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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2025 Academic Awards Applications

Application process is now open. Deadline for completion is 4:00 pm, Monday, January 27, 2025.

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Latest News

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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RNFOO Nurses in Practice Award Winners

The RNFOO Board is pleased to announce the winners of the 2024 Nurses in Practice Awards. This new collection of awards will further advance nursing and healthcare in Ontario by extending support to nurses pursuing continuing education, implementing innovations or developing special projects. We thank the individuals and organizations supporting …

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A Message from the President

RNFOO needs your support.

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