OAC Participates in CSE Echo Weekend 2026
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists (OAC) participated as a sponsor and exhibitor at the Canadian Society of Echocardiography (CSE) Echo Weekend Hybrid 2026 in Vancouver, while also supporting the annual Jim Swan Lecture in honour of the memory of the OAC’s former longtime President.
OAC Hosts Successful 2026 Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists (OAC) hosted its 2026 Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar on April 25 in Toronto, bringing together cardiologists, residents, clinic administrators, and industry representatives from across Ontario for practical discussions on AI, legal and financial issues, practice modernization, and the evolving outpatient cardiology landscape.
OAC Response to the 2026 Ontario Budget
The OAC welcomes investments in primary care and health infrastructure in the 2026 Ontario Budget. As demand grows, strengthening access to specialty care, including cardiology services, will be essential to improving patient outcomes and overall system performance.
Featured OAC Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar: April 25, 2026 – Toronto
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists will host its 2026 Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar on April 25 in Toronto, bringing cardiologists together to discuss emerging issues affecting cardiology practice in Ontario.
ACC.26 Scientific Session: March 28 – 30, 2026 – New Orleans
The American College of Cardiology will host ACC.26, its 75th Annual Scientific Session & Expo, from March 28–30, 2026 in New Orleans, bringing together cardiovascular professionals from around the world to share the latest science and clinical advances.
Canadian Society of Echocardiography (CSE) Echo Weekend: April 30–May 2, 2026 – Vancouver
The Canadian Society of Echocardiography will host its 28th Annual Hybrid Echo Weekend from April 30–May 2, 2026 in Vancouver, featuring practical education and updates in cardiovascular imaging and echocardiography.
Canadian Cardiovascular Congress: October 15 – 17, 2026 – Ottawa
The Canadian Cardiovascular Congress (CCC) will take place October 15–17, 2026 in Ottawa, bringing together cardiovascular professionals from across Canada for scientific sessions, workshops, and networking.
Registration Open: 2026 OAC Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar
Registration is now open for the 2026 OAC Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar, taking place April 25 in Toronto with a virtual attendance option available. The seminar will explore key issues affecting cardiology practice in Ontario, including AI in clinical care, evolving practice structures, financial planning, and community cardiology.
Ontario Cardiologist Demonstrates Live Cardiac Procedure for Global Cardiology Audience
An Ontario Hospital Association article highlights how Dr. Sanjog Kalra performed a life-saving intravascular imaging procedure at the Peter Munk Cardiac Centre that was shared live with a global audience of cardiologists during the TCT conference.
Ottawa Heart Institute Celebrates 50 Years of Innovation in Cardiac Care
An Ottawa Citizen article highlights the 50-year anniversary of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute and its contributions to innovation and patient care in cardiovascular medicine.
International Arrhythmia School: February 6–8, 2026 – Collingwood
The International Arrhythmia School took place February 6–8, 2026 in Collingwood, bringing together electrophysiologists and cardiologists to discuss advances in arrhythmia care and EP services.
Save the Date: OAC 2026 Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists will host its 2026 Clinical Practice & Financial Management Seminar on April 25, 2026, in Toronto. In-person and virtual attendance options will be available.
OAC participates in Ontario Budget 2026 consultations
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists participated in the Ontario Budget 2026 consultations, emphasizing the need to recognize hospital and outpatient cardiology services as essential health-care infrastructure requiring sustained support.
OAC Participating in the 22nd Annual International Arrhythmia School — Member Discount Available
22nd Annual International Arrhythmia School (Feb 6–8, 2026). OAC is participating as a speaker, and OAC members receive a discounted registration rate.
OAC Information Webinar: EQI Program Accreditation Requirements Update – December 3, 2025
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists hosted a webinar on December 3, 2025 in collaboration with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics to review upcoming EQI Program Accreditation Requirements for 2026.
OAC Information Webinar – EQI Program Accreditation Requirements Update (2025)
The Ontario Association of Cardiologists (OAC), in collaboration with Accreditation Canada will host a webinar on December 3, 2025, to review the updated EQI Program Accreditation Requirements that will take effect in 2026. We’ll discuss what’s changing, how April 2026 implementation will work, and practical steps to prepare your team and facility.
What we’ll cover:
- A concise update on the EQI program and what’s new for 2026
- Key timelines, documentation, and readiness checkpoints
- Considerations for community and hospital-based echo labs
- What to communicate to clinicians, sonographers, and admin leads
- Live Q&A with Accreditation Canada Diagnostics and OAC
Who should attend: Cardiologists and echo program leads who want to stay informed about upcoming EQI program changes and 2026 implementation details.
Note: This session is open to all cardiologists in Ontario, including non-members of the OAC.
We hope you can join us. If you have any questions that you would like addressed at the webinar, please send them to us at [email protected]. For more information, contact:
Tim Holman, Executive Director
Ontario Association of Cardiologists
410-250A Eglinton Ave. East
Toronto, ON M4P 1K2
Tel: 416-487-0054 | Toll-Free: 1-877-504-1239
E-mail: [email protected]
Web: www.ontarioheartdoctors.ca