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CNA Centennial Highlights

Meet the Leadership Cabinet

Dr. Paul Genest
President and CEO, Council of Ontario Universities

 

 

"Investing in nursing education is an investment in the future of Canada's health system. Our aging population is putting new pressures on health-care delivery. Schools of nursing are committed to expanding to address the current and future nursing shortage. But they are struggling with insufficient operating funding and a lack of quality clinical placements. I am excited about this opportunity to work with CNA to increase awareness of the critical role of nursing and to explore effective ways of expanding enrolment levels to meet the rising demand for nursing care."

Dr. Paul Genest Genest is president and chief executive officer of the Council of Ontario Universities. Previously assistant vice-president, Public Affairs and e-Services for Bell Canada, he also served as director of policy and research to the prime minister from 2000 to 2003 and as senior policy adviser to two federal ministers.