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CAAC Advocate: Your Voice Matters in Ambulatory Care
Whether you’re a healthcare professional or someone who has personally experienced outpatient care, your voice can help shape a stronger, more effective ambulatory care system. As an advocate with CAAC, you join a growing community dedicated to improving the future of healthcare for patients, families, and professionals alike. We believe that everyone—regardless of their background—has valuable insight to contribute. Together, we can drive meaningful change and make outpatient care better for all.
Why Get Involved?
Ambulatory care impacts everyone—regardless of age, health, or circumstance. At some point, you or someone you care about will depend on outpatient care. It’s not a matter of if, but when. By becoming an advocate with the Canadian Association of Ambulatory Care (CAAC), you can play a vital role in improving outpatient care for all. Share your personal experiences and insights to help shape better healthcare practices, connect with professionals and decision-makers driving innovation, and contribute to meaningful changes that enhance care for patients and families. Let’s create a stronger, more effective ambulatory care system.
Share Your Voice
Use your personal experiences and unique perspectives to influence policies and practices that improve the quality of outpatient care. Your voice can help identify gaps in the system and inspire solutions that make a real difference for patients and healthcare providers.
Connect with Healthcare Leaders
Engage with a diverse network of healthcare professionals, researchers, and policymakers who are leading advancements in ambulatory care. Build meaningful relationships, exchange ideas, and collaborate on initiatives that drive progress in the healthcare industry.
Drive Meaningful Change
Support and contribute to innovative projects and advocacy efforts that improve patient outcomes and transform the future of outpatient care. Your involvement helps create a more accessible, efficient, and patient-centered healthcare system for communities across Canada.
Advocates
Help Shape the Future of Ambulatory Care
General Membership benefits include:
- Access exclusive member programs:
- Tailored membership levels for individuals or groups
- “Member-bring-a-member” program to grow your network
- Unlock national and international networking opportunities and expand your knowledge base through collaboration with peers.
- Attend Annual Conferences with priority booking, discounted registration fees, and full access to expert presentations.
- Enjoy a quarterly electronic newsletter packed with industry insights, trends, and updates.
- Mentorship opportunities to guide and inspire your career growth.
- Participate in Ambulatory Care Day celebrations and receive recognition within the community.
- Award opportunities to honour your contributions to ambulatory care
Be part of the movement driving meaningful change in ambulatory care. Start Your Membership Today!
General Membership
Take the next step in your professional journey by joining the 1st National Ambulatory Care Association dedicated to connecting healthcare professionals across Canada. As a CAAC General Member, you’ll gain access to exclusive member programs, national and international networking opportunities, and priority registration with discounted rates for our annual conferences. Stay informed with industry insights through our quarterly newsletter and grow your career with mentorship and leadership opportunities. Enjoy all these benefits for just $50/year or save with a 2-year membership for $90. Be recognized for your contributions and play an active role in shaping the future of outpatient care. Join CAAC today and make a lasting impact in healthcare!
Who Should Get Involved?
Healthcare Workers and Individuals with Lived Experience
Ambulatory care impacts everyone, making it essential for a wide range of voices to help shape its future. Whether you’re a healthcare professional working directly in ambulatory care or a member of the general public with personal or indirect experience in outpatient care, your insights are invaluable. By getting involved with CAAC, you can contribute to improving patient outcomes, advancing healthcare practices, and driving meaningful change in outpatient care across Canada.
