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Dear Colleagues,


We are finally back in person!


The GOC Executive Committee together with the CPD Program Planning Committee are proud to announce that our 23rd Annual Continuing Professional Development meeting will take place in Toronto, Ontario from Thursday, April 27th to Friday, April 28th, 2023, at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel.


On behalf of these two committees, I would like to invite you to attend this amazing event. Get ready for an exciting two days filled with networking, reconnections with old colleagues, new connections with new colleagues, sharing of knowledge, laughter and so much more.


We are pleased to launch the 1st Fellows Half-Day Program on April 27th: it will feature our popular molecular biology course (back by demand) as well as our fellows educational course.​


On April 28th, we will have an engaging and insightful program with topics such as endometrioid ovarian cancer, vulvar melanoma, sentinel lymph nodes and many more.


We will close off the meeting on Friday night with dinner and some entertainment. Don't miss this opportunity to have a wonderful time with the GOC family.



We have negotiated room discounts and secured a limited number of group-rate hotel rooms. The group rate rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Book early for the best selection and price ".


A valid credit card is required to secure a group rate. Cancellations received within 72 hours of arrival date will incur 1-night room and tax cancellation charge, outside of 72 hours no charge. Complimentary Wi-Fi in all guest rooms with group rate. Be sure to add your hotel rewards number when booking to receive points for your loyalty program.


Heading to CCTG the next day? Get more information here​.

Registration is now open. Take advantage of the early bird pricing and we hope to see you in Toronto!


Sincerely,


Susie Lau, MD, MSc, FRCSC

Chair, CPD Program Planning Committee


CALENDAR PLACEHOLDER - click on "calendar placeholder" then click download for the calendar invite.

Agenda

Program learning objectives

 

At the end of the program, participants will be able to:

 

  • Summarize the "Top Three" practice-changing peer-reviewed published articles of the past year.
  • Emphasize the importance of academic medicine and understand the landscape of how to publish successfully in a journal of high impact factor.
  • Discuss vulvar melanoma and new treatment philosophies in both the surgical and medical management of this disease.
  • Summarize the most recent advances in the development of new investigational treatments relevant to gynecologic-related melanomas
  • Discuss what is new pathologically in the analysis of vulvar cancers and the significance of margin status and sentinel lymph nodes on frozen section.
  • Summarize the most recent advances in the development of new investigational treatments relevant to gynecologic cancers.
  • Understand the concept of homologous recombination defects (HRD), the types of tests available with their limitations, and how to apply this knowledge to practice.
  • Introduce the principle of using the Pembrolizumab/Lenvatinib combination in non-endometrioid cancers and review research in support of this where applicable.
  • Review some rarer types of ovarian cancer (endometrioid) and current treatment philosophies with an emphasis on future clinical research.
  • Understand the concept of Time Toxicity as it is related to cancer treatment.
  • Emphasize the importance of assessing for frailty in gynecologic oncology patients and the implications for surgical and medical management.
  • Improve the understanding of medical aid in dying (MAID) in the gynecologic oncology population and explore the roles of the supportive care team and gynecologic oncology team in the trajectory of care.
  • April 27, 2023

  • April 28, 2023

April 27, 2023

Meetings - Room: Wentworth

8:45 AM - 10:15 AM
Communications Committee Meeting
10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Strategic Partner Check-in: GOC and GSK
11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Board of Directors Meeting
7:15 PM - 9:00 PM
Concurrent CoP Dinner Meetings
1. CoP in QIPS - Room: Wentworth
2. CoP in Medical Cannabis - Room: Elgin
3. CoP in Immunotherapy - Room: Huron
4. CoP in Rare Diseases - Room: Kanora

Fellows Educational Course - Room: Provincial North

11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Registration
12:00 PM - 12:05 PM
Welcome
12:05 PM - 12:55 PM
Review of the 2022 Landmark Papers
Vishaal Gupta, MD, FRCSC, MPH (Locum Gynecologic Oncologist at Trillium Health Partners)
12:55 PM - 1:25 PM
Networking Break
1:25 PM - 2:15 PM
Setting up an Academic Career
Taymaa May (Gynecologic Oncology at Princess Margaret Cancer Center)
2:15 PM - 2:30 PM
Closing Remarks and Open Discussion

