Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology

Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology/Association canadienne des infirmières en oncologie

Registration for the   Annual Conference is now open, and   members receive over $300 in Early Bird savings. If you have...
02/20/2026

Registration for the Annual Conference is now open, and members receive over $300 in Early Bird savings. If you haven’t joined or renewed your membership yet, now is the perfect time to do so and take advantage of exclusive member rates and benefits.

This October 22–25, 2026, join oncology nursing professionals from across Canada in beautiful Montréal, Québec — a vibrant city known for its rich culture, world-class cuisine, and unforgettable charm. From inspiring keynote speakers and cutting-edge educational sessions to meaningful networking opportunities, CANO/ACIO 2026 will be an experience you won’t want to miss.

Secure your savings, invest in your professional growth, and be part of Canada’s premier oncology nursing conference.

Join or Renew Your Membership today: https://www.cano-acio.ca/page/joinrenew

Register Early and Save: https://www.cano-acio.ca/event/canoacio2026

We look forward to welcoming you to Montréal!

Considering serving on the CANO/ACIO Board of Directors? Join our upcoming Live Virtual Q&A to learn more.Hear directly ...
02/18/2026

Considering serving on the CANO/ACIO Board of Directors? Join our upcoming Live Virtual Q&A to learn more.

Hear directly from CANO/ACIO Board leadership about their experiences, the responsibilities of each role, and what it means to contribute at the national level. Whether you're ready to submit a nomination or simply exploring the opportunity, we encourage you to attend.

Participating Board leadership:
Catriona Buick, President
Jaime Laliberte, Executive Director
Charissa Cordon, Vice President
Jodi Hyman, Director-at-Large, External Relations
Stephanie Lelond, Director-at-Large, Advocacy & Policy
Gayatre Maharaj, Director-at-Large, Membership

Date: Wednesday, February 25, 2026
Time: 4:00 PM Eastern
Format: Live virtual session (Zoom)

Learn more and register: https://ow.ly/ynG950Yhm35

CANO/ACIO is now accepting nominations for our Board of Directors.This is your opportunity to help shape the future of o...
02/17/2026

CANO/ACIO is now accepting nominations for our Board of Directors.

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of oncology nursing in Canada. Serving on the Board is a meaningful way to contribute your expertise, strengthen our national community, and advance excellence in clinical practice, education, research, leadership, and advocacy.

We encourage you to consider nominating yourself or recognizing a colleague whose leadership and dedication inspire others.

Open roles include:
• Vice President
• Director-at-Large, External Relations
• Director-at-Large, Advocacy & Policy
• Director-at-Large, Membership

Deadline: February 27, 2026, at 11:59 PM EST

Your voice and leadership can make a lasting impact on our profession.

Learn more and submit your nomination today: https://www.cano-acio.ca/page/election_information

🌍 Every year on February 15, International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) brings the global community together to raise awa...
02/15/2026

🌍 Every year on February 15, International Childhood Cancer Day (ICCD) brings the global community together to raise awareness of childhood cancer and stand in solidarity with children, adolescents, survivors, and families affected by cancer.

This year’s theme is “Demonstrating Impact: From Challenge to Change.” It highlights how collective action is turning shared challenges into meaningful progress—while reminding us there is still work to do.

Oncology nurses play a critical role in advancing equitable, compassionate, and evidence-informed paediatric cancer care. We’re proud to support this work through our Paediatric Oncology Special Interest Group and paediatric-focused educational webinars, creating space to connect, learn, and strengthen care for young patients and their families.

Together, let’s continue to advocate, collaborate, and drive change—so every child with cancer has the opportunity to thrive.

💛 Learn more and get involved: https://www.cano-acio.ca/page/ped



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🌍 Chaque année, le 15 février, la Journée internationale du cancer de l’enfant (JICC) rassemble la communauté mondiale afin de sensibiliser au cancer chez l’enfant et de témoigner solidarité envers les enfants, les adolescent·e·s, les survivant·e·s et les familles touché·e·s par le cancer.

Le thème de cette année est "Démontrer l’impact : du défi au changement". Il met en lumière la façon dont l’action collective transforme des défis communs en progrès concrets — tout en nous rappelant qu’il reste encore du travail à accomplir.

Les infirmières et infirmiers en oncologie jouent un rôle essentiel dans l’avancement de soins oncologiques pédiatriques équitables, empreints de compassion et fondés sur des données probantes. est fier d’offrir un Groupe d’intérêt spécial en oncologie pédiatrique ainsi que des webinaires éducatifs axés sur l’oncologie pédiatrique, créant des espaces pour échanger, apprendre et renforcer les soins offerts aux jeunes patient·e·s et à leurs familles.

Ensemble, poursuivons nos efforts de plaidoyer, de collaboration et de mobilisation afin de susciter des changements — pour que chaque enfant atteint de cancer ait la possibilité de s’épanouir.

