Appropriate Use of Biomarkers in Neurodegenerative Diseases Causing Mild Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
March 13, 2026

Recent advances in diagnostic medicine have enabled the detection of key biomarkers of dementia - previously only accessible via cerebrospinal fluid, PET or at autopsy - in blood. Preliminary reports on both the sensitivity and specificity of these assays indicate a wide range; this confounds the interpretation of the results, particularly in the absence of readily accessible and proven assessments via cerebrospinal fluid or PET imaging to validate findings. Furthermore, these tests are not yet approved by Health Canada but are being ordered by clinicians in the absence of clinical practice guidelines. This program will provide an overview of the pathology of dementia and clinical stages, differentiate among different types of dementia, review the current landscape of biological markers in neurodegenerative diseases, and provide evidence-based recommendations on the use of these diagnostics. Learners will then independently apply their knowledge to a series of validated cases.
Credits (up to)
- 1 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 1 (Group Learning Activity – In Person or Online)
- 1 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 3 - Self-Assessment Program
- 2 credit or credits for American Medical Association – AMA PRA Category 1
- 2 credit or credits for European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education – ECMEC
Chronic Pain Care for Indigenous Patients – Asynchronous Online Learning Module
Mar. 15, 2026 - Mar. 14, 2027

"Chronic Pain Care for Indigenous Patients" is an online asynchronous learning course intended to educate physicians on the provision of culturally-safer, trauma-informed chronic pain care for Indigenous Peoples in Canada. The course is organized into four section that cover the following content:
1) an overview of the historical and ongoing colonial policies and practices in Canada that impact the health of Indigenous Peoples and their experiences when accessing the healthcare system;
2) an introduction to chronic pain and approaches to pain care based on Western medical and Indigenous perspectives, including a patient-centred examination of the barriers that Indigenous patients face in accessing chronic pain care;
3) recommendations for providing high quality culturally-safer care to Indigenous individuals with chronic pain;
4) guidance for accessing supports when caring for Indigenous patients and resources for further learning.

The course incorporates interactive self-guided components throughout the content slides and includes opportunities to reinforce learning in the form of embedded case examples, reflection questions, and quizzes. Learners also have an opportunity to ask the course facilitator questions that are moderated and displayed, along with facilitator responses, on the learning platform.
Credits (up to)
- 2 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 1 (Group Learning Activity – In Person or Online)
Knowledge Translation Professional Certificate 2026
March 16 - October 13, 2026

The Knowledge Translation Professional Certificate (KTPC™) is a 39-hour professional development program. This program aims to develop the competencies of KT professionals (knowledge brokers, KT specialists, KT program managers, etc.) working across all disciplines and sectors. KTPC includes numerous opportunities for networking both during and after the course, a KT game to build knowledge of integrated and end-of-grant KT practices and considerations, and time to build a practical KT plan with the support of the faculty and peers.

The course culminates in the presentation of participant's KT plans for the purposes of receiving feedback and supporting further development of KT skills. KTPC also invites active participation by participant supervisors to help build organizational capacity for KT and support sustained learning. The course will be offered three times in 2026: once in person (five days) and twice online (seven days synchronously on Zoom).

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Credits (up to)
- 40 credit or credits for Certificate of Completion Hours
World Bipolar Day Research Symposium
March 26, 2026

This research symposium will bring together Canadian and international researchers, trainees, clinicians and mental health professionals to take part in presentations and discussions on current research in bipolar disorder, with a special emphasis on youth bipolar disorder. A wide variety of topics will be explored, including treatment, neuroimaging, risk factors, biomarkers and clinical characteristics.

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Credits (up to)
- 5 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 1 (Group Learning Activity – In Person or Online)
- 5 credit or credits for American Medical Association – AMA PRA Category 1
- 5 credit or credits for European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education – ECMEC
5th Canadian Musculoskeletal Conference
March 27, 2026

Osteoporosis Canada is hosting the 2026 CMC – Canadian Musculoskeletal Conference. This hybrid event will be led by national experts in osteoporosis and musculoskeletal health. This dynamic conference will offer an advanced medical education program and is intended for general physicians and specialists as well as allied health professionals.

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5th Canadian Musculoskeletal Conference (CMC) 2026 – Hybrid Meeting
March 27, 2026

The 2026 Canadian Musculoskeletal Conference is a one day event focusing on bone and muscle health. This hybrid event will be led by national experts in osteoporosis and musculoskeletal health. This dynamic conference will offer an advanced medical education program and is intended for general physicians and specialists as well as allied health professionals.

