Canadian Thoracic Society
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Canadian Thoracic Society
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National specialty society. Advancing knowledge and improving outcomes in lung health by providing the best respiratory practices in Canada.
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Registration for the 2026 Canadian Respiratory Conference is officially OPEN! Secure your spot and remember to register by the early-bird deadline of March 3, 2026. REGISTER HERE: cts-sct.ca/crc/registra.... We look forward to seeing you in Calgary! 🎉
January 19, 2026 at 9:05 PM
CRC 2026 registration opens next week! 🎉 Prepare for an amazing experience as CRC travels west to Calgary. We look forward to connecting with members and colleagues from across Canada in April. Get ready for CRC and learn more on our website here: cts-sct.ca/crc/
January 16, 2026 at 5:15 PM
Check out Dr. Erika Penz's latest President's Message in the CJRCSSM. She addresses Canada's significant tobacco settlement, the nation's ties to commercial tobacco, and shares a personal story along with a call to action. Read her message here: cts-sct.ca/wp-content/u...
January 14, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Last call: Nominations for the CTS awards close tomorrow, January 14, 2026. Discover more and submit your nominations here: cts-sct.ca/awards-recog... 🌟🏆
January 13, 2026 at 7:15 PM
Recognize a remarkable colleague! The CTS Awards will be held in Calgary, AB during CRC 2026. Think about nominating someone exceptional - discover more about our awards and submit your nomination here: cts-sct.ca/awards-recog... 🌟
January 9, 2026 at 12:45 PM
Register for our CRHP Webinar happening on February 11: Integrating Point-of-Care Ultrasound into Cardiorespiratory Physiotherapy Practice with Dr. Annie Newman (McMaster University). Save your spot here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
January 8, 2026 at 6:00 PM
Happy Holidays from the Canadian Thoracic Society! Please note the CTS office will be closed December 24 (noon) and will reopen on Monday January 5.
December 23, 2025 at 8:15 PM
Nominate a remarkable colleague for a CTS Award! The deadline for submissions is January 14, 2026. Head to our website to submit your nomination and view previous winners: cts-sct.ca/awards-recog.... Awards will be presented at CRC 2026 in Calgary, AB! 🌟🏆
December 18, 2025 at 8:22 PM
Happening tomorrow, December 10, 6:00-7:30 pm ET! Joins us for Respiratory Reflections - a free webinar designed to let experts summarize hot topics and significant research findings from 2025. Register here: lnkd.in/eCW_Y5SX
December 9, 2025 at 3:35 PM
Join us for the second edition of Respiratory Reflections, a free webinar designed to let experts summarize hot topics and significant research findings from 2025. Happening December 10, 6-7:30 pm ET. Register today: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
December 3, 2025 at 2:25 PM
CTS Statement: Bill 2 in Quebec: Impact on access to respiratory health care. Read here: cts-sct.ca/wp-content/u...
December 2, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Déclaration de la SCT : La loi 2 au Québec : impact sur l’accès aux soins de santé respiratoire. En savoir plus : cts-sct.ca/wp-content/u...
December 2, 2025 at 5:45 PM
Nominate an outstanding colleague! Consider submitting a nomination for CTS' Dedicated Service Award, which will be presented at CRC 2026 in Calgary, AB. Submit your nomination here by January 14th: cts-sct.ca/wp-content/u...
November 28, 2025 at 2:20 PM
Become a member of Canada's premier inter-disciplinary specialty society for respirology! Enjoy discounted rates for the CRC, gain access to the latest evidence-based practice guidelines, educational materials, and fantastic networking opportunities! Learn more here: cts-sct.ca/membership/b...
November 26, 2025 at 6:35 PM
Stay updated with the latest issue of CJRCCSM, which includes six new articles. Members can access their complimentary copy of the Journal via the CTS Member Portal here: membership.cts-sct.ca/ #CJRCCSM 📖
November 21, 2025 at 8:00 PM
PRESS RELEASE: On November 19, the CTS will join the global community to observe World COPD Day, highlighting this year’s GOLD theme: "Short of Breath, Think COPD." Check out our statement from the CTS COPD Assembly here: cts-sct.ca/wp-content/u... #WorldCOPDDay #COPD
November 19, 2025 at 1:55 PM
November is #PHAwareness Month. Find resources on Pulmonary Hypertension here: www.phacanada.ca/ #HeartUnderPressure
November 18, 2025 at 3:00 PM
November 12th marks #WorldPneumoniaDay, a day dedicated to raising awareness about this life-threatening disease and promoting global action for its prevention. Learn more here: stoppneumonia.org/latest/world...
November 12, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Respiratory healthcare professionals are essential in advocating for lung health, preventing respiratory diseases, and assisting patients with their breathing. This month, let’s spread awareness, exchange best practices, and promote lung health—because every breath counts. #LungMonth
November 3, 2025 at 10:25 PM
Join us for a webinar hosted by the CRHP Assembly: "Cool Air, Clear Relief: Exploring the Mechanisms and Utility of Fan-to-Face Therapy for Management of Exertional Breathlessness in Chronic Lung Disease" featuring Dr. Rachelle Aucoin. Discover more and sign up here: us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...
October 30, 2025 at 5:40 PM
Dr. Sharon Dell from the University of British Columbia presented the 2025 CTS Honorary Lecture “Progress in Non-CF Bronchiectasis That Is Hard to Beat!” at the CHEST Annual Meeting in Chicago, IL. Congratulations on this well-deserved honor! 🎉👏 #CTSHonoraryLecture #Bronchiectasis
October 29, 2025 at 1:55 PM
Don't miss the Special Issue of the Canadian Journal of Respiratory, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine, celebrating the significant contributions of James C. Hogg to Respiratory Medicine. CTS members can access it via the CTS Member Portal: www.tandfonline.com/journals/uct.... 🫁📚
October 28, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Get ready for groundbreaking advancements at #CRC2026 in Calgary, AB! Our 2026 Scientific Planning Committee is crafting an exciting and dynamic program for respiratory healthcare professionals. Save the date for April 16-18, 2026 – you won’t want to miss it! Registration opens in January.
October 23, 2025 at 4:05 PM
This week marks #RespiratoryTherapistWeek! 🎉 Let's take a moment to appreciate our hardworking RTs who deliver vital healthcare in hospitals, clinics, and at home. Thank you, RTs, for your unwavering support to patients! 💙 #RespiratoryTherapistWeek
October 21, 2025 at 12:35 PM
Join us today for the CTS Program at #CHEST2025! It will be held at McCormick Place Lakeside Center - Room L353. Don't miss Dr. Sharon Dell's 2025 Honorary Lecture on Progress in Non-CF Bronchiectasis at 9:15 AM!
October 20, 2025 at 11:15 AM