L. Little
2026.1.1Nursing Leadership
tlooto Summary
Key issues surrounding the global nursing shortage are discussed and solutions for the Canadian context to build a sustainable nursing workforce and strengthen health systems to improve access to care for all are offered.
Abstract
The world is off-track to meet most of the health-related Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) targets by 2030, including SDG 3.8, universal health coverage (UHC). A sustainable nursing workforce is needed to advance UHC. This paper discusses key issues surrounding the global nursing shortage and offers solutions for the Canadian context to build a sustainable nursing workforce and strengthen health systems to improve access to care for all. Primary healthcare, investment in nursing and enhanced nursing leadership capacity are just a few of the proposed policy levers discussed.
Citation format
LITTLE, L. The importance of embedding a global perspective into canadian nursing workforce policy and planning. Nursing Leadership, 2026, 38 3(3): 10–19.