Medical Laboratory Professionals' Association of Ontario

01/05/2026

📣 We strive to be the voice of Medical Laboratory Professionals — our message is being shared and amplified across Canada and beyond.
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Ontario’s medical laboratory association is urging provincial funding to expand student training capacity as staffing shortages continue to delay diagnostic testing and strain the lab workforce.

01/03/2026

Registration is now open for the 2026 Annual Lab Summit! 🧪✨ Join us for insightful sessions, expert speakers, and valuable connections you won’t want to miss. Secure your spot today!

01/02/2026

💜 January is Alzheimer’s Awareness Month 💜The MLPAO stands with those living with Alzheimer’s and their caregivers. Let’s raise awareness, show support, and spread hope across our communities. 🧠✨

01/01/2026

✨ Happy New Year from all of us at MLPAO! Wishing our members a year full of health, happiness, and professional success in 2026. 🧪🎉 Big and exciting things are coming in 2026 —stay tuned!

12/30/2025

MLPAO’s 2025 Year in Review — a look back at the progress, impact, and celebrations that shaped our year.
https://youtu.be/0gSz-u7ZjjU

A look at the people, partnerships, and progress that shaped MLPAO’s work throughout 2025.

12/30/2025

“Healthcare investments are only as strong as the people who make them work. Laboratory professionals are the backbone of modern medicine — every diagnosis, every treatment plan, and every innovation depends on their expertise. Without them, the system cannot function.

The investments made so far have been encouraging, but continued support is essential. Sustained investment in the lab workforce ensures that progress in healthcare translates into real, lasting impact for patients.”

Michelle Hoad
MLPAO CEO

12/29/2025

Don’t leave it to the last minute ⏰ Renew your MLPAO membership by December 31 to ensure your PLI remains active.

12/28/2025

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12/27/2025

2025 took Andrea everywhere learning happens. 🎓
School by school, conversation by conversation—building the future together.
And we’re just getting started. More school visits ahead.
If you'd like us to come visit your school, contact us at mlpao@mlpao.org!

12/26/2025

MLPAO members save big on stays at Great Wolf Lodge! 🎉🐾 Don’t miss out on family fun, waterpark thrills, and exclusive member savings.

12/24/2025

2025 took our CEO, Michelle, everywhere innovation happens. 🔬
Lab by lab, conversation by conversation—building the future together.
And we’re just getting started. See you in more labs in 2026.
If you'd like us to come visit your lab, contact us at mlpao@mlpao.org!

12/23/2025

Happy & safe holidays to everyone! 💙
A heartfelt thank you to all the lab professionals working through the holidays. Your dedication, expertise, and commitment do not go unnoticed — we recognize you, appreciate you, and will continue to put you in the spotlight.