Biology course - Room: Provincial North

3:00 PM - 3:10 PM
Welcome
Melica Nourmoussavi Brodeur (Fellow, Postdoctoral Research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)
Marta Llaurado Fernandez (Program Manager & Research Associate, Obstetrics and Gynecology at The University of British Columbia)
Lesley Roberts (Gynecologic Oncologist at University of Manitoba/Cancer Care Manitoba)
3:10 PM - 3:40 PM
CRISPR-based Screening Technology for the Identification of Therapeutic Targets in Gynecologic Cancers
At the end of the session, participants will:
1. Review the molecular basis of CRISPR-based technology for gene editing.
2. Discuss how CRISPR screens are used to identify drug targets including synergistic activation mediator
(SAM) screens and synthetic lethality screens.
3. Review specific examples of this technology being used for drug discovery in ovarian cancer. (E.g. PKMYT1 synthetic lethality in CCNE1 amplified ovarian as an example of the discovery pipeline taking CRISPR screens from bench to bedside.
4. Discuss current challenges in finding therapies for gynecologic cancers (resistance, recurrence, metastases) and how the CRISPR-based technology can accelerate preclinical research.
David Gallo (Senior Scientist II, Cancer Biology at Repare Therapeutics)
3:40 PM - 4:10 PM
Pre-clinical models for drug discovery and testing.
At the end of the session, participants will:
1. Describe some of the most recent pre-clinical models for the study of ovarian cancer.
2. Evaluate the strengths and limitations of the different model systems.
3. Recognize how these models can be used to test new therapeutic interventions.
4. Evaluate the potential of these models to serve in clinical decision making.
Anne-Marie Mes-Masson (Associate Scientific Director, Basic and Translational Research of CRCHUM)
4:10 PM - 4:35 PM
Networking Break
4:35 PM - 5:05 PM
Preclinical Research Requirements for Clinical Trial Readiness in Gynecologic Cancers
At the end of the session, participants will:
1. Review the types of in-vitro and/or in-vivo experiments and processes required for clinical trial approval.
2. Discuss examples of how preclinical data quality can lead to success and/or failure in the conduct of Phase 1 clinical trials.
3. Review novel clinical trials designs for the evaluation of targeted therapies in the era of molecular subtypes.
4. Discuss the use of predictive biomarkers to guide clinical trial design.
Shannon Westin (Professor, Medical Director, Gynecologic Oncology Center Director, Early Drug Development and Phase I Trials of Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center)
5:05 PM - 5:15 PM
Wrap up
Melica Nourmoussavi Brodeur (Fellow, Postdoctoral Research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)
Marta Llaurado Fernandez (Program Manager & Research Associate, Obstetrics and Gynecology at The University of British Columbia)
5:15 PM - 7:15 PM
Fellows Half-Day Reception and Speed Networking - Room: Provincial South

CPD Plenary - Room: Civic Ballroom

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Fellows Half-Day

Fellows Educational Course

The Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada is pleased to invite you to the third Fellows Educational Course. Two accomplished gynecologic oncologists will discuss topics relevant to fellows, residents, and early-career attendings.

During the first hour of the course, we will be reviewing five impactful articles in gynecologic oncology, published in 2022. We believe that this session will be beneficial to all fellows.


During the second hour of the session, we will focus on setting up your academic career. A successful academic gynecologic oncologist will share with us insightful tips and advice on how to successfully plan your career. 

 

This Fellows Educational Course promises to be an amazing in-person session!


Learning objectives

At the end of this session, participants will be able to:

  • Discuss practice-changing research evidence.
  • Provide tools to gynecologic oncology fellows, residents, and early-career attendings to develop successful academic careers.
  • Illustrate job negotiation, finances, academic tracks, leadership roles and work-life balance. 

Molecular Biology for Gynecologic Cancers Course

Identifying and Evaluating Novel Therapeutics: from Bench to Bedside


The objective of this symposium is to discuss current, relevant, molecular and cell biology discoveries, highlighting how these insights impact our understanding of the pathogenesis and treatment of cancer. The goal is to provide engaging and enlightening presentations geared to clinicians with a view to broadening their knowledge of the basic science of cancer as it relates to the prevention, detection, and treatment of cancer. Key historical advances that have shaped our approach to cancer are of interest.


For the 2023 symposium, we will be discussing how models can be used to better understand the molecular profile of different gynecological cancers, test drug responses, and improve patient outcomes.

