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Advocating and advancing NP practice to build a healthier Alberta. Become a member today. www.albertanps.com
This NP Week, NPAA is bringing Nurse Practitioners and NP students together to celebrate connection and community 💙 Join us in Edmonton, Calgary, or online to honour the impact of NPs across Alberta. Don’t miss out—get your tickets today!
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At NPAA, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion goes beyond words — it’s who we are. We recently joined Inez Ashworth of Inclusive Concepts Inc. for an insightful DEI session that inspired reflection, learning, and action toward more inclusive care.
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Every community deserves care that listens, understands, and acts — that’s what NPs do every day.
💙 Tag a Nurse Practitioner who inspires you!
Nurse Practitioner | Community | Edmonton | Calgary | Health Matters
🌟 Nurse Practitioners are vital in our communities. Most Alberta NPs work in hospitals — but sustainable funding models are needed to attract & retain NPs in primary care.
NPAA is advocating for change, and your voice matters. Learn more on our advocacy page.
🩺 NPAA Membership PLUS is built to support you — in practice and in life.
From individual and family health coverage to clinic-wide plans, PLUS offers flexible, affordable benefits.
👉 Learn more: https://albertanps.com/membership-plus/
NP Week is around the corner and we’re planning something special to celebrate. In-person networking events in Calgary and Edmonton plus a virtual option.
Would you attend an NP Week networking night in your city or join virtually? Drop a comment or vote below!
Meet Melanie Snider, NPAA’s Director of Education ✨
With 11 years in rural Alberta primary care, Melanie is dedicated to making high-quality, accessible NP education a reality across the province.
🤔 What is an NP? Nurse Practitioners are master’s or PhD-prepared providers delivering high-quality, patient-centred care across Alberta. You’ll find NPs in clinics, hospitals, long-term care & remote communities, expanding access and reducing wait times.
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✨ Meet Lucie Lapierre, NPAA Vice President ✨
Lucie is a family all-ages NP with 15+ years in primary & community care. Now practicing in Calgary, she’s passionate about advancing NP practice, team-based care & breaking barriers to access.
If you’re a Nurse Practitioner in Alberta looking for support with professional development or research, NPAA can help.
Explore bursaries, grants, and scholarships designed to support your growth and impact.
🔗 Visit the Grants and Scholarships page on our website!
💬 Have a story to share? We’d love to hear from you! Tell us why you value Nurse Practitioners, how NP practice has made a difference in your life or community, or why you’re proud to be part of NPAA.
👉 Submit your testimonial here: https://albertanps.com/testimonials-submission/
On Sept 23, our team attended the Cervical Cancer Screening Roundtable in Edmonton. Leaders, researchers & advocates shared insights on innovation, equity & collaboration to strengthen access to cervical cancer screening and prevention across Canada.
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Want to serve Alberta’s Francophone patients with confidence? 🩺☕
Café de Paris offers free, flexible French sessions for health professionals. Welcoming, pressure-free, and led by experienced facilitators.
🔗 cafedeparis-alberta.ca
📧 info@cafedeparis-alberta.ca
📞 (780) 466-9816
With Membership PLUS, you can access additional coverage to your CNPS core:
•Professional Liability
•General Liability
•Cyber Coverage
•Accidental Death & Dismemberment
📢 2025 Pulmonary Update: Respiratory Health in Alberta
Join us Oct 4 in Edmonton for a one-day course with expert talks, case discussions & practical strategies to improve respiratory care across Alberta.
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton West Edmonton
🕗 8:00 AM MST
🔗 Link in Bio
Join Dawn Osland for a practical NP webinar series—data basics, panel management & team improvement.
🗓 Thursdays, Oct 2–Nov 6
🕡 6:30 PM MT
Details & registration: https://albertanps.com/events-workshops/
✨ Meet Lindsay Thomas, NPAA Treasurer!
NP in geriatric psychiatry at Villa Caritas, educator, leader, and long-time NPAA volunteer. She’s passionate about mentoring, advocacy, and advancing gerontological care in Alberta and beyond.
Flu & COVID-19 Vaccines: Book Now
Check eligibility, find a clinic, and book your free shot via AHS:
🔗 https://myhealth.alberta.ca/Topic/Immunization/pages/book-appointment.aspx
🗓️ Pre-order deadline: Sept 30
👩⚕️ HCWs book starting Sept 29 (pre-registration required)
Because great care starts with great knowledge. 💙 Join us for Nursing Practice Excellence, an educational series designed to inspire, inform, and strengthen our community. Starts Sept 24! Contact us to learn more!
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This fall, NPAA launches new initiatives to support NPs:
• Bi-monthly Town Halls start Sept 17 - survey results & patient survey.
• Business Seminar Series for NPPCP participants.
• Ministerial Order Review to shape NP primary care.
📢 Webinar: Privacy Compliance for NPs in Alberta
🗓 Sept 15 | 🕕 6 PM MST
Learn how to protect patient trust & meet legal requirements without complicating your workflow.
🔗 Register via our website.
After months of uncertainty, Wembley’s only medical clinic has reopened - thanks to two newly recruited nurse practitioners, restoring vital healthcare access to the rural Alberta community.
Read Full Story Here - https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/edmonton/wembley-medical-clinic-reopen-1.7625500
📢 Alberta NPs: Join our webinar on how Shoppers Drug Mart Pharmacy Care Clinics support NP practice under the NPPCP.
🗓 Sept 10 | ⏰ 6:30 PM MT | 💻 Online
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Meet NPAA President, Jennifer Mador ✨
With 10+ years of NP experience across BC, ON & AB, Jennifer has served as Director of Rural Primary Care, VP & now President. Currently pursuing an MBA/DNP at Johns Hopkins, she’s committed to advancing NP practice & patient access in Alberta.
Find the NPAA membership that fits you! 💫 From students to seasoned NPs, our memberships support your practice and strengthen NP care across Alberta. 🩺 Regular | PLUS | Student | Associate 🔗 Join or upgrade today: albertanps.com/about-npaa/b...
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📢 Webinar: Optometry in Alberta – Part 1/3
Join Dr. Cristy Franco, OD, to learn key insights for Nurse Practitioners: eye care scope, common vision issues, systemic effects on eye health, Alberta Health coverage, and co-managing patients.
🗓 Sept 9, 12–1 PM MST | 🔗 Register online
NPAA Member & looking for work?
Roles available:
Orthopaedics – Calgary ($200K)
Primary Care – First Nations Health (Full-time)
Saddle Hills – Part-time ($170K)
BHRT – Edmonton ($125/hr)
Lakeview Recovery – Part-time ($80/hr)
Women’s Health – Edmonton ($140/hr)
Log in to find out more!
Jen Mador, NPAA President, was recently featured sharing why NPs are key to Alberta’s healthcare. She advocates for full scope of practice, NP leadership, fair pay, and education investment to improve patient access and care.
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Your Membership. Your Voice. Our Future. 💙
As a member of the Nurse Practitioner Association of Alberta, you’re part of a strong, unified voice advocating for the profession and the patients we serve.
🔗 Join or renew today at https://albertanps.com/about-npaa/become-a-member/
📌 What We Do: Since 2004, the Nurse Practitioner Association of Alberta (NPAA) has been dedicated to advancing NP practice and strengthening healthcare for all Albertans.
Together, we’re changing the face of healthcare - one patient, one policy, and one partnership at a time.
