Enhancing and advancing nursing practice through educational awards

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The RNFOO enhances and advances nursing practice, and contributes to the health of individuals by providing awards and scholarships to Ontario nurses and nursing students.

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Apply for a Nurses in Practice Award

The Nurses in Practice awards are made up of 3 distinct streams: Special Interest Awards, Legacy Award and Nursing Innovation Grant. The deadline for submitting these applications is 4:00 PM on Monday, June 2, 2025. See the details of these awards and how to apply.

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Congratulations to the Inaugural Legacy Award Winner

Responding to the news that she would receive the 2024 RNFOO Legacy Award, Sherida Chambers noted that “You often don’t know the impact you’re having on others.”

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RNFOO Welcomes New Board

The 2023-24 Annual General Meeting (AGM) brought many changes to the RNFOO Board of Directors.  Margaret Blastorah’s extended term as President ended as she handed the reins to Janet Montague.  Janet brings a wealth of experience as RNFOO’s new President. She has been involved with RNFOO since 2013 and has …

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A Message from the President

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