The COVID pandemic affected the CMPNN just as it did all small non-profit groups by disrupting normal activities, and impacting budgets, patient participation, volunteer involvement and recruitment. The CMPNN ceased all in-person activities and migrated these to on-line activities, whenever possible. The changes prompted by the pandemic were not all negative. In some cases, online events, such as the annual conference, allowed higher participation across Canada by eliminating travel costs and the time required to participate.

The CMPNN Board developed this Strategic Plan to identify its priorities for the next three years and the actions it will take to achieve these priorities. By securing the necessary resources, including additional volunteers and funding, the Board will ensure that all Canadian patients and their support networks will benefit from the education, advocacy and support the CMPNN can provide.