Lois Fairley Nurse of the Year Award

Recognizing Nursing Excellence in Windsor-Essex

About the Award

The Lois Fairley Nurse of the Year Award honours nurses who go above and beyond in serving the Windsor-Essex community. Named after Lois Ann Fairley, this award celebrates compassion, dedication, leadership, and excellence in nursing care.

Each year, members of the community are invited to nominate a nurse who demonstrates outstanding commitment to patient care and professional excellence.

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Lois Fairley

How to Nominate

Nominations are accepted each year for the Lois Fairley Nurse of the Year Award, recognizing nurses who demonstrate exceptional dedication to the Windsor-Essex community.

Nomination Deadline: April 25th of each year.

Award Presentation: The recipient is honoured annually during Nursing Week in May.

Email your completed nomination to: crystalhepburnRN@gmail.com

Download Nomination Form

Past Winners

Marisa Smith (2025)

Windsor Regional Hospital Ouellette Campus

Anna Dudok (2024)

Huron Lodge Long-term Care

Mary Cunningham (2023)

Windsor Regional Hospital

Past Recognition

RNAO Windsor-Essex Chapter

The Windsor-Essex Chapter of the RNAO actively supports nurses and promotes health in our community.

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Hospice 2024 Award

Read about the 2024 Lois Fairley Community Service Award.

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Face-to-Face TV Feature

Watch a spotlight on past award winners.

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