Interest Group Email Archive

Dear INIG member,

As the year comes to a close, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your dedication and contributions to the field of nursing. Your hard work, compassion and commitment to improving lives inspire us all.

This holiday season, we wish you moments of peace, joy and reflection surrounded by loved ones. May the coming year bring new opportunities, personal growth and continued success in your invaluable efforts to advance nursing.

Hello member, 

The International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) is excited to host its Annual General Meeting on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Centennial College's Morningside Campus (755 Morningside Ave.) in Scarborough, from 12:30–3:30 p.m. ET

We are honoured to welcome Edward Cruz, RN, PhD, CCNE, FCAN, as our guest speaker. Dr. Cruz will present his research on the Employment Experiences and Trajectory of Filipino Nurses in Ontario, with a focus on Philippine-educated nurses.

Hello member, 

The International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) is excited to host its Annual General Meeting on Saturday, December 14, 2024, at Centennial College's Morningside Campus (755 Morningside Ave.) in Scarborough, from 12:30–3:30 p.m. ET

We are honoured to welcome Edward Cruz, RN, PhD, CCNE, FCAN, as our guest speaker. Dr. Cruz will present his research on the Employment Experiences and Trajectory of Filipino Nurses in Ontario, with a focus on Philippine-educated nurses.

Hello member, 

The International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) is excited to host its Annual General Meeting on Saturday, Dec. 14, 2024, at Centennial College's Morningside Campus (755 Morningside Ave.) in Scarborough, from 12:30–3:30 p.m. ET

We are honoured to welcome Edward Cruz, RN, PhD, CCNE, FCAN, as our guest speaker. Dr. Cruz will present his research on the Employment Experiences and Trajectory of Filipino Nurses in Ontario, with a focus on Philippine-educated nurses.

Hello INIG members, 

INIG will be having our Annual General Meeting on Saturday, Dec. 14 from 12:30–3:30 p.m. ET. This event will be held in person. More details to come.

We hope to see you there!

Sincerely, 

INIG Executive Network Officers

Join the International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) and the Nursing Students of Ontario (NSO) on Thursday, Oct. 24, 7 – 8:30 p.m. ET for an informative session designed for internationally educated nurses (IENs) looking to navigate their careers in Canada. This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. The keynote speaker for the event will be Rola El Moubadder, RN, BScN, MQM.

Join us on Thursday, Oct. 24, 7 – 8:30 p.m., EST for an informative session designed for internationally educated nurses (IENs) looking to navigate their careers in Canada. This event will be offered virtually through Zoom. The keynote speaker for the event will be Rola El Moubadder, RN, BScN, MQM.

Join the International Nursing Interest Group (INIG), Durham Chapter, Kawartha-Victoria Chapter, and Quinte Chapter as we celebrate the tenth-annual #FallTour via Zoom on Tuesday Sept. 24, 6-8 p.m. ET.

RNAO Immediate Past-President Dr. Claudette Holloway will speak about the benefits of RN prescribing, the role of NPs, the drug toxicity crisis and the climate emergency as well as the role of RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organizations® are making in communities across Ontario.

Join the International Nursing Interest Group (INIG), Durham Chapter, Kawartha-Victoria Chapter, and Quinte Chapter as we celebrate the tenth-annual #FallTour via Zoom on Tuesday Sept. 24, 6-8 p.m. ET.

RNAO Immediate Past-President Dr. Claudette Holloway will speak about the benefits of RN prescribing, the role of NPs, the drug toxicity crisis and the climate emergency as well as the role of RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organizations® are making in communities across Ontario.

Join the International Nursing Interest Group (INIG), Durham Chapter, and Kawartha-Victoria Chapter as we celebrate the tenth-annual #FallTour via Zoom on Tuesday September 24, 6-8 p.m. ET.

RNAO’s Immediate Past-President Dr. Claudette Holloway will speak about the benefits of RN prescribing, the role of NPs, the drug toxicity crisis and the climate emergency as well as the role of RNAO Best Practice Spotlight Organizations® are making in communities across Ontario.

Dear INIG Members,

We are delighted to announce the recipients of the 2024 International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) Bursary Awards. This year, we have the pleasure of recognizing two outstanding individuals for their exceptional contributions and dedication to the field of nursing.

Please join us in congratulating:

Dear INIG member,

Do you enjoy speaking out for nurses, health and health care? Would you like to assist us in our mission to create an environment which fosters growth, understanding and collaboration on global issues that impact nurses and nursing practice locally, nationally and internationally?

We welcome members to join the International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) executive.

Dear INIG member,

We have the following bursaries available for INIG members.

The International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) is pleased to sponsor two annual bursary awards of $1000 each to eligible applicants:

1. the Nursing Education Bursary Award
2. the Joan Lesmond Nursing Research Bursary Award

For further information, please download the attached files.

Dear INIG member,

Do you enjoy speaking out for nurses, health and health care? Would you like to assist us in our mission to create an environment which fosters growth, understanding and collaboration on global issues that impact nurses and nursing practice locally, nationally and internationally?

We welcome members to join the International Nursing Interest Group (INIG) executive.

The International Nursing Interest Group of the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario cordially invites you to its webinar, Reflections on Nursing Leadership and Capacity Building in Global Health, with guest speaker Dr. Nancy Edwards on May 7, 2024 from 6–7:30 p.m. ET Zoom.

Hello INIG members,

At INIG, we are dedicated to enhancing the professional development of nurses and students, and we recognize the importance of tailoring our educational offerings to meet your specific needs and aspirations.

To ensure that we are providing the most relevant and impactful educational events and resources, the INIG Executive Committee is currently conducting a comprehensive Learning Needs Assessment for our INIG members. This assessment focuses on key areas such as global health, research, policy, advocacy, and mentorship.

The International Nursing Interest Group, Nursing Students of Ontario, Durham Chapter and the Staff Nurse Interest Group of the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario cordially invite you to its professional development webinar on March 8, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. ET.  

Everyone is welcome – share widely and bring a friend! 

Dear Friends,

We are pleased to let you know that registration to attend our free webinar on Literature Searching is now available using this link. 

This webinar will be held on Tuesday, Jan. 30 from 6–8 p.m. ET via Zoom.  Our guest speaker is Mr. Adam Mulcaster, MLIS, a research librarian at the University of Windsor.

Dear members,

INIG will be hosting a webinar on the topic "Conducting a Literature Search" on Tuesday, Jan. 30, 2024 from 6–7:30 p.m. ET. Our guest speaker is Adam Mulcaster, a librarian at the University of Windsor. 

This webinar would be of interest to professionals engaged in doing literature reviews/research, as well as students who are getting ready to work on their course assignments this Winter semester.

Mark the date in your calendar and keep an eye out for the flyer and registration information.

The International Nursing Interest Group, the Nursing Students of Ontario, and the Durham Chapter of the Registered Nurses’ Association of Ontario cordially invite you to its professional development webinar on March 8, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:45 p.m. ET.  

Everyone is welcome – share widely and bring a friend!