Good day, members,
As we move through the spring season, BNLC continues to offer engaging webinars and seminars. We hope everyone is doing well and enjoying the warmer weather.
Past Events
BNLC Presents: Black Men in Nursing Webinar – Pursuing Higher Education
On Thursday, March 19, 2026, BNLC hosted the next webinar in its Black Men in Nursing series. The focus of this session was pursuing higher education.
Hosted by Communications ENO Dwight Barrett, with guest speakers Jason Burke, Jordan Acheampong, and Akim Edwards, this was an empowering discussion centered on advancing education and leadership pathways for Black men in nursing.
We thank everyone who attended and encourage you to stay tuned for our next event.
BNLC Presents: Black Maternal Health Webinar
On Wednesday, April 15, 2026, BNLC hosted the Black Maternal Health Webinar. The session was hosted by Policy and Political ENO Donna Lawrence and Chair Lori Zozzolotto, with special guests Kamika Sylvester and Cheyenne Scarlett, co-founders of the Black Birth Project; Nurse Niema Duri, RN, founder of Postpartum Travel Nurses (PTN); and Sandria Bryce, RN, a certified nurse psychotherapist and CEO of IMOSO Psychotherapy.
This was a powerful and engaging webinar focused on Black women’s maternal health. Interest in the event was overwhelming, with registration reaching full capacity, and the discussion continued for an additional 30 minutes due to the high level of engagement.
Thank you to our guest speakers for such an empowering and informative session. Please stay tuned for future fireside chat webinars.
Upcoming events
RNAO’s 2026 Annual General Meeting
RNAO’s Annual General Meeting (AGM) will be held in person on May 28–29, 2026 at the Hilton Toronto.
Last year’s theme was RNAO: 100 Years of Action and Impact. This year’s event will be another important opportunity for RNs, NPs, and nursing students to reflect on the association’s achievements and look ahead to opportunities to strengthen the nursing profession and make it a magnet for the next generation of nurses.
Please register via this link: https://myrnao.ca/civicrm/event/info?id=1942&reset=1&_gl=1*15jc1pp*_ga*MTM1MDM5ODUxOS4xNzc2ODc1NDEz*_ga_4Y35X117T7*czE3NzY4Nzk1MTkkbzIkZzEkdDE3NzY4Nzk2NzkkajQ5JGwwJGgw&_ga=2.232389338.451388446.1776875411-1350398519.1776875413
Upcoming events
BNLC believes that active participation in research is essential to advancing knowledge and improving health care outcomes. We are pleased to share the following research opportunities:
Examining Social Support Among Black Dementia Caregivers in the Greater Toronto Area
Researcher Deanna Marie Black, RN, MScN, PhD(c) is seeking participants for her study. Eligible participants must be Black family members currently providing unpaid care to a relative living with dementia and residing in the Greater Toronto Area.
For more information, please contact her at [email protected]
Participants will receive a $50 Canadian electronic gift card in appreciation of their participation.
Experiences of Bedside Nurses Working in the Greater Toronto Area
Researcher Bojan Stoiljkovic, RN, MN, PhD Candidate, is currently conducting research on the experiences of bedside nurses and the moral suffering they encounter in practice.
If you are interested in participating, please email him at [email protected]
Share Your Success!
Have you recently achieved a milestone or professional accomplishment? We would love to celebrate your success.
Send your updates to [email protected] for a chance to be featured in our newsletter and on social media.
Stay Connected
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For questions, collaborations or event inquiries, please contact us at [email protected].
With warm regards,
The Black Nurses Leading Change Executive Committee