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Nearly half of Ontario RPNs eye exit from nursing citing workload, violence concerns

by Todd Humber May 14, 2026

written by Todd Humber May 14, 2026

Nearly all Ontario registered practical nurses say their work has taken a toll on their personal well-being, and 43 per cent say they need immediate mental health support, according to a new survey from the Registered Practical Nurses Association of Ontario (WeRPN). The 2026 State of Nursing in Onta...

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Todd Humber

Todd Humber is an award-winning workplace journalist who has been covering the HR, employment law, and workplace safety beats for 25 years. He is the publisher and editor-in-chief at HR News Canada, published by North Wall Media.

Nearly half of Ontario RPNs eye exit from nursing citing workload, violence concerns

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