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Welcome to the centralized hub for NPAA documents, guides, and public education tools.

Explore verified resources that support Nurse Practitioners and help Albertans understand NP practice across the province.

NPAA Advocacy & Position Statements

The Nurse Practitioner Association of Alberta (NPAA) actively advocates for the role of Nurse Practitioners across the province, providing leadership and clarity on key issues impacting practice, policy, and patient care.

Explore our recent position statements and advocacy work:

NP Role in Alberta’s Emergency Departments

Read the NPAA NP Role in Alberta’s ED here.

Nurse Practitioner Association of Alberta Highlights NP Role in Alberta’s Emergency Departments

MAiD Restrictions

Read the NPAA MAiD Position Statement here.

NPAA Position Statement regarding regarding proposed provincial changes to Medical Assistance in Dying (MAiD) legislation.

NPAA Op-Ed

Read the NPAA Op-Ed here.

NPAA Position Statement regarding Alberta emergency departments and the Nurse Practitioner (NP) role.

Featured Downloads

What is a Nurse Practitioner?

Learn about the education, scope of practice, and vital role NPs play in Alberta’s healthcare system.

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What is the NPPCP?

Learn how this government-funded program is expanding NP-led primary care in Alberta, reducing wait times, and increasing healthcare access.

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NPPCP Application Guide

Primary & Preventative Health Services (PPHS) created this guide for Nurse Practitioners preparing their NPPCP application. It walks applicants through each section with clear explanations and prompts to ensure a strong, complete submission.

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Access to Primary Care

Discover how NPs can provide timely, cost-effective, and high-quality primary care to more Albertans and help address the province’s healthcare crisis.

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Legislative Barriers

Explore key policy challenges preventing NPs from practicing to their full potential and how legislative updates can improve healthcare access.

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NPAA vs. AUNP EXPLAINED

NPAA is Alberta’s professional association for NPs—focused on advocacy, professional advancement, legislation, member benefits, and system-level transformation.


AUNP is the union representing NPs employed by AHS, Covenant Health, and upcoming Provincial Health Agencies—focused on collective bargaining, workplace rights, compensation, and labour relations.