💛 Pour en savoir plus et vous engager : https://www.cano-acio.ca/page/ped

Call for Committee Members: Recognition of Excellence (ROE) Committee  is seeking two (2) members to join our Recognitio...
02/10/2026

Call for Committee Members: Recognition of Excellence (ROE) Committee

is seeking two (2) members to join our Recognition of Excellence (ROE) Committee and help celebrate outstanding oncology nurses across Canada.

The ROE Committee plays a key role in reviewing award and lectureship nominations and supporting the Recognition of Excellence Awards presented at the Annual Conference.

What’s involved?
• Reviewing award and lectureship submissions using established criteria
• Participating in virtual meetings and email discussions
• Contributing to the Awards Ceremony at the Annual Conference

Time commitment:
• One virtual meeting per month (approx. 1 hour)
• Spring/Summer: up to 8 hours of offline application review (no additional meetings)

Who should apply?
• Current CANO/ACIO members
• Nurses with experience in clinical practice, education, research, or administration
• Members from all regions of Canada are encouraged to apply
• Anyone passionate about recognizing excellence in oncology nursing

Appointments are for a two-year term (renewable) and meetings are held virtually.

📩 Interested?
Please submit an expression of interest outlining your background and experience to info@cano-acio.ca
by Friday, February 13.

🇫🇷 Webinaire en français | Invitation de l’AQIO – Programme MANAGE🗓 11 février 2026⏰ 12 h à 13 h (HE)🎓 Conférencier : Dr...
02/09/2026

🇫🇷 Webinaire en français | Invitation de l’AQIO – Programme MANAGE

🗓 11 février 2026
⏰ 12 h à 13 h (HE)
🎓 Conférencier : Dr Joël Claveau, M.D., FRCPC, FABD
📍 En ligne | Inscription requise

L’AQIO a le plaisir de vous inviter à un webinaire de formation portant sur la prise en charge des événements indésirables associés aux inhibiteurs du récepteur de l’EGF chez les patients atteints d’un cancer colorectal métastatique (cétuximab, panitumumab).

Destiné aux pharmaciens en oncologie, infirmières, oncologues et autres professionnels de la santé, ce programme met l’accent sur des stratégies proactives et réactives afin d’optimiser l’efficacité du traitement et le soutien aux patients.

Objectifs d’apprentissage :
• Comprendre les objectifs de la thérapie aux inhibiteurs du récepteur de l’EGF
• Reconnaître les effets indésirables les plus fréquents
• Appliquer des stratégies de prise en charge préventives et réactives
• Accéder à des ressources et outils destinés aux patients
• Certificat de participation remis (crédits de formation)

👉 Inscription en un clic : Programme MANAGE en collaboration avec l’AQIO – Remplir le formulaire - https://ow.ly/e6Nw50YbSLo

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Upcoming Educational Webinar | Living With Loss: What Nurses Can Learn From Young Widows📅 Wednesday, February 25, 2026⏰ ...
02/06/2026

Upcoming Educational Webinar | Living With Loss: What Nurses Can Learn From Young Widows

📅 Wednesday, February 25, 2026
⏰ 9:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM ET

Join us for a thoughtful and impactful educational webinar exploring grief through the lens of oncology nursing and lived experience. This session examines how grief unfolds during a cancer diagnosis and continues long after the death of a loved one—and how greater awareness can meaningfully inform and strengthen nursing practice.

By the end of this session, participants will be able to:

1. Identify grief in the context of a cancer diagnosis and following death
2. Recognize how grief can manifest in the lives of young widows years after the loss of a spouse or partner
3. Describe how understanding grief can influence oncology nursing practice

Presenter:
Kathryn Kazoleas, RN, MN, brings clinical experience in homecare nursing and a deep focus on grief, shaped by her Master’s research on young widows and years of facilitating community grief-support groups.

Register now to take part in this important conversation and gain insights that support compassionate, informed oncology nursing care.

👉 Register now: https://www.cano-acio.ca/page/upcoming_webinars

  is proud to recognize World Cancer Day. Behind every cancer diagnosis is a unique human story — stories of resilience,...
02/04/2026

is proud to recognize World Cancer Day.

Behind every cancer diagnosis is a unique human story — stories of resilience, grief, hope, and healing.

People-centred care means seeing the whole person and meeting their unique needs with compassion and empathy.

  During the month of February, we acknowledge the legacy of Black Canadian leaders and their contribution to shaping ou...
02/02/2026



During the month of February, we acknowledge the legacy of Black Canadian leaders and their contribution to shaping our country’s past, present and future. This year celebrates 30 Years of Black History Month, with the theme “Honouring Black Brilliance Across Generations — From Nation Builders to Tomorrow’s Visionaries.”

