• • Develop a shared definition of public health nursing practice that will be able to reflect the culture, professional traditions, social-economic climate and the policy of individual countries throughout the world.
  • Develop public health nursing practice by sharing the experiences of public health nurses, health visitors and other practitioners, educators, leaders and researchers in this area from around the world. 

Are you attending CHNC2024 in Toronto? 

Check out some of the attractions highlighted below!

While you're here for the conference,  why not take a short walk from Hart House to some of the city's key spots? Check out the Royal Ontario Museum, Art Gallery of Ontario, Dundas Square, Queen’s Park, Yorkville Shopping, and Chinatown. Each offers a unique experience, adding an extra layer of discovery to your visit. Dive into the heart of Toronto's vibrant culture, all within reach! 

Just a bit further from Hart House, discover city highlights like the CN Tower, Ripley’s Aquarium, Rogers Centre, Mirvish Theatre, the Hop-On Hop-Off City Tour, and Second City Comedy. Perfect for a day out in Toronto! 

Don't miss the chance to experience TIFF, the city's heart of cinematic excellence. Beyond the famed September festival, TIFF offers a year-round showcase of international and Canadian films in its superb venue. Plus, with everything from casual café bites to sophisticated dining at Luma. Make your Toronto visit memorable with a visit to TIFF!

While in Toronto, lace up your shoes and experience the serene beauty of the Toronto Island. Wander through charming artist homes, lush parks, and sandy beaches. Or, enjoy a ferry ride for breathtaking views of the city skyline—an affordable way to admire Toronto from the water. Ferries depart from Bay Street every 30 minutes, or grab a water taxi from the nearby wharf for just $10. 

Don't miss out on visiting Stackt Market, North America's largest shipping container market, right here in Toronto! This unique cultural hub is crafted from shipping containers, offering an eclectic mix of retail, gourmet delights, a microbrewery, and vibrant events, all set against stunning city views. Plus, it's just steps away from iconic landmarks like the Rogers Centre, CN Tower, The Well Exhibit, and The Big Red Canoe.

Check out more to see at CHNC2024.ca  #CHNC2024

Great Big News Spring 2024 edition is now available!

 

_{March 20th, 2024 12:00pm-1:00pm}

_{MOSIAC: A Community of Practice}

Moral Distress: Building Personal Capacity and Taking Collective Action

Guest Presenter: Dr. Catherine Baxter, RN, PhD (Brandon University

Register Here!

MOSAIC Community of Practice (qualtrics.com) 

**Please remember to check your junk mail folder for the registration email**

What is Community of Practice (CoP)?

_{CoP is a group of people with a common passion who come together to share resources and learn through ongoing interactions.} 

What is MOSIAC?

_{An online forum for CHNs to:}

_{Support and share community health nursing experiences,}

_{Shape positivity and advocacy for change,}

_{Identify and address challenges that impact CHN’s practice and work conditions,}

_{Incorporate different ways of knowing and doing to understand CHNs’ influence within the current healthcare.}

Les Mars 20 2024 12:00-1:00 EST 

MOSAIC: UNE COMMUNAUTÉ DE PRATIQUE

Détresse morale: renforcer les capacitiés personnelles et entreprendre des actions collectives

Dr. Catherine Baxter, RN, PhD

Une communauté de pratique, c’est quoi?

_{Une communauté de pratique est un groupe de personnes ayant une passion commune qui se rassemble pour partager leurs ressources et faciliter l’échange de connaissances grâce à des interactions.}

Inscrivez-vous ici!

MOSAIC Community of Practice (qualtrics.com) 

Qu’est-ce que MOSIAC?

Un forum en ligne permaettant aux ISC de:

Soutenir et partager les experiences en soins infirmiers en sante Communautaire.

Facinner la positivite er plaidoyer pour le changment, Identifier et relever les defis qui ont un impact sur la pratique et les conditions de travail ISC.

Incorporer differenters manieres de savoir et d’agir pour comprendre l’influence des ISC dans le secteur des soins de sante actuel.

Community Health Nurses of Canada

Award of Merit 2023-2024 Call for Nominations

Each year, the Community Health Nurses of Canada offers an Award of Merit to one or more outstanding nurse(s) for their exemplary, visionary contribution to community health nursing.

Why nominate a community health nurse for the Award of Merit?

This is an excellent opportunity to honor nurses and to highlight and celebrate their important contribution to community health nursing. The award winner(s) will be announced during the CHNC National conference.

Call for Nominations:

To be eligible for this award, the community health nurse must be nominated by a current CHNC member.

Eligibility Criteria

♦ The nominees can be active or retired; posthumous nominations are welcome.

♦ The nominees should be a registered nurse or a past registered nurse (if retired)

♦ The nominees do not have to be current members of CHNC.

♦ The nominees should have a minimum of two years of experience as a community health nurse.

♦ The nominees work must be related to community health nursing from a research, education, administration, policy, and/or practice perspective

A completed nomination package should include and be limited to:

· A nomination letter that is not longer than 500 words

· The nomination must have a minimum of one additional supporter who is asked to provide a one-page letter of support as an attachment to the nomination package.

· CVs will not be required or adjudicated.

Deadline for Accepting Nominations is April 2, 2024

Selection Criteria

Nominations are reviewed based on the following criteria:

The nominee’s contributions to community health nursing are outlined in the nomination package showing evidence of, but not limited to, the following:

o leadership

o innovation

o mentorship

o advocacy

o evidence based practice

Nominators are strongly encouraged to use the CHNC Standards of Practice to highlight their nominee.

Nomination packages are accepted in PDF format only.

Please email completed nominations to CHNC Chair or Membership at membership@chnc.ca