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Attend the 2025 Summit on Atopic Dermatitis - a FREE virtual conference
Date:  Saturday, May 10, 2025 Time:  10:00 AM – 1:00 PM ET Location:  Virtual (Free to attend) Register Now:  Click here to register...

NSWOCC
Apr 232 min read
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NSWOCC Members are invited to the 37th Annual Urology Excellence Conference
On behalf of the Canadian Urological Association (CUA) and the Urology Nurses of Canada (UNC), we are pleased to extend a special invitation for NSWOCC Members to attend the upcoming 37th Annual Urology Excellence Conference, held in partnership with the CUA, on Friday, June 27, 2025 at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa, Ontario.

NSWOCC
Apr 231 min read
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What to do in Montreal During the National Conference
The National Conference is just one way to enjoy Montréal! One of our Membership Core Program Members, Jessica Jones, put together a list of things to do and places to eat to make your

NSWOCC
Apr 152 min read
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Marcia Leard, RN, BScN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Honoured with King Charles III Commemorative Medal
On April 3, 2025, Marcia Leard, RN, BScN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), Past President of NSWOCC, was awarded the prestigious King Charles III Commemorative Medal for her remarkable contributions to nursing in Prince Edward Island. Marcia was recognized alongside Lieutenant Governor of Prince Edward Island Dr. Wassim Salamoun.

NSWOCC
Apr 141 min read
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A message from WCET: A year to remember and a journey to celebrate
In this special reflection, Laurent Chabal, WCET® President, looks back on his 30-year nursing career, his pivotal role in the WCET®'s growt

NSWOCC
Apr 93 min read
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In Memoriam: Anne Margaret Voll-Reitzel
It is with heavy hearts that Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) acknowledges the passing of one of our forme

NSWOCC
Apr 81 min read
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Celebrating Michelle Buffalo: A Leader in Indigenous Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Care
Today, we shine a well-deserved spotlight on Michelle Buffalo, our Indigenous Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Health Core Program Leader, whos

NSWOCC
Apr 81 min read
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NSWOC Week 2025: April 14-18, 2025
The theme for this year's NSWOC Week is "Team Canada: NSWOCs bring the gold standard to your interprofessional team."

NSWOCC
Mar 244 min read
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Tips for Submitting an Abstract & Creating a Poster for the NSWOCC 44th National Conference
Whether you’re a seasoned NSWOC or SWAN, or just starting your career, NSWOCC and the WOC Institute want to help you showcase your work

NSWOCC
Feb 244 min read
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New Workshop Announcement - Register for "Post-Surgical Care for Gender Diverse Patients and Common Complications of Gender Affirming Surgeries" at our 44th National Conference!
Click to learn more and register, before registration fills up!

NSWOCC
Feb 142 min read
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Register today for the NSWOCC 44th National Conference in Montréal, QC!
Get all the key information you need to register for and make the most out of this transformative event, happening May 21-25 2025!

NSWOCC
Feb 142 min read
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Check out this brand new article on the launch of the Indigenous ECHO Canada Skin and Wound Program!
Read the full article to learn more about this important initiative

NSWOCC
Feb 51 min read
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Honouring Black History Month
The Government of Canada has announced the theme for Black History Month 2025: "Black Legacy and Leadership: Celebrating Canadian History...

NSWOCC
Feb 52 min read
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Call for subject matter experts: Wound Packing, Tunnel and Sinus Management
NSWOCC is initiating a project in developing a document addressing wound packing, tunnel and sinus management in wounds. NSWOCs with 15...

NSWOCC
Jan 141 min read
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Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care Invests in Skin and Wound Care Education for 90 Long-Term Care Registered Practical Nurses through NSWOCC®’s Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN™) Program.
Ontario Ministry of Long-Term Care Invests in Skin and Wound Care Education for 90 Long-Term Care Registered Practical Nurses through NSWOCC

NSWOCC
Jan 73 min read
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Call for Nominations: OPEN LEADERSHIP POSITIONS FOR 2025
Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence Canada (NSWOCC) Board of Directors has the following NSWOCC Executive Board and Officer...

NSWOCC
Dec 17, 20241 min read
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Canadian Pressure Injury Summit Meeting Proceedings now available
We invite you to read and share the meeting proceedings with your colleagues as we work together on improving Pressure Injury prevention

Canadian Pressure Injury Advisory Panel (CPIAP)
Dec 17, 20241 min read
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2024-2025 Mid-Year Report Now Available!
We are thrilled to announce that the 2024-2025 Mid-Year Report is now available for your review.

NSWOCC
Dec 8, 20241 min read
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NSWOCC’s Topical Management of Malignant Cutaneous Wound BPR published in the JWOCN
Now available for download!

NSWOCC
Dec 4, 20242 min read
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Announcing the Canadian Consensus Statement on the Management of Venous Leg Ulcers
Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) is proud to announce that the Canadian Consensus Statement on the...

NSWOCC
Nov 28, 20241 min read
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