World Council of Enterostomal Therapists

04/03/2026

Final chance to secure your Congress hotel at discounted rates

Time is running out to secure discounted rates, and availability is becoming very limited—especially at our headquarters hotel, the Pan Pacific Vancouver, which is reserved exclusively for Congress attendees.

If you’re planning to extend your stay, we also recommend the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront, our most budget-friendly option, located just a 7-minute walk from the Convention Centre, with availability from April 22 to May 1.

We strongly encourage you to book as soon as possible before rooms are gone.

View hotel options and reserve your room here: https://www.wcet-nswocc2026.com/hotels-travel

Looking forward to welcoming you to Vancouver!

Proudly hosted by the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® (WCET®) and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®)

04/01/2026

🌍 Donate & Make an Impact at WCET™ 2026 (Vancouver)

Support the Norma N. Gill Foundation® Tombola / Raffle & Artisans Gallery

🎁 Donate: jewelry, travel vouchers, gifts, antiques

🌍 Share: handmade crafts & cultural items

📚 Authors: donate textbooks

📝 Register by April 10, 2026: https://wcetn.org/page/DonationsforTombolaRaffle

Bring items to Congress
🎟 Tickets (onsite): $10 (1) | $20 (3)

✨ Be Part of the Fun in Vancouver! The Norma N. Gill Foundation® (NNGF™) is bringing back its beloved Tombola / Raffle and Artisans Gallery of Handicrafts at the 2026 WCET™ Congress. This joyful tradition blends generosity, culture, and global connection — and we warmly invite members, Inte...

03/30/2026

World Without Skin Tears Day is a Global Event 🌍

Join ISTAP’s World Without Skin Tears Day on April 9, 2026, bringing together clinicians and researchers from across the world.

The event runs 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM Eastern Time. Here’s when it starts in several regions worldwide:

Los Angeles — 5:00 AM
Chicago — 7:00 AM
Toronto — 8:00 AM
São Paulo — 9:00 AM
London — 1:00 PM
Cape Town — 2:00 PM
Paris — 2:00 PM
Istanbul — 3:00 PM
Kuala Lumpur — 8:00 PM
Tokyo — 9:00 PM
Sydney — 10:00 PM

Can’t attend live? Not to worry! All sessions will be recorded and available on demand.

Register for free: https://www.skintears.org/wwstd2026

03/27/2026

With just one month to go, now is the time to secure your spot at the WCET™–NSWOCC Joint Congress 2026 in Vancouver, a premier global event designed to advance your clinical expertise and professional growth.

We are proud to share that this year’s Congress is accredited by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC). By attending, you can earn 20+ contact hours to support your continuing education, professional development, and license renewal requirements.

Backed by the Leaders in Nursing Excellence
About the American Nurses Association (ANA)
The ANA represents more than 5 million registered nurses across the U.S. and has been advancing the nursing profession since 1896. It remains a powerful voice in improving healthcare quality and patient outcomes nationwide.

About ANCC Accreditation
The ANCC Accreditation Program sets the standard for high-quality nursing continuing professional development worldwide, ensuring nurses gain the knowledge and skills needed to deliver exceptional care.

Don’t Miss Out
This is your opportunity to invest in your career, expand your expertise, and be part of a truly impactful global event. https://www.wcet-nswocc2026.com/register

We look forward to welcoming you to Vancouver!

Proudly hosted by the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® (WCET®) and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®)

03/26/2026

Less than ONE month to go! ⏳

Join us at the WCET™–NSWOCC Joint Congress 2026 in Vancouver and take your practice to the next level.

✔️ Earn 20+ ANCC-accredited contact hours
✔️ Learn from global leaders in wound, ostomy & continence care
✔️ Expand your network and clinical expertise

Backed by the American Nurses Association (ANA) and ANCC Accreditation, this is more than a conference—it’s an investment in your future.

Spots are filling fast, don’t miss out! https://lnkd.in/e6xjK4KU

03/17/2026

🎉 Congress events you won’t want to miss!

Join us in Vancouver for two unforgettable evenings during the WCET–NSWOCC® 2026 Congress:

✨ Congress Gala (April 25)

Celebrate excellence in wound, ostomy, and continence care with a formal evening featuring awards, graduation ceremonies, and a three-course dinner.