The content will focus on muscle and bone health, with a focus on sarcopenia and osteoporosis. Presentations will discuss the assessment, diagnosis and treatment of these conditions, in various populations.
There will also be a focus on rare bone diseases, including fibrodysplasia ossificans progressiva, hypophosphatasia, X-linked hypophosphatemic rickets, and Paget’s disease.

The conference content will be delivered via lecture presentations. Each presentation will be followed by an interactive question and answer period with the content expert. There is also an opportunity for interaction, through a panel discussion involving multiple lecturers and the audience.
In the afternoon, the conference will be divided into two concurrent streams. One stream will be tailored to primary care providers, with discussion of topics related to fracture prevention, fracture risk assessment, and osteoporosis treatment. The other stream will be catered to specialists, with discussion of topics related to secondary osteoporosis in unique populations, and rare bone diseases.

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Credits (up to)
- 5 credit or credits for College of Family Physicians of Canada Mainpro+® Certified Activity
Toronto Anesthesia Symposium 2026
March 28-29, 2026

This year’s symposium will bring together leading voices in anesthesiology to explore how quality improvement strategies can shape safer, more effective preoperative care. Lectures, interactive Problem Based Learning Discussions (PBLDs) and hands-on workshops will be presented by University of Toronto faculty and national guest speakers.

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Advanced Imaging and Education Centre Virtual Colonography
March 31 - April 2, 2026

This in-person three-day course will enable attendees to acquire appropriate interpretation skills as well as a comprehensive and overall appreciation of the current issues facing virtual colonography, also referred to as virtual colonoscopy (VC).

The course emphasis is on image interpretation with completion of at least 50 path-proven examinations by the third day. The program combines didactic presentations with significant hands-on experience in small group settings. You will learn to utilize specific 3D tools and recognize pitfalls that will result in a reduction of both reading times and false positives. Other topics include effective patient preparation, colonic distension, extra colonic CT findings and issues relating to setting up a screening program. Frequent question-and-answer sessions and one-on-one supervision will allow for immediate feedback. By the conclusion of this course, learners will know the essential components needed to run a successful VC screening program. This course also offers the experience of viewing live cases.

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Online Opioid Self-Assessment Program
Apr. 1, 2026 - Mar. 31, 2029

We are offering an Online Opioid Self-Assessment Program (SAP) to help participants identify areas where improvement is required. This program's target population is physicians, nurse practitioners, pharmacists, medical educators, medical students, and medical residents. The ultimate goal is to close the gap between knowledge and action with regard to the use of opioids for chronic non-cancer pain. The 2017 Canadian Opioid Guideline recommendations were developed to help physicians make appropriate decisions to start a trial of opioid therapy for CNCP and to guide them in the monitoring of long-term opioid therapy, the detection of situations involving misuse, including addiction, and the appropriate response to such situations. The Guideline was updated in 2025 and the content of the educational program has been modified based on the 2025 Canadian Opioid Guideline. The instructional design of the program is knowledge-based. There will be case-based learning (e.g., vignettes and discussions), question-and-answer periods, and Self-assessment questions throughout the course.

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Credits (up to)
- 3 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 3 - Self-Assessment Program
Planetary Health & Sustainable Care ECHO
Apr. 7, 2026 - Apr. 6, 2027

The Planetary Health & Sustainable Care ECHO offers a collaborative space for people in the Canadian healthcare sector to discuss, troubleshoot, and celebrate efforts to provide climate resilient and responsible care across settings and specialties.

The Extension for Community Healthcare Outcomes (ECHO) model is an “all teach, all learn” training framework based on mentoring and peer support. The overarching objective is to share support, guidance, and feedback in service of the dissemination and implementation of good practices. As our collective understanding of the issues and opportunities related to climate change and health deepens, the ECHO format offer members of the healthcare community the support they need to navigate the nuances of sustainability work.

The Planetary Health & Sustainable Care ECHO (program) runs in cycles (~6-10 weeks) that involve weekly 1-hour virtual sessions. Each cycle (~2-4 cycles per year) focuses on a different theme and sub-topics, while each session features a topic of interest related to the cycle theme grounded by experts in the field and brought to life by case studies shared by participants. At this time, we do not repeat themes or topics. The ECHO engages a national cohort, serving a pan-Canadian audience: anyone in the Canadian healthcare community can join and is invited to all future cycles.

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Credits (up to)
- 8 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 1 (Group Learning Activity – In Person or Online)
Annual Update in General Surgery
April 15-18, 2026

Now in its 67th iteration, the Update in General Surgery is organized by the Division of General Surgery at the Temerty Faculty of Medicine, University of Toronto. We are thrilled to be running the 2026 conference under the direction of Dr. Shiva Jayaraman.

