About us
Our Mission and Vision
At Nursing Lane, our mission is to empower NPs across Canada with the resources and support they need to thrive. We envision a connected community where NPs can learn, grow, and excel in their careers.
Meet the Team
At Nursing Lane, we pride ourselves on having a dedicated and passionate team committed to empowering NPs across Canada. Our team is made up of experienced professionals, bringing a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our NP community. We are here to support you on your professional journey.
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Founder & CEO
Aliya Hajee holds a Master of Science in Nursing and a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate from McMaster University. Her career has encompassed primary care, acute care, specialty care, research, academia, and digital health. Her current practice interests include primary care, women's health, and mental health.
Drawing from her experiences as a Nurse Practitioner, Aliya recognized the need for high-quality continuing education, personalized career assistance, and a supportive space where NPs can connect with their peers. This inspired her to create Nursing Lane, an organization dedicated to supporting NPs in their professional development.
Aliya is committed to providing NPs with essential resources and building a supportive and connected community where NPs can learn, grow, and excel in their careers.
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Community Coordinator
Claudia Mariano is a seasoned healthcare leader with a Master of Science in Nursing and a Primary Health Care Nurse Practitioner Certificate from the University of Toronto. She has played a key role in advancing NP practice in Ontario, particularly in political advocacy.
Claudia has held prominent roles, including President and Manager of Practice and Policy for the Nurse Practitioners’ Association of Ontario, Board Member for the Association of Family Health Teams of Ontario and the North Muskoka NPLC, and Adjunct Lecturer at the University of Toronto. She authored the book “No One Left Behind: How Nurse Practitioners are Changing Canada’s Health Care System."
With 23 years as an NP and 13 years as an RN, Claudia focused on health promotion, women's health, and chronic disease management. Although now retired from NP practice, Claudia continues to contribute to the field. She is currently the Director of Care at Nyah Health.