Pain doesn’t discriminate, and men often face barriers in seeking care and support. At The Canadian Pain Society, we’re committed to improving pain understanding and treatment for everyone. If you or someone you know is living with pain, you’re not alone.

Polka dots started as a symbol of visibility during our Annual Scientific Meeting, representing the 1 in 5 Canadians living with pain. Now, that message continues beyond the conference. 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca/membership

As we honour National Indigenous History Month, it's crucial to acknowledge the intersection of chronic pain and Indigenous communities in Canada. ⁠

"We are provided treatments and diagnosed based on a male default model and this is where the harm comes in." On the next (MIS)Treated, Dr. Tania Di Renna (@canadianpain.bsky.social, @wchospital.bsky.social) and Jennifer Daly-Cyr look at chronic pain and gaps in care with @namshine.bsky.social.

Celebrating the Beauty and Power of Art with the 2026 Art Awards. 🎨 Through art, we don't merely promote understanding; we inspire action. Thank you to all who submitted. View all submissions at canadianpainsociety.ca/artawards

Join us for our upcoming online educational events! ➡️ National Pain Rounds for Professionals on June 26th. Register for free at canadianpainsociety.ca

Closing the Gap: Women, Pain, and the Path Forward ⏰ June 17, 2026 | 1200h ET 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca 🍁 Combler l’écart : les femmes, la douleur et la voie à suivre ⏰17 juin 2026 | 12 h (HNE) 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca/fr

🏳️‍🌈 The Canadian Pain Society proudly stands with 2SLGBTQI+. We recognize that individuals within this community may face unique challenges in managing pain and accessing health care. We reaffirm our commitment to inclusivity, diversity, and equitable pain management for all. #PrideMonth2026

Join The Canadian Pain Society and connect with a national network of people advancing pain research, education, and care. 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca/membership

Join us for our upcoming online educational events! ➡️ National Pain Rounds for Professionals on May 29th! Register for free at canadianpainsociety.ca

What inspires you to attend? We caught up with Dr. Giannina Descalzi to hear their perspective on what makes this year's event so impactful. Stay tuned for more insights from the floor!

Celebrating the Beauty and Power of Art with the 2026 Art Awards. 🎨 Through art, we don't merely promote understanding; we inspire action. Thank you to all who submitted. View all submissions at canadianpainsociety.ca/artawards

Nous reconnaissons que le coût de l’adhésion peut paraître élevé. Pour cette raison, nous offrons des niveaux de cotisation basés sur le revenu. Tout le monde mérite un siège à la table. Si l’avenir du traitement de la douleur au Canada vous tient à cœur, devenez membre. canadianpainsociety.ca

We recognize that membership costs can feel prohibitive. That’s why we offer income-based membership tiers, because everyone deserves a seat at the table. This should be the only society you belong to if you care about the future of pain care in Canada.  canadianpainsociety.ca/membership

Voices from ASM 2026 What inspires you to attend? We caught up with James Bosely to hear their perspective on what makes this year's event so impactful. Stay tuned for more insights from the floor!

Celebrating the Beauty and Power of Art with the 2026 Art Awards. 🎨 Through art, we don't merely promote understanding; we inspire action. Thank you to all who submitted. View all submissions at canadianpainsociety.ca/artawards

This National Nurses Week, we recognize not only the contributions of nurses, but also the importance of ensuring they have the resources and support needed to care for patients. The Canadian Pain Society remains committed to advancing pain education that strengthens nursing practice across Canada.

1 in 5 Canadians live with chronic pain and nurses are at the forefront of care. Their role is essential in addressing one of Canada’s most pressing health challenges. We recognize the critical contributions of nurses nationwide, not just during National Nurses Week but every day.

We recognize nurses across Canada who are integral to pain care at every stage. Thank you for your dedication to patient care every day. #NationalNursingWeek

Passing the torch! Deep gratitude to Dr. Hance Clarke for his leadership. He has set a powerful stage for our new President, Dr. Tania Di Renna. 🍁 Passation de témoin ! Merci au Dr Clarke pour son leadership. Il a préparé le terrain pour notre présidente, la Dre Tania Di Renna.

Celebrating the Beauty and Power of Art with the 2026 Art Awards. 🎨 Through art, we don't merely promote understanding; we inspire action. Thank you to all who submitted. View all submissions at canadianpainsociety.ca/artawards

Welcome Dr. Tania Di Renna, new President of the CPS! #CanadianPain26 🍁 Bienvenue à la Dre Tania Di Renna, nouvelle présidente de la SCD ! #DouleurAuCanada26

Join us for our upcoming online educational events! ➡️ National Pain Rounds for Professionals on May 29th! ➡️ Critical Appraisal of Literature in Pain Evaluation Rounds (CALiPER) on June 15th! Register for free at canadianpainsociety.ca

We can't wait to see you at #CanadianPain27. 🍁 Nous avons hâte de vous retrouver à #DouleurAuCanada27.

