October 18-20, 2026 in Toronto, ON
Presented by In-Common Laboratories (ICL)
Planning is underway for the CDEF 2026, the national forum that brings together hospital executives and laboratory leaders to discuss the evolving state of laboratory medicine in Canada.
We’re now building the 2026 program and invite you to submit a Presentation Abstract highlighting innovations, transformation initiatives, operational improvements, or lessons learned that could benefit laboratories and health systems across Canada.
We are also seeking speakers for our Cross Country Check-Up sessions. These short provincial updates highlight new initiatives, emerging challenges, and interesting ideas we can learn from one another.
If you or your team have insights to share, we would love to hear from you! All Presentation Abstract and Cross Country Check-Up submissions are due April 15, 2026. Presenters will be notified mid-May.
The CDEF is presented by ICL, proudly Canadian and intentionally not-for-profit. Our mission is enhancing access to laboratory services that improve health care and support the public health care system through innovation and collaboration. This forum is a chance for all of us to connect and be part of shaping what’s next.
