Join us for the 8th annual
Network of Canadian Emergency Researchers (NCER) Scientific Meeting
February 6 – 8, 2024
at the Fairmont Banff Springs in Banff, Alberta
Located in the heart of Banff National Park, the world famous “Castle in the Rockies”
stands as a landmark in the picturesque alpine town of Banff, Alberta.
The 2024 Meeting will be presented virtually and in-person.
Registration is now closed.
The Research Professional Committee Meeting will take place February 6th, 11:15am – 1:30pm. RPC Agenda |
The NCER 2024 Annual Scientific Meeting will take place February 6th – 8th. NCER 2024 Agenda |
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Overall Learning Objectives:
At the end of this conference, participants will be able to:
- Design high-impact emergency care research
- Build collaborative networks
- Translate the science into practical applications at the bedside
Learning objectives for the protocol reviews:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Optimize the methodology and analytical plan for the study
- Distinguish criteria for successful grant application
- Illustrate the importance of peer support and review
Learning objectives for the lectures:
At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
- Identify the key components of a successful multicentre clinical trial in Emergency Medicine
- Explain the importance of networks like NCER in enabling research in education and quality improvement and patient safety
Accreditation
This 13 credit-per-hour Group Learning program has been certified by the College of Family Physicians of Canada for up to 13 Mainpro+ credits.
This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada and approved by Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians. You may claim a maximum of 13 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
Membership
All meeting attendees must be a member of NCER. NCER membership must be purchased before you can register for the meeting.
Click here for more information about NCER membership.
Meeting Registration
All EM researchers interested in emergency medicine research, including multi-centre trials, education research, and quality improvement (QI) research are encouraged to attend the meeting.
The meeting registration fee includes 3 breakfasts (Tuesday – Thursday) as well as a group dinner on Wednesday night. Spouses and children are invited to attend the dinner, but they must purchase a ticket in advance.
Registration closes January 19, 2024.
NCER 2024 Meeting Fees
CAEP member, physician | $300 (+NCER membership fee) |
CAEP member, physician – virtual attendee | $300 (+NCER membership fee) |
CAEP member, non-physician/Non-CAEP member, non-physician | $65 (+NCER membership fee) |
CAEP member, non-physician/Non-CAEP member, non-physician – virtual attendee | $65 (+NCER membership fee) |
Cancellation Policy
Cancellations received in writing by January 5th, 2024 will be refunded minus a 25% administration fee. No refunds will be issued for cancellations received after January 5th, 2024. Only cancellations received in writing (jgale@caep.ca) will be processed.
Protocol Presentations
Protocols will be selected for presentation based on: relevance to EM, appropriateness for a multi-centre trial, and experience level of the presenting author. Protocols accepted for presentation may receive feedback in advance of the meeting to assist in preparation. Please find an example of a protocol presentation here: Sample NCER presentation.
Click here for a downloadable presentation template.
Note: You must be a CAEP and NCER member in order to submit or present a protocol, and you must be registered for the meeting.
Accommodations at the Fairmont Banff Springs
Hotel bookings can be made online or by calling 1-833-762-6866 and mentioning the group name NCER. Book by January 5th to take advantage of the group rates.
- Fairmont Room (2 queen beds or king bed): $269 per night (+ applicable taxes and fees)
- Deluxe Room (2 queen beds or king bed): $329 per night (+applicable taxes and fees)
Travel
The Calgary International Airport is the closest airport to the Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.
Airport Transfers
Receive a 15% discount on the Banff Airporter’s daily shuttle service between the Calgary Airport and Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel.
To book, follow this link and click Book Now. Proceed through the reservation and type NCER2024 in the Promo Code section on the final payment page to receive the discount. This special rate is valid for travel dates between February 2-11, 2024, if reservations are made at least 1 week prior to the event start.
Banff Sedan offers private chauffeured airport transfers from the Calgary International Airport to Fairmont Banff Springs Hotel. Advance reservations are recommended at www.banffsedan.com.