Nursing in British Columbia has been a self-governing profession since 1918. Under provincial legislation (Health Professions Act), it is the duty of CRNBC to protect the public through regulation of registered nurses, nurse practitioners, and licensed graduate nurses. CRNBC's legal obligation is to protect the public through the regulation of registered nurses and nurse practitioners. Learn more about the mandate, regulation of registered nurses, and careers at CRNBC. The nursing profession is always changing and responding to legislation, public needs and advances in health care. Check out our e-newsletter or learn more about CRNBC's financial performance in our latest annual report. more... See more text