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
Oct 24 8:00 am | Mississauga, Ontario
2025 - Past, Present, and Future of Thrombosis Medicine
CanVECTOR and Thrombosis Canada are pleased to invite you to attend our 2025 joint conferences. The CanVECTOR Annual Conference will be held on Friday, October 24th, 2025 followed by the Thrombosis Canada Education Conference on October 25th, 2025. The programs feature Canadian and international
Nov 13 3:00 pm | Virtual
Day 2: Cold stored platelets and the CHIlled Platelet Study "CHIPS"
Aim of the webinar: Conventional practice has been to store platelets at room temperature, but laboratory evidence and previous experience have demonstrated that storing platelets in the cold might be beneficial to patients with active bleeding. Join this webinar to learn more about the biology of
Oct 26 8:00 am | Perth, Australia
36th Regional Congress of the ISBT
For their 36th Regional Congress, ISBT is partnering with Blood 2025! Our joint congress will be happening in Perth, Western Australia from 26-29 October 2025. This is an exciting new venture for ISBT, delivering everything we expect of an ISBT regional congress, a comprehensive transfusion
Apr 15 8:00 am | Vancouver/Virtual
14th Annual Norman Bethune Symposium
Dr. (Henry) Norman Bethune (1890-1939) was a Canadian physician who in the 1930s spearheaded the implementation of the first practical mobile blood collection and distribution system and promoted universal access to health care. This symposium, held in his honour, is an informative and entertaining
Nov 27 12:00 pm | Virtual
CANCELLED. MLT Case Study Session "Antibody Pageants & Parades"
Presented by Neeru Sahni Registration Registration is required for this event: Webinar Registration - Zoom. To receive registration details for upcoming U of T Transfusion Medicine Rounds directly, join the U of T Transfusion Medicine mailing list via Ontario Regional Blood Coordinating Network
Oct 23 12:00 pm | Virtual
Update on recent RBC transfusion guidelines
Presented by Dr. Monica B Pagano Registration Registration is required for this event: Webinar Registration - Zoom. To receive registration details for upcoming U of T Transfusion Medicine Rounds directly, join the U of T Transfusion Medicine mailing list via Ontario Regional Blood Coordinating
Nov 5 12:00 pm | Virtual
The Code Call
CSTM Virtual Education Days offer short, 2-3 hour, themed education sessions, with an opportunity to directly connect with the experts via a live Q&A. Save the date for this upcoming event! The live event will offer presentations in both English and French. The English presentation and bilingual Q&A
