The Canadian Association of Genetic Counsellors (CAGC) was formed in 1987 with the goal of promoting high standards of practice, facilitating and supporting professional growth and increasing public awareness of the genetic counselling profession in Canada.
Established in 1985, the Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology/Association canadienne des infirmières en oncologie (CANO/ACIO) is a national organization with a mission to advance oncology nursing excellence through practice, education, research, and leadership for the benefit of all Canadians, and a vision of being an international nursing leader in cancer control. We are a member-run association that takes direction from its membership in formulating activities and initiatives.
The Canadian Association of Pathologists (Association canadienne des pathologistes), a voluntary professional organization, advances the interests of our profession and promotes high quality standards for patient care by providing national leadership and promoting excellence in pathology and laboratory medicine practice, education and research.
CCMG is a national Canadian organization that serves its members, governments, and the public by:
Certifying individuals who provide medical genetics services
Establishing the professional and ethical standards of medical genetics services
Establishing standards of medical genetics training
Providing professional and public education
Informing public policy
The mission of the International Gynecologic Cancer Society is to enhance the care of those affected by gynecologic cancers worldwide through education and training and public awareness. We achieve our mission through strategic collaborations with regional and international organizations, hosting and supporting scientific meetings, promoting research and publications, outreach, and other activities that:
The Society of Canadian Colposcopists (SCC) brings together healthcare professionals who have displayed a particular interest in and knowledge of lower genital tract neoplasia and benign disorders and thus are capable of and willing to assist the Society in attaining its goals and objectives.
The SOGC is one of Canada’s oldest national specialty organizations. Established in 1944, the Society’s mission is to lead the advancement of women’s health through excellence and collaborative professional practice. The SOGC has grown to over 4,000 members, comprised of obstetricians, gynaecologists, family physicians, nurses, midwives, and allied health professionals working in the field of women’s sexual and reproductive health.