NSCN Newsletter: Licence Renewal Now Open, New and Revised Practice Support Tools and More

Licence Renewal Now Open!

The licence renewal period opened on August 20th and will close on October 31, 2025. To be eligible to practise on November 1, 2025, you must renew your licence before the renewal period ends.

Find instructions on how to submit your application via our registrant portal on our website.

Watch our licence renewal video for more information on important dates you need to know this upcoming renewal season!

Important Licence Renewal Information

• Log in to the Registrant Portal. View instructions.
• View important renewal information that can help answer questions. Read our licence renewal guide.
• Not planning on renewing your licence due to retirement, maternity/paternity leave, or illness leave? Learn what to do.
• Are you returning from leave and planning on renewing your licence? Learn what to do.
• Confirm your proof of licensure. Visit Search for a Nurse.
• Looking for a copy of your receipt for your 2025-2026 licence? View instructions.

Other Important Information

• NSCN CEO and Registrar, Douglas Bungay, is the first recipient of the NCSBN Catalyst Award, recognizing leaders who spark change and transformation in nursing regulation.
• NSCN engaged a consultant to review our professional conduct processes using our new regulatory guiding principles. A Regulatory Impact Assessment Report is coming soon!
• Read our new Using Artificial Intelligence Practice Guideline, to better understand privacy, consent, and bias when using AI in nursing practice.
• August's featured tool, Supporting Nurses with Professional Practice Issues Guidelines for Employers, helps employers support nurses with practice issues to ensure they meet their professional obligations.
• Share your feedback on proposed amendments to the Nursing Regulations with respect to the regulation of Registered Psychiatric Nurses (RPNs).
• Read our updated Dual Licensure Position Statement.
• Register for our Supporting Professional Practice in Nursing Workshop in Millbrook (Truro) on September 18!