The Alberta Association of Nurses (AAN) is proud to offer scholarships to support continuing education for LPNs, NPs, RNs, and RPNs. The AAN offers two scholarships. Both scholarships are administered through a partnership with the Canadian Nurses Foundation, and are funded through donations from nurses like you, to donate follow this link: Stronger Canadian Health Care System | Canadian Nurses Foundation
The Ted James Scholarship
The College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta established the Ted James scholarship. The scholarship honors Ted James, a pioneer in psychiatric nursing and the founder of the College of Registered Psychiatric Nurses of Alberta. The scholarship offers annual education awards to support RPN education.
The Kathy Howe Nursing Leadership Scholarship
The Kathy Howe Nursing Leadership Scholarship launched in 2025. The scholarship honors AAN inaugural CEO, Kathy Howe. Kathy was responsible for launching the Association on May 8th, 2022, and leading the association until her retirement in January 2026. The scholarship offers annual education awards supporting LPNs, NPs, and RNs.
To learn more about the AAN Scholarship Program follow this link.
ANET, the Alberta Nurses Educational Trust, is a registered charity that provides grants and scholarships for continuing nursing education and research for LPNs, RNs, RPNs and NPs.
For more information on ANET and the funding available to LPNs, RNs, RPNs and NPs, visit their website at ANET | Alberta Nurses Educational Trust.
Canada’s future depends on the strength of its nurses—and CNF is leading the way. From coast to coast to coast, we’re helping to build a strong nursing workforce by providing financial support, advancing education, promoting mental wellness, and funding critical, nurse-led research. Whether it’s in a northern community or a downtown hospital, CNF ensures every nurse has the tools to lead, heal, and innovate.
For more information on CNF and the funding available to nursing students and nurses in Canada, visit their website at Stronger Canadian Health Care System | Canadian Nurses Foundation.
The Registered Psychiatric Nurses’ Foundation (RPNF) provides scholarships, grants, and awards to RPNs and psychiatric nursing students who are making a difference and inspiring innovation in psychiatric nursing practice, creating a better future for mental health and wellness.
For more information on RPNF and the funding available to RPN’s, visit their website at Registered Psychiatric Nurses Foundation Inc: Canada Psychiatric Nursing.
