Regional Academic Summit
October 14-15, 2027 | Four Points by Sheraton Point Edward Sarnia, Sarnia, Ontario
About the 2026 Summit
The 2026 Regional Academic Summit met the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by Continuing Professional Development, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University for up to 7.25 Mainpro+® Certified Activity credits.
The 2026 Regional Academic Summit was 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 Continuing Professional Development, Schulich School of Medicine & Dentistry, Western University. You may claim a maximum of 7.25 hours (credits are automatically calculated).
Registration Fees
- TBD
Cancellation Policy: A 20% non-refundable administration fee is applied to all cancellations made up to 10 business days prior to the event. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made less than 10 business days prior to event.
Accommodations
Four Points by Sheraton Point Edward Sarnia
1498 Venetian Boulevard
Point Edward, ON, N7T 7W6
2026 Dr. Craig T. Lamont Fund Guest Speaker
The 2026 Regional Academic Summit begins on Thursday evening with a keynote by Will Bynum, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Family Medicine, Duke University School of Medicine.
Will Bynum, MD, PhD is an Associate Professor of Family Medicine at Duke University School of Medicine and a Veteran of the United States Air Force. He received his M.D. at the University of South Carolina School of Medicine in 2010, completed his residency with the US Air Force and received his Ph.D. in Health Professions Education at Maastricht University in the Netherlands in 2023, where defended his thesis entitled “Out of the shadows: a qualitative exploration of shame in medical learners”, which was awarded best Doctoral Dissertation by the Association for Medical Education in Europe. He has published and spoken widely on the topic of shame and is Co-Founder and Co-Director of The Shame Lab, which conducts research, develops training, and delivers consultancy to advance constructive engagement with shame in professional practice.
Friday offers a full day of conference-style sessions covering clinical and educational topics.
2026 Regional Academic Summit
Highlights from the 2026 Summit
For Faculty
Register for pre-conference professional-development opportunities. You must be registered for the Summit to access these sessions.
Dynamic Simulation's SIM+ Procedural Skills
Credits: 8 Mainpro+ Certified Assessment Credits + 8 Mainpro+ Certified Credits This course is limited to 10 participants
Morning: Simulation-Based Resuscitation Training
Participants will participate in four advanced simulation scenarios drawn from a bank of over 40 complex cases. Sample scenarios include:
- Pediatric trauma
- SCAPE (Sympathetic Crashing Acute Pulmonary Edema)
- Pediatric septic shock
- Calcium channel blocker overdose
Each case is designed to challenge participants in team-based, high-stakes environments, with a focus on decision-making, communication, and leadership in critical situations.
Afternoon: Hands-On Procedural Skills Training
Focused, small-group training on key emergency procedures, selected based on a needs assessment. Example topics include:
- Awake intubation
- SALAD (Suction-Assisted Laryngoscopy and Airway Decontamination)
- POCUS-guided central line insertion
- Mechanical ventilator setup and troubleshooting
- Blakemore insertion
- Lumbar puncture
More information about the course: https://www.dynamicsimulation.ca/simproceduralskills
Cost: $1,100.00 (before April 30, 2026) / $1,300.00 (May 1 or later)
For learners
SUBMIT A RESEARCH ABSTRACT today
Application closes: July 31, 2026
Abstract submissions for the 2026 Regional Academic Summit poster competion is open. Submit your abstract today!
Abstract Guidelines
- Word count: 300 words maximum (excluding title and headings)
- Please use the following sections for your abstract
- Introduction/Objectives
- Methods
- Results
- Conclusion
- Submit your abstract in pdf format
- Use your project title as your file name (e.g., "my_research_project_title.pdf")
Poster Guidelines
When preparing your poster for presentation, please adhere to the following guidelines to ensure compatibility with the available resources:
- Maximum Poster Size: Your poster's maximum size should not exceed 48 inches in both width and height. The recommended size is 4 feet by 3 feet (48 inches wide by 36 inches tall).
- Consider Layout and Design: Utilize the given space effectively to create an engaging and visually appealing poster. Make sure the content is easily readable from a reasonable viewing distance, and include clear headings, sections, and visuals to organize your information.
- Mounting: Use Velcro fasteners to attach your poster to the board. These will be provided to you on the day of the event. This ensures a secure and damage-free attachment method that allows for easy removal and rearrangement.
Poster templates are available here: 48x36
