Registered Nurses Foundation of BC

06/05/2026

This BC Seniors' Week, we celebrate the nurses who provide compassionate, specialized care to older adults across British Columbia.

Through the Carol Mae Acton Memorial Bursary, RNFBC supports nurses pursuing advanced education in Senior Complex Care, helping strengthen the skills and expertise needed to care for our province's growing senior population.

Established through a generous bequest from Carol Acton's estate, this bursary honours her legacy by investing in nurses who are committed to improving the quality of life, dignity, and well-being of seniors.

Learn more about the Carol Mae Acton Memorial Bursary on the RNFBC website.

06/02/2026

A big thank you to for having us at the 2026 Nursing Awards! It was so wonderful to see so many familiar faces and celebrate the incredible accomplishments of nurses all around BC!

05/28/2026

RNFBC BURSARY APPLICATION

OPENING JUNE 15, 2026

RNFBC is pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 Bursary Program will open on June 15, 2026. Once again, there is no application fee, making it easier for eligible nursing students and nurses across British Columbia to apply.

This year, we will award more than 650 bursaries, each valued at a minimum of $1,500. Based on previous years, applicants have approximately a 1 in 5 chance of receiving funding. We are deeply grateful to the BC Ministry of Health and RNFBC’s generous donors for making this level of support possible.

Our goal is to reach and support as many nursing students and nurses as possible as they pursue education to advance their practice. In addition, RNFBC supports a variety of accredited certification programs including those recognized by BCCNM or provided by CNA.

We encourage you to share this opportunity widely with your students and networks. Please remind applicants to carefully review and complete the first page of the

application form, as incomplete or incorrect submissions will not be considered.

Follow us on social media for updates and key application reminders.

05/28/2026

RNFBC BURSARY APPLICATION

�OPENS JUNE 15, 2026

RNFBC is pleased to announce that applications for the 2026 Bursary Program will open on June 15, 2026. Once again, there is no application fee, making it easier for eligible nursing students and nurses across British Columbia to apply.

This year, we will award more than 650 bursaries, each valued at a minimum of $1,500. Based on previous years, applicants have approximately a 1 in 5 chance of receiving funding. We are deeply grateful to the BC Ministry of Health and RNFBC’s generous donors for making this level of support possible.

You are receiving this email as a past applicant or recipient of an RNFBC bursary. Even if you have been a past recipient, you are welcome to apply again.

�To apply you must prove enrolment between January 1, 2026 and December 31, 2026 or completion by September 14, 2026. In addition, RNFBC supports a variety of accredited certification programs including those recognized by BCCNM or provided by CNA.

�Please note that the 2026 bursary application page will not be visible until June 15, 2026, when the 2026 bursary cycle officially opens.

04/17/2026

Today’s the day ✨

We are honoured to gather for our Celebration of Nursing luncheon, bringing together an incredible community to recognize, support, and uplift nurses across British Columbia.

A heartfelt thank you to our generous sponsors who make this event possible:

Gold Sponsor
Sprott Shaw College

Silver Sponsors
Stenberg College
University of Northern British Columbia
Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of British Columbia

Bronze Sponsor
Bayshore Home Care Solutions

Social Media Sponsor
Mohtadi Financial Advisory Group

Your support helps us invest in the future of nursing through education, bursaries, and opportunity. We are so grateful to have you as part of this community.

Looking forward to an inspiring afternoon together.

04/07/2026

🌍 Today, we join the global community in recognizing World Health Day, a reminder that strong, healthy communities start with access to care, trusted science, and dedicated health professionals.

This year’s theme, “Together for health. Stand with science,” highlights the power of collaboration and evidence-based care in building a healthier future for all.

At RNFBC, we celebrate nurses and health leaders who advance care, improve outcomes, and strengthen our health systems every day.
💙 Together, we stand for health.
💙 Together, we stand with science.

02/04/2026

Help recognize outstanding nurses and nurse practitioners across BC! Nominations are now open for the 2026 Nursing Awards, hosted by Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC. The awards recognize clinicians, teams, students, educators, First Nations/Indigenous nurses and more. Anyone can nominate, including self-nominations. Learn about the different awards categories and how to apply before the Feb. 27 deadline: https://nursingawards.nnpbc.com/

From frontline care to leadership and community impact, these awards recognize outstanding nurses, nurse practitioners and nursing teams across BC. With 11 categories, there’s space to recognize clinicians, students, educators, First Nations/Indigenous nurses and more.

Help shine a well-deserved light on those who lead with compassion and purpose. Submit your nomination before Feb 27. https://nursingawards.nnpbc.com/

01/31/2026

Congratulations to Kristin Lo, recipient of the Dorothy Kergin Baccalaureate Bursary. Wishing you continued success in your nursing studies.

01/31/2026

Founders Award
Congratulations to Muhammad Mneina, recipient of the Founders Award.

01/31/2026

Frederick and Elizabeth Willett Estate Bursary
Congratulations to the 17 recipients of the Frederick and Elizabeth Willett Estate Bursary.