Cheltey Berlinguette
CNSA Impact Award Hi, my name is Cheltey Berlinguette and I am entering into my second year of the BScN program at Thompson Rivers University. My goal to work within the field of science and medicine has been of significant interest to me since early childhood. This aspiration has nurtured my endless ambition and desire […]
Juliet Nwaiwu
TYLENOL® Fund to Advance Diversity in Nursing and Health Equity Research “Nothing has ever been achieved by the person who says, ‘It can’t be done.’” – Eleanor Roosevelt. From a young age, I have embraced the belief that the impossible can become possiblethrough determination and a steadfast commitment to my dreams. As a child, I […]
Emily Bates
CNSA Clinical Award I have always thoroughly enjoyed meeting new people and working collaboratively with others. My training and work experience as a lifeguard over the years have been significant in helping me to discover my passion for overall health and wellness, educating the public, and in discovering how rewarding it is to be able […]
Mikayla Barber
Dr. Helen K. Mussellem Award There are so many reasons why I chose to become a nurse that I could never narrow it down to just one thing. Similarly, I think that is actually why I chose nursing because I did not want to limit myself to picking only one thing. Although I may be […]
Sarah Bailey
CNSA Disability/Diversability Award My name is Sarah Bailey, and I am a third-year student in Langara College’s Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) Program. I am currently completing my pediatric and maternity rotations, and in the fall, I will be starting my community and mental health placements. Through my clinical placements, I’ve developed an interest […]
Zaharadeen Jimoh
TYLENOL® Fund to Advance Diversity in Nursing and Health Equity Research Towards the end of my previous degree, I tore my achilles and had to receive surgery to reconstruct the damaged tissue. During this difficult time in my life, I recognized that it was the nurses through their excellent care that supported me. Being a […]
Rebecca Arcieri
Marilynne Convey Aplastic Anemia & Myelodysplasia Association of Canada (AAMAC) Award My fascination with nursing began during a volunteer role at my local hospital, where I had the opportunity to work alongside nurses and provide support to post-partum mothers and neonatal infants. Within this role I got to see firsthand the positive impact nurses have […]
Michael Anaba
New Brunswick Nursing Award From a young age, my heart was set on helping people during their most difficult moments. Therefore, becoming a nurse was a path for me, as it would allow me to truly make a difference in my patients’ lives and contribute to better healthcare for all. I have been fortunate to […]
Dominique Anekwe
CNSA BIPOC Award I am honoured to be selected as a CNF scholar for the 2023/2024 intake. My journey towards becoming a healthcare professional started in high school, where I excelled in health sciences courses. However, I was unsure which path to take. It was the tragic loss of my elder brother to kidney failure […]
Ahmad Al-Ainieh
Nova Scotia Nurses Award My story is one of resilience, cultural diversity, and an unwavering passion for making apositive impact on the lives of others. Born in Canada and raised in Kuwait, I was fortunate to beexposed to a multicultural society from a young age. Growing up, I witnessed the power ofcompassion and unity in […]