Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada

Welcome to the Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada (A.N.A.C.) on-line! A.N.A.C. is a non-governmental, non-profit organization that was established out of the recognition that Aboriginal people's health needs can best be met and understood by health professionals of a similar cultural background. An affiliate group of the Canadian Nurses Association, it is the only Aboriginal professional nursing organization in Canada.

Latest News

Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) Call for nominations for Public Representative on the CNA Board. For more information: Call for Nominations or fill out Nomination Form. Deadline January 31, 2007.

University of Regina The new Bachelor of Health Studies degree is a partnership between the Faculties of Kinesiology and Health Studies and Arts, as well as, the First Nations University of Canada. For more information: For requirements:

Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada A.N.A.C. is pleased to announce that Rosella Kinoshameg was elected President at the Annual General Meeting in Sudbury Ontario.

Canadian Institute for Health Information Number of Nurses in Canada Increasing Slightly - To read article English version ou en français

Canadian Association of Professionals with Disabilities (CAPD) CAPD has recently set up a discussion group to draw together professionals who will be actively engaged in the growth and development of an inclusive cross-Canada network that supports all professionals with disabilities. For more information visit: groups.yahoo.com/group/cap_pwd/

"Newly Launched Government of Canada Website - Pandemic Influenza" www.influenza.ca

A.N.A.C. Memberships Memberships are now being accepted for April 2006 to March 2007. For a more information on memberships, please view our Membership Section.

Strengthening the Circle of Wellness

The accomplishments of the Aboriginal Nurses Association of Canada have been made possible largely through the cooperative and unceasing efforts of a growing number of Aboriginal nurses who possess a common vision of wellness for Aboriginal people. They believe that they can empower people to make a positive difference in Aboriginal communities and they have the determination to make things happen.

As we look to the future we extend an open welcome to Aboriginal people who are considering a nursing career. We look forward to you strengthening our presence in the health field and joining the skilled health professionals in our communities who share a vision of healing and give their time and effort to improving Aboriginal health and wellness.