RNAO Expands Indigenous-Led Healthcare Initiative with Third Annual BPSO Gathering
Event summary
- RNAO hosts its third annual BPSO Indigenous-focused gathering in Thunder Bay on June 10-11, 2026.
- 22 BPSO teams from Northern Ontario health sectors participate in the event.
- RNAO announces a collaborative working space dedicated to Edith Monture, Canada's first Indigenous RN.
- The event features traditional teachings, knowledge-sharing circles, and presentations on Indigenous methodologies.
- RNAO's BPSO program has over 1,500 organizations implementing evidence-based best practice guidelines.
The big picture
RNAO's third annual BPSO Indigenous-focused gathering underscores the organization's commitment to advancing culturally safe, community-driven care. The event builds on RNAO's broader strategy to integrate Indigenous ways of knowing into healthcare practices, aligning with Ontario's truth and reconciliation efforts. With over 1,500 BPSOs implementing evidence-based guidelines, RNAO is positioning itself as a leader in promoting equitable healthcare outcomes through Indigenous-led initiatives.
What we're watching
- Program Expansion
- Whether RNAO can sustain the growth of its BPSO program and expand Indigenous-led care initiatives.
- Impact Measurement
- How the implementation of RNAO's best practice guidelines affects health outcomes for Indigenous communities.
- Partnership Dynamics
- The pace at which RNAO forges new partnerships with Indigenous communities and health organizations.