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Event overview
Overview
The Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference is set for May 20-22, 2027, at the Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress in Victoria, BC. This event brings together paediatricians and healthcare professionals to share knowledge, network, and discuss advancements in child health.
Attendees will benefit from a rich program of sessions, workshops, and networking opportunities. Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference takes place in Victoria, BC, Canada.
TL;DR
- 1Scale and Focus: This conference is a key event for paediatricians, focusing on advancements in child health and networking opportunities.
- 2Organiser: The event is organised by the Canadian Paediatric Society, a leading voice for children's health in Canada.
- 3Buyer Authority: Attendees include paediatricians, healthcare professionals, and researchers involved in child and youth health.
- 4Entry: Registration is now open with early bird rates available until March 31, 2027.
Why visit
The Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference is set for May 20-22, 2027, at the Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress in Victoria, BC. This conference is a key event for paediatricians, focusing on advancements in child health and networking opportunities. Attendees include paediatricians, healthcare professionals, and researchers involved in child and youth health.
Why exhibit
Exhibiting at the CPS Annual Conference offers a unique opportunity to showcase your products and services to a targeted audience of paediatricians and healthcare professionals. The event is organised by the Canadian Paediatric Society, a leading voice for children's health in Canada. Attendees include paediatricians, healthcare professionals, and researchers involved in child and youth health.
Attendees, exhibitors & solutions
Who this event is for
Visitor profile
Typical attendee groups you can expect to meet.
Community paediatricians managing primary care, developmental and behavioural caseloads.
Academic paediatricians and subspecialists from tertiary children's hospitals.
Paediatric residents, fellows and medical students preparing for certification.
Nurse practitioners, paediatric nurses and allied health clinicians in psychology, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology and social work.
Child health researchers and clinical trial investigators.
Public health officials and child advocacy policy makers.
Hospital and clinic administrators responsible for paediatric service lines.
Global health and Indigenous child health practitioners.
Exhibitor profile
Main supplier and exhibitor segments present at the show.
Medical device and diagnostic suppliers for neonatal, paediatric and adolescent care.
Pharmaceutical and vaccine manufacturers with paediatric indications.
Health IT vendors offering EHR, clinical decision support and telehealth platforms.
Medical education, simulation and point-of-care resource providers.
Child health non-profits, advocacy groups and foundations.
Paediatric recruitment, locum and practice-management services.
Publishers of paediatric journals, guidelines and CME content.
Laboratory and genetic testing services for inherited and rare paediatric conditions.
Product categories
Key solution areas showcased across the event.
Paediatric primary care and ambulatory clinical services.
Neonatal and paediatric acute care equipment, monitoring and respiratory devices.
Vaccines, biologics and paediatric pharmacology.
Developmental, behavioural and mental health assessment tools.
Digital health, EHR and clinical decision support for child health.
Medical education, simulation and CME resources.
Child advocacy, public health and social paediatrics programmes.
Point-of-care diagnostics and laboratory testing for paediatric conditions.
Location & Facilities
Venue
Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress
Victoria, BC, Canada
Facilities
Parking
Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress in Victoria, BC typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Food options
On-site catering
On-site diningParking: Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress in Victoria, BC typically provides on-site or adjacent visitor parking during major trade fairs; confirm daily rates, payment methods and hall access on the organiser or venue website before travel.
Gate: Follow organiser signage to the main visitor entrance at Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress for badge collection; allow extra time for security screening during peak morning arrival.
Attend
Entry & tickets
Ticket info
Ticket notes
Early bird registration deadline is March 31, 2027.
Who runs the show
Organisers
Canadian Paediatric Society
Intelligence
Market context
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Victoria, BC, Canada
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Plan your trip
Travel & logistics
Local currency · CAD
Arrival airports
Choose from the following airports, with convenient access to the event and venue.
Victoria International Airport
Closest airport to the Victoria Conference Centre; taxi, rideshare and BC Transit connections available. Confirm live schedules and fares before travel
TBA
to venue
Approx. 30-40 minutes to downtown Victoria
by car
Vancouver International Airport
Major international gateway; onward travel by seaplane, ferry or scheduled flight to YYJ. Allow extra time for ferry or connection
TBA
to venue
Approx. 3-4 hours including ferry or connecting flight to Victoria
by car
Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
US gateway; requires crossing the Canada-US border by ferry or road. Confirm passport and customs requirements before booking
TBA
to venue
Approx. 3-4 hours including ferry and border crossing
by car
Hotel tiers
A range of accommodation options near the venue and across key areas.