Professionals
Calling On All Healthcare Workers
Whether you’re a physician, nurse, therapist, administrator, or any healthcare professional in ambulatory care, your experience and insights are essential. We invite you to get involved and help shape the future of outpatient care. Calling All Ambulatory Care Professionals:
Clinical Roles – Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, Medical Assistants, Radiology Technologists, Physical and Occupational Therapists, Chiropractors, Dieticians and Nutritionists, Pharmacists, Respiratory Therapists, and Social Workers
Administrative Roles – Clinic Administrators/Managers, Patient Service Representatives, Medical Billing and Coding Specialists, Health Information Technicians, Receptionists, and Practice Operations Coordinators
Support Roles – Patient Navigators, Community Health Workers, Interpreters, and Facilities and Maintenance Staff
Specialized Roles – Case Managers, Telehealth Coordinators, Quality Improvement Specialists, Infection Control Coordinators, Chronic Care Management Coordinators, and Clinical Research Coordinators
Leadership Roles – Medical Directors, Chief Ambulatory Care Officers, and Training and Development Managers
Emerging Roles in Ambulatory Care – Health Coaches, Digital Health Specialists, Population Health Analysts, and Patient Experience Managers
No matter your title or specialty, CAAC is your platform to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact in ambulatory care.
Calling On You
Have you or someone you love experienced outpatient care? Your perspective matters. Whether you’ve personally navigated recovery after surgery, supported a family member through rehabilitation after an injury, or helped a loved one manage a chronic illness, your experiences can help improve outpatient care for others. Maybe you’ve cared for someone overcoming a serious illness, managed follow-up treatments, or faced challenges accessing timely care.
As a CAAC Advocate, your voice can help shape policies and practices that make ambulatory care more patient-centred, accessible, and effective. By sharing your story, you can influence real change and ensure that outpatient care continues to evolve to better serve patients and families. Join the conversation and be a part of improving healthcare for everyone.
Events
Join healthcare professionals, researchers, and thought leaders from Canada and beyond at the CAAC 2025 Annual Conference, Exploring Ambulatory Care: Bridging Inspiration with Innovation. This premier event offers unparalleled opportunities to network, share groundbreaking ideas, and collaborate on advancing ambulatory care. With interactive workshops, inspiring speakers, and team-building activities like the Conference Amazing Race, attendees will leave with fresh insights and connections. Whether you’re presenting innovative research, learning from experts, or showcasing your organization as a sponsor, this conference is the place to shape the future of ambulatory care. Review our Abstract Guidelines and Submit an Abstract if you’d like to speak at this event.
Attend a Conference
Join healthcare professionals from across Canada and beyond for a dynamic event filled with networking, innovation, and inspiration. Discover new ideas, engage in interactive workshops, and connect with thought leaders shaping the future of ambulatory care. Register today to secure your spot and be part of the conversation driving change in healthcare!
Be a Keynote Speaker
This is your opportunity to take the stage and inspire a global audience in ambulatory care. Submit your abstract to showcase your innovative research, impactful projects, and game-changing ideas. Gain recognition, connect with leading professionals, and help shape the future of ambulatory care. Submit your abstract today and make your mark at this transformative event!
Our 2024 Conference Highlights
The 8th Annual CAAC Conference, held May 23-24, 2024, at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, brought together healthcare leaders to explore innovations in ambulatory care. Speakers:
- Dr. Vincent Lin: Expert in otologic and neurotologic surgery.
- Lori Brady: Leader in healthcare innovation and community integration.
- Dr. Shady Ashamalla: Specialist in minimally invasive surgical oncology.
The event was a milestone in advancing ambulatory care practices nationwide.
Our 2024 Conference Highlights
The 8th Annual CAAC Conference, held May 23-24, 2024, at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre, brought together healthcare leaders to explore innovations in ambulatory care. Speakers:
- Dr. Vincent Lin: Expert in otologic and neurotologic surgery.
- Lori Brady: Leader in healthcare innovation and community integration.
- Dr. Shady Ashamalla: Specialist in minimally invasive surgical oncology.
The event was a milestone in advancing ambulatory care practices nationwide.
2024 Sponsors
Thanks to our 2024 corporate sponsors for their invaluable support in making last year’s conference a success. Your commitment to advancing ambulatory care and fostering innovation has been instrumental in bringing our vision to life. With our sponsors, we create an event that inspires and drives meaningful change in healthcare for years to come. Thank you for being an essential part of our journey!
