NNPBC Statement on Indigenous Nurses Day Written by: NNPBC April 8, 2026   First Nations, Inuit and Métis nurses support the health and wellbeing of individuals and communities across BC, from remote and rural areas to urban centres. On Indigenous Nurses Day (April 10), we will honour the profound impact of these nurses — both those practicing today and those who came before them.   As described by the First… Read More »Honouring the Leadership and Legacy of First Nations, Inuit and Métis Nurses

Written by: NNPBC April 1, 2026   Today, the Health Professions and Occupations Act (HPOA) is replacing the current Health Professions Act. We’ve rounded up some information and resources to help you stay informed about this shift and what it means for nurses and NPs:   Overview The Ministry of Health has prepared an extensive FAQ (updated January 2026) that outlines what the HPOA is, why it was established and… Read More »Health Professions and Occupations Act now in effect: What nurses & NPs need to know

January 29, 2026 Written by: Kaitlyn Singh, RN, NP student, School of Nursing, University of Victoria   The views and opinions expressed are those of the author(s) and do not necessarily reflect the official policies, positions or guidance of NNPBC. This content is provided for general information purposes and does not constitute professional, clinical or legal advice.     The toxic drug crisis claims an average of six lives per… Read More »Community substance use care: The role of nurse practitioners in bridging treatment gaps

January 21, 2026 Written by: Tiffany Kuku     For many nursing students, new graduate nurses and nurses in transition, the period after graduation or during a career shift can feel incredibly uncertain, difficult and overwhelming. A staggering statistic suggests that about 40% of nurses across Canada leave the profession before reaching age 35. While B.C saw the biggest improvement since 2013 compared to other provinces, it is crucial to… Read More »Do you feel supported? A quality improvement project informed by the voice of early-career nurses and nurses in transition

January 19, 2026   We’re excited to announce a significant upgrade to your NNPBC Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) program by Advica Health. Starting January 1, 2026, the MHOD program added two new and free services – Noojimo Health and Mightier – both of which offer unlimited access for nurses, nurse practitioners and their family members.   Two new and free mental health services for nurses, nurse practitioners and their… Read More »Two new and free Mental Health on Demand (MHOD) services by Advica Health

By Jane Narayan, NP Board Member, and Angela Wignall, CEO, Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC   November 10, 2025     There’s no shortage of headlines about the challenges facing BC’s health system. Patients struggling to find a family doctor. Emergency rooms overwhelmed. Providers burned out. Wait times growing longer. These problems are real and complicated.   But at the heart of the matter is a simple question: How… Read More »BC Needs Nurse Practitioners — Let’s Clear the Path