News, Updates and Events for the PA Section of the CAP-ACP
Welcome to your go-to source for current announcements, events, policy developments, and member highlights to the Pathologists’ Assistant Section, and Pathology developments in general. Here we will share insights, important deadlines, and stories that matter to our community, keeping members informed and connected.
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Upcoming Events
| Date | Event |
| May 28-29 | 2026 Canadian Laboratory Automation and Computational Pathology Summit |
| June 27 | Neuropathology for Pathologists’ Assistants Education Session |
| November 17-20 | 2026 ASCP & CAP-ACP Joint Annual Scientific Meeting |
2026 Canadian Laboratory Automation and Computational Pathology Summit
The CAP-ACP, together with industry partners is hosting a 2-day event May 28-29, 2026, in Vancouver, BC.
Day 1 will focus on digital pathology implementation and lab automation, including systems available and experiences from various labs that have incorporated automation.
Day 2 will emphasize Computational Pathology and Precision Diagnostics, including the evolving role of the pathologist in therapy selection, biomarker testing, and integration of genomic data into clinical workflows.
This is an in person event only. Attendance for PAs is complimentary (spots limited). For more information and to register, please click the ‘more info’ button.
Neuropathology for Pathologists' Assistants Education Session
The PA Section of the CAP-ACP is hosting a one time paid educational session on the topic of Neuropathology for Pathologists’ Assistants, held virtually on Saturday June 27, 2026 from 10am – 5:10 pm EST. This event will provide a review of neuroanatomy and histology, as well as a review of grossing, biobanking, frozen sections, neuropathology in medical and forensic autopsy settings, common CNS tumours, and will include a tutorial on brain cutting. The continuing education hours from this event are eligible towards CCCPA-CCCAP and ASCP recertification hours, but is unaccredited towards Section 1 and Section 3 credits.
For more information, including schedule and speakers, click the ‘more info’ button.
2026 ASCP & CAP-ACP Joint Annual Scientific Meeting
The 2026 ASCP & CAP-ACP Annual Scientific Meeting, being held on November 17-20, 2026, at the Palais des congrès de Montréal, will be the essential global gathering of the entire pathology and laboratory medicine community.
Attend the 2026 ASCP/CAP-ACP Annual Meeting for an unequaled experience with education and networking opportunities that will help to bring your skills and knowledge to an entirely new level.
For more information and to register, please click the ‘more info’ button.