoing impacts of colonialism and the responsibility we all share in advancing reconciliation.

The College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) acknowledges that our office is located on Chief Drygeese Territory, the traditional lands of the Yellowknives Dene First Nation since time immemorial. We also recognize that our work regulating the nursing professions extends across the Northwest Territories and Nunavut, which includes portions of Treaties 8, 11, the Nunavut Agreement, and Inuit Nunangat.

We are grateful to live and work on these lands, and we are committed to deepening our understanding of the distinct histories, languages, and cultures of all Indigenous Peoples, including the Dene, Inuit, and Mรฉtis peoples.

On this National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, we reaffirm our commitment to listening, learning, and walking together in the spirit of respect, healing, and reconciliation.

๐Ÿ“ข Important Message You may have heard comments suggesting that CANNN is trying to act as a union for nurses. We want to...
09/26/2025

๐Ÿ“ข Important Message

You may have heard comments suggesting that CANNN is trying to act as a union for nurses. We want to be clear: this is false.

๐Ÿ‘‰ CANNN is the regulator for nurses. Our job is to protect the public and make sure nursing is safe and effective.
๐Ÿ‘‰ We will never take on the role of collective bargaining or union representation.
๐Ÿ‘‰ Nurses asked us to listen to their voices, so we shared survey resultsโ€”but thatโ€™s very different from being a union.

๐Ÿ’ก Looking ahead:
In early 2026, a new and independent group will launchโ€”the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association of Nurses (NTNAN).

โœ… CANNN will remain the regulator.
๐Ÿคฒ NTNAN will be the professional association, focusing on advocacy and supporting nurses.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Read our full Public Advisory here:https://cannn.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/Public-Advisory-Collective-Bargaining.pdf

We value open communication and want to ensure accurate information is shared. ๐Ÿ’™

Weโ€™re still recruiting for the NTNAN Board of Directors!Are you a nurse with a passion for leadership, advocacy, or ment...
09/25/2025

Weโ€™re still recruiting for the NTNAN Board of Directors!

Are you a nurse with a passion for leadership, advocacy, or mentorship?
Do you want to represent your peers and help build something from the ground up?

๐Ÿ‘‰ This is your opportunity to:

Join a brand new association built by and for Northern nurses
Influence policy, advocacy, and the future of the profession

Bring your voice to the table as we launch the Northwest Territories and Nunavut Association of Nurses (NTNAN)

๐Ÿงญ Open to all designations (LPN, RN, RPN, NP, student, graduate, retired)
๐Ÿ“ Must be in good standing in the NWT or NU
๐Ÿ’ผ Volunteer role | 4 meetings/year + working groups
๐Ÿ“… Apply by October 15

๐Ÿ”— Learn more and apply: cannn.ca/ntnan

๐Ÿ“ฉ Questions? info@cannn.ca

๐Ÿšจ Big news for  !Weโ€™re launching NTNAN โ€” a new association focused on advocacy, connection, and leadership โœจ๐ŸŽฏ Now recrui...
09/18/2025

๐Ÿšจ Big news for !

Weโ€™re launching NTNAN โ€” a new association focused on advocacy, connection, and leadership โœจ

๐ŸŽฏ Now recruiting:
๐Ÿ‘ฉโš•๏ธ Executive Director (PT, paid)
๐Ÿง‘โš•๏ธ Board of Directors (volunteer)

This is your chance to lead real change.
Your voice belongs at the table ๐Ÿ—ฃ๏ธ

๐Ÿ”— Learn more at cannn.ca/ntnan

๐Ÿ“… Apply by Oct 15
๐Ÿ“ฉ Questions? info@cannn.ca

๐ŸŒŸ Reminder for CANNN Members! ๐ŸŒŸDonโ€™t miss our upcoming webinar on the Canada Health Act (CHA) Services Policy happening ...
09/15/2025

๐ŸŒŸ Reminder for CANNN Members! ๐ŸŒŸ

Donโ€™t miss our upcoming webinar on the Canada Health Act (CHA) Services Policy happening this Wednesday, September 17 at 11:00 AM MDT / 1:00 PM EDT.

