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CANN 2020 NATIONAL CONFERENCE: Neonatal Nursing – What's on the Horizon?
Dalhousie University, Marion McCain Arts & Social Sciences Building – Halifax, Nova Scotia
June 01, 2020 to June 02, 2020
 
CANN 2020 National Conference
 
 
 
Embracing the theme "Neonatal Nursing: What's on the Horizon?" CANN 2020 will feature an impressive line-up of speakers, experts and leaders who will address today's emerging topics and trends that are forging the way to improved neonatal nursing care and newborn health. This two-day conference will include a combination of pre-conference workshops, general and concurrent sessions, poster presentations, an exhibit component, and a social program allowing plenty of time to network.
 
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CALL FOR POSTER ABSTRACTS:
SUBMISSION DEADLINE EXTENDED TO FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2020
 
The CANN 2020 Conference Planning Committee invites you to submit an abstract for poster presentation.
 
Click here for the abstract submission information and guidelines
 
CONFERENCE SESSION TOPICS INCLUDE: (as of February 6, 2020 – subject to change)
 
- Microbiome Innovations
- Initiatives in NICUs across the Country
- Trauma Informed Care in the NICU and for the Clinician
- Feeding Innovations and FiCare
- NICU Parent Experiences and Perspectives
- Vaccine Hesitancy
- Cerebral Oxygenation
- Persistent Pulmonary Hypertension of the Newborn
- Brain Development
- Indigenous Health for Families and Babies
- Pain and Infant Behaviour
- Ethical Considerations
- PDA Treatment
 
REGISTRATION FEES: EARLY BIRD DEADLINE FRIDAY, MAY 8, 2020
 
*NOTE: To receive the CANN MEMBER rates, you must be a current member of the Canadian Association of Neonatal Nurses (CANN). You can renew or apply for membership on the CANN website.
 
*NOTE: To receive the STUDENT rates, you must be enrolled in a full-time undergraduate or graduate nursing program and you must submit proof of enrolment by email to info@neonatalcann.ca email or by fax to 613-721-3581.
 
All registration fees are in Canadian dollars and subject to applicable taxes (15% HST).
 
Cancellation and Refund Policy: Refunds of registration fees, less a $25 administration fee, will be issued for cancellations received by Friday, May 8, 2020. No refunds will be issued after this date. If you are unable to attend, you may substitute someone in your place. All cancellations and substitution requests must be received in writing. Refunds will be processed after the conference.
 
FULL CONFERENCE – CANN MEMBER: Early Bird Rate $300 / Regular Rate $375
FULL CONFERENCE – NON-MEMBER: Early Bird Rate $400 / Regular Rate $475
FULL CONFERENCE – STUDENT (full-time undergraduate or graduate nursing program): $150
 
Monday, June 1, and Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Full conference registration fees include attendance at all main conference sessions and access to the exhibit hall, as well as the continental breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks on Monday and Tuesday, and the welcome reception on Monday.
 
MONDAY ONLY – CANN MEMBER: Early Bird Rate $175 / Regular Rate $225
MONDAY ONLY – NON-MEMBER: Early Bird Rate $225 / Regular Rate $275
MONDAY ONLY – STUDENT (full-time undergraduate or graduate nursing program): $100
 
Monday, June 1, 2020
Registration fees include attendance at all main conference sessions and access to the exhibit hall on Monday only, as well as the continental breakfast, lunch, refreshment breaks and welcome reception.
 
TUESDAY ONLY – CANN MEMBER: Early Bird Rate $150 / Regular Rate $175
TUESDAY ONLY – NON-MEMBER: Early Bird Rate $225 / Regular Rate $250
TUESDAY ONLY – STUDENT (full-time undergraduate or graduate nursing program): $75
 
Tuesday, June 2, 2020
Registration fees include attendance at all main conference sessions and access to the exhibit hall on Tuesday only, as well as the continental breakfast, lunch and refreshment breaks.
 
PRE-CONFERENCE WORKSHOP DAY: SUNDAY, MAY 31, 2020
 
Registration fees include participation in the selected workshop, refreshment breaks and a light lunch.
 
CANN Canadian Neonatal Nursing Certification Exam Preparation Workshop
Sunday, May 31, 2020, 08:00-16:00
CANN Member $100 / Non-Member $125
 
This workshop will be a case-based learning opportunitiy incorporating the Canadian Neonatal Nursing Competencies to help support nurses preparing to write the Canadian Neonatal Nursing Specialty Certification Exam. Upon completion of the workshop, the learner will be able to identify gaps in knowledge and areas for further study.
 
This workshop is open to anyone interested in the opportunity to integrate current neonatal knowledge in an interactive and engaging format but does not replace exam preparation. Participants are expected to have previously studied all exam components (Exam Blueprint and Specialty Competencies) if planning to write the exam.
 
This workshop is open to anyone interested in neonatal education (do not need to be writing the exam).
 
NOTE: Participation in the workshop does not replace exam preparation, nor does it guarantee exam success.
 
Canadian Premature Babies Foundation Parent and Healthcare Provider Workshop
Sunday, May 31, 2020, 10:00-17:00
CANN Member $65 / Non-Member $80 / Student (full-time undergraduate or graduate nursing program) $30 / Parent $20
 
LOCATION:
 
Dalhousie University – Marion McCain Arts & Social Sciences Building
6135 University Avenue, Halifax, Nova Scotia  B3H 4R2
 
TRAVEL:
 
Halifax Stanfield International Airport (YHZ) is located approximately 37 kilometres (about a half-hour drive) from downtown Halifax. Most taxi companies servicing the airport charge a flat rate of $65 to travel to the city. Maritime Bus offers shuttle service to downtown Halifax via Airport Express; a one-way ticket is $22 and round-trip $40. To purchase a shuttle ticket or to view the schedule – click here. You may also purchase a ticket at the Ground Transporation Booth at the airport or by phone at 902-429-2020 or 902-873-4087 or 844-378-6880 or 800-575-1807.
 
PARKING:
 
Head to the LeMarchant Place parking lot on South Street, Studley Campus (number 16 on the map – click here). The cost is $2 per hour or $16 per day.