The College of Nurses of Ontario (CNO) is the governing body for more than 180,000 nurses in Ontario, Canada.  Recognized internationally as a leader in professional regulation, we protect the public interest by:  

•	setting standards for nursing practice; 
•	establishing the requirements for becoming a nurse; 
•	administering a program that helps nurses maintain competence; and,
•	enforcing the standards of practice and conduct.

We also support nursing regulation in the public interest by: 

 •	participating in the provincial legislative process; and,
 •	sharing statistical information about Ontario's nurses.

Our Vision
Leading in regulatory excellence

Our Mission
Regulating nursing in the public interest

Everything we do is guided by our vision and mission, and helps us achieve our goals. We work in partnership with employers, educators and government so everyone in Ontario benefits from quality nursing services.

Health Care

Nursing & Residential Care

College of Nurses of Ontario

Silvie Crawford

Patricia Sullivan-Taylor

Elizabeth Horlock

Stephen Mills Basc Cpa

Bsc Floyd Garvey Msc

Brent Knowles

The Compliance and Privacy team at the College of Nurses of Ontario ensures adherence to regulatory standards and safeguards sensitive information related to nursing practices. This team consists of professionals who investigate compliance issues, analyze privacy risks, and lead initiatives to strengthen information security, all while promoting transparency and accountability within the nursing profession. Their efforts protect public interest by maintaining the integrity of nursing regulation and ensuring that personal data is handled with the utmost care.

Compliance and Privacy

Administration and Support

Data Analysis Team

Information Technology

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Administration and Support

Data Analysis Team

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