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown
3-star
Victoria UptownUSD 95–122 / night
Capture shows an 18% discount deal and amenities including free Wi-Fi, free parking, air conditioning, pet-friendly policy, breakfast, bar, kitchen in some rooms and airport shuttle; listed about 3.2 km from central Victoria.
James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottages
3-star
James BayUSD 95–122 / night
Guest rating 4.5 per capture; paid breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, bar, restaurant, kid-friendly, smoke-free property; listed about 120 m from central Victoria and walkable to the Inner Harbour and conference district.
Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour
3-star
Inner HarbourUSD 95–122 / night
Guest rating 3.9 per capture; paid breakfast, free Wi-Fi, free parking, outdoor pool, hot tub, pet-friendly, bar and restaurant; listed about 710 m from central Victoria, close to the harbourfront.
Hotel Grand Pacific
4-star
Inner HarbourUSD 150–190 / night
Guest rating 4.5 and eco-certified per capture; paid breakfast, free Wi-Fi, parking and indoor facilities listed; harbourfront address near the Victoria Conference Centre.
Local transport
Get around the city with these convenient transport options.
BC Transit bus
Estimated costCAD 2-8 typical single public transport journey (confirm before travel)
Best forVictoria regional network, including routes serving downtown and the Inner Harbour
BC Transit operates the Victoria region bus network; fares and passes are published on the BC Transit Victoria fares page.
Taxi / rideshare
Estimated costCAD 45–85 taxi or rideshare to the venue district
Best forDowntown Victoria and Inner Harbour hotel district
Tourism Victoria's getting-around page covers taxi and shuttle options alongside buses for moving between hotels and the conference district.
Airport transfer (YYJ to downtown)
Estimated costApprox. CAD taxi/rideshare from YYJ to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forVictoria International Airport (YYJ) to Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress
Rome2rio lists five ways to reach downtown Victoria from YYJ; the BC Transit fare page carries the local bus fare band.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. CAD taxi/rideshare from YVR to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forVancouver International Airport (YVR) to Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress
Approx. 3-4 hours including ferry or connecting flight to Victoria; Major international gateway; onward travel by seaplane, ferry or scheduled flight to YYJ. Allow extra time for ferry or connection.
taxi
Estimated costApprox. CAD taxi/rideshare from SEA to venue (estimate; confirm before travel)
Best forSeattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) to Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress
Approx. 3-4 hours including ferry and border crossing; US gateway; requires crossing the Canada-US border by ferry or road. Confirm passport and customs requirements before booking.
Weather
Victoria has a temperate coastal climate; late May days are typically mild with a mix of sun and cloud and cool evenings near the Inner Harbour. Pack a light rain layer and comfortable walking shoes, and check the Environment Canada forecast for Victoria in the week before travel.
Plan for the climate
Check temperatures and pack accordingly
Venue connectivity
Confirm mobile roaming or local SIM options for business visitors to Canada.
Ride-hailing
Taxis
Public transit
Car rentals
Cultural notes
Useful information to help you have a smooth and respectful visit.
Registration and access
Confirm conference registration, badge collection times and venue access with the Canadian Paediatric Society before travelling to Victoria.
Arrival
Arrive the day before sessions open so you can collect your badge, orient yourself in the Inner Harbour conference district and adjust to Pacific time.
Getting around
Downtown Victoria is compact and walkable; BC Transit buses cover the wider city, and the Inner Harbour is the natural orientation point for hotels, the conference centre and waterfront dining.
Practical guides
Visitor & Exhibitor Essentials
Everything needed to arrive prepared, navigate the event, and make the visit productive.
Flights
Destination: YYJ
Captured Google Flights searches target YYJ for 20 May 2027 departures from Tokyo NRT, London LHR and New York JFK, but the capture returned only the flight-search shell (sign-in page and Google footer links) with no fares or itineraries. No ticket prices are recorded here; re-run the search closer to travel dates and compare YYJ against a YVR arrival plus ferry or seaplane connection.
Transport
Get to the venue and around the city with these options.
Airport → venue: Primary gateways: Victoria International Airport (YYJ): Approx. 30-40 minutes to downtown Victoria; Vancouver International Airport (YVR): Approx. 3-4 hours including ferry or connecting flight to Victoria; Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA): Approx. 3-4 hours including ferry and border crossing. Allow road or rail time to Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress; on-site parking is usually available at major exhibition venues.
