An important part of our work is accomplished through statutory committees that are established to help fulfill our mandate of public protection. Our statutory committees function at arm’s length from our day-to-day work and include volunteer nurses, midwives, and members of the public who make objective decisions related to the registration and licensing, practice and conduct of nurses and midwives in Nova Scotia.    

The Registration and Licensing Committee reviews any matter when an NP requests to change their client population and determines whether the NP is required to complete a competence assessment and/or bridging education before they can proceed. Upon referral from the CEO, the committee also determines whether a nurse of midwife meets the requirements for registration and/or licensure.

Upon receipt of a population change request from an NP or a request for review of any matter pertaining to licensure requirements, the Chair will appoint a panel of at least 3 Committee members to act as the Registration and Licensing Committee, including at least: 1 public representative, 1 registrant with the same designation as the designation of the applicant; and 1 other person as determined by the Chair. View the procedure to select a panel.

Members

Registration and Licensing Committee members are approved by the NSNMR Board. The current members are as follows: 

  • Abigail Corbin RM
  • Angela Whynot RN
  • Annette Boucher PR
  • Betty Thomas PR
  • Brennan Marks RN
  • Christine Wickson NP
  • Cora Lee Dowding LPN
  • Dan Seguin PR
  • Erin Holmes RN
  • Gail Denton LPN
  • James McRae PR (Vice-Chair)
  • Jody Sheffar RN  
  • Karen George RM   
  • Lena MacDonald NP
  • Parwinder Badhan LPN
  • Nick Swift RN
  • Olivia Riley-States RN 
  • Ron McGillivary PR    
  • Rosita MacNeil LPN
  • Ruth Martin-Misener NP (Chair)
  • Sara Gillett PR
  • Sheila Ruston LPN 
  • Sylvie Laprise NP
  • Suzanne Sheppard RN
  • Theresa MacDonald LPN
  • Tracey Polley LPN

Terms

In the spirit of transparency, we publish the terms of reference for each of our committees. The terms provide an in-depth look at the work and requirements of the committee. (Stay tuned for the Terms of Reference.) 

If you have any questions, reach out to us at information@nsnmr.ca.