Simulation events, conferences, webinars and courses in Canada and beyond.
Jan
26
January 26 – March 20
Keystones Apex in Simulation-Based Education
Complete all coursework for a Keystones of Simulation Certification in one course! The Keystones Apex program is our flagship course, covering all essential topics and skills for simulation-based education. An intensive and immersive learning program, Keystones Apex covers planning, developing, facilitating and debriefing simulation-based learning in healthcare. The Keystones of Healthcare Simulation is a certificate program designed for educators […]
Mar
4
March 4 – March 11
Workshop: Embedding Virtual Simulations in an Educational Program
Educators have rapidly adopted virtual simulation – including screen-based simulations, virtual gaming simulations, and extended reality – in recent years. There is now a growing body of research on ways to effectively embed virtual experiences into an educational program to optimize learning. This workshop is the only one of its kind, created specifically for educators […]
Mar
26
March 26 – March 28
HTIC 2026 International Conference (Morocco)
Healthcare Training & Innovation Conference 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝗰𝗵, 𝟮𝟲 𝘁𝗼 𝟮𝟴𝘁𝗵, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 – 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝗻𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻𝗮𝗹 𝗨𝗻𝗶𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘀𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗥𝗮𝗯𝗮𝘁 From the legendary shores of Salé, once home to the fearless corsairs who ruled the seas with courage and ingenuity, emerges today a new spirit of boldness and innovation. Just as they opened new horizons, we gather to chart the future of healthcare through simulation, medical education […]
May
4
May 4 – May 7
IPSSW 2026
International Pediatric Simulation Society World Discounts for Simulation Canada members through our affiliation with IPSS! Contact us for a discount code. 4-7 May 2026 • Rome, Italy Details and registration via https://ipss.org/event-6324652
May
12
May 12 – May 28
WCCHSE Virtual Conference 2026
May 12, 20 & 28, 2026 • Online May 12: Resiliency in HealthcareMay 20: Tools and Ingredients for Learning SuccessMay 28: Stitching Education and Practice together The WCCHSE Executive is thrilled to announce we are hosting Resilient Health Sciences: Educating for Tomorrow’s Demands, a virtual multi-session conference taking place throughout May. This event will bring […]
Jun
17
June 17 – June 19
SESAM Conference 2026
17-19 June 2026 • Lyon, France Join us in France’s gastronomic capital as we bring together simulation professionals from across Europe and beyond to share expertise, innovation, and best practices. Lyon promises to be another outstanding venue for connecting our diverse simulation community. Watch this space for more details about the scientific programme, networking events, […]
Aug
5
August 5 – August 7
Serious Play 2026
5-7 August 2026 • Duke University, North Carolina Call for presentation open until March 31! Why Serious Play? Explore how the power of play, games and gamification are transforming education, training, and knowledge mobilization. Experience interactive sessions, compelling speakers, and cutting-edge research. This is where learning and innovation come to play. https://seriousplayconf.com/homepage/
Nov
9
November 9 – November 10
SIM Expo
9-10 Nov 2026 • Halifax, NS The SIM Expo is Canada’s premier gathering of simulation enthusiasts. It is a true multidisciplinary conference, which hosts everyone from the simulation community—from a variety of professions—including clinicians, researchers, and educators. It is a unique, annual opportunity for great minds in healthcare simulation to unite, collaborate on current issues […]
Nov
25
November 25 – November 27
ASPiH 2026
25-27 Nov 2026 • Harrogate, UK We are delighted to announce that ASPiH Conference 2026 has launched – with abstract submission now open! This year’s conference explores the theme Simulation: The Next Era – examining how simulation is evolving as a driver of education, system learning and healthcare transformation. As complexity increases across health and […]