Hotel → venue: Precinct hotels near Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress: Victoria Uptown: Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria Uptown; James Bay: James Bay Inn Hotel, Suites & Cottages; Inner Harbour: Days Inn by Wyndham Victoria On The Harbour.
Ride-hail: Ride-hailing apps are commonly used in Victoria, BC; confirm local availability before travel.
Public transit: Check local bus/metro options for routes to Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress.
Parking: On-site parking is available at Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress; confirm daily rates and hall access on the organiser or venue site.
Weather
Plan and pack for the event climate.
Month: May 2027
Temperature: Approx. 15-20°C daytime highs and 8-11°C overnight lows in late May to early June; cooler near the Inner Harbour with coastal breeze.
Seasonality: Victoria has a mild coastal climate. May averages roughly 10-12 rain days and 40-50 mm of precipitation. Pack a light waterproof layer and comfortable walking shoes; check the Environment Canada forecast for Victoria before travel.
Packing: Victoria has a temperate coastal climate; late May days are typically mild with a mix of sun and cloud and cool evenings near the Inner Harbour. Pack a light rain layer and comfortable walking shoes, and check the Environment Canada forecast for Victoria in the week before travel.
Plan your trip
Planning
Best day to visit: Day 2 (mid-show)
Mid-show days at Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference usually combine full exhibitor attendance with scheduled B2B meetings, before early pack-down on the final day.
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Confirm your CPS Annual Conference registration category and complete payment on cps.ca.
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Book accommodation in the Inner Harbour or James Bay area and confirm the cancellation policy.
T-3
Check Canadian entry requirements: visitor visa or eTA for your nationality, and passport validity.
T-4
Arrange flights to Victoria International Airport (YYJ) or Vancouver International Airport (YVR) and book onward transfer.
T-5
Download the official conference programme or app and shortlist paediatric sessions relevant to your practice.
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Review CME accreditation details and note how attendance will be tracked.
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Confirm your hotel-to-venue walking route or BC Transit connection to the Victoria Conference Centre district.
T-8
Pack a light rain layer, comfortable walking shoes and business casual clothing for sessions.
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Prepare questions for exhibitors in paediatric equipment, pharmacology, health IT or education.
T-10
Bring business cards and a charged phone or tablet for session notes and contact capture.
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Check Victoria transit fares and consider a day pass if you plan to explore beyond the conference district.
T-12
Review the abstract and poster list in advance to identify research relevant to your caseload.
Sample visitor itinerary
Route-optimised day
Day 1 · morning
Registration and hall orientation at Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress
Day 2 · core sessions
Supplier meetings and product demos
Day 3 · wrap-up
Final negotiations and follow-up
Networking spots
2Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference registration concourse
Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress
Central meeting point before and between hall appointments during show days.
Organiser B2B lounge (if offered)
Victoria Conference Centre and Fairmont Empress
Hosted matchmaking and buyer programmes when published by the organiser.
Budget
Costs & budget
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Estimated budget
Live estimate
- Hotel × 2 nightsCA$190.00
- Per diem × 2CA$150.00
Estimated totalCA$340.00
This is a directional estimate. Please verify live rates before booking.
Decision
Visit, exhibit, or skip?
Should you go?
Use this quick check to decide whether Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference fits your visit, exhibit or skip plan.
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For Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference, what is your primary role on the show floor?
Decision matrix
Compare participation options side by side to choose the best fit for your objectives.
visit
Your category focus and target suppliers align with the official exhibitor profile.
Best for
Buyers, engineers, and delegates sourcing Paediatric medical equipment and supplies. and Child health pharmaceuticals. solutions and benchmarking suppliers at Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference in Victoria, BC.
Min. budget
$725.00
Timeline
4-8 weeks before opening day for registration, hotels, and travel.
Risks
Session times and ticket tiers may change - confirm the official agenda before booking.
exhibit
You have a defined lead-generation or distributor recruitment goal for this market.
Best for
Brands and manufacturers launching Paediatric medical equipment and supplies. and Child health pharmaceuticals. products who need qualified meetings with the event's trade audience.
Min. budget
$3,262.00
Timeline
3-6 months for stand booking, freight, staffing, and pre-show marketing.
Risks
Booth pricing and corner premiums vary by hall - confirm with the organiser sales team.
skip
Audience, geography, or commercial goals do not justify travel and stand costs this cycle.
Best for
Teams with weak category fit, budget constraints, or overlapping commitments during the Victoria, BC show week.
