Frequently asked questions

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The Alberta Association of Nurses (AAN) is open to all nurses in Alberta including LPNs, RNs, RPNs, NPs, student nurses, and retired nurses. Our purpose is to enhance, promote, and advocate on behalf of nurses and the nursing profession.
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Membership with AAN is more than a title—it's a gateway to:

Collective Advocacy - amplify your voice on the issues that matter most to nurses and the communities they serve.
Member Benefits - access exclusive resources including monthly webinars, newsletters, and discounts for events and services.
Meaningful Connection - build lasting relationships through networking opportunities and AAN’s annual in-person conference.
Professional Development - stay informed and inspired with ongoing education, leadership opportunities, and expert-led sessions.

Join AAN and be part of a community that empowers, connects, and advocates for nursing professionals.

AAN has purchased a corporate membership with the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA), which means all active AAN members now receive a General CNA membership at no additional cost.

Once you have purchased or renewed your AAN membership, you’ll be automatically enrolled with CNA. After activation, you’ll receive a confirmation email directly from CNA letting you know your access has been set up.

If you have any questions, feel free to reach out to us at [email protected] — we’re happy to help!

Yes, members will receive an email before their membership renews for the next membership term each year.
AAN memberships renew on May 1 each year. Approximately one month prior to your membership renewal, you will receive a reminder email that your membership is renewing. At that time, follow the directions contained within the renewal reminder email to make any necessary changes to your membership.

Ensure your AAN number is entered correctly into the MyCNPS portal.
Ensure your AAN membership is renewed for the current membership year.
Ensure your AAN membership type is an Active membership and not a Student membership or Retired membership. If your membership is a Student or Retired membership and is already renewed for the current year, contact [email protected] to change to an Active membership.
In your AAN account, ensure the Primary Nursing Designation is listed as Registered Nurse or Nurse Practitioner. Ensure CRNA is listed as the licensing college and that your CRNA license number is correct.
If you have multiple designations, make sure your RN designation is listed as the primary designation. (For example, if you hold an LPN and RN designation and have both listed on your profile, make sure the RN license is listed first as your primary designation).