Elsipogtog First Nation nurse 1 of 4 honoured with Excellence in Nursing Award – CBC

May 09, 2022

Annual Indigenous Services Canada award recognizes nurses serving First Nation or Inuit communitie

Four nurses serving Indigenous communities are being honoured with this year’s Indigenous Services Canada Award of Excellence in Nursing.

The award recognizes nurses serving First Nation or Inuit communities.

Lee Ann Sock from Elsipogtog First Nation in New Brunswick said winning the award was surprising.

“I’m so proud to be recognized for the services that I provided for my community,” said Sock, 55.

“I also think the award validates that I’m doing something right.”