Vivian Li
Johnson & Johnson Award Since childhood, I’ve been drawn to the healthcare field for its focus on meaningful human connections. Upon completing my Bachelor of Health Sciences degree at McMaster University amidst the COVID-19 pandemic, I found myself uncertain about my future role in healthcare. This uncertainty led me to a position as a personal […]
Stephen Kimbell
John J Vanderlee for Male Nursing Award Hi, my name is Stephen Kimbell. I am a fourth year BScN student at the University of Ottawa and am honoured to be selected to be a recipient of the Canadian Nurses Foundation scholarship. I personally owe much of my story to the people whom I have served […]
Binit Shrestha
John J Vanderlee for Male Nursing Award I have always had a strong desire to help others, especially during times of vulnerability. This, combined with my passion for biology and medicine, naturally led me to the field of nursing. Besides healthcare, my passions include playing guitar and bass, hiking, and playing and coaching house league […]
Michelle Greenway
Glenna Roswell Award Nursing is a career with limitless possibilities, and my journey into this field was fueled because of a strong interest in science, health, and a desire to help others. Over my sixteen-year career, I have worked in emergency nursing, critical care, and cardiology. Currently, I am a patient educator for outpatient cardiac […]
Catherine Wilson
Ginette Lemire Rodger Scholarship I happened upon nursing thanks to some wise advice from my older sister, who happened to be visiting me as I filled out my university application at 17 years old. She observed over my shoulder when I was puzzling over the “pick a major” page and suggested, “you should do nursing. […]
Jenny Lee
Frances Mary Stoddart Award My name is Jenny (Gahyang), and I am a student entering my final year of nursing school at the University of British Columbia. I am very honored to be the recipient of the Frances Mary Stoddart Award from the Canadian Nurses Foundation this year. My family immigrated to Canada from South […]
Cynthia Thurston
Extendicare Nurse Practitioner Scholarship From a young age, I knew I wanted to help people. Growing up as an only child, I had a nurturing nature, often caring for animals and reaching out to help other kids who had less. This desire to make a positive impact on others’ lives only grew stronger as I […]
Ahsher Zeldin
Extendicare in Gerontology Scholarship From a young age, I found myself drawn to the world of caregiving. My grandparents’ battle with chronic illness and cancer enlightened me to the profound impact of compassionate nursing. I remember the nurses who attended to their needs with a blend of expertise and empathy, transforming their experiences from fear, […]
Khloe Lambert
Erin Hogg Northern Nursing Award I am Wet’suwet’en and I belong to the Laksilyu clan of Tsee K’al K’e Yex; however, I was born and raised in Prince George by my single mother and older sister. I have always known that I wanted a career in the health care field, but I was unsure of […]
Anne-Aimée Charest-Crépeau
Eleanor Jean Martin Award My path to nursing is not a traditional one. I started out as a cook, then became a registered dietitian in the community. I’ve always felt a deep desire to help others and make a positive difference. However, I was limited to my field of practice in nutrition and wanted to […]