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Medical Record-Keeping Program 2025-2026
April 15-17, 2026

Medical records tell the complete story of a patient’s healthcare journey. They play a crucial role in providing high-quality patient care. From clinical notes and electronic records, to consultation requests and discharge summaries, learn how to improve your medical records in practice.
Medical Record-Keeping is an interactive program (offered both in-person and online) that addresses the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) Medical Record-Keeping Policies. Using case-based exercises, peer assessments, and training on practice tools, this program provides participants with skills needed to keep good medical records for their patients and their practice.
This program is designed for physicians looking to improve their medical records in practice. It will be of benefit to those who wish to become familiar with documentation tools for clinical encounters and to comply with CPSO policies and legislation as they relate to record keeping.
Structure of the Program
- Over 7 total hours of live, interactive learning
- Available in-person, and online
- Case-based exercises, peer-to-peer learning, and training on practice tools
- Self-assessment activity includes pre- and post-workshop exercises and in-session outcome measures. Questions are based on requirements established by the CPSO and are reviewed and assessed. Outcome measure questions are reviewed in-session, with reference to appropriate answers. Learners receive feedback on exercises via a learner assessment/scorecard.

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Credits (up to)
- 9.5 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 3 - Simulation Activity
- 9.5 credit or credits for College of Family Physicians of Canada Mainpro+® Certified Assessment Activity
- 9.5 credit or credits for American Medical Association – Category 1
- 9.5 credit or credits for European Union for Medical Specialists (EUMS) – ECMEC
Health by Design: A Human-Centred Design Intensive for Healthcare Professionals
April 23-24, 2026

Design thinking is a human-centered process that invites us to think about, and approach, problems from new perspectives. With an emphasis on ideation, iteration, and collaboration, we can apply many components of design thinking to our work in healthcare and quality improvement.

In this two day, in person intensive, you’ll immerse yourself in the mindsets and methods of design thinking through hands on activities, rapid prototyping, and small group work.

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Toronto Breast and Aesthetic Plastic Surgery Symposium
April 23-24, 2026

Learn about the latest surgical and non-surgical advances in breast surgery and aesthetic plastic surgery at this interactive 2-day conference.

World-renowned experts share emergent techniques, procedures, and innovations through a combination of interactive sessions, video presentations, and lively panel discussions. Presentations go below the surface by delving into key findings and comprehensive applications.

Patient selection, surgical and non-surgical techniques, results and outcomes, and patient safety will be emphasized throughout conference sessions. Topics include body contouring, breast reconstruction surgery, primary and revision breast surgery, and facial aesthetics, among other focuses.

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16th Biennial Canadian Orthopaedic Foot and Ankle Symposium
April 24-25, 2026

As Canada’s largest surgical Foot & Ankle meeting, the biennial symposium offers a centralized forum for orthopaedic surgeons to stay informed on the latest advancements, collaborate with colleagues, and connect with peers from across the country. Featuring interactive symposiums, cadaveric skills labs, case-based discussions, and audience engagement, the program emphasizes the latest developments in minimally invasive surgery, biologics, sports-related injuries, and evidence-based treatment strategies. The focus remains on improving surgical outcomes and elevating the standard of foot and ankle care.

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SickKids Paediatric Update Conference 2026
April 29 - May 2, 2026

SickKids Paediatric Update is an annual, national 4 day CE conferenceaddressing a broad array of child health care topics, updates and reviews. Designed for paediatricians, family practitioners, and allied health careprofessionals involved in child health care, this 4-day event offers theopportunity to advance knowledge and skills in paediatrics.

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Credits (up to)
- 21 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 1 (Group Learning Activity – In Person or Online)
- 13 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 3 - Self-Assessment Program
- 21 credit or credits for American Medical Association – AMA PRA Category 1
- 21 credit or credits for European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education – ECMEC
Creative and Reflective Writing Workshop for Health Practitioners
April 30 - June 4, 2026

This four-session series is designed for health practitioners seeking to improve their creative and reflective writing skills. Each session will include discussion of a particular literary genre — such as memoir, fiction, and poetry — and feature group discussion of published work. Conversation around themes and questions in creative and reflective writing in the health humanities will also be a focus.

A workshop component will offer participants space to write, read, and try out new methods and approaches for prose and poetry, share feedback, and hone writing work with peers in a safe and encouraging environment.

As well as enhancing literacy skills, this series will provide an opportunity for health practitioners to explore their experiences through writing, and will enhance their understanding of the narrative potential of patient encounters. In a creative and collegial atmosphere, participants are invited to become part of a supportive community in narrative-based medicine.

