We are pleased to announce that the 2nd Australasian International Breast Congress (AIBC) will take place in Brisbane, Australia, October 8-10, 2026 (www.aib-congress.org). This Congress marks a significant milestone in the ongoing collaboration between the World Congress on Controversies in Breast Cancer (CoBrCa), the Australasian Society for Breast Disease (ASBD),  and Breast Surgeons of Australia and New Zealand (BreastSurgANZ) who have worked together since the first successful congress in 2018 and are thrilled to continue this important journey of shared learning and collective advancement. 

On behalf of the Canadian Association of Oncology Nurses / Association canadienne des infirmières en oncologie (CANO/ACIO), we are pleased to share details of the CANO/ACIO Annual Conference, taking place October 22–25, 2026 in Montréal, Québec.

This national conference brings together oncology nurses and healthcare professionals from across Canada to advance oncology nursing practice, education, research, and leadership. The program will feature keynote presentations, interactive workshops, and concurrent sessions designed to support knowledge exchange, foster collaboration, and highlight innovation in cancer care.

The 2026 conference theme, Stronger Together: Advancing Oncology Nursing Through Collaboration and Innovation, reflects the importance of connection across disciplines, teams, and communities in strengthening oncology nursing practice and improving patient outcomes.

Registration is available here: https://www.cano-acio.ca/event/canoacio2026

We encourage you to help spread the word by using #OND2026 on social media and tagging @CANOACIO. Additional social media resources are available on our website.

Empower Nurses, Strengthen Cancer Care

Overview

Cancer continues to place growing demands on healthcare systems worldwide, highlighting the need for a well-prepared and sustainable cancer care workforce. Nurses play a vital role across the cancer continuum, providing essential support to patients and families from prevention and diagnosis through to treatment, survivorship, and palliative care.

Presented as part of London Global Cancer Week, Empower Nurses, Strengthen Cancer Care will spotlight the ISNCC Cancer Nursing Education Position Statement and explore how investment in cancer nursing education can help address disparities, improve patient outcomes, and strengthen health systems globally.

Through expert presentations and case examples from around the world, participants wihttps://isncc.org/resources/Pictures/logo/logo.jpgll gain insights into strategies for advancing equitable access to cancer nursing education and embedding workforce development within national cancer control priorities.

Key Discussion Topics

• Introduction to the ISNCC Cancer Nursing Education Position Statement
• The role of nursing education in closing cancer care gaps
• Global examples of successful cancer nursing education initiatives
• Development and implementation of national education frameworks
• Interactive discussion and audience Q&A

Symposium Faculty

Moderator:
Dr Lena Sharp, President, International Society of Nurses in Cancer Care (ISNCC)

International Speakers:
Prof Julia Downing (United Kingdom) • Prof Lydia Aziato (Ghana) • Dr Dorothy Chan (Hong Kong SAR, China) • Dr Helena Ullgren (Sweden) • Dr Carla Thamm (Australia) • Dr Catriona Buick (Canada)

FURTHER INFORMATION & REGISTER

We are pleased to announce that the AONS & ISNCC Conference on Cancer Nursing 2027 will be held in Tokyo, Japan.

The conference theme is:

“The Essence of Cancer Nursing: Innovation through Global Collaboration”

Conference Details
Date: August 5 (Thu) – 7 (Sat), 2027
Venue: Ariake Central Tower Hall & Conference, Tokyo, Japan
Conference Name: AONS & ISNCC Conference on Cancer Nursing 2027

This international conference will provide an excellent opportunity for oncology nurses, researchers, educators, clinicians, and healthcare professionals from around the world to exchange knowledge, share experiences, and strengthen global collaboration in cancer nursing.

We warmly welcome all colleagues and partners to actively participate in this important event and join us in Tokyo in 2027.

Find more details:  https://aonsisncc2027.com/