Today’s #CanadianPain26 sessions: Northern hybrid care, MSK tech, ERAS & Indigenous partnerships. Highlighting multidisciplinary impact! 🍁 Sessions #DouleurAuCanada26 : soins hybrides, tech MSK, protocoles ERAS et partenariats autochtones. Un impact multidisciplinaire !

#CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26

Huge congratulations to all the #CanadianPain26 trainee award recipients for their outstanding work. 🍁 Félicitations à tous les stagiaires lauréats de prix pour leur travail exceptionnel. #DouleurAuCanada26

#CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26 @joymacdermid.bsky.social

It’s the final day of #CanadianPain26!  🍁 Dernière journée à notre événement #DouleurAuCanada26!

Today’s breakouts: from medical cannabis and environment to anti-oppressive research and geriatric care. 🍁 Volet 2 : du cannabis médical aux approches anti-oppressives et la douleur gériatrique. #CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26

Afternoon sessions exploring the nuances of personalized care, from endometriosis research to vital Indigenous perspectives on pain. #CanadianPain26 🍁 Séances sur la personnalisation des soins, de la recherche sur l'endométriose aux perspectives autochtones. #DouleurAuCanada26

#CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26 @dorianataccardi.bsky.social @lynngauthier.bsky.social

#CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26 @saadyousuf.bsky.social @sore-orator.bsky.social @katerice.bsky.social @lynngauthier.bsky.social

Networking, learning, and growing together at #CanadianPain26.

Keynote speaker Professor Winfried Häuser is on stage now at #CanadianPain26. 🍁 Le conférencier invité Pr Winfried Häuser est sur la scène de #DouleurAuCanada26.

Plenary speaker Professor Theodore (Ted) Price is on stage now at #CanadianPain26. 🍁 Le conférencier invité Pr Theodore (Ted) Price est sur la scène de #DouleurAuCanada26.

Visit the Conference Hub for updates, events, and more at 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca/asm 🍁 Visitez l'Espace de conférence pour les actualités, les événements et bien plus à 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca/fr/asm

The Trainee Social you don’t want to miss is happening tonight! Enjoy delicious food, your first drink on us, and a fun interactive quiz in a casual atmosphere. #CanadianPain26

#CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26 @claudie-audet.bsky.social @anaislacasse.bsky.social

"A diagnosis is a stepping stone—a tool to get better, not an identity. It doesn't matter where you are now; it's about where you can get." — James Bosely #CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26

Are you presenting at #CanadianPain26? Tell us what you're excited to share! 🍁 Présentez-vous vos travaux à la #DouleurAuCanada26? Dites-nous en plus!

#CanadianPain26 #DouleurAuCanada26 @karenddavis.bsky.social

Move from connection and conversation toward practical ideas for improving partnership in research and shared initiatives. 🍁 La séance vise à passer de simples échanges et discussions à des idées concrètes pour améliorer le partenariat dans la recherche et les initiatives communes.

Visit our poster sessions throughout the weekend and explore the latest in pain research at #CanadianPain26. 🍁 Visitez nos séances d'affiches pendant tout le week-end et découvrez les dernières recherches sur la douleur à #DouleurAuCanada26.

Plenary speaker Professor Herta Flor is on stage now at #CanadianPain26. 🍁 La conférencière invitée Pre Herta Flor est sur la scène de #DouleurAuCanada26.

Visit the Conference Hub for updates, events, and more at 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca/asm 🍁 Visitez l'Espace de conférence pour les actualités, les événements et bien plus à 🔗 canadianpainsociety.ca/fr/asm

At #CanadianPain26, connection extends beyond the sessions. Great conversations are happening at tonight’s welcome reception!

Through active knowledge mobilization, D. Taccardi focuses on the vital back-and-forth conversation between researchers, clinicians, and people with lived experience to ensure research leads to real-world validation and implementation. The next generation of pain leaders is here at #CanadianPain26!

Whether this is your first Annual Scientific Meeting or one of many, welcome! Stop by the desk, grab your welcome package, and get ready for an incredible #CanadianPain26.

Celebrating excellence at the #CanadianPain26 Refresher Course! 🌟 A huge well done to organizer Dr. Abeer Alomari and our very own Victoria Bains (CPS Interdisciplinary SIG Co-Chair) for such a successful session. The energy is officially high as we kick off the ASM!