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9Rural Bursaries AttractStudents into Health CareBursary Programs ExpandStudents from across Alberta can applyfor a bursary. In exchange, they commit to living andworking in northern Alberta after graduation. Examples ofthe types of programs students can receive bursaries for includehealth care, business, technical programs and education.The Northern Alberta Development Council’s (NADC) bursary programs are expanding.The NADC Bursary has increased from $3,000 to $3,500 for this year, and anadditional 25 students will be able to receive the bursary, bringing the total to 150.“In today’s tight labour market, the NADC Bursary plays an important role insecuring a commitment from students to return to the north,” said Helen Henderson,Chair of the NADC Bursary Selection Committee. “We are pleased that we can offermore funding to more students.”“The government recognizes Alberta’s labour force needs are unique, especiallyin northern Alberta,” added Iris Evans, Minister of Employment, Immigrationand Industry. “That is why we are pleased to be able to provide additional fundsto the Council for their bursaries. The bursaries will have a positive impact forthe workforce in the north.”“There are so many opportunities for work in northern Alberta”, said AudreyDeWit, NADC’s Team Leader for the bursary programs. “We’ve seen anincrease in students successfully fulfilling their return service.”Health Care Practicum FundingThe NADC has a new program to encourage students of health care programs toconsider a northern Alberta practicum location that offers great experiences andlots of variety.The Health Care Practicum Funding Program is offered jointly by northernhealth regions and the Northern Alberta Development Council. Each healthregion has designated specific locations and practicum positions that can befunded. This funding can help students with the costs of travel to and from acommunity, and with accommodation costs while they are there. Note that onlypracticum placements in health region facilities and programs are eligible.Funding approval is not automatic. Funds are limited and applications may beprioritized based on regional demand. Students need to contact their college oruniversity placement coordinator to find out which placements are designated toreceive funding.More information on these and other funding programs is available on theNADC’s website at www.nadc.gov.ab.ca. Interested students can also call780-624-6545 (toll-free by first dialing 310-0000).The Canadian Council for PracticalNurse Regulators (CCPNR)CCPNR is a federation of provincialand territorial members identified inlegislation as responsible for the safetyof the public through the regulation ofLicensed Practical Nurses. The primaryfunctions of the CCPNR include;• Collaborating among provincial/territorial regulatory organizationsto maintain and enhanceprofessional relationships.• Supporting provincial/territorialorganizations with regard todecision-making, resourceallocation, and managementissues, and individual provincial/territorial regulatory laws andresources.• Supporting processes that allowfor accountability and responsibilityfor decisions and which recognizethe individuality of the jurisdiction.• Promoting excellence in practicalnursing regulation by demonstratingleadership, best practice,innovation and professionaldevelopment.Visit the CCPNR website for moreinformation at www.ccpnr.caCLPNA is a member of CCPNR andparticipates on the executive committee.