May 23
12:00 pm | Toronto/Webinar

The Impact of Demographic Changes on Blood Donation and Transfusion Demand, Implications of a Population Based Longitudinal Study

Special guest speaker Dr. Andreas Greinacher University Hospital Greifswald, Germany Head of the Institute of Immunology and Transfusion Medicine Objectives 1. To understand the association between demographic changes and blood donation numbers To become aware that the baby boom generation who is

Nov 13
12:00 pm | Virtual

CHEER Webinar Series: Integrating the patient perspective in pediatric clinical care through the implementation of Voxe: An electronic patient-reported outcome measure platform with Samantha Anthony and Sarah Pol

CHEER Webinar Series 2025-2026 Integrating the patient perspective in pediatric clinical care through the implementation of Voxe: An electronic patient-reported outcome measure platform with Samantha Anthony and Sarah Pol Date: November 13, 2025 Time: 12:00 - 1:00pm EST Join us for an insightful

Nov 6
11:00 am | Toronto/Virtual

Genomics Programme in England: Real World Validation and Reporting

Presented by Dr. Shane Grimsley Clinical Scientist Blood Group Reference Laboratory at NHS Blood and Transplant Dr. Nicholas Gleadall Assistant Professor in Clinical Genomics of Transfusion and Transplant University of Cambridge Learning Objectives 1. Theory of predicting phenotype from genotype. 2

Nov 18
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic: HLA Testing

Presented by Dr. Akash Gupta MD, FRCPC Department of Laboratory Medicine & Pathobiology Learning objectives TBA Note: The session is a self-approved group learning activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Nov 4
12:00 pm | Toronto/Virtual

Topic: A Social History of Transfusion Medicine

Presented by Dr. Jean Wang MD, PhD, FRCPC Clinician Scientist, Princess Margaret Cancer Centre Learning objectives 1. Discover the challenges of blood group classification prior to WWII. 2. Discover how the postal service supported Canadian blood donor recruitment during WWII. Note: The session is a

Nov 14
9:30 am | Virtual

Blood Matters 2025

Blood Matters 2025 is being offered virtually on Friday, November 14, 2025 from 9:30am to 3:15pm AT. This free, transfusion-focused education day is hosted by the Nova Scotia Provincial Blood Coordinating Team. Learning objectives After participating in this session, attendees will be able to

Oct 16
12:00 pm | Virtual

Qualitative methods and transfusion medicine

The Canadian Transfusion Trials Group (CTTG) is a pioneering national initiative designed to promote collaboration and excellence in Transfusion Medicine research. CTTG, led by co-directors Drs. Donald Arnold and Jeannie Callum, represents a paradigm shift in transfusion medicine research. CTTG

ICTMG knowledge mobilization activities promote appropriate use of albumin

Albumin is the most abundant protein found in human plasma. Intravenous albumin is a therapeutic product used in a variety of clinical settings for both pediatric and adult patients. As with any blood product, its use should be carefully stewarded to optimize patient outcomes, preserve blood bank resources, and minimize potential harms. In 2024, the International Collaboration for Transfusion Medicine Guidelines (ICTMG) – a collaborative of expert volunteers around the globe whose secretariat is hosted by Canadian Blood Services – published a new clinical guideline offering evidence-based
October 9, 2025

Nov 7
8:00 am | Virtual

The McMaster Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) Summit 2025

McMaster University presents the Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP) Summit 2025, a virtual CPD conference designed to enhance participants’ understanding of the underlying mechanisms and evolving treatment approaches for Immune Thrombocytopenia (ITP).The target audience for this event includes

Jun 5
8:00 am | Toronto ON

MLPAO Lab Summit 2026

Get ready for an exciting and informative event in Kingston, Ontario, on June 13 -14, 2025! Join us for a full day built on connection, collaboration, and community. The 2026 Lab Summit will bring lab professionals from across the province together in Toronto to share knowledge, strengthen networks