Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence
@NSWOC
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We are a registered charity for over 600 nurses specialized in the care of patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence with over 1,100 Members.
Canada
Joined January 2018
Are you a healthcare professional interested in learning more about ostomy management? Register today in the online, self-paced CNA-accredited Ostomy Management course offered by the Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Institute! . Learn more and start today:
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After 21 remarkable years, Cathy Harley, CEO of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®), has announced her retirement effective April 30, 2026. Explore Cathy's impactful legacy and NSWOCC's next steps in the full announcement at
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Are you a healthcare professional interested in learning more about wound management? This course is designed to help you increase your knowledge of evidence-based wound care while enhancing your ability to collaborate with specialists. Learn more at
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We are thrilled to share that our NSWOCC President, Dr. Corey Heerschap, PhD, MScCH(WPC), BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), IIWCC, has officially graduated with his PhD in Nursing from Queen’s University!. Please join us in congratulating Dr. Heerschap on this incredible milestone! 👏
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Are you a healthcare professional looking to build your knowledge in continence care? Our Continence Management Course is designed to help you feel more confident in assessing, managing, and advocating for individuals with incontinence! Learn more at
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This day honours the many cultural communities that help build a strong and vibrant Canadian society. At NSWOCC, we celebrate the rich diversity of our members, patients, and communities. Together, we’re stronger—through shared knowledge and inclusive care.
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June 21 is a time to recognize and celebrate the traditions, cultures, and contributions of First Nations, Inuit, and Metis across Canada. We invite you to visit for resources and tools related to wound, ostomy and continence care for Indigenous People.
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NSWOCC is proud to share that Kimberly LeBlanc, Academic Chair of the WOC Institute, has been named to the 2025 Class of Fellows of the American Academy of Nursing (FAAN) as one of only three Canadians selected this year!. Read the full post at
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We are happy to share that several new job postings for NSWOCs and other healthcare positions have now been posted on our website! Check out what positions are open near you at
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Join next week's webinar: "From Habit to Healing: Rethinking Wound Cleansing in Canada" 📅 June 26, 2025 | 6:00 PM ET. 🔗 Register now: 🌐 Live translation available via Wordly:
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It’s #WorldContinenceWeek! We are proud to support continence care across Canada through specialized nursing, advocacy & education. As part of our commitment, we launched the Continence Management Course—8-week, online, self-paced course. Learn more:
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Save the Date & Call for Abstracts!.Join us at the WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress 2026 in Vancouver, BC — April 24-28, 2026. ✅ Submit your abstract by Oct 6, 2025:.👉 #WCETNSWOCC2026 #WoundCare #OstomyCare #ContinenceCare
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We're proud to be a key partner in introducing #WoundWISE, Canada's hands-on skills lab series for healthcare professionals! Experience direct training, gain best practices & earn a certificate of attendance.📍Kitchener 🕒 July 15. Learn more & register:
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In Memoriam: Shirley Sullivan, RN, ET Nurse (1928–2024). A pioneer in ostomy care in Nova Scotia, Shirley’s legacy of compassion and advocacy will live on in the lives she touched. Read the full message:
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SWAN™ Program deadline extended! The deadline to apply for the Fall 2025 cohort of the Skin Wellness Associate Nurse (SWAN™) Program has been extended to June 30, 2025 — or until all spots are filled. 👉 Apply today:
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Just 2 days to go! Join us on June 11 for Part 1 of the Lipedema Awareness Month Webinar Series!. Register for Pt. 1 at Learn more and register for Pt. 2 at
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At our 44th National Conference in Montreal, QC on May 24th, we proudly presented the 2024–2025 Manuscript Award during the National Conference Banquet & WOC Institute Graduation Ceremony. Read the manuscript at
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We are thrilled to announce our first ever group of Inaugural Fellows! By launching a Fellowship program, NSWOCC has taken a significant step towards recognizing individuals who have made exemplary contributions to the tri-specialty. Learn more at
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This year, we recognize Dr. Kevin Woo as our President's Award recipient, for having made outstanding contributions to the mission, vision and values of NSWOCC. Congratulations Dr. Woo, and thank you for everything you have done to advance the NSWOC nursing specialty!
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During the NSWOCC National Conference, we recognized the Preceptor Award winners - preceptors recognized by the students for their exceptional guidance and mentorship through the clinician preceptorship component of the NSWOC Program. Learn more at
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