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We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Interpersonal Skills (see call for papers for more info). What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We...

It’s National AccessAbility Week! It’s a chance for us to take a moment for recognition of the many amazing contributions that people with disabilities have made, and continue to make, to our communities. In Canada, we’re surrounded by examples of people with disabilities who...

The World Health Organization (WHO) is inviting healthcare professionals around the world to participate in a survey to collect data about risk factors and their controls for health and safety of health workers in COVID-19. The data collected through this survey will inform high...

The JMIRS annual special editions are a collection of papers on special interest and topical areas. We aim to engage a community of authors and readers, to help highlight the latest research and to develop new ideas and research directions. We are delighted to...

Dear CAMRT Members, While it may seem like a cliché, it would be hard to disagree that we truly are in unprecedented times. The speed and intensity of the global spread of COVID-19 is affecting most every aspect of our lives. At CAMRT, we...

Save up to 45% off regular GoodLife Fitness membership rates! As a CAMRT member, you have access to exclusive GoodLife Fitness membership pricing at any of the over 250 clubs across Canada. For only $499 annually (or $21.12 bi-weekly) + tax, you, and up...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) is pleased to announce the appointment of Irving Gold as its new Chief Executive Officer. Irving comes to CAMRT with two decades of experience in research environments, government relations and advocacy, and association leadership. His career...

We are pleased to announce that after a rigorous selection process, Dr. Amanda Bolderston has been ratified as the new Editor-in-Chief (EIC) of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences as of January 1, 2020. Dr. Bolderston teaches undergraduate research for the Radiation...

Join us  at RSNA 2019 : 105th Scientific Assembly and Annual Meeting from December 1–6 | McCormick Place, Chicago.   Associated Sciences Courses – December 1-2 This year, the Associated Sciences Courses program has  some great topics with a bit of a global theme...

Join in real time discussions with peers across Canada! The CAMRT Communities of Practice (COPs) enable real time discussions, the ability to share information, or trouble-shoot practice related issues on a secure platform with experts in your field.   Coming to CAMRT COPs Get...

  Enjoy the rest of your summer with our newest issue of the CAMRT Newsletter at hand. Highlights from Volume 37.3: Reports on CONNECT 2019, GameChangers, CAIR and more A look into the CAMRT Mental Health Survey Member recognition And much more! Click here...

We are preparing a special issue on the topic of Interpersonal Skills, to be published in December 2020. Our goal is to present material of the highest quality that informs MRTs and members of the healthcare team on the role and impact of our...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Artificial Intelligence. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The contest...

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 37.2: Our annual GameChangers Education day highlights Celebrating member success Updates on the latest developments in programs and services from CAMRT and its provincial partners And much...

In Partnership with OC, CAR and CAMRT October 26-27, 2019 Hamilton, ON The Osteoporosis Essentials Bone Densitometry course by the ISCD ( International Society of Clinical Densitometry ) and IOF ( International Osteoporosis Foundation ) and Update on Skeletal Imaging presents the state of...

MRTs take note, the European Congress of Radiology (ECR) is gearing up for its meeting in 2020. The meeting will have a special focus on Canada, with a session that focuses on research and presentations from Canadian technologists. To start your planning, refer to...

CAMRT has been asked to pass on information about an opportunity participate in human factors study for new technology in the field of interventional radiology. The study, run by Health Human Factors, will:   For this study Health Human Factors is recruiting MRTs that...

The Pan American Health Organization/World Health Organization (PAHO/WHO) in collaboration with the International Society of Radiographers and Radiation Technologists (ISRRT) is in need of 1 or 2 radiological technology educators to create and present two webinar lectures in French on the following topics: “Introduction of Quality Assurance in...

The CAMRT is looking for volunteers to assist the ISRRT with the above project. The main purpose of the project is to provide technical support to WHO for the identification of the gaps and needs of medical radiation technologists (MRTs) for better health care....

The 2019 AGM Workbook is now available online.  The workbook is located in the Members Only section of the CAMRT website.  A limited number of the AGM Workbook will also be provided at the Annual General Meeting.  We encourage you to download the AGM...

Sign up to activate your free subscription to Canadian Health Technology publications   Canadian Healthcare Technology Monthly magazine (available in print or digital edition) for users of technology in the Canadian healthcare system. Contains a variety of articles addressing all aspects of technology in...

This year, the CAMRT will be broadcasting its 2019 AGM to members who wish to attend across the country via live stream. This will give those who attend the chance to watch the meeting in real time and take part in the meeting through...

The CAMRT is looking to recruit technologists interested in volunteering on the program committees for the Radiological Technology Roadshow, which will stop in Ottawa/Gatineau (ON), Vancouver (BC) and in Atlantic Canada in the fall of 2019 (each location has a separate committee). Duties may...

The Editor-in-Chief (EIC) reports to the CAMRT Board of Directors for matters that pertain only to business and financial operations. The EIC assumes total responsibility for the editorial content in the JMIRS. The EIC will work in collaboration with the JMIRS managing editor and...

