Introduction
Welcome! The Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter of the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is dedicated to supporting nurses across Newfoundland and Labrador through advocacy, professional development, and community engagement. We invite passionate individuals to apply for leadership and committee roles within our Chapter.
Membership in the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter is open to nurse practitioners (NPs), licensed practical nurses (LPNs), registered nurses (RNs), registered psychiatric nurses (RPNs), nursing students, and retired nurses who are members in good standing with CNA.
Why join the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter executive committee?
Serving on the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter executive committee is an opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the nursing profession nationally.
As a member of the committee, you will:
- Shape the future of nursing: Guide the strategic direction of the Chapter, influence policy, and advocate for improvements in health care and nursing practice across Newfoundland and Labrador and Canada.
- Lead and collaborate: Work alongside passionate nursing leaders, foster collegial collaboration, and build a strong professional network that supports lifelong learning and growth.
- Advance professional development: Access and contribute to educational programming, leadership initiatives, and knowledge exchange, helping members achieve their full potential.
- Champion equity and inclusion: Play a vital role in promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion, and help dismantle systemic barriers within the nursing profession and health system.
- Represent and advocate: Serve as a spokesperson for the Chapter, engage in public policy activities, and represent the interests of nurses within CNA’s national governance structure.
- Support and recognize members: Encourage and celebrate outstanding contributions, support member engagement, and help build a vibrant, inclusive community.
- Gain governance experience: Participate in strategic planning, financial oversight, and organizational decision-making, developing valuable leadership and governance skills.
- Leave a lasting legacy: Help establish the foundation for future generations of nurses, ensuring the Chapter remains responsive, innovative, and committed to excellence.
If you are committed to advancing nursing, passionate about leadership, and eager to make a difference, we invite you to put your name forward and join the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter executive committee.
Key dates for prospective Newfoundland and Labrador chapter executive candidates
- Membership requirement
- Any NP, LPN, RN, RPN, nursing student, or retired nurse who is a member in good standing of the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter of CNA may apply
- Deadline to become a member: December 5, 2025
- Application window
- Open for applications: December 5, 2025
- Application deadline: January 2, 2026
- Voting eligibility
- To be eligible to vote (if you wish to participate as a candidate and voter), you must be a member by January 2, 2026
- Voting period
- Voting opens: January 12, 2026
- Voting closes: January 23, 2026
- Announcement of results
- Executive committee announced: January 26–30, 2026
What you need to do
- Become a member of the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter by December 5, 2025.
- Submit your application for an executive committee position between December 5, 2025, and January 2, 2026.
- Watch for voting instructions on the CNA web page.
- Results will be announced in late January 2026.
Application process
Follow these steps to apply for a position in the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter:
- Confirm CNA membership: Ensure you are a current member of CNA and the Newfoundland and Labrador Chapter. You are eligible to join the Chapter based on your workplace or home address being within Newfoundland and Labrador.
- Review available positions: Explore the leadership and committee roles listed below.
- Submit your application: Watch for calls for nominations and submit your application as directed. The Chapter executive committee and nominating committee will review applications to ensure eligibility and representation requirements are met.
- Election and appointment: Eligible candidates may be elected or appointed according to the Chapter’s procedures. Terms and responsibilities are defined for each role.
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Available positions
Co-chairs – (two positions available)
There are two co-chair positions available. These are positions for senior executive officers who jointly preside over the Chapter executive committee.
- Provide strategic leadership, supervise Chapter activities, and ensure compliance with CNA by-laws and policies.
- Lead meetings, delegate duties, oversee planning and finances, represent the Chapter within CNA, and support succession planning.
Treasurer – (one position available)
- Advises the executive committee on financial matters and ensures proper financial management.
- Develops and reviews financial policies, drafts annual budgets, prepares financial reports, and assists with audits.
Secretary - (one position available)
- Manages administrative, communications, and record-keeping functions.
- Documents meeting minutes, maintains records, manages correspondence, and prepares meeting agendas.
Members-at-large – (five positions available)
- Represent geographical regions within the Chapter when no other member is available.
- Participate in executive committee meetings and represent the interests of members from their region.