College of Nurses of Ontario

College of Nurses of Ontario As the governing body for Ontario's 180,000+ nurses, we register nurses, help them maintain competence, and set and enforce practice standards.

We partner with employers, educators and government so that all Ontarians benefit from safe nursing care. The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is the governing body for Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Practical Nurses (RPNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) in Ontario, Canada. Our purpose is to protect the public by promoting safe nursing practice. CNO fulfils its role by:
*establishing require

ments for entry to practice
*articulating and promoting practice standards
*administering its Quality Assurance Program
*enforcing standards of practice and conduct

CNO also supports the regulation of nursing in the public interest by:
*participating in the legislative process
*sharing statistical information about Ontario’s nurses

CNO works in partnership with employers, educators and government so that everyone in Ontario benefits from quality nursing services. CNO aims to prevent harm by identifying potential sources and addressing them before they can negatively impact the public. We are committed to a whole-system approach to nursing regulation and working with you to make a greater collective impact on the patient care system. Community Guidelines

CNO welcomes respectful engagement. Comments containing hate, spam, or personal matters will be removed. Read our full guidelines here: https://collegeofnurses.org/m/guidelines

Maintain Your Membership and Find a Nurse will be down for scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, June 23 at 7:00 p.m. until ...
06/23/2026

Maintain Your Membership and Find a Nurse will be down for scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, June 23 at 7:00 p.m. until Wednesday, June 24 at 7:00 a.m.

You will not be able to search for a nurse on Find a Nurse, log into your account or create or view an application during these hours.

Thank you for your patience.

This Pride Month, we're celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ nurses who are part of our profession — and the nurses who champion inc...
06/23/2026

This Pride Month, we're celebrating the 2SLGBTQ+ nurses who are part of our profession — and the nurses who champion inclusive, culturally safe care for 2SLGBTQ+ patients and communities.

Nursing has always been shaped by the people who practice it. The courage, resilience and lived experience of 2SLGBTQ+ nurses have strengthened the profession. And every nurse who works to create safe, affirming care experiences makes a difference.

CNO's Code of Conduct supports nurses in providing care that respects every patient's identity and lived experience. See how you can create safer care experiences for 2SLGBTQ+ patients: https://www.cno.org/news/how-to-create-safer-health-care-experiences-for-2slgbtq-patients

🤔 Will RN prescribing in Ontario replace Nurse Practitioners or physicians? No, it won't!NPs and physicians can diagnose...
06/22/2026

🤔 Will RN prescribing in Ontario replace Nurse Practitioners or physicians? No, it won't!

NPs and physicians can diagnose and manage complex conditions, order tests and prescribe broadly. In comparison, RNs with prescribing authority work within a defined medication list for non-complex conditions in specific settings.

Learn more about RN prescribing: https://www.cno.org/standards-learning/educational-tools/rn-prescribing

Get to know Jean Cuthand Goodwill, a trailblazing Cree nurse and Indigenous health advocate from Little Pine First Natio...
06/22/2026

Get to know Jean Cuthand Goodwill, a trailblazing Cree nurse and Indigenous health advocate from Little Pine First Nation.

The first Indigenous graduate of a nursing program in Saskatchewan, Goodwill completed her studies at the Holy Family Hospital in 1954 — a journey shaped by three years spent as a tuberculosis patient.

Goodwill later co-founded and served as president for the CINA: Canadian Indigenous Nurses Association. She also worked directly with the Canadian government as a special advisor.

Fun fact: during her time as a head nurse in rural Saskatchewan, she responded to emergencies via bush plane or dog team.

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day, coinciding with the longest day of the year — the summer solstice. For many In...
06/21/2026

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day, coinciding with the longest day of the year — the summer solstice. For many Indigenous peoples, this is a time for celebration, community and connection.

From attending a local ceremony to exploring online resources, there are many ways to take part and celebrate the histories, cultures and contributions of First Nations, Inuit and Métis peoples across Canada.

Happy Indigenous Peoples Day!

The Nurses’ Health Program offers a proven approach for helping nurses experiencing substance use or mental health disor...
06/18/2026

The Nurses’ Health Program offers a proven approach for helping nurses experiencing substance use or mental health disorders. The program offers a supportive approach that reduces stigma and focuses on recovery, while safeguarding the public. Read more at nurseshealth.ca

The Nurses’ Health Program is supported by the College of Nurses of Ontario, the Ontario Nurses' Association, the Registered Nurses' Association of Ontario, and the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario.

Maintain Your Membership and Find a Nurse will be down for scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, June 16 from 7 p.m. until W...
06/16/2026

Maintain Your Membership and Find a Nurse will be down for scheduled maintenance on Tuesday, June 16 from 7 p.m. until Wednesday, June 17 at 5 a.m.

You will not be able to search for a nurse on Find a Nurse, log into your account or create or view an application during these hours.

Thank you for your patience.

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101 Davenport Road
Toronto, ON
M5R3P1

Opening Hours

Monday 8:30am - 5pm
Tuesday 8:30am - 5pm
Wednesday 8:30am - 5pm
Thursday 8:30am - 5pm
Friday 8:30am - 5pm

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+18003875526

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