Celebrating 45 years
On Remembrance Day, November 11, the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia (RNFBC) honours the courageous service of Canada’s military nurses, often called Nursing Sisters. These dedicated women have provided essential care in times of conflict, embodying compassion and resilience. The tradition of Nursing Sisters dates back to the Northwest Rebellion of 1885 when Canadian …
We’re thrilled to announce that the Vancouver Canucks are hosting their 3rd Annual Nurses Night on February 2nd at Rogers Arena! This special event is dedicated to celebrating the hard work and dedication of nurses throughout BC, recognizing the incredible contributions they make every day to our communities. It’s an opportunity for nurses, their families, …
Kathy Murphy’s journey into nursing began early, influenced by her role as the eldest of four children. Taking on a mothering role to her siblings and volunteering as a Candy Striper in a small hospital as a teenager, Kathy was naturally drawn to the nurturing profession of nursing. Throughout her career, Kathy found immense reward …
At the Registered Nurses Foundation of British Columbia (RNFBC), we are committed to supporting the next generation of nurses specializing in the care of seniors, who support areas like dementia and Alzheimer’s care. Through the Carol Acton Bursary, RNFBC provides financial assistance to nurses pursuing a career in Senior Complex Care, helping them further their …
The Indigenous Nurse Education Bursary was created to support the nursing education of Indigenous peoples of BC, and have ongoing involvement and/or ties with their Indigenous community.
With the historic BC government announcement of mandatory nurse:patient ratios, the need to support the education of future and current nurses in all areas of care has taken on a greater urgency. This mandate is the first in Canada and will provide many opportunities for prospective nurses to pursue a career in B.C.! RNFBC, a …
On September 18 the 2023 bursary application process closed. While we saw 1627 students apply for support, we were only able to provide 197 bursaries. The demand for healthcare services has been rising due to factors like an aging population and increased healthcare needs. As a result, there’s a greater need to train and support …
This September we recognize Healthy Aging Month, designed to raise awareness of the positive aspects of growing older and to encourage individuals to take control of their health as they age. Nurses play an essential role in educating older adults about healthy lifestyle choices, including proper nutrition, exercise, and preventive healthcare measures. They also offer guidance …
In accordance with practices of good governance, and in compliance with the BC Societies Act, RNFBC recently held the Annual General Meeting reporting on the 2022 year. Members were excited to celebrate the extension of the RNFBC mandate to include support for nurses and nursing students at all levels of preparation for careers in nursing …
The RNFBC Board is pleased to announce that we are now accepting applications for 2023 bursaries. Our new application system is streamlined and automated, making it easier for applicants to focus on bursaries for which they meet the program qualifications. New required fields will prevent applications being submitted without required documents, which has been a problem …