The UVic Nursing Student Society fosters connection, support, and collaboration among nursing students to enhance their academic journey and professional growth.
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Welcome to the UVNSS!
The Nursing Student Society values
The Nursing Student Society values
community, collaboration, social justice, and inclusivity.
community, collaboration, social justice, and inclusivity.
Community
Community
The UVNSS values cultivating a dynamic and welcoming community of BSN students at Camosun and UVic.
Collaboration
Collaboration
The UVNSS values collaboration with peers, colleagues, and fellow organizations, designed to support students during their nursing education and beyond.
Social Justice and Inclusivity
Social Justice and Inclusivity
The UVNSS recognizes the contribution the nursing profession has made to perpetuating the harmful and detrimental effects of colonization. The UVNSS values the promotion of education on topics such as racism, discrimination, and oppression as we recognize the intersectionality of personhood. The UVNSS values progressive discussions to further promote a safe community for all.
Interested in becoming a mentor/mentee Fall '25-'26?
Interested in becoming a mentor/mentee Fall '25-'26?
Are you interested in becoming a mentor with the Nursing Student Mentorship Program (NSMP)? Whether you’re a first-year student looking for support or an upper-year student wanting to give back, this is a great way to build meaningful connections. The best part? You decide how much time you want to commit—it’s flexible and not strictly academic. All you need to do is fill out a short form, and we’ll email you your pairing!
Contact Us
Contact Us
Follow us on social media and check this website to keep updated on events and announcements!
Nursing Associations
Nursing Associations
The BC Nurses' Union (BCNU) supports nurses by speaking up and speaking out for safe, quality, public health care. They negotiate wages for nurses in BC and ensure safe working environments for nurses (e.g., safe nurse:patient ratios).
The British Columbia College of Nurses & Midwives (BCCNM) is the regulatory college for Registered Nurses (RNs), Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Nurse Practitioners (NPs), and Registered Midwives (RMs) in BC. They develop the Professional Standards, determine Scope of Practice, and set the Standards of Practice. This comprises the legal obligation of nurses to the public. The BCCNM ensures that nurses are properly educated and registered with all the requisite skills and abilities to protect the public.
The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) is the national voice of nursing in Canada. They develop the Code of Ethics, advance the nursing profession, and provide leadership in nursing.
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