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52nd Annual Banff Seminar

Embark on a journey through 52 years of transformative ideas at the 52nd annual Banff Seminar!

This year's theme will be "Dealing Innovation: 52 Years of Banff." Join us (in person or online) for an enlightening weekend stacked with expert perspectives and full-house discussions on pharmacy's future.

We are pleased to announce that this year we will be continuing asynchronous learning options for individuals unable to attend the event live, whether virtually or in person. Asynchronous learning will be available for 7 days following the event, with full accreditation. Participants will have access to speaker slides and recorded sessions throughout this period.

Registration for in-person and virtual attendance is now CLOSED
Thank you to everyone who registered for this year's CSHP Banff Seminar
 

♦️Welcome to the main event Virtual Players♥️

 Welcome to the table, players, and thank you for joining the CSHP Banff Seminar 2026!
This year, we’re Dealing Innovation: 52 Years of Banff—and whether you’re tuning in from afar or playing your hand in person, you’re officially part of the game.

♦️ How to Join the Virtual Table

To take your seat, register and sign in using the same email you used for conference registration:

♣️On your computer:
https://eventmobi.com/cshpbanff2026/

♠️On your phone:
Download the EventMobi app and add the event “cshpbanff2026” to enter the virtual room.

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Cancellation Policy:
An administration fee of $15 will be charged to cancel registrations on or before January 12, 2026. A refund of 50% of the registration fee will be provided for all cancellations received between January 13, 2026 and February 25, 2026 (inclusive). Registration fees will not be refunded for cancellations received after February 25, 2026 except in extenuating circumstances. To cancel your registration, please send an email to registrar.cshpbanff@gmail.com.

Details

Start: March 13, 2026
End: March 15, 2026
Canadian Society of Healthcare-Systems Pharmacy (CSHP) Western Branches

Sponsors

 

 

 

Sponsors

Sponsors

Accord

Aguettant

Create Compounding Pharmacy

Hikma

Innovotech Labs

Juno Pharma Canada

LEO Pharma

Pharmascience

RxFiles

Sandoz

Seaford Pharmaceuticals

Sterinova

University of Toronto, Leslie Dan Faculty of Pharmacy

Viatris

Xediton Pharmaceuticals

 

 

 

Sponsors

Baxter

Celltrion Healthcare

HealthPRO Canada

Program

Hotel

Located conveniently on the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity grounds, Banff Centre Hotel is providing an exclusive conference rate for attendees wishing to stay there during the conference. Please visit the following link Banff Centre Accommodations or use the code CHP2603 during your booking to take advantage of this promotion. This special rate is only guaranteed until Tuesday February 10, 2026.

 

Travel Discounts: For participants traveling from other provinces, we have collaborated with WestJet, Air Canada, and Porter Airlines to secure special rates and discount codes to facilitate your journey. Please enter the following code when booking your flight with the respective airline.

Airline

Promotional Code

WestJet

0E8N7ID

Air Canada

VBEGPMZ1

Porter Airlines

CSHP26

 

Banff Airporter Shuttle Service: To further streamline your travel, take advantage of a 15% discount on the Banff Airporter's daily shuttle service between the Calgary Airport and Banff. Simply apply our promotional code CSHP2026 at checkout on Banff Airporter to take advantage of this deal. 

Carpool: An ongoing goal of our conference is to improve environmental sustainability. Many attendees drive to the event and may have extra seats available or would enjoy traveling with others. If you're interested in carpooling, please use the following link to connect with fellow attendees.

 

Keynote Speaker

Dan Riskin

Biologist | Science Journalist | Author | Television Host
Dan Riskin
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    A renowned evolutionary biologist, award-winning television presenter, and bestselling author, Dan Riskin has been making science accessible, engaging, and fun for more than a decade. Whether he’s inspiring viewers as the co-host of Discovery Canada's flagship science program, Daily Planet; terrifying them as the host of Animal Planet's docu-horror show, Monsters Inside Me; or covering the latest news as CTV's Science and Technology Specialist, Riskin's passion and curiosity have made him an unparalleled source of science inspiration for all. 

