Welcome to the Canadian Association of Neuroscience Nurses

THE ONLY ASSOCIATION FOR NEUROSCIENCE NURSES IN CANADA

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Our Vision

Empowering nurses to provide the highest quality neuroscience nursing care to all Canadians. The Canadian Association of Neuroscience Nurses (CANN) sets standards of practice and promotes continuing professional education and research. Members collaborate with individuals, families, interdisciplinary teams and communities to prevent illness and to improve health outcomes for people with, or at risk for, neurological disorders.

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Neuroscience Nurses from across Canada and internationally are linked to their local chapter for education, and professional networking.

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56 Years

 

1969-2019 we celebrated the Association’s Golden Anniversary.

 

 

 

Our History

200+ Members

We have General, Associate, and Honorary Members

Our Team

Annual Conference

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Stay up to date on news and announcements about CANN.

57th Annual Meeting and Scientific Sessions

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Neuro Nurses To Know

Recognize the incredible nurses that work in the various fields of neuroscience across the world

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Call for Blogs

Topics: Contemporary issues, comments, or opinions related to neurosciences or neuroscience nursing.

Maximum: 500 words.

Ongoing submissions.  No publication fee.

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Volunteers Needed

The Equity Justice and Belonging Committee is looking for more members!

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Interested in joining the CANN Board of Directors?

For more information email the Nominations Committee Chair at past.president@cann.ca

Ready to  join the Team?    Submit the Nomination Form using the Button here

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CANN Membership

CANN is a national association that sets standards of practice and promotes continuing professional education and research for neuroscience nursing. As a CANN member, you will enjoy many benefits, such as:

  • Access to clinical resources and online education opportunities
  • Eligibility to apply for awards and bursaries
  • Discounted registration fee for our annual meeting
  • Networking opportunities with other neuroscience nurses
  • Support for your neuroscience nursing certification
  • Significantly reduced membership rate with the Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation
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Membership Benefits

RESOURCES

CANN offers a variety of clinical resources for neuroscience nurses. These resources help nurses improve their practice and stay updated on the latest developments in neuroscience nursing.

Organization Affiliates

Organizations / Affiliates with common interests as CANN

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Publications

CANN publications include the Standards of Practice and the Canadian Journal of Neuroscience Nursing

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Awards and Bursaries

Awards and Bursaries to fund professional development of neuroscience nurses

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Canadian Association of Neuroscience Nurses. Founded in 1969, the association sets standards, provides education and advocates for Neuro nurses in Canada.

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jnn_journal JNN Journal @jnn_journal ·
1 Oct

#neuronurses keep #neuroanatomy simple. The little lobe near the center is called the little lobe near the center – but in Latin ! #KISS #neuronerds #brain #stroke #nursingschool #nursingresearch

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canninfo CANN @canninfo ·
28 Sep

Join our Alberta North Cahpter for their NeuroFrenzy. Gain knowledge about various neuroscience topics. Refreshments will be provided. Win a door prize. Join us on November 21st at Bernard Snell Hall. Scan the QR code to register. #CANN #ACIIN #NeuroNurse #NeuroKnowledge

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canninfo CANN @canninfo ·
20 Sep

Our 2026 conference planning committee has been hard at work over the summer putting together plans for #CANNmore2026 #neurosciencenursing #nursingresearch
A reminder to mark your 📷
FYI- Call for Abstracts coming early October

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canninfo CANN @canninfo ·
19 Sep

CANN would like to congratulate our very own Ruth Whelan on receiving the King Charles Coronation Medal by the Heart & Stroke Foundation for her community service and unwavering commitment to heart and brain health in Saskatchewan.
#CANN #NeuroNurses #ExcellenceinNeuroNursing

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