With this community “feedback - contributed to this fulfillment of bringing broader IPAC education to a diverse IPAC membership.”

Thank you, @Francine

Happy #EarthDay, everyone!

#IPAC professionals know that climate change and infectious diseases are intimately related. Learn how you can take action and get involved with local events: https://www.earthday.org/earth-day-2026/

With this community “IPAC Canada has given me many opportunities.”

Read Erica's full story: ipac-canada.org/membership/value-creatio...

With this community “ new ideas were shared on a constant basis as new information and research came to light. I knew I had experts a phone call away through this membership.”

Thanks, @Jim, for sharing your story! Read in full: ipac-canada.org/membership/value-creatio...

With this community “it is the perfect opportunity to stop and reflect on how much we have gained from having this association to advocate, educate and support us in our profession”.

Read Margaret's full story: ipac-canada.org/membership/value-creatio...

March 24th is #WorldTBDay, and this year's theme is "Yes! We can end TB!"

Did you know that in 2023 10.7 million people were newly affected, and 1.2 million died of TB? Ending TB is not just aspirational- it is achievable. Learn more: https://www.who.int/campaigns/world-tb-day/2026

Today is #WorldWaterDay - this year's theme is "Water and Gender".

We all know the importance of access to clean/potable water. Where people lack safe drinking water and sanitation, inequalities flourish, with women bearing the brunt.

Learn more: https://www.unwater.org/our-work/world-water-day

My connections “helped me towards CIC exam preparation, passing it on the first attempt”

Thank you, Terry, for sharing your story with us! See the full details: ipac-canada.org/membership/value-creatio...

My connections “have broadened my perspective and inspired strategies and challenged my assumptions that improve both local and national practices.”

Read Natalie's full story: ipac-canada.org/membership/value-creatio...

Thank you for pointing this out!

Calling all #IPAC novices and experts alike! Join the IPAC Canada Mentorship program and benefit from 1-on-1 guidance, networking, and the chance to develop your leadership skills!

Read mentor/mentee testimonials here: ipac-canada.org/inside-ipac-canada/join-...

My connections “allowed me to further engage with experts and peers, fostering an environment of continual learning and collaboration.”

Read @Vivian La full story: ipac-canada.org/membership/value-creatio...

My connections “established great connections to fellow IP&Cs and if I had an issue that I needed help with I knew someone was only a phone call away”

Thank you, Mary, for all your contributions to the field!

ipac-canada.org/membership/value-creatio...

#Connections

My connections “opened my eyes to new priorities and emerging challenges” making me a champion to promote IPAC best practices for my team.

June Anonson, IPAC Canada and the field as a whole are lucky to have you!

#Connections

Our connections through IPAC Canada build a safe and supportive community for all members to grow as champions.

Keep your eyes peeled - let us share our journeys to success starting with connections!

Applications for the IPAC Canada 2026 Online Essentials in Infection Prevention and Control Accelerated Course are now being accepted!

The Accelerated Program runs March 30 - August 2026 and the application deadline is March 15, 2026.

For more information: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

IPAC Canada and the Infection Prevention Society (U.K.) are pleased to announce a webinar for their members:

A Conversation on Compassion: Shaping the future of person-centered IPC

Weds Jan 28, 2026 at 1100 EST.

1 IPU will be provided & preregistration required: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

EXCITING #IPAC2026 NEWS - ABSTRACTS NOW BEING ACCEPTED!

Oral and Poster abstract submissions for our #IPAC2026 Hybrid Conference in Toronto are now being accepted: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

Deadline for submissions is 23:59 hours EST, February 2, 2026.

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Happy New Year’s Eve, all!

Here is to a 2026 full of respiratory etiquette, hand hygiene, and investment in surveillance and prevention measures! And cheers to our Golden 50th year!

#IPAC #2026

Exciting news: Registration Now Open for the 2026 IPAC Canada Hybrid Long Term Care in IPAC Course!

For more information: ipac-canada.org/education-in... .

Deadline for registration is December 15, 2025, or until the course reaches capacity.

Posting on behalf of the NCCMT:

The National Collaborating Centre for Methods and Tools’ workshops help prepare you to meet the demands of today’s public health challenges. Click here to learn more and register: ww.nccmt.ca/workshops-we...

ONLY A FEW SEATS LEFT for the Fall 2025 Hybrid IPAC Canada Long Term Care in IPAC course!

Learn more: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

Registration Deadline is fast approaching for the Fall 2025 Hybrid IPAC Canada Long Term Care in IPAC course!

Deadline for registration is August 15, 2025 or until the course capacity is reached.

Learn more: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

The IPAC Canada LTC IPAC Training Program Brochure is now live!

This hybrid course runs Sept-Oct 2025, and concludes with an in-person component Oct 25-26 in Toronto.

Register by Aug 15, 2025, or until the course reaches capacity.

Access the brochure and register: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

Don’t miss out on this incredible education day jointly co-hosted by our IPAC Northern and Southern Alberta chapters, featuring @caulfieldtim.bsky.social!

Virtual ($25) and In-person ($50) attendance options available. Open to members and non-members.

Register: forms.office.com/r/gN2MShjDSN...

REGISTRATION NOW OPEN FOR THE FALL LTC 2025 COURSE!

The IPAC Canada Hybrid Long Term Care in IPAC course offers intensive training, focusing on Long Term Care (LTC). Learn more: ipac-canada.org/education-in...

Deadline for registration is August 15, 2025 or until the course capacity is reached.

And just like that, Closing Ceremonies is here!

We cannot say thank you enough - to the Scientific Program Committee, IPAC Canada Board, IPAC Manitoba for hosting, our industry partners and sponsors, the Buksa team, our presenters and experts, and of course our attendees!

#IPAC2025

"What the flock?"

Many thanks to Dr. Kathryn Suh for your informative (and pun-filled) Hot Topics session on the current status of Avian Influenza activity and summary of human and mammalian cases!

#IPAC2025

Good morning, #IPAC2025 goers!

We cannot believe it is already our third and final day of programming - we hope you have enjoyed your time and continue your learning and networking!

We want to extend our most sincere gratitude to everyone who's time & efforts helped make this conference possible 👏

The importance and power of persuasive communication is not lost on any IPAC professional.

Thank you to Ryan Mullens and Jeremiah Bell for sharing your wisdom and strategies with us!

#IPAC2025