Overview

 

	Canadian nurses can get a lot of benefits from this awards program, not only financially but also emotionally. With this assist, I was so encouraged to pursue my dream, got hope for future, and felt love from society.   (Kyoung Won Su, BC)

The Canadian Nurses Foundation is the only National foundation solely committed to promoting the health and patient care of Canadians by financially supporting Canadian Nurses engaged in higher education, research, home health-care and specialty certification; advocating dissemination andd utilization of nursing knowledge.

 

Study Awards are supported by the Scholarship Fund Trust Accounts investment income as designated by CNF donors, and by contributions made by corporate and individuals donors. CNF gives nurses across Canada approximately $275,000 annually in scholarships and certification awards.

 

The awards have different values, depending on the level. Generally the average¹ value is:

Baccalaureate level from $1,000 to $3,000

Master and Nurse Practitioner level from $3,000 to $5,000

PhD level from $3,000 to $6,000

 

The deadline for submissions is March 31, 2010. We strongly recommend that you keep proof of having sent your application by the due date, in case delivery is delayed. Applications arriving late without this proof will not be accepted.

 

For a summary of awards click here.

 

 

¹ Award values can vary from the average indicated. For the confirmed value of the award, please check Appendix C of the level at which you intend to apply.