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Who We Are
Since 2004, the Nurse Practitioner Association of Alberta has been the unified voice representing Nurse Practitioners across the province. Our mission is to advance the role of NPs in delivering high-quality, accessible care for all Albertans.
Through advocacy, education, and collaboration with healthcare leaders, NPAA is transforming how Alberta healthcare is delivered — ensuring Nurse Practitioners are recognized, supported, and empowered to practice to their full scope.
Upcoming Events
Orthopaedics for Primary Care Virtual Series 2026 – Weekly sessions January 7 to January 28
Overview 2026 THEME: Upper Extremity Be part of the acclaimed Orthopaedics Series, offering insightful discussions on orthopaedic care specifically designed to support and elevate the work of primary care professionals. Known for its high-quality, clear and...
ADHD-Her: A Research Study on Girls and Women’s Experiences with ADHD across the Lifespan
A new research project from the Strengths in ADHD research lab at the University of Calgary is currently recruiting participants to help better understand the experiences and outcomes of girls and women with ADHD across different stages of life. This study...
Alberta’s government is introducing a new acute care funding model
Alberta’s government is introducing a new acute care funding model, increasing the accountability, efficiency and volume of high-quality surgical delivery. Read more HERE
‘Overwhelmingly positive response’: 3 AU grads launch nurse practitioner clinics
Athabasca University News Article by Lauren Mill Nurse practitioner grads share how they’re helping to improve access to primary care in Alberta with new independent practices. In April 2024, the Government of Alberta launched a new funding model that allowed nurse...
Rural Nurse Practitioner Appreciates Opportunity for Trauma Training
RhPAP Rural Health Beat By Lorena Franchuk Rural nurse practitioner appreciates opportunity for trauma training. Nurse practitioner Sara Lee enrolled in the General Emergency Medicine Skills (GEMS) course to help her feel more comfortable dealing with emergencies when...
NPAA Press Release re: Interpretation Letter of Canada Health Act
PRESS RELEASE Edmonton | Media contact: Communications@albertanps.com, The long-awaited interpretation letter of the Canada Health Act is another step forward in a marathon of change for public healthcare in Canada. The recent announcement and Service Delivery Letter...
The Café Show
A live radio interview in French with NP guest speaker Lucie Lapierre, NPAA board member, regarding Nurse Practitioner Clinics in Alberta Listen to the radio interview
Strengthening Primary Health Care
Primary health care is the first point of contact Albertans have with the health care system, and includes health professionals such as family doctors, nurse practitioners and pharmacists. Last fall, health care leaders, Indigenous partners and experts from across...
Obstructive Sleep Apnea Clinical Pathway Survey
In December 2018, a new primary care clinical pathway was launched in the Calgary Zone.It aims to improve care for patients with obstructive sleep apnea (OSA) by supporting independent management of OSA by primary care providers in the community. Researchers from the...