Cost of interest group: $15
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Website: https://chapters-igs.rnao.ca/interestgroup/6/about http://cns-ontario.rnao.ca
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Twitter: https://twitter.com/cns_ontario/status/1519437359045124096?s=21&t=oWhFFkS0NkwwYp4zlgvh2g
Latest Power Point - May 27, 2025 from the President here
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For more information, please contact:
CNS-ON President (2023-2027):
Paul-André Gauthier,
RN/ Inf., CNS; B.Sc.N., TCC, DMD, MN, PhD (Nursing)
Executive Network Officers (ENO): 2025-2026
- Director of Finance: Rashmy Lobo, RN, BScN, MScN
- Director of Policy and Political Action: Stacey Roles, RN, MScN, PhD
- Director of Communication & Secretary: vacant
- Director of Membership & Services: Emily Fung, RN, MN, PNC( C)
- Director of Research & Education: Mary-Lou Martin, RN, MScN, MEd
- ENO Workplace Liaison: Robin Coatsworth Puspoky, RN, PhD
- ENO Social Media: Paul-André Gauthier, RN/ Inf., CNS; B.Sc.N., TCC, DMD, MN, PhD (Nursing)
- MAL: Elsabeth Jensen, RN, BA, PhD (nursing)
- Graduate Nursing Student Representative: Krissy Jordan. RN, PhD (c)
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CNS-ON Executive list here
Our Website: http://cns-ontario.rnao.ca
To become a CNS-ON member: If you are already an RNAO member and wish to add the Clinical Nurse Specialist Association of Ontario to your membership, please contact RNAO at 1-800-268-7199 (toll-free) or 416-599-1925.
Our Facebook: www.facebook.com/Clinical-Nurse-Specialists-Association-of-Ontario-Canada-113210988761198/
Instagram: https://instagram.com/cns_ontario?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
Twitter: https://twitter.com/cns_ontario/status/1519437359045124096?s=21&t=oWhFFkS0NkwwYp4zlgvh2g
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The Clinical Nurse Specialist Association supports CNS practice in Ontario. We provide networking opportunities and educational programming for members.
Among the goals of the association is the clarification and promotion of the role of CNS within the nursing profession and among other health-care professionals, health-care employers, consumers and policy makers.
The Clinical Nurse Specialist Association of Ontario supports the publication of research and coordinates regional activities. Membership benefits include: educational initiatives, a newsletter addressing such issues as group updates, joint activities with RNAO, unionization, conference notices and calls for abstracts and masters/doctoral program descriptions.
Membership is open to practicing members, those who are RNAO members and are currently in an advanced nursing practice role, and Affiliate members, those who are RNAO members and have a commitment to advanced nursing practice.
We work in collaboration with the CNS Association of Canada.
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Position Statement for the CNS-ON:
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Sept. 2024 here
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RNAO AGM Annual Report May 29, 2026
See page 57. Ref. CNS-ON's resolution.
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By renewing your membership….
click here to renew or to join RNAO / CNS-ON
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Latest Newsletter in 2026 here.
We need your input,
--> Next one - we need your input by February 15, 2026
--> Do not hesitate to send us info for the following one.
Send us a little note or article to: [email protected]
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More Awards for 2026 here
(see the PDF document for more details).
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Latest Members' Voice in 2026 report- here.
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FYI: Resolutions CNS:
the CNS Resolution - April 2018. In Ontario here
Same in June 2018 -CNA resolution here & Français
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CNS-Ontario
Bylaws (approved on April 13th, 2019)
- Bylaws were approved (new version).
- Role of Executive members (document).
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CNS Association of Canada / Association des ICS du Canada.
You need to become a member...
Membership link check the CNS-C website.
Website : www.cns-c-canada.ca
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The Canadian Nurses’ Association for the 150th anniversary of Confederation:
Both Elsabeth Jensen and Paul-André Gauthier have been recognized by CNA:
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The Past-President (PG) of CNS-ON has his CNS profile on the CNA-AIIC website... among 6 CNS representing Canada (2016).
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A power point about the CNS-ON (in PDF format).
Novice to Expert.... various levels here
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Clinical Nurse Specialist Association of Canada
Communiqué in English and in French - of March 29, 2016.
Website: http://cns-c-canada.ca/
CNS-ON December 2025 - Holiday Message from the President
As we enter the holiday and Christmas season, I want to thank each of you for your continued dedication to nursing and to the individuals we care for and communities you serve. This time of the year invites reflection, and it reminds us that nursing is, above all, a commitment to safety, compassion, and professional accountability, especially during times that can feel heavy for individuals, families, and care teams alike.
On behalf of our Executive, I wish you and your loved ones a peaceful holiday season filled with rest and renewal. Thank you for the work you do every day to protect the public and strengthen our profession.
Warm Holiday Wishes,
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Paul-André Gauthier, Inf./RN, CNS; BScN, TCC, DMD, MScN, PhD (nursing)
Provincial President of CNS-ON
Clinical Nurse Specialist Association of Ontario. CNS-ON.
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CNS-ON Décembre 2025 Message des Fêtes du président
À l’approche de la période des Fêtes et de Noël, je tiens à vous remercier sincèrement pour votre engagement continu envers la profession infirmière et envers les malades et communautés que vous servez. Ce moment de l’année nous invite à la réflexion et nous rappelle que la pratique infirmière repose avant tout sur la sécurité, la compassion et la responsabilité professionnelle, particulièrement durant des périodes qui peuvent être éprouvantes pour les malades, les familles et les équipes de soins.
Au nom du conseil d’administration, je vous souhaite, ainsi qu’à vos proches, une période des Fêtes paisible, propice au repos et au ressourcement. Merci pour le travail essentiel que vous accomplissez chaque jour afin de protéger le public et de renforcer notre profession.
Meilleurs vœux pour les Fêtes,
- ( voir la version complète du message en PDF ici )
Paul-André Gauthier, Inf., ICS; B.Sc.Inf., CEC, DÉM, M.Sc.Inf., PhD (nursing)
Président Provincial CNS-ON
Clinical Nurse Specialist Association of Ontario. CNS-ON.
Association des infirmières et infirmiers cliniciens spécialisés de l’Ontario.