would like to take this opportunity to thank you

 for volunteering to assist with relief efforts in Southeast Asia following the Tsunami on December 26, 2004.  Nurses in Ontario volunteered in large numbers

 and we are proud of their commitment to the

 humanitarian efforts in other parts of the world. 

In discussions with the federal government,

aid agencies and Ontario experts who have

 recently returned from Southeast Asia, it has

been determined that at this time, the services

of nurses and other health care providers are

not needed.  We acknowledge your commitment

 to others and express our deep gratitude for your

offer of assistance.

since sars in Ont  ,the collage of nurses has set up

 a list of volunteers  to help in areas of need.

If I dont help in Tsunami my name stays on the list

 to help another time. It is a real thrill to be on this list,

with the help and support of my family Laurie

It is a source of comfort to us all to know that, in an emergency, there are health care professionals willing to step forward and help others.

In addition, we would like to express our appreciation to the Registered Nurses Association of Ontario for maintaining the VIANurse roster on behalf of the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care.

Sincerely,

Sue Matthews                                                              Allison Stuart

Provincial Chief Nursing Officer,                                   Director,Emergancy help

Nursing Secretariat