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Province Looking to Add 2,000 Nurses to Long-Term Care Sector

Wednesday, 27 October 2021 10:29

By Linda Morgan

Government looking to add 2,000 long-term care nurses by 2024-25.

The Ontario government is investing up to $100 million to help train thousands of personal support workers (PSWs) and nurses looking for opportunities in long-term care. 

The province has set a goal of adding 2,000 nurses to the sector by 2024-25. 

"Our government will soon be releasing its plan to protect the progress we have made against COVID and ensuring we have enough staff to deliver high quality care to residents is a key part of this plan," said Rod Phillips, Minister of Long-Term Care. "That is why we are committed to fixing long-term care, and supporting personal support workers and nurses who want to take the next step in their careers in the long-term care sector."

The funds will help create two programs to support education for PSWs, registered practical nurses and nursing students. 

One of the programs will provide $6,000 a year in tuition to eligible PSWs and $10,000 a year to registered practical nurses looking to further their education. 

Applicants will need to commit to working in the sector for the same length of time covered by their tuition supports. 

The province is also planning to increase access to nursing programs at publicly-funded colleges. 
 

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