AWARDS

The Visionary Award

The CFNA Visionary Award recognizes a full member of the Canadian Forensic Nurses Association who demonstrates innovation, resilience, and commitment in advancing forensic nursing practice and improving client health outcomes in Canada. This award honors excellence in clinical care, education, policy, research, or administration, highlighting contributions such as developing practice standards, advocating for social change, and fostering collaboration to enhance forensic nursing and violence prevention efforts.

2017

Sheila Dawn Early

2020

Aimee Falkenberg

2022

Sheila MacDonald

2024

Janet Calnan

The Outstanding Contribution Award

Winston Sayson

As the inaugural recipient (2024), Winston Sayson exemplifies the highest standards of dedication and impact in this field. His outstanding contributions have been widely recognized, making him truly deserving of this honor.

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The Canadian Forensic Nurses Association (CFNA) advances forensic nursing in Canada, focusing on standards and issues like violence, trauma, and death investigations. Founded in 2006 and rebranded in 2016, the CFNA has over 147 members, including Sexual Assault Nurses and Coroners.

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