Speakers

Alon Altman (Professor, Gynecologic Oncology at University of Manitoba, Cancercare Manitoba)

Alon Altman

Professor, Gynecologic Oncology at University of Manitoba, Cancercare Manitoba

Christopher Booth MD FRCPC (Professor of Oncology and Public Health Sciences Canada Research Chair in Population Cancer Care Director, Division of Cancer Care and Epidemiology at Queen's University and Kingston Health Sciences Centre)

Christopher Booth MD FRCPC

Professor of Oncology and Public Health Sciences Canada Research Chair in Population Cancer Care Director, Division of Cancer Care and Epidemiology at Queen's University and Kingston Health Sciences Centre

Melica Nourmoussavi Brodeur (Fellow, Postdoctoral Research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)

Melica Nourmoussavi Brodeur

Fellow, Postdoctoral Research at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Mark Carey (Professor, Gynecologic Oncology at University of British Columbia)

Mark Carey

Professor, Gynecologic Oncology at University of British Columbia

Maxime Côté MD FRCSC (Fellow at Division of gynecology-oncology - CHU de Québec - Université Laval)

Maxime Côté MD FRCSC

Fellow at Division of gynecology-oncology - CHU de Québec - Université Laval

Samuel Dubé (MD, FRCSC. Gynecologic oncologist. Associate Professor. at Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada.)

Samuel Dubé

MD, FRCSC. Gynecologic oncologist. Associate Professor. at Division of Gynecologic Oncology, Université de Montréal, Montréal, Québec, Canada.

Rachelle Findley (Gynecologic Oncologist at Nova Scotia Cancer Centre)

Rachelle Findley

Gynecologic Oncologist at Nova Scotia Cancer Centre

David Gallo (Senior Scientist II, Cancer Biology at Repare Therapeutics)

David Gallo

Senior Scientist II, Cancer Biology at Repare Therapeutics

Vishaal Gupta, MD, FRCSC, MPH (Locum Gynecologic Oncologist at Trillium Health Partners)

Vishaal Gupta, MD, FRCSC, MPH

Locum Gynecologic Oncologist at Trillium Health Partners

Anjelica Hodgson (Gynecologic Pathologist at University Health Network)

Anjelica Hodgson

Gynecologic Pathologist at University Health Network

Liat Hogen (Gynecologic Oncologist at Princess Margaret Cancer Cente)

Liat Hogen

Gynecologic Oncologist at Princess Margaret Cancer Cente

Warner Huh (Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UAB Medicine)

Warner Huh

Chair of the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at UAB Medicine

Rahima Jamal (Medical Director, PARC/Unit for Innovative Therapies of CRCHUM)

Rahima Jamal

Medical Director, PARC/Unit for Innovative Therapies of CRCHUM

Iwa Kong, MSc MD FRCPC

Clinical Associate Professor at BC Cancer

Susie Lau (Gyn Oncologist at McGill University/Sir Mortimer B. Davis Jewish General Hospital)

Susie Lau

Gyn Oncologist at McGill University/Sir Mortimer B. Davis Jewish General Hospital

Marta Llaurado Fernandez (Program Manager & Research Associate, Obstetrics and Gynecology at The University of British Columbia)

Marta Llaurado Fernandez

Program Manager & Research Associate, Obstetrics and Gynecology at The University of British Columbia

Genevieve MacAulay Vacheresse (Gynecologic Oncology Fellow at University of Ottawa)

Genevieve MacAulay Vacheresse

Gynecologic Oncology Fellow at University of Ottawa

Taymaa May (Gynecologic Oncology at Princess Margaret Cancer Center)

Taymaa May

Gynecologic Oncology at Princess Margaret Cancer Center

Anne-Marie Mes-Masson (Associate Scientific Director, Basic and Translational Research of CRCHUM)

Anne-Marie Mes-Masson

Associate Scientific Director, Basic and Translational Research of CRCHUM

Le Thi Nguyen Gia (Medical specialist in Palliative Medicine, Medical specialist in Family Medicine, Clinical Teacher at the at University of Montreal)

Le Thi Nguyen Gia

Medical specialist in Palliative Medicine, Medical specialist in Family Medicine, Clinical Teacher at the at University of Montreal

Lesley Roberts (Gynecologic Oncologist at University of Manitoba/Cancer Care Manitoba)

Lesley Roberts

Gynecologic Oncologist at University of Manitoba/Cancer Care Manitoba

Kimberly Stewart (Gynecologic Oncology Fellow at University of British Columbia)