🎸 Networking Event: Rock (WOC) Around the World (April 26)

Unwind with music, global connections, and fun—plus food stations, themed vibes, and a crowd-favorite lip-sync performance!

These events are your chance to connect, celebrate, and make lasting memories with colleagues from around the world.

🎟️ Tickets are limited—add them during registration!

👉 Register now and learn more:

Proudly hosted by the World Council of Enterostomal Therapists® (WCET®) and Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®)

03/13/2026

✨ Calling All Generous Hearts!

Join the Norma N. Gill Foundation at the WCET™–NSWOCC® 2026 Joint Congress in Vancouver by supporting the Tombola / Raffle & Artisans Gallery!

🎁 Donate a prize – jewelry, travel vouchers, spa sets, small antiques
🌍 Share your culture – handmade jewelry, ornaments, handicrafts, scarves
📚 Authors – donate textbooks for our global community

Register your donation by March 20, 2026: https://wcetn.org/page/DonationsforTombolaRaffle

🎟 Raffle Tickets (onsite only)
CAN$10 (1 ticket) | CAN$20 (3 tickets)

Your generosity helps support the Foundation’s mission while celebrating global connection at Congress. 💙

02/24/2026

We’re excited to share that World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET™) will have a booth at the National Pressure Injury Advisory Panel Annual Conference in St. Louis on February 26–27.

📍 Booth #414

If you’re attending, please be sure to stop by and say hello! We would love the opportunity to connect with our members.

We look forward to seeing you there!

02/20/2026

🚨 Congress Hotel Rooms Selling Quickly!

Our headquarters hotel, the Pan Pacific Vancouver, has more than 130 rooms available exclusively for attendees from April 24–28, 2026.

Additional options include:
• Fairmont Waterfront – $359 CAD/night (across from the Convention Center)
• Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront – $289 CAD/night (7-minute walk)
• Fairmont Hotel Vancouver – $329 CAD/night (15-minute walk)

Discounted rates are available until April 2, 2026, but availability is limited. We encourage you to secure your reservation soon. https://lnkd.in/e7krt8K8

02/20/2026

Join us for this important presentation, 'Indigenous Cultural Safety and Health Equity in Indigenous Communities' at the WCET®–NSWOCC® 2026 Joint Congress.

Presented by Michelle Buffalo, Bev Smith, and Jeremy Caul on Monday, April 27th, this session will explore systemic racism in healthcare, reflect on the legacy of Joyce Echaquan and Joyce’s Principle, and examine our shared responsibility to advance Truth and Reconciliation.

Building on the work of the NSWOCC Indigenous Wound, Ostomy and Continence Health Core Program, speakers will highlight the importance of culturally safe, trauma-informed, and co-designed systems of care.

Attendees will gain deeper awareness of personal bias and meaningful insights to support more equitable, respectful healthcare practices.

ANCC-accredited

Register to be part of this important conversation - https://lnkd.in/e6xjK4KU

02/19/2026

📢 Decision Just In from Scopus!

The World Council of Enterostomal Therapists Journal has officially been approved for Scopus indexing!

“The Scopus Content Selection & Advisory Board (CSAB) has reviewed your application and approved it for coverage.”

After nearly 12 months of evaluation (submitted 25 February 2025), this is a tremendous achievement for our global community.

👏 Special thanks to Publisher Greg Paull, Editor Dr Jenny Prentice, our Editorial Board, authors, and supporters worldwide.

The WCET™ Journal is now indexed in:
• Scopus
• CINAHL
• Embase
• InfoRMIT Health
• EBSCO

Published in five languages (Chinese, English, French, Portuguese & Spanish), the WCET™ Journal continues to grow as a major international platform for your research.

✨ A milestone worth celebrating!

02/19/2026

✨ Calling All Generous Hearts! ✨

Support the WCET™ – Norma N. Gill Foundation® at the WCET™–NSWOCC® 2026 Joint Congress in Vancouver!

- Donate to the Tombola / Raffle
- Contribute cultural or artisan pieces to the Artisans Gallery
- Authors: donate textbooks too!
- Donate/Register your item here:
https://wcetn.org/page/DonationsforTombolaRaffle

📅 Deadline: March 20, 2026

📍 Bring your item on Friday, April 24 to the NNGF® table

Let’s make this Congress meaningful — one gift at a time! 💙