The Canadian Palliative Care Nursing Association (CPCNA) invites nominations for the positions noted below in accordance with Association By-Laws.

CPCNA represents nurses from across Canada who integrate or specialize in providing palliative care for people with serious illness and for their families. Joining the board offers the opportunity to provide oversight and guidance to the organization in the accomplishment of its mission, steer the strategic direction to a sustainable and bountiful future. 

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Deadline for Applications: April 13/2026 Midnight EST

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The following roles are open for nomination. View the full role descriptions below: 

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Education Director - two-year term; option to seek a second, two-year term.

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Membership Director- two-year term; option to seek a second, two-year term.

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President Elect - six- year term- two years as the President Elect, followed by two years as the President, and two years as Past-President.

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Professional Practice Director -two-year term; option to seek a second, two-year term.

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Eligible nominees for all board positions must meet the following requirements:

•  have been a member of CPCNA for a minimum of one (1) year 

•  agree to comply with CPCNA Code of Conduct 

•  are a licensed member of a regulatory college, in good standing;

•  are a Canadian resident;

•  Directors must be able to commit to related terms as noted above;

•  able to prepare for and attend Board meetings 8 – 12 times per year;

•  disclose any actual, potential, or perceived conflicts of interest in accordance with Association policy;

•  are enthusiastic, dynamic, and interested in collaborating and connecting with other CPCNA Members and key partners; and

• can commit to the activities outlined in the desired Director or Position role.

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How to Apply:

• Submit your completed CPCNA Board of Directors Nominations Form and CV to cpcnapastpres@gmail.com  before midnight EST on April 13, 2026.

• One reference from a nursing peer must be submitted independently to the above email by the same date and time.

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Applications will be reviewed by CPCNA Board of Directors for eligibility. Elections held at the CPCNA Annual Meeting May 19, 2026.

 

Acclamations possible if only one eligible applicant.

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