Shared on behalf of Rachael Shaffer, Interim Director, Nursing and Health Professions
We are pleased to announce the launch of the Preceptor Recognition Program, a new initiative aimed at celebrating and supporting the critical role preceptors’ play across Thunder Bay Regional Health Sciences Centre (TBRHSC).
Preceptors are essential to the onboarding of new staff and the supervision of students, providing guidance, feedback, and role modeling that support a safe and confident transition into practice. Their contributions directly influence staff development, recruitment, and retention, as well as the overall quality of patient care.
Over the coming months, a series of recognition initiatives will provide opportunities for learners, peers, and leaders to acknowledge the valuable contributions of preceptors across the organization:
Coffee-Gram Recognition
Coffee-grams will be available to gift to preceptors as a small token of appreciation for their ongoing contributions to a positive teaching and learning environment.
Preceptor of the Month
To formally recognize preceptors who demonstrate exceptional dedication to teaching and supporting others, preceptors may be nominated by their peers and an award winner will be highlighted monthly. Winners will be entered into a prize draw during Preceptor Appreciation Week, and all nominees will also be entered into a separate prize draw in recognition of their contributions.
Preceptor “Thumbs Up” Page
A dedicated space on the iNtranet where staff can share quick messages of appreciation, highlighting the everyday impact of preceptors across the organization.
Preceptor Appreciation Week
From September 14 to 18, 2026, TBRHSC will celebrate Preceptor Appreciation Week with a series of activities recognizing staff who contribute to preceptorship throughout the year. The week will include opportunities for celebration, peer recognition, prizes, and preceptor education, reinforcing the importance of fostering a strong culture of teaching and learning across the organization.
This program was developed in response to staff feedback identifying recognition as key factors influencing engagement in the preceptor role. By recognizing and celebrating preceptors, we aim to foster a culture of mentorship, strengthen onboarding experiences, and support high-quality patient care.
We encourage all staff to take part in recognizing the preceptors who support learning and growth within our organization.
If you have any questions or would like to participate, please contact: Brittney McLaughlin – Brittney.McLaughlin@tbh.net or Kaleigh Stezenko – Kaleigh.Stezenko@tbh.net
