ARNM Joins the Canadian Nurses Association as an Organizational Affiliate
The Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) is proud to announce that we have officially become an Organizational Affiliate of the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA), marking an exciting new chapter for Manitoba nurses.
Through this affiliation, every ARNM member is now automatically a member of CNA—Canada's national nursing association. This means ARNM members now have access to the benefits of both organizations, strengthening their voice at the provincial and national levels while expanding opportunities for professional development, leadership, advocacy, and member benefits.
The partnership reinforces a shared commitment to advancing the nursing profession and ensuring nurses from every regulated designation have a strong voice in shaping the future of health care across Canada.
"ARNM members are already a powerful, unified voice for nursing in Manitoba," said Joyce Kristjansson, Executive Director of ARNM. "This affiliation reinforces that voice nationally—ensuring Manitoba's nurses are at the table when decisions about the future of nursing and health care across Canada are being made."
The affiliation also reflects CNA's commitment to representing nurses from every province and territory and strengthening collaboration among nursing professionals across the country.
"This affiliation ensures Manitoba's nurses have a stronger, more unified voice at the national level," said Dr. Valerie Grdisa, Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Nurses Association. "Manitoba's nurses make an incredible impact every day. Through this partnership, they'll have greater access to national advocacy, professional resources, leadership opportunities, and the support of Canada's national nursing association."
What This Means for ARNM Members
As an ARNM member, you now receive the benefits of membership in both organizations.
This includes:
- Automatic membership with the Canadian Nurses Association
- National advocacy on issues impacting the nursing profession
- Access to exclusive CNA member benefits and discounts
- Professional development opportunities and national resources
- Expanded networking opportunities with nurses from across Canada
- A stronger collective voice helping shape health-care policy and the future of nursing
Best of all, there is no additional application or membership fee required. Your CNA membership is included as part of your ARNM membership.
Strengthening Nursing Together
This affiliation represents more than a new membership benefit—it reflects a shared vision for a stronger, more connected nursing profession.
By working together, ARNM and CNA are creating new opportunities for collaboration, leadership, advocacy, and professional growth while ensuring Manitoba nurses continue to have a meaningful voice in conversations that shape health care across Canada.
The announcement comes ahead of the 2026 CNA Conference, taking place in Winnipeg from September 21–23, 2026, where nurses from across the country will gather to learn, connect, and advance the profession together.
Learn More
Want to learn more about what your new CNA membership includes?
Visit our ARNM + CNA information page to explore your new member benefits, find answers to frequently asked questions, and learn how to activate your CNA account.
About ARNM
The Association of Regulated Nurses of Manitoba (ARNM) is the professional association representing Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), graduate nurses, nursing students, and retired nurses across Manitoba. ARNM advocates for the profession, supports lifelong learning, and empowers nurses to lead positive change in health care and their communities.
About the Canadian Nurses Association
The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is the national professional voice of nursing in Canada, representing nurses from every province and territory across all regulated nursing designations. Through advocacy, leadership, professional development, and national collaboration, CNA works to advance the nursing profession and improve health outcomes for Canadians.