Rogers Centre Ottawa welcomed medical educators, physicians and trainees in late October for the International Conference on Residency Education (ICRE).
The conference, which ran from 22–24 October 2026, is the world’s largest gathering dedicated exclusively to advancing residency education, the postgraduate training that prepares doctors for specialist practice.
The annual event brought together more than 1,500 participants to exchange ideas, share research and explore approaches to training the next generation of physicians. This year’s theme, Thriving in Uncertainty: Residency Education in a World of Change, guided discussions about how medical education can respond to an evolving healthcare landscape.
Catlin Pilon, conference specialist, Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, said: “The International Conference on Residency Education (ICRE) rotates annually between major cities in Canada, but Ottawa consistently attracts our strongest attendance. This year, we are welcoming participants from 30 countries and recording our highest attendance ever. With the Royal College headquartered in Ottawa, it is a wonderful opportunity to show our international community the city we call home.
“Rogers Centre Ottawa gives us the combination of flexible space and exceptional service that we need. From planning and contracting through to on-site operations, the team has been a pleasure to work with. There is a real willingness to help and a consistently high standard of customer service."
Carly Grace, vice president of sales at Rogers Centre Ottawa, added: “Our team understands the importance of creating a welcoming environment where delegates can concentrate on learning, exchanging ideas and building relationships. This was evident throughout the week as we supported an event that is perfectly suited to the venue and city in terms of size, content and calibre of attendees.”
ICRE concluded a busy month for medical meetings at Rogers Centre Ottawa, following the Canadian Cardiovascular Congress, held at the venue from 15–17 October.
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