Dear OCNIG members:
Attached you will find the OCNIG Fall newsletter full of interesting information; an introduction to our new executive committee members, a summary of HWDC’s mega-inquest, a link to Howard Sapers preliminary report on violence in correctional facilities, educational opportunities and so much more.
Hello OCNIG Members!
Megan Tulner, the OCNIG Communications ENO, has been busy the past few weeks putting together the summer edition of the OCNIG newsletter! There's been lots going on since our spring newsletter was released. We hope you have a few quiet moments to read and reflect on our activities.
Dear Ontario Correctional Nurses’ Interest Group member:
Do you enjoy speaking out for correctional nurses, correctional health and correctional health care? We are looking for members to join the Ontario Correctional Nurses’ Interest Group executive.
For 2018-2020, Ontario Correctional Nurses’ Interest Group is seeking nominees for the following positions:
Dear members,
Just in time for spring, we have partnered with Muller's Work Wear in Niagara Falls to produce fleece jackets embroidered with the RNAO/OCNIG logo.
These Coal Harbour colour-blocked fleece jackets are both lightweight and warm and come in two colour options: black with graphite or white with graphite.
A full range of sizes (from XS to 4XL) are available for men and women. See the flyer below for full details including sizing charts.
Hello OCNIG Members:
From time to time, OCNIG is invited to stakeholder consultations and given an opportunity to comment/make suggestions for change. With an executive committee composed of front-line nurses and nursing managers we have perspective into current issues. We are seeking direction from our membership to ensure that our conversations align with the perspective of our general membership as well. Please consider these two topics and provide your input by emailing us at ontariocorrectionalnurses@gmail.com:
The OCNIG AGM is less than 2 weeks away! In addition to our agenda, we hope you will join us at this year's AGM closing keynote presentation; a panel of nurses and other experts in public health will explore the social, legal and health implications of legalizing cannabis.
They will share their expertise and experiences, and discuss nurses' unique role in educating Canadians about cannabis and pushing for a public health approach to legalization.
Have you registered for OCNIG's annual general meeting? If not, please do so soon!
We have confirmed Paula Manuel as our guest speaker. Paula is affectionately dubbed the "self-care guru of nurses". She is going to talk to us about managing the stresses of our work-lives and teach us some self-care techniques to help us get better at talking care of ourselves.
There is a cost to register for the AGM, but the cost ($34) will be fully refunded to you when you attend the meeting!
Hello OCNIG Members!
The Spring Newsletter is attached! Enjoy the read and don't forget to share your feedback with us at ontariocorrectionalnurses@gmail.com
Register early for OCNIG’s AGM! This year's event takes place at the Toronto Hilton in downtown Toronto on Saturday, April 21. Breakfast is at 8:30 a.m. and your cost to register for the AGM will be reimbursed in full to you at the breakfast!
President Shirley Kennedy will reflect on the past year's achievements and attendees will welcome incoming president Angela DiMarco.
Paula Manuel will discuss self-care for the correctional nurse and guide us through some relaxation and mindfulness exercises.
On February 20, 2018, the Honourable Marie France Lalonde, Minister of Community Safety and Correctional Services (MCSCS), introduced new legislation in the Legislative Assembly; Bill 195, the Correctional Services Transformation Act, 2018.
Hello OCNIG members!
Save the date! Mark your calendars!
The Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Ontario Correctional Nurses Interest Group is set for Saturday April 21st (0830-1100) at the Toronto Hilton Hotel. Agenda to follow. Register early at:
https://myrnao.ca/civicrm/event/info?id=383&reset=1
Please note, the full cost of registration will be reimbursed at the meeting.
Hope to see you there!
Shirley Kennedy