About the Association

The Association of Registered Nurses of Manitoba is the professional association representing registered nurses (RNs), nurse practitioners (NPs), graduate nurses, nursing students and former registered nurses in Manitoba. The Association was incorporated under the Corporations Act of Manitoba on September 2, 2015 and officially launched January 2016. Our roots began with the informal working group known as the Manitoba RN Network.

Philosophy Statement:

We believe in supporting and promoting nursing across all settings – practice, education, research, leadership and policy. We believe in doing what’s best for our members and the health of people living in Manitoba. We further believe it is our responsibility to engage and inspire nurses to take pride in their profession and assume leadership in our community. We are champions of diversity, inclusivity, equity, social justice and democracy so we can all work together to create something better.

Strategic Goals

1. To inspire and promote excellence and innovation in nursing practice

2. To elevate the nursing profession and promote nurses as leaders in health care

3. To be a sustainable Association for nurses in Manitoba

Diversity Position Statement:

The Association affirms that equity, diversity, and inclusion are central to the promotion and practice of nursing and as a profession we must continue to support the creation of a more equitable, diverse and inclusive society.

Equity takes difference into account to ensure a fair process and, ultimately, a fair outcome. Equity recognizes that some groups were (and are) disadvantaged in accessing health services and are, therefore, underrepresented or marginalized. Diversity can be defined as the sum of the ways that people are both alike and different. When we recognize, value, and embrace diversity, we are recognizing, valuing, and embracing the uniqueness of each individual.

Inclusion means an environment in which all individuals are treated fairly and respectfully; are valued for their distinctive skills, experiences, and perspectives; have equal access to resources and opportunities; and can contribute fully to the organization’s success.