Home > Awards > WeRPN: Post RPN Program Award

1 award of $1,000 (Available to RNs or RPNs)
Qualifying programs: Undergrad Degree RPN to BSCN, Certification/Certificate Program/Special Project

Award Description

To support a Registered Practical Nurse pursuing ongoing education (Continuing Education or RPN to RN Bridging Program) that will enhance patient care and patient outcomes. Applicants need not be enrolled in a degree program. Applicants must demonstrate a patient-centred approach to care.

About WeRPN

WeRPN (formerly the Registered Practical Nurses’ Association of Ontario) offers awards to encourage RPNs and the patient centred approach to care. 

Previous Award Winners

2025

  • 2025 NIP: Alaissa Santos (Trent University)

2024

  • 2024 NIP: Mark Anthony Urdaneta (Lakeridge Health)

2023

  • Erin Steele (Nipissing University)

2022

  • Brittany Paquin (Nipissing University)

2021

  • Kuhashini Sivanesarajah (Ontario Tech University)

2020

  • Melissa Elliott (University of Windsor)

2019

  • Shandie-Lyn Stockill (Ontario Tech University)

2018

  • Brittany Rosseel (Nipissing University)

2017

  • Nima Nur (Toronto Metropolitan University (formerly Ryerson University))

2016

  • Katlin Bryan (Lakehead University)

2015

  • Karen Foell (Ontario Tech University/Durham College)

2014

  • Gine Egipto (Trent University)