Calendar

Simulation events, conferences, webinars and courses in Canada and beyond.

Apr

24

April 24 – April 24

Free! GNSH Virtual Spring Event

The Global Network for Simulation in Healthcare virtual event is The Simulation Effect: Igniting Learning Health Systems. It brings healthcare thought-leaders to the simulation community. Free online event, Friday April 24, 10:00-13:00 Eastern. Keynote: Dr. Doug Easterling, Wake Forest University School of Medicine:Learning Health Systems: A Contemporary Review of the Research Fireside Chat: Dr. Peter […]

Apr

27

April 27 – June 29

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 […]

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 […]

May

21

May 21 – May 22

CAAHP 2026: The Power of Partnerships

21-22 May 2026 • Calgary, AB Each year, the Canadian Association of Allied Health Programs hosts the National Education Conference, welcoming allied health professionals and educators across the country. This annual event serves as a meeting ground for key leaders interested in exchanging perspectives. With a curated lineup of dynamic speakers and engaging sessions, the […]

Jun

12

June 12 – June 12

Ottawa SIMposium 2026

3rd Annual Ottawa SIMposium  “Bridging Gaps Through Representation: Inclusive Simulation for Equitable Care” June 12, 2026 – In-Person from 9:00 a.m. – 4:15 p.m. EST University of Ottawa Skills and Simulation Centre | 725 Parkdale Ave, Ottawa, ON Building on the success of last two year’s events, the University of Ottawa, Skills and Simulation Centre, […]

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/

Oct

6

October 6 – October 7

Alberta SIMposium 2026

October 6–7, 2026 | Arthur J. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, Calgary, AB eSIM Provincial Simulation Program invites you to the 5th Annual Alberta SIMposium in Calgary on October 6-7, 2026, at the Arthur J. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre, bringing together educators, researchers, frontline healthcare professionals, leaders, and students to explore and showcase innovative techniques, applications, […]

Nov

9

November 9 – November 10

SIM Expo

November 9 & 10, 2026 • Halifax, Nova Scotia 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 […]

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 […]
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