Join us in EDMONTON
March 31, 2026
Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre | 11727 Kingsway NW, Edmonton, AB
From cleanse to close, we’re bringing skin and wound care skills and education to the forefront in this unique, impactful event.
Clinicians from all levels of care in Edmonton, Alberta and the surrounding regions are invited to join us at the Chateau Louis Hotel & Conference Centre on March 31, 2026 for a station-based clinical education workshop offering practical, hands-on product training and best practice education across the advanced wound healing continuum for acute and chronic wounds.
Who should attend?
To be held in Edmonton, Alberta, this WoundWISE™ event is intended to serve health care professionals and wound care specialists in Edmonton and the surrounding regions.
WoundWISE™ is best for:
- Home & Community Care Providers
- Long-Term Care Professionals
- Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence (NSWOCs)
- Skin Wellness Associate Nurses (SWANs)
- Acute Care Clinicians
- Any health care professionals looking to enhance practical skills and clinical knowledge of caring for an individual experiencing skin and wound related challenges.
SIX Reasons to attend
WoundWISE™ Edmonton 2026
1
Enhance Clinical & Cost Outcomes
Gain practical strategies and product expertise to optimize patient healing and resource utilization.
2
Interactive, Rotating Stations
Dedicated hands-on time with each company/product, plus clinical expert demonstrations and direct engagement with NSWOCs or SWANs at select stations.
3
Influential Keynote Presentations
Hear from top local wound care leaders, offering vital context for your hands-on learning, empowering you to drive better patient outcomes with innovative solutions and best practices.
4
Certificate of Attendance
All attendees receive an NSWOCC®-issued certificate of attendance after the event.
5
Quality Networking Opportunities
A valuable change to connect with peers and industry leaders during dedicated breaks.
6
Top-Notch Nourishment
It wouldn't be a WoundWISE™ event without great food and refreshments to keep you nourished throughout your learning journey!
Hands-on skin and wound care education labs designed for real, transferable skills.
Learning OBJECTIVES
To be announced closer to the event.
- Check back soon for details!
Keynote Speakers
Paulo Da Rosa
RN, BScN, NSWOC, MClScWH, WOCC(C)
St. Joseph's Health Care London – Parkwood Institute
Clinical Nurse Specialist, ETN, Certified Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC)
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Coming soon!
Presenting on: TBA
Lina Martins
MScN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC
London Health Sciences Centre
Clinical Nurse Specialist – Skin, Wound, Ostomy Team (SWOT), Certified Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC)
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Lina Martins is a Clinical Nurse Specialist, certified Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) at London Health Sciences Centre in Canada. She graduated from Western University with a BSc/MSc in Nursing and completed her wound, ostomy and continence education through the Wound, Ostomy, Continence Institute (1999).
Lina was instrumental in establishing the Skin, Wound, Ostomy Team (SWOT) at LHSC along with the introduction of wound/ostomy outpatient clinics at both University and Victoria sites. Lina provides consultation on acute/chronic wounds and ostomy care, with a specialized focus on fistula management, complicated stoma presentations, pressure injury prevalence/prevention/treatment and diabetic foot ulcers/lower limb care. She advocates on behalf of patients across the continuum of care and provides leadership, mentorship, and education to staff/patients/students. She has received a Clinical Preceptor Outstanding Educator Award (nominated by students) and the LHSC Exceptional Educator Award 2023.
Lina has been the Editor-in-Chief for the NSWOC Advance for several years and has been instrumental in her role as Editor-in-Chief in recently growing this journal to a more scientific and academic-focused publication to reflect the high standards of wound, ostomy and continence specialty under the newly branded Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence. As well, Lina maintains her position as the Canadian Features Section Editor for the Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence Nursing.
Lina has been awarded the designation of a Fellow of Nursing Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (FNSWOC), a professional distinction reflecting specialized knowledge, experience, commitment, and contributions to the field, positioning Lina as a leader who advocates for quality improvement within healthcare systems and mentors the next generation of professionals.
Lina has published on both wound/ostomy issues, inclusive of peristomal skin complications and a research validated/standardized peristomal skin tool. She was a panel participant in the development of RNAO Best Practice Guidelines for ostomy care, and the CorHealth Ontario Saving Lower Limbs – Introducing a new Ontario Lower Limb Preservation Strategy, NSWOCC Debridement BPR, Paediatric Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis BPR and Paediatric Ostomy BPR, and the Canadian MASD (moisture associated skin damage) Tool.