Kimberly Stewart

Gynecologic Oncology Fellow at University of British Columbia

Danielle Vicus (Gynecologic Oncologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre - Odette Cancer Centre)

Danielle Vicus

Gynecologic Oncologist at Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre - Odette Cancer Centre

Tania Vrionis (Chief Executive Officer at Ovarian Cancer Canada)

Tania Vrionis

Chief Executive Officer at Ovarian Cancer Canada

Britta Weigelt (Associate Attending Molecular Geneticist, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Director, Gynecology DMT Research Laboratory at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center)

Britta Weigelt

Associate Attending Molecular Geneticist, Department of Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Director, Gynecology DMT Research Laboratory at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Shannon Westin (Professor, Medical Director, Gynecologic Oncology Center Director, Early Drug Development and Phase I Trials of Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center)

Shannon Westin

Professor, Medical Director, Gynecologic Oncology Center Director, Early Drug Development and Phase I Trials of Department of Gynecologic Oncology and Reproductive Medicine, The University of Texas, MD Anderson Cancer Center

Thank you for registering. Note that the listed price does not include taxes. HST will be added at the end of your checkout as the event takes place in Toronto, ON. Early bird prices will be available until February 28th, 2023 at 11:59pm EST.


Cancellation and refund policy

All registration fees are non-refundable. 


Questions regarding the event? Email us at enquiry@gyneoncology.ca.

GOC member physicians-CPD Friday only

Member PriceC$475.-

GOC member fellows-CPD Friday only

Member PriceC$285.-

Other GOC members-CPD Friday only

Member PriceC$220.-

Retired GOC members-CPD Friday only

Member PriceC$125.-

Medical students-CPD Friday only

Public PriceC$165.-

Sponsor and partners-CPD Friday only

*This fee is for additional registrants outside the sponsorship complimentary registrations.*

Public PriceC$605.-

Member conference dinner

Member PriceC$150.-

Non-member conference dinner

Public PriceC$200.-

Non-member physicians-CPD Friday only

Public PriceC$605.-

Non-member fellows-CPD Friday only

Public PriceC$305.-

Other non-members-CPD Friday only

Public PriceC$290.-

Non member Opening reception at Sheraton-Drinks only after the fellows half day

Public PriceC$50.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-GOC member fellows

Member PriceC$100.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-GOC member physicians

Member PriceC$110.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-Other GOC members

Member PriceC$105.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-Non-member fellows

Public PriceC$110.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-Non GOC member physicians

Public PriceC$130.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-Other non GOC members

Public PriceC$115.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-Retired GOC members

Member PriceC$80.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-Sponsor and partners

This fee is for additional registrants outside the sponsorship complimentary registrations.

Public PriceC$160.-

Fellows half day, Thursday only-medical students

Public PriceComplimentary

GOC Executive-CPD

Member PriceComplimentary

GOC Executive-Fellows half day

Member PriceComplimentary

GOC Executive-Conference dinner

Member PriceComplimentary

GOC Invited partner rep-CPD

Public PriceComplimentary

Speaker-CPD

Public PriceComplimentary

Speaker-Fellows half day

Public PriceComplimentary

GOC Staff-Full event

Public PriceComplimentary

GOC staff conference dinner

Public PriceComplimentary

Sponsor/Exhibitor representatives conference dinner

Public PriceComplimentary

Accommodation & Travel

ACCOMMODATION AT GOC'S CPD

We have negotiated room discounts and secured a limited number of group-rate hotel rooms. The group rate rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Book early for the best selection and price by clicking on the image above.


A valid credit card is required to secure a group rate. Cancellations received within 72 hours of arrival date will incur 1-night room and tax cancellation charge, outside of 72 hours there will be no charge. Complimentary Wi-Fi in all guest rooms with group rate. Be sure to add your hotel rewards number when booking to receive points for your loyalty program.

TRAVEL TO GOC'S CPD

  • Save 5% on standard fares, 10% on flex fares and higher (flights within North America)
  • Save 10% on standard fares and higher (International travel)
  • The booking is to be made to the following city: Toronto, YYZ (ON)
  • The travel period begins Thursday, April 20, 2023 and ends Saturday, May 06, 2023.

Enter the promo code when booking your flight at www.aircanada.com.

