Events and Conferences
Below you will find information about upcoming events and conferences that bring together the country's leading inflammatory bowel disease (IBD) researchers and healthcare professionals.
Meeting of the Minds
The 13th annual Meeting of the Minds conference returns, bringing another exceptional and unique two days of continuing health education in IBD to Canadian gastroenterologists, allied healthcare professionals, and researchers.
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Mentoring in IBD
The annual Mentoring in IBD curriculum has become increasingly popular among Canadian specialists. One reason for this steadily increasing popularity is the consistent, practical and clinically relevant objectives governing the development of each component:
- Increase awareness of new developments and best practices in IBD management
- Promote collaboration among Canadian gastroenterologists
- Optimize treatment of inflammatory bowel disease.
During the 26 years since the first symposium, Mentoring in IBD has evolved into an innovative and successful annual educational program for Canadian gastroenterologists. Each new initiative has provided gastroenterologists with a fresh opportunity to update their knowledge, share their experience with colleagues and expand their clinical expertise.
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Canada Future Directions in IBD
Canada Future Directions in IBD is the premiere conference hosted by Crohn’s and Colitis Canada for healthcare professionals and researchers focused on inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). This annual event brings together experts dedicated to advancing care and scientific understanding for patients living with Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.
A core objective of the Canada Future Directions in IBD conference is to showcase the latest breakthroughs in IBD research and promote evidence-based practices in patient care. Aligned with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada’s Promise Statement, the conference reinforces our commitment to driving research toward cures for Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis, while also improving the quality of life for those currently affected.
Now in its 12th year, the Canada Future Directions in IBD symposium plays a critical role in translating research into clinical practice. By connecting scientific discovery with frontline healthcare, the event ensures that innovations in IBD treatment reach clinicians quickly. It also highlights the real-world impact of research supported by Crohn’s and Colitis Canada—advancing our mission and strengthening our national research community.
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2025 CANIBD Conference
The Canadian IBD Nurses (CANIBD) 2025 annual conference will be held in collaboration with Crohn’s and Colitis Canada (CCC). The conference will take place on Saturday, November 15th.
Saturday, November 15, 2025 - 8:30 am to 3:30 pm EST
The CANIBD 2025 Conference offers a full day of expert-led education tailored for Canadian nurses specializing in inflammatory bowel disease (IBD). The program explores a wide range of clinical and practice-based topics, beginning with an overview of the evolution and epidemiology of IBD presented by keynote speaker Dr. Eric Benchimol. Sessions will address key areas in IBD nursing, including transitional care from pediatrics to adulthood, the implementation of clinical care pathways, and the latest CANIBD program updates. Afternoon presentations will focus on vaccination strategies across the lifespan, precision medicine in IBD management, and the diagnosis and treatment of iron deficiency anemia—a common complication in IBD patients. With expert discussion panels following each session, this program emphasizes real-world application, knowledge sharing, and professional development for nurses dedicated to improving patient outcomes in IBD care.
NEW THIS YEAR! CANIBD School. Read more about the CANIBD School.
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