We are Canada’s largest nurses’ union. Our members provide care in hospitals, long-term care, public health, clinics, the community and industry. Together, we push for reforms and fight for better workplaces. We don’t settle because a lot is at stake––who we are, where we work and who we work for.
We are a platform for local action. We fight against unfair and unsafe treatment, policies and government decisions that impact your ability to provide safe and quality care. We negotiate and enforce your contracts, offer benefits and insurance, provide tailored education and development opportunities and more.
In times of universal deceit, telling the truth is a revolutionary act.
Toronto, ON, September 3, 2026 — The Ontario Nurses’ Association (ONA) is raising serious safety concerns about more than 215 registered nurse (RN) positions cut across Ontario hospitals in the past two months alone. This is part of an escalating trend of hospitals cutting RN positions, often replacing them with other health-care professionals amid provincial underfunding. This can put patients at risk, as different roles do not have the same education, training and skill to respond to unstable patients.
We use cookies to improve your experience on our website. To learn more, read our privacy policy.