As an organization, and within practice across the country, we recognize the health disparities that exist for Black communities and reaffirm our commitment to equity, diversity and inclusivity by embedding EDI principles in our educational offerings, processes and resources. It is important to understand the far-reaching impacts of historical injustices and systemic barriers on Black communities, which can contribute to poorer outcomes specifically for cancer diagnoses. As oncology nurses, we acknowledge our shared responsibility to address anti-Black racism and discrimination by fostering culturally safe care, listening to the voices of Black patients and nurses, and advocating for their needs within the health care system.

We encourage members to visit https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/campaigns/black-history-month.html to learn more about significant events in Black history in Canada, as well as https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/combatting-racism-discrimination/canada-anti-racism-strategy.html to learn about Changing Systems, Transforming Lives: Canada's Anti-Racism Strategy 2024-2028. You can also learn more about Canada’s Action Plan on Combatting Hate at https://www.canada.ca/en/canadian-heritage/services/combatting-hate/action-plan.html.
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Mois de l’histoire des Noirs 2026

Durant le mois de février, nous reconnaissons l’héritage des leaders noirs du Canada et leur contribution à la construction du passé, du présent et de l’avenir de notre pays. Cette année marque les **30 ans du Mois de l’histoire des Noirs**, sous le thème : **« Honorer l’excellence noire à travers les générations — des bâtisseurs de la nation aux visionnaires de demain »**.

En tant qu’organisation, et au sein de la pratique infirmière en oncologie partout au pays, nous reconnaissons les iniquités en santé qui touchent les communautés noires et réaffirmons notre engagement envers l’équité, la diversité et l’inclusion en intégrant les principes d’EDI dans nos offres éducatives, nos processus et nos ressources. Il est essentiel de comprendre les répercussions profondes des injustices historiques et des obstacles systémiques sur les communautés noires, lesquelles peuvent contribuer à des issues moins favorables, notamment en matière de diagnostics de cancer. À titre d’infirmières et d’infirmiers en oncologie, nous reconnaissons notre responsabilité collective de lutter contre le racisme et la discrimination anti-Noirs en favorisant des soins culturellement sécuritaires, en écoutant les voix des patientes et patients noirs et en défendant leurs besoins au sein du système de santé.

🌟 Lectureship Award Submissions Now OpenCANO/ACIO is now accepting applications for the Helene Hudson Lectureship and th...
01/30/2026

🌟 Lectureship Award Submissions Now Open

CANO/ACIO is now accepting applications for the Helene Hudson Lectureship and the Merck Clinical Lectureship.

CANO/ACIO members are invited to apply or self-nominate for either lectureship.

🗓️ Application deadline: March 15, 2025

👉 Learn more and apply now: https://www.cano-acio.ca/page/Lectureships

Please note: submission of an abstract through the online abstract submission portal is also required.

🎉 2026 Abstract Submissions Are Now Open!The online abstract submission portal is now open for the 2026   Annual Confere...
01/29/2026

🎉 2026 Abstract Submissions Are Now Open!

The online abstract submission portal is now open for the 2026 Annual Conference, taking place in Montréal, Québec | October 22–25, 2026.

We invite oncology nurses and researchers to submit abstracts for:
• Oral presentations
• Poster presentations
• Workshops

🗓️ Submission deadline: March 15, 2026 (11:59 PM ET)

👉 Submit your abstract:
https://www.cano-acio.ca/page/2026abstracts

Upcoming Educational Webinar — Free for   &   MembersCANO/ACIO, in collaboration with the Canadian Cellular Therapy Tran...
01/28/2026

Upcoming Educational Webinar — Free for & Members

CANO/ACIO, in collaboration with the Canadian Cellular Therapy Transplant Consortium (CTTC), invites members to join an important educational webinar focused on advancing cellular therapy nursing practice in Canada.

The Development and Application of Canadian Cellular Therapy Nurse Standards

Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM PT / 12:00 PM ET
Presenters:
Cheryl Page • Laurie Ann Holmes • Rebecca St. Jean

This timely session will explore the development of the Canadian Cellular Therapy Nurse Standards, why these standards are needed, and how they can be applied in practice alongside companion documents. CANO members working in oncology, hematology, and cellular therapy settings are encouraged to attend.

Learning Outcomes
By the end of this webinar, participants will be able to:

1. Review the need for Canadian cellular therapy nurse standards
2. Describe the development process of the standards
3. Discuss the aims and practical applications of the standards and companion documents

Presenter Highlights
Cheryl Page is an Education Clinician at Hamilton Health Sciences, supporting adult inpatient hematology, oncology day services, and cellular therapy programs, and holds multiple national nursing certifications.

Laurie Ann Holmes is a Nurse Educator at The Ottawa Hospital with extensive oncology experience and long-standing involvement with CANO at both the local and national levels.

Rebecca St. Jean is a Nurse Educator at Vancouver General Hospital, supporting education and practice in complex oncology and cellular therapy settings.

Registration Information
This webinar is free for CANO/ACIO and CTTC members.
🔗 Register here:
https://www.cano-acio.ca/event/CANOCTTC2026_Webinar

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