History

The Urology Nurses of Canada is a National Not-For Profit Association whose mandate is to enhance the specialty of urologic nursing in Canada by promoting education, leadership, research, and clinical practice.

The activities of the Urology Nurses of Canada are designed to enrich members’ professional growth and
development.
Our Organization

The Urology Nurses of Canada is managed by an executive board composed of:

President: Susan Freed

Past President: Gina Porter

Vice-President West: Kari Fisher

Vice-President East: Margaret Hollett 

Membership: Amber Fischer

Sponsorship: Frances Stewart

Treasurer: Courtney Ware

Secretary: Meghann Elliott

Provincial Representatives

British Columbia – Perzia Knight
Alberta – Linda Brockmann
Ontario – Carrie Elder and Alice Lefebvre
New Brunswick – Heidi Kelly
Nova Scotia – Jessica Davis
Newfoundland – Maria Clarke

    Our National Objectives

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    To aid in the advancement of urologic nursing through the promotion and facilitation of research based nursing practice.
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    To maintain a liaison with the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) and an affiliation with the Canadian Urological Association (CUA).
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    To collaborate with allied Urological Associations and not for profit organizations.
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    To raise the profile of urologic nursing within the nursing profession, allied health care fields, and the community.
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    To promote effective communication among members of this specialty.
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    To maintain and promote standards of care for urologic nursing practice.
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    To maintain and promote standards of care for urologic nursing practice
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    To maintain financial solvency.

    The Pipeline

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    The Pipeline is a publication of Urology Nurses of Canada.  The Pipeline is published each winter and summer for
    UNC members and sponsors.

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    37th Urological Excellence Conference, June 27, 2025

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