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National Nursing Week (Canada)
A Canadian week in mid May that celebrates nurses and their work, running alongside International Nurses Day on 12 May.
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OrganiserCanadian Nurses Association
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Last checked20 October 2026
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About the day
The Canadian Nurses Association leads the week with a national theme. It recognises the contribution of nurses across the health system and includes Indigenous Nurses Day and Student Nurses Day.
Dates for the next three years
| Year | Date | Where | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | 10 to 16 May 2027 | Canada | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2028 | 8 to 14 May 2028 | Canada | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
| 2029 | 14 to 20 May 2029 | Canada | Provisional until the organiser confirms |
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