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Next Clinical Research Associate (CRA) Lunch and Learn training sessions announced

We are pleased to inform you that the Canadian Cancer Trials Group (CCTG) is organizing our next Clinical Research Associate (CRA) Lunch and Learn training program, to be held on Wednesday, May 13th, 2026, at 12 pm ET on the topic: NCTN Clinical Trial Support Unit (CTSU) OPEN System and upcoming changes

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Lynn Dwernychuk Award for Excellence in Clinical Trials Conduct

Congratulations to Lynn Dwernychuk for being honoured with the CCTG Award for Excellence in Clinical Trials Conduct, presented to her last weekend at the Annual Spring Meeting of Participants. Lynn was recognized by her peers as an individual who exemplifies excellence in clinical trial operations and compliance. She serves as the Director of Clinical Research at the Saskatchewan Cancer Agency and holds an Adjunct Professorship with the College of Graduate Studies and Research at the University of Saskatchewan.

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CCTG Pharmacy Network is actively seeking pharmacy representation

The CCTG Pharmacy Network is actively seeking pharmacy representation for the following:

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CCTG recognizes the pase III clinical trial work of Dr. Jelena Lukovic

CCTG is delighted to recognize the early career of Dr. Jelena Lukovic who was presented with the CCTG Dr. Ralph Meyer Phase III Young Investigator Award this past weekend at the Spring Meeting of Participants in Toronto. This award is given to an outstanding young investigator who is working on a CCTG Phase III clinical trial.She is the Canadian PI for the international NEEDS trial evaluating definitive chemoradiotherapy for squamous cell esophageal cancer.  

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 Dr Connor Wells

Congratulations to Dr. Connor Wells who is a new investigator enrolling patients to the CRC.10 study at Alberta Health's Arthur J.E. Child Comprehensive Cancer Centre.

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Maria Ricci Memorial Lectureship In Oncology- Dr. Rebecca Auer
Dr. Rebecca Auer is our guest speaker this year at the Maria Ricci Memorial Lectureship In Oncology taking place at the CCTG Spring Meeting Read More

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2026 CCTG Annual Spring Meeting is only 1 week away!

On-site registration – Located on the 2nd floor of the Chelsea Hotel

  • If you did not receive an invitation to Spring Meeting, and you meet the eligibility criteria, you can register on-site by going to the non-registration desk.

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The 2025 CCTG Plenary Session announces speakers - Dr Chi Dr Nappi Dr Spreafico and Dr Chan

CCTG is pleased to announce the agenda for the Plenary Session at the #CCTG2026 Spring Meeting. 

The Plenary Session is on Friday April 24 4:30 - 5:30 in the Mountbatten Room at the Chelsea Hotel in Toronto. Each of the talks highlight important CCTG clinical trials and is a Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada accredited session. Thank you to this years CCTG Plenary Co-Chairs: Dr. Wendy Parulekar, Dr. Annette Hay, Dr. Wei Tu, and Dr. John Queenan.

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