Nursing Week celebrates the incredible impact nurses make every day. It’s a time to recognize the compassion, dedication, and expertise you bring to patient care.
Each year, WeRPN offers free programs and events to support your professional growth and show appreciation for your work. As Ontario’s professional association for RPNs, we encourage you to connect with peers and take advantage of these opportunities to strengthen your practice and continue delivering high-quality care.
This Year's free events
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Join this engaging, practical workshop that equips participants with simple, budget-friendly nutrition strategies to improve energy, mood, and overall health. Led by Registered Dietitian Alissa Steinberg, the session explores balanced meals, protein intake, and the benefits of a Mediterranean-style eating pattern—brought to life through interactive cooking demos and fun trivia.
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Discover the impact of person-centred diabetes management in improving health outcomes, quality of life, and sustainable care practices. Presented by Brie Munshaw, this session highlights how individualized care planning, shared decision-making, and respect for personal preferences can enhance glycemic control, support adherence, and promote overall wellbeing.
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Navigate your continuing education with confidence in this practical session designed for nurses pursuing further education. Presented by Marilyn Oliver, this workshop explores funding opportunities, including grants and scholarships, along with smart financial strategies to help you make the most of your investment and achieve your professional goals.
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Gain insight from an extraordinary nursing career in this special Ask Me Anything session with Dianne Martin as she reflects on 47 years in the profession. As she approaches retirement, Dianne will share her experiences, lessons learned, and perspectives on the evolution of Ontario’s Registered Practical Nurses and the nursing profession—while inviting attendees to ask questions and engage in an open, meaningful conversation.
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Explore the evolution of wound care in this insightful session led by Professor Gary Sibbald, a global leader in the field. This presentation examines the Wound Bed Preparation paradigm, including its latest updates and the TIME framework, while highlighting innovative approaches that support knowledge translation and improve patient outcomes across diverse care settings.
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Explore how intentional leadership can shape healthier work environments and support workforce retention in this engaging session led by Jen Calver. Drawing on her nursing practice and doctoral research, Jen shares key insights and practical strategies to strengthen working conditions, while inviting participants to reflect on their own values through interactive discussion and activities.
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Celebrate excellence in nursing at the Nursing Now Ontario Awards, recognizing outstanding contributions to the profession and the health of Ontarians. Honouring one recipient in each category—registered practical nurse (RPN), registered nurse (RN), and nurse practitioner (NP)—this virtual ceremony highlights leadership, innovation, and impact while supporting the global Nursing Now campaign’s mission to elevate and empower the nursing profession.
