The CRNS Council Chair issues a message to communicate important news from Council meetings, provincial and national nursing initiatives and key partnership developments. The Council Chair’s message is delivered to all CRNS registrants by email following each Council meeting.
Dear colleagues,
I am pleased to share highlights from the September 2026 CRNS Council meeting. Held on September 15 and 16, the meeting focused on strategic planning and preparing for the priorities that will guide the work of CRNS in the three years ahead.
We began our meeting in a good way with a blessing from Knowledge Keeper and Cultural Advisor Judy Pelly. As we approach the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation on September 30, her words encouraged important reflection on the ongoing impacts of colonialism within the health care system and our shared responsibility to advance truth and reconciliation. For Council, this includes continuing to listen, learn and consider how our work as a nursing regulator contributes to culturally safe and respectful health care for Indigenous Peoples in Saskatchewan.
A significant portion of the meeting was dedicated to developing CRNS's strategic direction for 2027 to 2029. With support from Incite Strategy, Council reviewed emerging priorities and feedback gathered through recent partner engagement activities. We are grateful to everyone who shared their perspectives. The insights we received are helping shape the next strategic plan and will support CRNS in continuing to meet its public protection mandate. Council looks forward to sharing more details about this work in the coming months.
As part of our regular governance responsibilities, Council also received reports from our Audit & Finance, Governance & Human Resources, and Legislative & Bylaws committees, along with updates from the CRNS Leadership team. These discussions provide Council with important insight into the work happening across the organization and help ensure we are providing effective oversight, monitoring progress on key priorities and remaining focused on CRNS’s mandate to protect the public.
This also marked the first meeting for newly appointed Council members Kandis Harris, RN, and Tanay Hukee, NP. We are pleased to welcome them to Council and look forward to the perspectives and experience they will bring to our discussions. We also welcomed back Alison Morris, RN, and Mariam Nganzo, RN, who were reappointed for additional terms.
Council remains committed to providing strong governance in support of CRNS's public protection mandate. As we continue our work, we are focused on ensuring the CRNS is well positioned to meet future challenges and opportunities while maintaining the trust of the public we serve.
On behalf of Council, thank you for the important work you do every day to provide safe, high-quality care. Your professionalism, dedication and leadership make a meaningful difference in communities throughout the Saskatchewan.
Sincerely,
Natalie Thiessen, RN
Council Chair