Canadian Orthopaedic Association

It was an honour to host the ASG Travelling Fellows from Austria, Switzerland, and Germany at the recent #COAmeeting in Vancouver. Their visit reflects our continued commitment to fostering international collaboration, sharing knowledge across borders, and advancing orthopaedic…

Celebrating 80 Years of Excellence This year, we proudly mark 80 years of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association — a milestone we celebrated together in beautiful Vancouver during the recent #COAMeeting. Thank you to all our members, partners, and friends who have shaped our…

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ We’re thrilled to announce that the COA | CORS | CORA Annual Meeting is heading to "The Rock" — St. John’s, Newfoundland & Labrador — in June 2026. Join us on Canada’s beautiful east coast for connection, learning, and unforgettable moments in one of the…

We’re excited to announce that the COA Bulletin is officially back! With the June 2025 Edition now live online, we’re turning the page on a new chapter for this trusted member publication. First launched in 1983 and transitioned to digital in 2015, the COA Bulletin has connected…

It was an honour hosting members of the presidential line and head office leadership from the international orthopaedic associations that make up the Carousel at this year’s COA Annual Meeting. Thank you for your insights, your commitment to our shared goals, and for…

📅 Get ready to step into a new month with the Canadian Orthopaedic Association! Mark your calendars as we highlight the latest in education, events and important deadlines. Stay connected and informed with everything that’s coming up in the month of July by visiting our…

Mentor for a Day: Connecting Future Leaders with Today’s Experts Through the COA’s Mentor for a Day Program, senior residents are paired with leaders and experts from the orthopaedic subspecialty societies for a day of focused discussion, mentorship, and networking during…

Congratulations to the 2025 Doug Thomson Best Exhibit Booth Award Winners! We’re proud to announce that Johnson & Johnson MedTech and OrthoPediatrics are the recipients of the 2025 Doug Thomson Best Exhibit Booth Awards at the COA|CORS|CORA Annual Meeting! Selected by the COA…

Congratulations to Dr. Prism Schneider – Incoming CORS President. We are proud to congratulate Dr. Prism Schneider on her appointment as the new President of the Canadian Orthopaedic Research Society (CORS). Dr. Schneider is an orthopaedic trauma surgeon and clinician-scientist…

We are proud to welcome Dr. Sukhdeep Dulai as the 80th President of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association. A respected leader, educator, and advocate, Dr. Dulai brings a strong commitment to collaboration, mentorship, and innovation in orthopaedic care across Canada. As COA…

Congratulations to Dr. Paul Beaulé on being named the 2nd President Elect of the Canadian Orthopaedic Association for the 2027–2028 term. Dr. Beaulé currently serves as Chief of Staff at the Hawkesbury and District General Hospital and is a Professor of Surgery at the University…

We are sincerely grateful to Zimmer Biomet for their continued support and valued partnership with the COA. As a 2025 Diamond Sponsor, their generous contributions have played a key role in advancing national educational and professional development programs for COA members and…

We are extremely grateful to Johnson & Johnson MedTech for their generous support and steadfast commitment to advancing national educational and professional development programs for COA members and the wider orthopaedic community. As a 2025 Platinum Sponsor of the COA|CORS|CORA…

Join us in welcoming our colleagues from the Canadian Orthopaedic Nurses Association (CONA) to Vancouver for their 2025 Annual Meeting on Wednesday, June 11. Our orthopaedic nursing colleagues held a day of focused educational sessions as a pre-event to the COA | CORS | CORA…

We're looking forward to welcoming you to the Annual Meeting in Vancouver, June 11-14. Get ready for four days of connection, learning, and celebration with the orthopaedic community. View the full program and details on our website! #COAmeeting

Stay Connected at the COA Annual Meeting – Download the COA Events App! Discover everything about the Annual Meeting through the COA Events App. Browse the program, build your itinerary, view the e-posters, learn more about the exhibitors and speakers, and evaluate sessions to…

We’re excited to welcome medical students from across Canada to our third consecutive Cutting Edge Workshop, proudly hosted in partnership with COSSNET! Vancouver Convention Centre East – Room EMR 19 Saturday, June 14 15:00 – 17:00 This free program offers a firsthand look…

Get ready for dynamic speakers, engaging sessions, and the opportunity to reconnect with colleagues. Explore the full program and start planning your Annual Meeting experience: lnkd.in/etxzpEBX See you in Vancouver!

Just 1 Week to Go! Avoid on-site fees and breeze through check-in. Pre-register for the COA | CORS | CORA Annual Meeting by June 11 and get ready to experience all the action in beautiful Vancouver! Don’t miss out! On-site rates kick in June 11! ✅ Save time ✅ Save money ✅…

The countdown is on! We’re looking forward to welcoming you to the Annual Meeting in Vancouver, June 11–14. Get ready for four days of connection, learning, and celebration with the orthopaedic community. View the full program and details on our website!…