LPN News

When Health Care Aide (HCA) regulation comes into force on February 2, 2026, the College of Licensed Practical Nurses of Alberta (CLPNA) will change its name to the College of LPNs and HCAs of Alberta (CLHA).

Here are the changes that Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs) can expect.

• New logo: The College logo will change to reflect the regulation of two distinct professions.
• New colours: All LPN documents and web pages will use purple for headings, banners, etc. HCA documents and pages will use blue.
• New website: Many revisions to the website have already taken place. The website will launch with a new domain, clha.com, on February 2. We recommend updating any bookmarks that you may have after this date.
• Same access: The College is expanding in order regulate two professions.

Will This Change Affect the Roles of HCAs and LPNs in the Healthcare System?

Sharing a regulatory college will not affect the different roles of LPNs and HCAs in the healthcare system. LPNs and HCAs are distinct professions.

Will Resources for LPNs Change?

The CLPNA is expanding in order to regulate two professions fairly and effectively. LPNs will continue to have access to the same continuing competence opportunities, regulatory resources, and practice advice that they currently receive to assist in providing safe, competent, and ethical care.