CANN- 56th Annual Scientific Sessions and General Meeting

"Bridging knowledge in the bridge city" is a conference that aims to bring together leading experts, researchers, and practitioners in the field of neuroscience nursing to share knowledge, discuss innovations, and explore the latest in advancements in patient care.

Reservation Link:

Book your group rate for CANN Conference May2025

Sheraton Cavalier is offering a special group rate for 189 CAD per night

You will find the information for your online reservation link below. If you have questions or need help with the link, please do not hesitate to ask. 

Parking is available for 20CAD per day, per vehicle.  Be sure to register your plates at the Front Desk upon Arrival. Please ensure proper stay dates are selected to view available room types.  Should results return with no availability, please advise your group contact or the hotel directly and reference group minicode ANN.

Maximum number of rooms permitted to book through Reslink is three (3). To book more than three (3) rooms at one time, please contact the hotel directly by emailing reservations@sheratonsaskatoon.com or make multiple entries of groups of three.

LAST DAY TO BOOK: Monday, April 21, 2025

Conference Highlights:

• Innovations in Neurosurgical treatment of Epilepsy and Skull based surgeries 
• Assessment and Diagnosing Dementia in patients in custody 
• Multi-disciplinary Endocarditis Clinical Pathway (MENDO)
• Paralympian Swimmer - Nikita Ens, RN
• Kahoot
• Death Café
• Escape Room

and much much more!!

* Abstract Acceptance = $50.00 discount for presenting authors

* Consider joining CANN and saving on your registration https://cann.ca/register/#join

* One accepted and presented abstract will receive the Abstract Award https://cann.ca/awards/

* Consider applying for the CANN travel bursary https://cann.ca/awards/  

Topics to consider:

• Neurological Disorders
• Neurocritical Care
• Pain Management
• Neurorehabilitation
• Neuroscience Nursing Education
• Mental Health in Neurological Patients
• Neuroscience Research
• Advanced Practice in Neuroscience Nursing
• Ethical and Legal Issues
• Leadership and Professional Development

Submission Guidelines:

• Abstract Length: Maximum 250 words
• Format: Structured abstracts with sections for Background, Methods, Results, and Conclusion
• Submission Deadline: Feb 28 2025
• Notification of Acceptance: March 14 2025

Submission Process:

1. Toggle over profile name
2. Select my submissions
3. Select submit abstract
4. Follow the prompts
5. Ensure all submissions are received by the deadline to be considered for review.

Presentation Formats:

• Concurrent - Oral presentation, 20 minutes in duration, 10 minutes for questions
• Plenary - Oral presentation, 45 minutes in duration, 15 minutes for questions
• Pecha Kucha - Oral presentation, 6 minutes in duration, maximum of 20-24 slides
• Workshops - Oral interactive presentation, 60-90 minutes in duration. Must include audience participation and learning objectives

We encourage submissions from all areas of neuroscience nursing, including clinical practice, research,

education, and policy. This is an excellent opportunity to showcase your work, network with peers, and

contribute to the advancement of neuroscience nursing.