Welcome to the first ever Canadian Travel Nurse (CTN) Expo, the ultimate gathering for healthcare professionals seeking travel opportunities in Canada! This exciting event brings together nurses, recruiters, and industry leaders in one place to explore the incredible world of travel nursing. Immerse yourself in a virtual environment filled with interactive booths, informative sessions, and networking opportunities. Discover the latest trends, gain valuable insights, and connect with experts who can help shape your travel nursing career. Get ready to embark on a remarkable journey of adventure, growth, and endless possibilities at the 2023 CTN Expo!

Agenda:

• Meet & Greet
• Update User Profile
• CTN Expo Walkthrough
• Day 1 Kickoff
• Spotlight - Mark Hernandez

Spotlight:

Hear about the travel nursing journey of Mark Hernandez, the founder of the Canadian Travel Nurse Facebook Group.

NSCN's new expedited licensure process for international registered nurses currently licensed in good standing in the Philippines, India, Nigeria, USA, UK, Australia or New Zealand who are seeking to practice nursing in Nova Scotia is now available. Interested in applying or have a question? Please click here to learn more:
https://www.nscn.ca/registration-licensing/first-time-registering-nova-scotia/international-nurse-not-currently-licensed-canada

Join us for an engaging networking session at the CTN Expo! Connect with fellow travel nurses, recruiters, and industry professionals in a dynamic and interactive virtual environment. Share experiences, exchange ideas, and forge valuable connections with like-minded individuals who are passionate about travel nursing. Expand your professional network, gain valuable insights, and discover new opportunities in the world of travel nursing. Don't miss this chance to connect, collaborate, and build lasting relationships.

Speaker: Tiffany Hordyk, BScN, RN, MSN, CEN, RN First Call

Tiffany is an ER trained and RN first call certified RN from BC with a MSN in nursing education. She has been travel nursing full time for the past four years working in Emergency departments in urban, rural and remote hospitals in BC and Nova Scotia, and remote practice settings in remote indigenous communities in BC. Tiffany is all about working hard and playing tourist while on contract and loves to collect fun experiences and a robust list of foodie must-tries. Tiffany’s number one advice for new and aspiring travel nurses is that nursing is the same, just the protocols and where things are found is what’s different from place to place, so just do it.

The pandemic, the climate crisis, the economy, war, injustice, unrest, uncertainty – it’s a lot to cope with and we can all use support sometimes. More and more, we’re hearing and talking about wellness, mindfulness, therapy, stress management and self-care. While taking luxurious baths can feel great, self-care goes far beyond that. Self-care is quite literally taking care of yourself. Your whole self. Join CMHA for stories and strategies around what we all need to be our best selves.

About CMHA:

Founded in 1918, Canadian Mental Health Association (CMHA) is the most established, most extensive community mental health organization in Canada. CMHA provides advocacy, programs and resources that help to prevent mental health problems and illnesses, support recovery and resilience, and enable all Canadians to flourish and thrive. We identify and respond to Canada’s most pressing mental health priorities. At the national level, we push for nationwide system and social change. At the community level, more than a million people in Canada rely on CMHA’s extensive grassroots presence for mental health programs and services.

At Sympatico Med, we recognize the importance of balance between work and lifestyle. We are here to offer you support and guidance through all steps from onboarding to securing assignments and any additional support while on assignment. Working with us may be your opportunity to have a career that you don’t need a vacation from.

Alberta Health Services (AHS) is Canada’s first and largest province-wide, fully-integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to the over four million people living in Alberta. We are dedicated to building a provincial healthcare system that is high quality, sustainable, and accessible to all. Whether you are a front-line professional or give support behind the scenes, there's a place for you here. Join a team of skilled and dedicated professionals who believe in our shared values and who deliver meaningful care to patients every day, all across the province.

As we wrap up an exhilarating Day 1 of the Canadian Travel Nurse Expo, we reflect on the wealth of knowledge, connections, and inspiration that filled the virtual halls. From insightful virtual sessions to engaging networking sessions, attendees immersed themselves in the world of travel nursing in Canada. Exhibitors showcased exciting opportunities, and participants engaged in meaningful conversations, gathering valuable insights to fuel their careers. Day 1 of the expo set the stage for a remarkable journey of exploration and growth. As we eagerly look forward to Day 2, we invite you to carry the momentum and continue your quest for adventure and professional advancement in the dynamic field of travel nursing. 

Relive the highlights of an incredible first day at the CTN Expo! From inspiring talks to informative Ask Me Anything sessions, our attendees have already gained valuable insights into the world of travel nursing in Canada. Catch up on the key takeaways, memorable moments, and exciting discussions that took place on day 1 and get ready for another action-packed day at the Canadian Travel Nurse Expo! 

OptiCare Training Centre Inc. was founded in 2021 by Willard Amper, a Registered Nurse, and is located in Winnipeg, Manitoba. OptiCare specializes in providing clinical education through courses, workshops, and conferences to healthcare professionals at the local and national level. With over 30 years of nursing experience, Willard has taught numerous courses and workshops. OptiCare prides itself in the quality of education and training provided and is committed to deliver relevant and up-to-date continuing education.

Brunning & Company is a CPA firm that specializes in increasing their clients cash flow.

Join us for an engaging networking session at the CTN Expo! Connect with fellow travel nurses, recruiters, and industry professionals in a dynamic and interactive virtual environment. Share experiences, exchange ideas, and forge valuable connections with like-minded individuals who are passionate about travel nursing. Expand your professional network, gain valuable insights, and discover new opportunities in the world of travel nursing. Don't miss this chance to connect, collaborate, and build lasting relationships.

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is a world-class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering care to more than one million B.C. residents living in Vancouver, the North Shore, Richmond, the Sea-to-Sky corridor, Sunshine Coast and the Central Coast. We are dedicated to providing exceptional care across the full continuum in areas including public health, primary care, acute services, community-based long-term care and home health, mental health, substance use, and research.

We are an organization fully committed to supporting healthy lives in healthy communities with the robust resources of more than 27,000 staff, 3,200 medical staff, 13 hospitals, 55 long-term care and assisted living sites, a number of urgent primary care centres, 17 community health centres and over $4 billion in operational funding.

Come for the job. Stay for the team. https://careers.vch.ca/

Join us for the grand finale of the Canadian Travel Nurse Expo as we conclude two days filled with inspiration, connections, and invaluable insights. In this virtual session, we bring together the collective wisdom and experiences gained throughout the event. Reflect on the knowledge shared, the connections made, and the opportunities discovered during the expo. Engage in thought-provoking discussions, celebrate the achievements of attendees, and set your sights on the exciting future that lies ahead. The closing session of the Canadian Travel Nurse Expo is a moment of celebration, empowerment, and motivation as we bid farewell, armed with the tools and connections to embark on our travel nursing journeys with confidence.