๐Ÿ“Œ Join Dr. Leigh Chapman, Canadaโ€™s Chief Nursing Officer, and the Health Canada CHA team as they share insights on the CHA Services Policy and its implications for nursing practice in the North.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register now to save your spot! f25b964d-c3a5-4ca7-a4d7-66fa06e86a52@6d939e11-0966-4ae5-a6c7-5effd5de94e4" rel="ugc" target="_blank">https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/f25b964d-c3a5-4ca7-a4d7-66fa06e86a52@6d939e11-0966-4ae5-a6c7-5effd5de94e4

๐Ÿฉบ Trust and transparency matter. Thatโ€™s why CANNN is proud to announce our participation in Nursys Canada.Nursys is a na...
09/12/2025

๐Ÿฉบ Trust and transparency matter. Thatโ€™s why CANNN is proud to announce our participation in Nursys Canada.

Nursys is a national verification system that helps the public, employers, and regulators quickly confirm nursing licensure and registration status.

Launching in the North in December 2025.
๐ŸŽฅ Learn more:

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09/12/2025

โฐ Deadline approaching!
Have your say before our Communications Survey closes on September 15 at 4:00 PM MDT.

Your feedback will help CANNN strengthen and improve the way we connect with nurses, the public, and system partners.

โœ… It only takes 7โ€“9 minutes
๐ŸŽ Enter for a chance to win one of ten $50 well.ca e-gift cards

Donโ€™t miss your chance to share your voice!
๐Ÿ”— Complete the survey now: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/CANNN-communications

๐Ÿšจ System Notice: Registrant Portal Temporarily UnavailableOur registration system, Alinity, is currently experiencing do...
09/10/2025

๐Ÿšจ System Notice: Registrant Portal Temporarily Unavailable

Our registration system, Alinity, is currently experiencing downtime. We are working closely with our provider to resolve the issue as quickly as possible.

We will share an update as soon as the system is back online. Thank you for your patience and understanding as we work to restore full access.

If you have urgent questions in the meantime, please contact us at info@cannn.ca

๐Ÿ“ฃ Big News: A New Association for Northern NursesThe College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and ...
09/09/2025

๐Ÿ“ฃ Big News: A New Association for Northern Nurses

The College and Association of Nurses of the Northwest Territories and Nunavut (CANNN) is proud to announce the launch of a new, independent association โ€” NTNAN.

๐Ÿ‘ฅ NTNAN will focus on advocacy, leadership, and professional support for nurses across the NWT and NU.

๐Ÿ”น CANNN = Regulation
๐Ÿ”น NTNAN = Advocacy

We're now recruiting our first Board of Directors and Executive Director! Stay Tuned for application details!

๐Ÿ“ง Questions? info@cannn.ca

One profession. Two organizations. Shared commitment.

๐Ÿ”” Exciting News!Weโ€™re launching a brand new Registrant Portal ๐ŸŽ‰Today our new Alinity software goes liveโ€”making it easier...
09/08/2025

๐Ÿ”” Exciting News!
Weโ€™re launching a brand new Registrant Portal ๐ŸŽ‰

Today our new Alinity software goes liveโ€”making it easier than ever for registrants to access their information and services.

๐Ÿ’ป New Portal Link: https://cannn.alinityapp.com/

๐Ÿ› ๏ธ With this change, all previous links to Thentia will be removed from our site.

This marks an important step forward in streamlining our systems and improving the user experience for nurses across the North. Thank you for your patience and support during this transition!

Questions? Reach out to us at info@cannn.ca

Acknowledging Our First RespondersAt this difficult time for many communities in the Northwest Territories, we want to r...
09/07/2025

Acknowledging Our First Responders

At this difficult time for many communities in the Northwest Territories, we want to recognize the tireless efforts of first responders, health care providers, emergency personnel, and volunteers who continue to protect and support residents during the wildfire evacuations.

Your strength, dedication, and courage in the face of uncertainty do not go unnoticed. We are grateful for the sacrifices you make and the care you provide โ€” often at great personal cost โ€” to keep our communities safe.

To everyone affected by the evacuations, please follow official updates, take care of yourselves and your loved ones, and reach out for supports if you need them. You are not alone. ๐Ÿ’™

We are proud to share this important event amplifying Indigenous voices in health care. These conversations on anti-raci...
09/07/2025

We are proud to share this important event amplifying Indigenous voices in health care. These conversations on anti-racism and cultural safety are vital to advancing safer, more equitable systems for all.

Hear from Indigenous health leaders grounded in culture, shaped by experience, and committed anti-racism and cultural safety.

From remote communities to national policy tables, these 10 speakers bring decades of lived experience, strength and resilience, and community leadership to the conversation on anti-Indigenous racism in nursing and health care, guiding us toward a safer, more equitable system.

Sign up now โ†’ bit.ly/AIRKnowledgeSharingEvent2025

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Yellowknife, NT

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Monday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm

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