The Fredrickson-McGregor Education Foundation for Licensed Practical Nurses

The names of Pat Fredrickson and Rita McGregor were joined together in 2006 as an acknowledgement of their legacy. The Fredrickson-McGregor Education Foundation for Licensed Practical Nurses became the new name of a non-profit society to support practical nurse continuing education in the province after the provincial government endowed a $3 million grant in 2006. This non-profit organization raises, manages and distributes education grants and awards to LPNs to enhance their nursing knowledge, skills and ability, and honour their many achievements. Over $2 million in grants has been approved to enhance LPN competence and hundreds of LPNs have been nominated for awards of excellence.

Pat Fredrickson (L) retired from the CLPNA (1986 – 2006) as did Rita McGregor (1987 – 2006).