Costumed History of Nursing Members
Welcome
In 1989 interested registered nurses banded together and formed the BC History of Nursing Professional Practice Group under the umbrella of the Registered Nurses Association of BC (now the College of Registered Nurses of BC.) The mission of the founders was to discover, disseminate, and preserve BC's nursing history. In 2008 the organization became registered under the Society Act of BC and is now known as the BC History of Nursing Society (BCHNS). Current Society members are mainly B.C. registered nurses & nursing students, but also include historians, researchers, RNs and nursing students from across Canada.
ResourcesThe Events Page is regularly updated for our meeting schedule, upcoming events and displays at various sites. Newsletters are posted quarterly and Links are provided to help further your research. Note Cards are for sale to raise funds for scholarships and for the archives. Student Resources provides information on scholarships, as well as Suggested Student Readings |
MembershipThe BCHNS has a collective membership of about 150 individuals and groups. Membership fees are needed to support the Society’s many activities and accomplish our goals. If you are interested in joining our society, please visit our Membership page. |
ArchivesThe Archives contains a wealth of information pertaining to BC nurses such as historical documents, publications, photographs, Biographical Files and Oral Histories. The collection includes nursing equipment, pins, uniforms, books and memorabilia. |
Online ExhibitsCheck our Online Exhibits for studies, displays, collections and more. View Honourary Members and Pages of History here. |
DonationsAll donations are welcomed and we offer tax deductible receipts for all monetary donations over $25. If interested in donating in either of these ways, please visit our Donation page |
Get in TouchWe would like to hear from you. Contact Us shows ways to reach us. |