Conference FAQs
GENERAL
When and where will the conference take place?
The Fall Professional Development Conference will be held on September 22 & 23, 2023. It will be in person in Edmonton at the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel.
When will registration open/close?
Registration is now open. Please visit the Registration tab from the main conference page to sign up to attend.
Registration Deadline: September 11, 2023
I am unable to take the whole day off work. Can I register for specific sessions or a half-day?
Logistically, we are not able to provide that option at this time. Only full two-day conference registration is available.
I’m not an RxA member, can I still attend the conference?
Currently, our conferences are RxA member-exclusive events. Information on becoming an RxA member can be found by clicking here.
How much does it cost to attend the PD Conference?
- RxA Pharmacist Member: $375
- RxA 4th Year Student Member: $150
What does the cost of my registration include?
You will receive a name badge when you arrive on site. With your name badge, you will have access to attend all plenary sessions and concurrent sessions, the Annual General Meeting, and the Wine and Cheese reception. Meals on Saturday are also included with your conference registration cost.
Does the registration fee include travel costs for the conference?
No. All travel costs, including air and hotel accommodations, are the attendee’s responsibility. See below for details on hotel accommodations through the conference venue.
Is on-demand or live streaming viewing available?
No. Only in-person participation is available for this event.
SESSIONS
Where do I find the conference agenda or session times?
You can view the conference schedule on the main conference page.
Is there a choice of concurrent sessions to attend?
Yes, there are concurrent sessions scheduled for Saturday, September 23, 2023. Concurrent sessions will be 60 minutes long, including time for Q&A.
Will CCCEP credits be available for conference sessions?
Yes, you are able to claim CCCEP credits for the sessions you attend.
CCCEP CEUs Available: To be announced.
ACCOMMODATIONS
How do I make a hotel reservation?
A special RxA PD Conference rate is available until September 1, 2023. Instructions on how to book accommodations at the host hotel will be provided in your registration confirmation email.
Since the event is at the airport, will I have to pay for parking?
No, parking is free for conference attendees.
ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING (AGM)
When is RxA’s AGM?
Preceding the Fall Professional Development Conference, RxA will be holding the Annual General Meeting (AGM) on the evening of Friday, September 22, 2023.
How do I attend only the AGM?
Details regarding the AGM can be found here.
EXHIBIT HALL
Will there be an exhibit hall?
There will be an exhibit hall where exhibitors can interact with attendees and showcase their products.
My company would like to participate as an exhibitor – how does that work?
If you are interested in joining the Exhibit Hall, please contact regan.wing@rxa.ca for more details.
Registration Deadline for Exhibitors: September 8, 2023
If you have further questions, please email rxa@rxa.ca