Giving Thanks for Nurses This Thanksgiving
As we gather with family and friends this Thanksgiving, we take time to reflect on what we’re most grateful for. At the top of our list are the nurses who …
RNFOO Welcomes Kaela McDowell and Wandering Coast Philanthropy
The Registered Nurses’ Foundation of Ontario (RNFOO) is pleased to welcome Kaela McDowell and Wandering Coast Philanthropy (WCP) to the RNFOO community. Wandering Coast Philanthropy will provide administrative, operational, fundraising and communications support to …
RNFOO Celebrates 2026 Honorary Life Members: Margaret Blastorah and Heather Jones
RNFOO is pleased to congratulate Margaret Blastorah, RN, PhD, and Heather Jones on being named the Foundation’s 2026 Honorary Life Members. Both Margaret and Heather have made exceptional contributions to …
Remembering Janet Roberts
RNFOO is remembering former Board Member Janet Roberts, who passed away on November 24, 2025. Janet was a valued volunteer and RNFOO Supporter. One of the Nurse Innovator Award Founding …
Honouring Military Nurses
On this day of remembering, we extend heartfelt thanks to the Royal Canadian Legion and to all military nurses – past and present – who have served with courage and …
The Registered Nurses’ Foundation of Ontario Celebrates Cheryl Forchuk’s Appointment to the Order of Canada
Toronto, ON – The Registered Nurses’ Foundation of Ontario (RNFOO) proudly congratulates Dr. Cheryl Forchuk on her appointment as an Officer of the Order of Canada — one of the …
Deadline: Nurses in Practice Award
Don’t miss the deadline for submitting an application! The deadline is 4:00 PM on Monday, June 2, 2025. See the details of these awards and how to apply. The Nurses in Practice …
RNFOO Welcomes New Board
The 2023-24 Annual General Meeting (AGM) brought many changes to the RNFOO Board of Directors. Margaret Blastorah’s extended term as President ended as she handed the reins to Janet Montague. …
Happy Nursing Week!
RNFOO is proud to support outstanding nurses and nursing students through our awards and grants.
RNFOO Nurses in Practice Application is now open!
We are happy to announce that we are now accepting applications for the Nursing Innovation Grant and the awards sponsored by partner organizations. Nominations for the RNFOO Legacy Awards are …