Timeline
N/A
Risks
Skipping may mean missing buyer meetings if competitors exhibit or attend the same week.
FAQs & glossary
Answers
Frequently asked
Who should attend the CPS Annual Conference?
The conference is built for community and academic paediatricians, paediatric residents and fellows, nurse practitioners, paediatric nurses, allied health clinicians and child health researchers. Public health officials, policy makers and hospital administrators with paediatric service responsibilities also attend.
Is the conference only for paediatricians?
No. The programme draws child health professionals across disciplines, including nursing, psychology, social work, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology and public health. Check the registration categories on cps.ca to confirm which rates apply to your role.
Where is the conference held?
The event is expected in Victoria, British Columbia, with the conference district around the Victoria Conference Centre and the Inner Harbour. Confirm the official venue and room block details on the CPS conference pages before booking travel.
How do I register for the CPS Annual Conference?
Registration is handled through the Canadian Paediatric Society website at cps.ca. The site publishes registration categories, fees and any early-bird deadlines; use the official conference page rather than third-party resellers.
Are CME credits available?
CPS conference sessions typically include accredited continuing medical education content. Confirm the specific sessions, credit types and tracking process in the official programme or accreditation statement for this edition.
What is the weather like in Victoria during the conference?
Victoria has a mild coastal climate. Late May to early June typically brings daytime highs around 15-20°C and overnight lows around 8-11°C, with a mix of sun, cloud and occasional rain. Pack a light waterproof layer and comfortable walking shoes.
Can I bring family or combine the conference with a holiday?
Victoria is a family-friendly destination with harbourfront walks, museums and nearby outdoor attractions. Conference sessions are professional events, so check with the venue and official programme for child-care options or family-friendly activities during session hours.
Are there exhibitor or sponsorship opportunities?
Yes. The conference typically hosts exhibitors in paediatric medical equipment, pharmaceuticals, health IT, medical education and child health advocacy. Contact the Canadian Paediatric Society for the current exhibitor prospectus and booth availability.
How do I get from Victoria International Airport to downtown?
Victoria International Airport (YYJ) is about 30-40 minutes by taxi or rideshare from the Inner Harbour conference district. BC Transit buses also serve the region at lower cost. Confirm current fares and schedules with the airport or BC Transit before travel.
What should I do if I need a visa to enter Canada?
Most international attendees need either a Canadian visitor visa or an Electronic Travel Authorization (eTA) to fly to Canada; US citizens generally do not need either for short visits. Confirm current requirements with Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada before booking, and carry proof of conference registration.
Glossary
- CPS
- Canadian Paediatric Society, the national association representing paediatricians and child health professionals in Canada and the organiser of this annual conference.
- Paediatrician
- A physician who specialises in the health of infants, children and adolescents, including preventive care, acute illness and developmental assessment.
- CME
- Continuing Medical Education, accredited learning activities that help physicians maintain and enhance clinical competence; conference sessions often carry CME credit.
- NICU
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a hospital unit providing specialised care for premature or critically ill newborns.
- PICU
- Paediatric Intensive Care Unit, a hospital unit for children requiring close monitoring and life-supporting treatment.
- Developmental paediatrics
- The subspecialty focused on assessing and supporting children with developmental delays, disabilities and behavioural concerns.
- Social paediatrics
- A field that addresses the social determinants of child health, including poverty, housing, equity and access to community services.
- Medical home
- A team-based primary care model that provides coordinated, continuous and family-centred care for children and youth.
- Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs)
- Potentially traumatic events in childhood, such as abuse, neglect or household instability, that can affect long-term health and development.
- Vaccine hesitancy
- Delay or refusal of vaccination despite available services, a recognised challenge in paediatric preventive care and public health communication.
- Resident or fellow
- A physician in postgraduate training; residents are in core paediatric training and fellows pursue subspecialty training.
- Abstract or poster presentation
- A short research or quality-improvement summary submitted for peer review and presented at the conference, often in poster or oral format.
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Also known as
Alternate names and search phrases for this event.
- Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference 2027
- Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Conference Victoria, BC 2027
- Canadian Paediatric Society Annual 2027
- Canadian Paediatric Society Annual Victoria, BC 2027
- Victoria, BC Canada
- Medical Conference Victoria, BC 2027
- Paediatric medical equipment and supplies
- Child health pharmaceuticals
- Healthcare technology solutions for children
- Educational resources for paediatricians
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