RNAO past-president appointed to Order of Canada

Congratulations to Dr. Angela Cooper Brathwaite, past-president of RNAO and co-chair of its Black Nurses Task Force, who has been inducted into the Order of Canada. Brathwaite is being recognized for her extensive contributions to the field of nursing through her leadership, public policy advocacy, education and research. The full list of appointees is available online.

Please see the following news stories about Brathwaite’s induction:

• Durham Radio News: Four Durham residents among new appointments to Order of Canada
• The Record: Sidney Crosby, Eugene Levy and Rich Little are among new Order of Canada appointees, which include two Whitby residents, Uxbridge author and a former CBC journalist from Courtice

Brathwaite was also appointed to the Order of Ontario in 2021 for her initiatives to promote nursing education, improve women and children's health, and address racism in the nursing profession.

Join RNAO in congratulating Brathwaite on her induction by replying to her tweet.