Upcoming Events
- Hybrid Grand Rounds on April 1, 2026 7:00 am
- Clive Duncan Visiting Professor Day on April 8, 2026 7:00 am
- WORTH workshop: Unpacking Olympic Injuries on April 25, 2026 10:00 am
- Orthopaedic Update & BCOA Annual Meeting 2026 on April 29, 2026 - May 1, 2026
- 2026 Dvorak Lecture: What are Current Sagittal Alignment Targets and how do we achieve them? on June 17, 2026 7:00 am
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SPRING 2026

Orthopaedic Update & BCOA Annual Meeting 2026
APRIL 30 – MAY 1, 2026
Each year, the UBC Department of Orthopedics and the BC Orthopedic Association (BCOA) proudly present Orthopedic Update—a dynamic two-day conference in Vancouver, Canada, that unites orthopaedic professionals from across British Columbia and beyond. This premier event showcases the latest research, innovations and best practices in clinical orthopaedics.
Kick off the experience on Wednesday, April 29, 2026 with our annual Research Day, a pre-conference event featuring the innovative research from our residents, fellows, and graduate students.
AUTUMN 2026

Juan de Fuca Orthopaedic Association Conference 2026
OCTOBER 17, 2026
Join us in a stunning waterfront setting in Victoria, Canada, for the Juan de Fuca Orthopaedic Conference. This conference offers valuable insights and the latest advancements in orthopaedic care, providing an opportunity for learning, networking, and professional growth.
Who Should Attend? Orthopaedic surgeons, residents, nurses, physiotherapists, occupational therapists, and general practitioners are welcome.
WINTER 2027

UBC Whistler Orthopaedic Summit 2027
JANUARY 21-23, 2027
Theme: TO BE ANNOUNCED
Join us in scenic Whistler, British Columbia, Canada, for the UBC Whistler Orthopaedic Summit—a unique event bringing together several popular conferences in one location. Designed with flexibility in mind, this CME-accredited program allows you to tailor your experience to suit your interests and schedule.The 2027 UBC Whistler Orthopaedic Summit will combine three popular conferences!
- Adult Trauma Course
- Canadian Paediatric Orthopaedic Trauma Course (CPOT)
- Upper Extremity Course
Whistler 2027 Preregistration
Join our Whistler Summit Mailing list to be notified when registration for the 2027 UBC Whistler Orthopaedic Summit opens.
Past events
- UBC Global Orthopaedics Grand Rounds on March 13, 2026 7:00 am
- Establishing the First National Orthopaedic Residency Training Program in Somaliland: Challenges, Opportunities, and Global Collaboration on March 13, 2026 7:00 am
- Hybrid Grand Rounds on April 1, 2026 7:00 am
- Clive Duncan Visiting Professor Day on April 8, 2026 7:00 am
- WORTH workshop: Unpacking Olympic Injuries on April 25, 2026 10:00 am
- Orthopaedic Update & BCOA Annual Meeting 2026 on April 29, 2026 - May 1, 2026
- 2026 Dvorak Lecture: What are Current Sagittal Alignment Targets and how do we achieve them? on June 17, 2026 7:00 am
Event news and past events
- Orthopaedic Update & BCOA Annual Meeting 2026

- Stories, Science, and Gratitude: NATF Fellows at UBC

- UBC Orthopaedics Launches Ascent Leadership Development Program

- UBC Orthopaedics to Host North American Travelling Fellows

- Registration Open! Juan de Fuca Orthopaedic Conference | October 4, 2025