    Riskin doesn’t just talk science – he lives it. A world-renowned expert on bat biomechanics, Riskin earned his PhD from Cornell University and conducted research at Brown University before stepping away from a faculty position to focus on science outreach. Today, Riskin appears on television and radio more than a dozen times each week, except when he’s leading wildlife tours in far-flung places like Borneo, the Amazon, or the Galapagos Islands. He’s often featured on CP24 and CTV National News, and has hosted documentaries for National Geographic, The Science Channel, CBC, W5, and more. 

    Renowned for his infectious humour and charismatic presence, Riskin has been interviewed about science by Anderson Cooper, Gayle King, Lisa LaFlamme, Don Lemon, Jay Leno, Charlie Rose, Peter Sagal, and many others. Craig Ferguson, who had Riskin as a guest on The Late Late Show eight times, once called him "my favourite scientist.” Riskin is also the author of two bestselling books, Mother Nature is Trying to Kill You and the beloved children’s book, Fiona the Fruit Bat. He also publishes a popular science newsletter, The Bat Signal. 

    By stoking a childlike passion, Riskin gives audiences so much more than scientific “wow” facts. His keynotes, like his television shows, help individuals see their own curiosity in a new light, pursue their interests with more vigour, and tap into a deeper sense of inspiration. He will spark your audience's passions, leaving them invigorated to embark on their own journeys of exploration and discovery.

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Speakers

Social Events

♠️ Royal Rush Scavenger Hunt ♣️

📅 March 13, 2026 🕣 20:30–23:00 📍 KC 103/105

A thrilling, card‑themed scavenger adventure where every clue is a card, every team a suit, and every participant a king, queen, jack, or wildcard in disguise. Dress in your finest playing‑card flair — royal robes, red or black classics, or anything that says you’re ready to rule the night — and race to complete the deck before time runs out. Let the royal games begin! 👑🃏

 

🧘 Mindful Flow Wellness Yoga Session 🌿

📅 March 14, 2026 🕓 16:45–17:45 📍 MB 251

Unwind with a calming, first‑come‑first‑serve yoga session designed to reconnect body and mind. Your instructor will guide you through gentle movement, breathwork, and grounding meditation to cultivate mindfulness and inner ease. Perfect for all levels, this peaceful practice offers a restorative pause to reset and recharge. ✨

 

🍽️ Celebration Dinner, Casino Night & Dance 🎲💃

📅 March 14, 2026 🕡 18:30–23:00 📍 KC 103/105 & KC 303/305

Join us for an unforgettable evening of celebration and fun. We’ll begin with a dinner and awards ceremony honoring the achievements and contributions of our members. Then try your luck at Casino Night with classic fun‑money games where you can build your winnings. Once you’ve stacked your chips, head to the dance floor and celebrate in style! 🎉

Dr. Kevin Hall Award

Dr. Kevin Hall Excellence in Leadership and Administration Award

Sponsored by Fresenius Kabi

The Dr. Kevin Hall Excellence in Leadership and Administration Award is a newly created award in honor of the late Dr. Kevin Hall, to celebrate his lifelong commitment to the pharmacy profession. This award is given in recognition of outstanding achievement, leadership, and excellence in hospital pharmacy administrative practice to a member in good standing from one of the four Western Branches of CSHP: British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, or Manitoba. First presented in 2025, the award enters its second year in 2026. 

2026 Recipient: Dr. Tania Mysak

 

The 2026 recipient of this award is Dr. Tania Mysak. Tania graduated with her Bachelor of Science in Pharmacy (BSP) in 1996 from the University of Saskatchewan. After a brief stint practicing community pharmacy, Tania returned to school, completing her Doctor of Pharmacy (PharmD) at the UBC in 2000. She then practiced as a Pharmacotherapeutic Specialist at Vancouver General Hospital, developing a novel specialization in neurosciences. In 2005, Tania relocated to Edmonton where she first worked as a Clinical Practice Leader, then up the management ranks to ultimately serve as Executive Director of Provincial Operations in Alberta Health Services. These roles allowed her the opportunity to teach, mentor, and precept students and pharmacists, shape clinical and technical practice, and impact a broad portfolio including procurement, medication safety, stewardship, informatics, analytics, and research. In 2025, Tania shifted to Acute Care Alberta, where she will continue to seek out ways to meaningfully impact pharmacy practice and patient care. 

Please join us in congratulating Dr. Tania Mysak, the 2026 recipient of the Dr. Kevin Hall Excellence in Leadership and Administration Award.