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Partners in Care: Women’s and Children’s Primary Care Education Day
May 1, 2026

This online educational event will deliver practical, evidence-based updates on women's and children's health topics relevant to local primary care providers. In a one-day session, expert presenters will address clinical management strategies, referral pathways, and integration with hospital-based programs and services.

The program employs targeted presentations designed to enhance clinical decision-making and strengthen referral networks. Each session follows a structured format addressing: primary care management approaches, appropriate referral criteria and timing, referral processes and access points, and expected patient journeys pre- and post-referral. Post-presentation resources like handouts and care pathways will aid in implementation of new and reinforced knowledge.

This design ensures participants gain actionable knowledge they can immediately implement in practice. The online format facilitates accessibility for busy practitioners while fostering ongoing communication between primary care providers and THP's Women's and Children's program. Interactive elements throughout the sessions encourage participant engagement and enable real-time clarification of referral processes, ultimately strengthening the continuum of care between primary and specialized services.

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Credits (up to)
- 6 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 1 (Group Learning Activity – In Person or Online)
- 6 credit or credits for American Medical Association – AMA PRA Category 1
- 6 credit or credits for European Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education – ECMEC
Toronto Breast Imaging Conference
May 9, 2026

Explore the latest frontiers in breast cancer detection and diagnosis at this dynamic conference, focused on the cutting-edge imaging modalities of Breast Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI), Digital Breast Tomosynthesis (DBT), and Contrast-Enhanced Mammography (CEM).

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Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Multiple Myeloma Day
May 22, 2026

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre’s Multiple Myeloma Day presents the latest developments in the management of myeloma and related plasma cell disorders. Guest speakers from oncology, hematology, and pharmacology shares updates in new clinical trials, available therapies, advancements in imaging, and more.

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Advanced Hip Course
May 30, 2026

The Advanced Hip Course presented by University of Toronto & Mt. Sinai Hospital is an intensive, one day program designed for orthopaedic surgeons looking to expand their surgical expertise in advanced hip arthroplasty.

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Planning Inclusive Educational Events Workshop for Interprofessional Health Students
October 1, 2026

The Planning Inclusive Educational Events workshop is an opportunity to promote Temerty Faculty of Medicine’s Inclusive Educational Events Planning Guide (https://temertymedicine.utoronto.ca/inclusive-educational-events-planning-guide) and socialize inclusion considerations with interprofessional health students (including MD, rehabilitation sciences, and graduate students) working and learning in academic, clinical and research environments. By facilitating a live, interactive program with practical examples on using key concepts from the guide, the Office of Inclusion and Diversity and its collaborators aim to promote skills development among participants by enhancing the way they incorporate access, inclusion and belonging in educational event settings in order to enhance event relevance, attendance, participation and feedback.

The program design is a 2-hour virtual live workshop which will provide facilitated information on inclusive event planning concepts including avoiding tokenism, selecting diverse speakers, and cultivating social safety. Participants will partake in activities to enhance and apply their knowledge of these concepts including knowledge/perspective sharing, small group exercises, scenario/vignette unpacking, and land acknowledgement development.

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Education Scholars Program (ESP) 2025-2027 (Year 2 of 2)
Oct. 5, 2026 - Jun. 1, 2027

The overall goal of the Education Scholars Program (ESP) is to enhance participants’ capacity as education scholars. Working collaboratively to solve common challenges encountered in health professions education, participants will tackle the most pressing issues in: curriculum and program development, program evaluation, and education leadership and system change. This will be accomplished through collaborative and highly applied projects, small and large group exercises, guided observations and other practically-oriented tasks that promote application of theoretical concepts to participants’ own education contexts. Additionally, individual coaching sessions scheduled throughout the program will support participants in their growth as education scholars and leaders. The program is deliberately designed to build connection and community within and beyond the program.

The ESP consists of 5 units. Each unit contains the following:
- five 3-day module (9:00 am – 4:00 pm)
- two or three 3-hour sessions (1:00-4:00 pm) approximately one month apart
- one 1:1 coaching session (self-scheduled)

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Credits (up to)
- 129 credit or credits for Royal College Maintenance of Certification - Section 1 (Group Learning Activity – In Person or Online)
- 129 credit or credits for Certificate of Completion Hours
The 6th Annual Canadian Children, Youth and Communities (CCYC) Health In | Equity Conference
October 28-29, 2026

The Canadian Children, Youth and Communities (CCYC) In | Equity Conference is an interdisciplinary conference designed to bring together pediatric health and allied health care professionals to address health care inequities from birth to adolescence using a family-centred approach.

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