Promotion code: EMHW9C61 

  • Save 5% on Econo* and 10% off EconoFlex and Premium fares for travel within Canada.
  • Save 2% off Econo*, 5% off EconoFlex and 10% off Premium base fares for guests travelling trans-border
  • The travel period begins Thursday, April 20, 2023 and ends Saturday, May 06, 2023.
  • No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings. 
  • The booking is to be made to the following city: Toronto, YYZ (ON)

www.westjet.com/conventions

Enter the discount code: 1S5B5PY

Promo code (travel agent GDS only): YBD22

No discount will apply to Basic or Business class bookings

Please note that the Porter airline code will be added soon. 

Venue

Venue

Sheraton Centre Toronto
123 Queen Street West
Toronto, ON, Canada

Contact us

For additional event or venue information, please send an email to enquiry@gyneoncology.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions

General

Do I have to be a GOC member to register for the event?

No, this GOC event is open to Non-members and GOC members.


Is the event virtual?

The CPD event is only available in an in-person format.


Does the CPD registration the Fellows half day?

No, the Fellows half day is a separate registration option.


When does the early bird pricing end?

February 28th, 2023, at 11:59pm PST.


Does the event have any social activities?

Yes, you can attend the fellows' half-day reception on April 27th or the CPD dinner on April 28th. Please remember to add these tickets to your registration when registering. 


Where can I find the event learning objectives?

Click here to view the event details.


Who are the speakers?

Get to know the speakers by clicking here.


Where can I find the CPD agenda?

Access the CPD agenda by clicking here.

Travel and Accommodation

Where can I stay in Toronto during the CPD event?

We have negotiated room discounts and secured a limited number of group-rate hotel rooms. The group rate rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Book early for the best selection and price​A valid credit card is required to secure a group rate. Cancellations received within 72 hours of arrival date will incur 1-night room and tax cancellation charge, outside of 72 hours there will be no charge. Complimentary Wi-Fi in all guest rooms with group rate. Be sure to add your hotel rewards number when booking to receive points for your loyalty program.


How can I get to Toronto?

Save on your trip to Toronto by using our event discount travel codes. Click here to access the codes.

Planning Committee

The members of GOC's CPD Program Planning Committee are healthcare experts from various fields with a focus on gynecologic oncology care and research. The primary objective of the committee is to represent the interests of the intended audience at CPD by ensuring that the educational content of the conference aligns with the overall goals of all internal and external stakeholders attending this conference. The committee is responsible for organizing and creating the conference content while also recruiting the required faculty members.

Susie Lau

Chair

Gynecologic Oncologist

McGill University/Sir Mortimer B. Davis Jewish General Hospital

Conflict of Interest

Joannie Neveu

Chair-Elect

Gynecologic Oncologist

Dr. H. Bliss Murphy Cancer Centre

Conflict of Interest

Helen MacKay

Member

Medical Oncologist

Odette Cancer Centre, Sunnybrook Health 

Conflict of Interest

Alon Altman

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

CancerCare Manitoba

Conflict of Interest

Jacob McGee

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

 London Health Science Centre

Conflict of Interest coming soon

Genevieve Bouchard-Fortier

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

Princess Margaret Cancer Centre

Conflict of Interest

Lesley Roberts

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

CancerCare Manitoba

Conflict of Interest coming soon

Tomer Feigenberg

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

Trillium Health Partners

Conflict of Interest

Mark Carey

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)

Conflict of Interest

Joanne Power

Member

Advanced Practice Nurse 

McGill University Health Centre

Conflict of Interest

Rachelle Findley

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

Nova Scotia Cancer Centre

Conflict of Interest

Cristina Mitric

Member

Fellow

University of Toronto

Conflict of Interest

Stephen Welch

Member

Medical Oncologist

Western University

Conflict of Interest coming soon

Marie-Hélène Auclair

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

Hôpital Maisonneuve-Rosemont

Conflict of Interest coming soon

Omar Touhami

Member

Gynecologic Oncologist

CIUSSS du Saguenay Lac Saint Jean

Conflict of Interest

Melica Nourmoussavi Brodeur

Member

Fellow, Postdoctoral Research Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center

Conflict of Interest

Laurence Bernard

Member

Fellow, Postdoctoral

MD Anderson Cancer Centre

Conflict of Interest coming soon

Yvette Drew

Member

Medical Oncologist

BC Cancer

Conflict of Interest

Sponsors & Exhibitors

Welcome to the Online Exhibition Manual for the 23rd Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Conference and Exhibition 2023, organized by The Society of Gynecologic Oncology of Canada (GOC). The event will take place from 27-28 April 2023 in Toronto, ON. We are thrilled that you have chosen to exhibit at our event.


