COA | CORS | CORA Annual Meeting
2026 Annual Meeting
June 10-13, 2026
St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Meeting Location: St. John’s Convention Centre and Delta St. John’s Hotel
The COA | CORS | CORA Annual Meeting is the Association’s premiere event offering educational and networking opportunities in one of Canada’s finest cities.
Both the Canadian Orthopaedic Research Society (CORS) and the Canadian Orthopaedic Residents’ Association (CORA) hold their respective Annual Meetings each year in conjunction with the COA event. Triple your opportunities to share best practices and learn from experts and thought leaders in all areas of orthopaedics.
Learn more about beautiful St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador and get a sneak peek at some of the amazing venues and locations that will host the 2026 Annual Meeting!
Accreditation Statement
The development of educational content for the Annual Meeting is governed by the National Standard for Support of Accredited CPD Activities established by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. This Standard provides a rigorous framework to ensure that all accredited continuing professional development (CPD) activities are designed and delivered with integrity, scientific validity, and independence from commercial influence. By adhering to these principles, the planning committee promotes transparency, equitable faculty engagement, and the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed education that meets the diverse needs of healthcare professionals.The COA is committed to offering quality accredited programming within a safe learning environment. Presentation format, scheduling, and inclusion in the final program are determined at the Association’s discretion. All activities will comply with applicable federal and provincial public health directives in effect at the time of the meeting.
Wednesday, June 10
- All Day – Canadian Orthopaedic Nurses Association (CONA) Annual Meeting
- AAC Research Meeting & Lab
- COA Board Meeting
- Late Afternoon – Meeting Kick-Off Session
- Late Afternoon – COA Bull Session
- Evening – Welcome Reception in the Exhibit Hall
Thursday, June 11
- Physical poster sessions
- Rapid-Fire presentations
- Podium sessions
- Combined subspecialty symposia
- General sessions
- Sponsored Lunch & Learns
- Evening – CORA (Residents) Party
- Evening – Past Presidents’ Dinner (by invitation)
Friday, June 12
- Morning – Your COA Business Meeting
- Physical poster sessions
- Rapid-Fire presentations
- Chair’s Choice Paper Session
- Podium sessions
- Combined subspecialty symposia
- General sessions
- Sponsored Lunch & Learns
- Evening – Kitchen Party!
Saturday, June 13
- Subspecialty Day
- 3:15-5:30 pm – ‘Cutting Edge’ Medical Student Workshop
- Evening – Optional Subspecialty BBQs (TBC)
2026 Program at a Glance
*Subject to changes.
Abstract Publication in BJJ Orthopaedic Proceedings
Review podium abstracts from past Annual Meetings, now published in the Bone & Joint Journal’s Orthopaedic Proceedings.
Future Meetings
- June 10-13, 2026 – St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
- June 2-5, 2027 – Calgary, Alberta
2025 Sponsors
The COA and its affiliate societies would like to acknowledge the ongoing support and collaboration received through our industry partners.
Interested in becoming a sponsor? Contact us