Presenting on: TBA
HERE'S THE PLAN
* Agenda subject to change as details are confirmed leading up to the event.
Time | Session |
|---|---|
8:30 AM - 9:00 AM | Check-in & Networking |
9:00 AM - 9:30 AM | KEYNOTE PRESENTATION #1 Details TBA |
9:30 AM - 11:30 AM | WORKSHOP SESSION #1 Attendees rotate through their first half of the hands-on educational product stations. (25 minutes at each station + five minute transitions) |
11:30 AM - 12:30 PM | Lunch + Networking KEYNOTE PRESENTATION #2 Details TBA |
12:30 PM - 2:30 PM | WORKSHOP SESSION #2 Attendees rotate through their final half of the hands-on educational product stations. (25 minutes each + 5 minute transitions) |
2:30 PM - 2:45 PM | Closing Remarks |
2:45 PM | Teardown |
Advanced Approaches to Wound Cleansing & Wound Hygiene
Also known as Super Oxidizing Saline, learn how to use pure and stable hypochlorous acid (HOCl) solutions like PureCleanse™ and PureGel™, and learn best practices for advancing skin and wound cleansing and irrigation in your practice.
Presented by:
Featured NSWOC Educator:
Best Practices & Professional Development in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Care
Gain essential support and information for Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) and other healthcare professionals. Explore best practice recommendations and avenues for continuing education to strengthen your competency and proficiency in skin and wound management.
Presented by:
Featured Educator:
More topics to be added soon!
Check back in the coming days for more education stations to be added to the program as we get closer to the event.
Biomiq Inc. is a hypochlorous company. Experts in pure, shelf-stable hypochlorous acid (HOCl), the super oxidizing saline powering safer, smarter care across wound, surgical, and eye care. Biomiq pairs product innovation with scientific rigour and clinical partnerships to deliver safe and effective solutions that reduce bioburden, support healing, and raise the standard of care.
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Cardinal Health Canada helps to simplify supply chain for a more sustainable and resilient Canadian healthcare, providing you trusted products, services, and solutions. As a supporting partner, Cardinal Health Canada will be educating on how it empowers confident care with innovative products and trusted distribution. Learn how a streamlined supply chain simplifies your practice, empowering the delivery of quality care to patients and residents with peace of mind.
Visit their booth at WoundWISE™ to learn about:
Coloplast Canada develops products and services that make life easier for people with very personal and private medical conditions. Working closely with the people who use their products, Coloplast creates solutions that are sensitive to their special needs. We call this intimate healthcare. Its business includes ostomy care, continence care, urology and wound and skin care. Operating globally, Coloplast employs more than 11,000 people.
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Mölnlycke Health Care is a world-leading MedTech company that specialises in innovative solutions for wound care and surgical procedures. Mölnlycke products and solutions are used daily by hospitals, health care providers and patients in over 100 countries around the world.
Get hands-on at WoundWISE™ with:
Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC®) is a registered charity and membership-based association for nurses specializing in wound, ostomy and continence care across Canada. Through its Wound, Ostomy and Continence (WOC) Institute, NSWOCC delivers the NSWOC education program and supports CNA-recognized certification (WOCC®) for clinicians advancing best practice.
Visit their station at WoundWISE™ to learn about:
Check back in the coming days for more educating and supporting industry partners to be announced as we get closer to the event.
Ontario Health atHome (South West Region) partners with regional health care providers and organizations to deliver coordinated, evidence-based home and community care services. Through the South West Regional Wound Care Program, Ontario Health atHome facilitates clinical expertise, education, and system navigation to support optimal wound management and person-centered care across the continuum.
Visit their station at WoundWISE™ to learn about:
Perfuse Medtec Inc. is a Canadian medical device company that manufactures and distributes the geko™ device. The geko™ device is a self-adhesive, wireless, muscle pump activator designed to increase blood flow in the legs, which helps to manage swelling (edema), prevent deep vein thrombosis (DVT), and promote wound healing.
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WoundWISE™ brings health care professionals together for hands-on product labs in wound innovation and skills education. The initiative exists to facilitate the education and advancement of best practices in use of wound care technologies through interactive learning, collaboration, and clinical excellence.
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