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.

13 Local Chapters

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

55 Years

 

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

 

 

 

200+ Members

We have General, Associate, and Honorary Members

56th Annual Scientific Sessions and Annual General Meeting

“Bridging Knowledge in the Bridge City ”

Hosted by the

Saskatoon Chapter!

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Stay up to date on news and announcements about CANN.

Neuro Nurses To Know

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

Call for Blogs

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

Maximum: 500 words.

Ongoing submissions.  No publication fee.

Volunteers Needed

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

Interested in joining the CANN Board of Directors?

For more information email the Nominations Committee Chair at [email protected]

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

Registration is Open! CANN-ACIIN YXE 2025

Early Bird Pricing Extended to May 10th.

Join us May 22-25th 2025 in Saskatoon, SK

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
  • Significant reduced membership rate with the Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation

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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