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Date

Sep 25 - 27 2026

Time

All Day

6th Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference (WCNMC 2026)

WCNMC 2026 will continue with it’s proud collaboration with Muscular Dystrophy Canada and the Neuromuscular Disease Network for Canada (NMD4C) to broaden reach and amplify impact. The WCNMC brings together clinicians, researchers, trainees, nurses, and allied health professionals for three days of clinical updates, case discussions, and neuromuscular research presentations. The program features keynote lectures, multidisciplinary sessions, a trainee research competition (oral presentations or poster abstracts), and dedicated networking opportunities.

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Important Details

Location: Hotel Arts, Calgary, Alberta
Dates: September 25 – 27, 2026

Early Bird Registration & Call for Abstracts: Registration is now open for the 6th Annual Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference (WCNMC)! Clinicians, researchers, trainees, and allied health professionals are encouraged to submit abstracts.

  • Oral presentations: Extended to Apri 1st, 2026 
    Accepted Oral presenters will receive reimbursement of registration and an honourarium after the conference. 
  • Poster presentations: September 1st, 2026 
    Trainees presenting accepted posters will receive reimbursement of registration after the conference. 
*Basic science trainees attending the 2026 NMD4C Annual Meeting will receive complimentary registration to the WCNMC, making this an excellent opportunity to present research and engage with the broader neuromuscular community. 
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*Early Bird rates, offererd until August 14 2026.

Keynote Announcement

We are happy to share the first keynote speaker at the WCNMC 2026:

Professor Rita Horvath (Click to learn about the speaker)

Professor Rita Horvath is a leading clinician-scientist in rare neurogenetic disorders and Professor of Neurogenetics at the University of Cambridge, as well as an Honorary Consultant Neurologist at Addenbrooke’s Hospital. Her internationally recognized research focuses on the molecular basis of rare inherited neurological conditions, particularly mitochondrial diseases, with the aim of advancing diagnosis and developing effective treatments. She was elected Fellow of the Academy of Medical Sciences in 2023.

We are honoured to welcome her as a keynote speaker at WCNMC 2026.

Stay tuned, more exciting speaker announcements are on the way! We can’t wait to bring this community together for an inspiring and engaging WCNMC 2026.

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About the WCNMC (Click to open/close)

The Western Canadian Neuromuscular Conference (WCNMC) returns for its 6th edition in 2026, continuing its mission to foster collaboration, education, and innovation in the field of neuromuscular medicine. The 2024 event brought together over 130 engaged attendees including clinicians, researchers, trainees, and allied health professionals from across Canada and beyond to share knowledge and advance care for individuals living with neuromuscular diseases.

This event reaffirms WCNMC’s reputation as a cornerstone event for the neuromuscular community.

Building on that momentum, the 2026 conference will offer a weekend of clinical insights, collaboration, and connection. The program will feature updates on the diagnosis and management of nerve, muscle, and motor neuron diseases—delivered through engaging plenary talks, interactive case discussions, and rich networking opportunities. Both the clinicopathologic case discussions and research presentations will return in 2026, with research now thoughtfully integrated throughout the main program, alongside a dynamic exhibit hall, welcome reception, and conference dinner.

Who should attend? (Click to open/close)
  • Neuromuscular clinicians and researchers
  • Early‑career basic scientists, researchers and trainees (MD, MSc, PhD, residents, postdoc and clinical fellows)
  • Nurses and allied health professionals (PT/OT’s)
What to Expect? (Click to open/close)
  • Expert Keynote Speakers: Hear from internationally recognized leaders in neuromuscular medicine.
  • Interactive Sessions: Participate in dynamic case-based discussions, workshops, and Q&A panels.
  • Trainee Research Symposium: Celebrate the next generation of neuromuscular researchers through short oral presentations and poster sessions.
  • Networking Opportunities: Connect with peers, mentors, and industry partners during meals, exhibits, and social events.
  • Multidisciplinary Focus: Content tailored for neurologists, physiatrists, allied health professionals, and researchers.

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More details on registration, abstract submissions, accommodations and schedule are available on the event website. If you have any questions, please contact 

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