This online manual has been designed to simplify your planning and address any concerns you may have about the exhibition. Here you can access essential details such as important deadlines, exhibitor/sponsor registration, and more.


It is critical that you review this manual carefully, as it outlines vital deadlines that your company must meet to avoid incurring any late or additional fees.


If you have any questions or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at enquiry@gyneoncology.ca

General event information

Our 23rd Continuing Professional Development (CPD) meeting will be held in-person at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel, located in Toronto, Ontario. The event is scheduled to take place from Thursday, April 27th to Friday, April 28th, 2023.


The event features an exceptional lineup of sessions and speakers that promise to be insightful and engaging. You may access the agenda online for more information. Click here to view the agenda.

We have negotiated room discounts and secured a limited number of group-rate hotel rooms. The group rate rooms are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis. Book early for the best selection and price​ by clicking on the image above. The discounted room rate will not be available after March 28th, 2023.


A valid credit card is required to secure a group rate. Cancellations received within 72 hours of arrival date will incur 1-night room and tax cancellation charge, outside of 72 hours there will be no charge. Complimentary Wi-Fi in all guest rooms with group rate. Be sure to add your hotel rewards number when booking to receive points for your loyalty program.


SAVE ON YOUR FLIGHT

Save on your flights by using our event travel codes with Air Canada or WestJet. Click here to access the travel codes.

Exhibitions are scheduled to take place on April 28th, concurrently with the main CPD event. Your exhibitor/sponsor registration will entitle you to complimentary breakfasts, coffee breaks, and lunch during the event. If your registration includes this option, you are welcome to attend the course on April 27th as well. All representatives registered under the allocated sponsorship/exhibitor registration will have access to the courses. However, any additional representatives will need to register separately for the courses.


The main plenary on April 28th will be in the Civic ballroom. The exhibit area will be accessible during the entire conference however, we ask that your table be attended specifically during the following peak times:


  • 09:45 - 10:15 Networking Break
  • 12:15 - 13:15 Lunch
  • 15:00 - 15:30 Networking Break

Booth space will be allocated by the GOC on a first-come, first-served basis, with priority given to companies whose official exhibitor contracts are received earliest.


To ensure priority space allocation, companies are advised to reserve their booth space as early as possible. Priority will also be given to companies based on their level of participation at the conference and their past support of the Society. Please note that the GOC reserves the right to accept or reject any application for space, and to relocate or reassign exhibit booths at any time for the benefit of the exhibition. Below is the floor plan of the exhibition area and plenary room.

SET UP AND DISMANTLE

The booth will be set up with the items below:

  • Carpet
  • Lounge furniture
  • Panel branding (3 back panels) artwork dimensions: 366px width X 866px height. ACCEPTED FILE TYPES (PDF, EPS, AI, INDD) Digital files (logo, photos, finished layouts, etc.) should be saved or exported from your design application to PDF with a minimum resolution of 300 dpi at 100% or 50% OF THE FINAL DESIRED PRODUCTION SIZE. The higher the resolution provided, the better the results. If you must send AI, EPS or INDD files, be sure to include all links and fonts. Do not submit GIF, Word (doc), PowerPoint (ppt), PNG, JPEG or any file formatted for or taken from a website as they are not suited for large format printing. Artwork files that must be opened in their native* applications and exported to the required file types. ALL files should include 1/4" (6mm) bleed on all sides and crop/cut/trim marks set at the final graphic size as shown below.
  • Submit all panel branding by April 6th, 2023. No extension will be provided by the printer and booth builders.
  • *Add-ons: TV screen and literature display rack. Please email enquiry@gyneoncology.ca if you wish to add these options.

Below is a sample of the booth space. Please note that the layout might differ slightly.

The booth contractor will commence setting up the booths on April 27th at 6:00 pm EST. You are welcome to view the booth space during the set-up process. The booth set-up is estimated to take about four hours to complete for all booths. Following this, you can proceed to set up your handouts or booth materials either on the same day or the next morning as early as 6:00 am EST.


All booths will be dismantled at 6:00 pm EST on April 28th. Please ensure that you remove all your personal belongings from the booth before the specified time. The booth contractor will be responsible for dismantling all booths.

To find out about sponsorship opportunities, click here.