National Innovation Snapshot – in collaboration with CAMRT CAMRT is sponsoring up to five Travel Awards to present in the National Innovation Snapshot. This includes a minimum of $300 towards travel costs and complimentary conference registration valued at $450. This generous support is being...

The deadline for the Competency Profile Validation survey is March 11th. This survey seeks feedback from full-practice MRTs regarding the extent to which certain competencies are performed by entry-level MRTs and the importance of each competency for safe and effective practice. This survey is...

Interested in how to better understand scientific manuscripts or keep up-to-date with research in your field? Looking for tips and tools to approach your first research project? This toolkit provides a variety of research-related resources for MRTs in all roles at all levels. Fostering...

Click here to register: https://camrt.force.com/CPBase__item?id=a102L000004BLksQAG Presenter: Alan Thibeau, RTNM, M.Ed. Following this recorded webinar, learners will be able to: 1. Possess the knowledge to complete dose calibrator set up for 90Y. 2. Effectively communicate with the multidisciplinary team regarding Zevalin® treatment. 3. Safely handle...

It is with great sadness that we share with you the news of the untimely passing of our MRT colleague and valued CAMRT volunteer, Tammy Brown. Tammy was an instructor at Saskatchewan Polytechnic, a long time member of CAMRT’s computed tomography imaging certificate (CTIC)...

Click one of the links below to register – spots are limited! Tuesday, March 5, 2019 @ 12:00 PM EDT  Tuesday, March 5, 2019 @ 3:00 PM EDT Objectives: 1) Refresh the understanding of undersampling and it’s consequences with MRI. 2) Introduce how undersampling...

This Monday, February 4th is #WorldCancerDay. Help spread awareness about cancer as an MRT. There are numerous ways to take part both in your workplace and on social media. Use custom tools to make your own poster or social media banners, follow and share the...

Brachytherapy: An Overview Brachytherapy is a standard technique in the treatment of many different malignancies however often provided by a dedicated multi-disciplinary team. This quick self study (QSS) will provide a brief overview of past, current and future practices for brachytherapy. Recent advancements including...

REWRITE AND CHALLENGE EXAM REGISTRATION DEADLINE April 1, 2019 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern) Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to...

Bill Dickie, President and CEO of Advanced Accelerator Applications (AAA) Canada Inc., stated, “As the first ever approved Peptide Receptor Radionuclide Therapy (PRRT) in Canada, Lutathera represents a significant innovation for the neuroendocrine tumor community. We are proud to work with the Federal and...

In collaboration with the ACMDTT, we are pleased to announce that registration for CONNECT 2019 is now OPEN! Taking place in Edmonton on May 10th and 11th, 2019, CONNECT 2019 with a theme of “Linking Medical Diagnostic and Therapeutic Professionals” speaks to the unique opportunity...

Through the agreement with The British Institute of Radiology, the next resource for our members is now available. This is a free service for members. Simply click on the link and register and set your own password. If you are already registered, please log in...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE New CAMRT Choosing Wisely Canada Recommendations Released OTTAWA, January 7, 2019 – Choosing Wisely Canada today released the list of five priority recommendations developed by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. Medical Radiation Technologists (MRTs) are frontline healthcare providers that...

Join GE and CAMRT for a three-part webinar series presented by Dan Zikovitz, PhD, Principal Digital Solutions Architect at GE Healthcare Canada. Gain awareness of the Digital journey and leave the session with greater confidence and knowledge around Applied Intelligence (Al) in Healthcare and...

– NOTICE OF MEETING – 77th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists   Marriott Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario Saturday, April 27th, 2019 12:00 – 13:30   The 77th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists...

On June 7-9, 2019, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute. This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the medical imaging...

ILA’s 21st Global Conference – CFP Now Open! Leadership: Courage Required Deadline: February 1st, 2019 Download the Complete Call for Proposals Submit Proposal Through Online System The 21st Annual Global Conference will take place in Ottawa, ON on October 24-27, 2019. Don’t miss this...

The CAMRT is pleased to announce the results of the election for the CAMRT Directors for the provinces of Newfoundland and Labrador, Ontario and Prince Edward Island. The online election ran from October 12th to November 11th, 2018 with 1,325 members (11.9% of eligible voters) casting...

About RTi3 Conference RTi3 is Canada’s premier annual meeting for the Radiation Therapy community. RTi3 is committed to advancing the science and practice of Radiation Therapy, showcasing the latest research and clinical innovations. The conference takes place annually in Toronto.   To learn more...

Don’t miss our Radiological Technology Roadshow, entitled “Sports Injuries and Trauma Radiology” on November 17! With significant snowfalls and treacherous driving conditions predicted for vast areas of Eastern Canada this weekend, we are cancelling the physical stop on the Radiological Technology Roadshow and transforming it...

Dear CAMRT Members, This email is intended to provide you with an update on the recent production issues at the HFR Reactor in the Netherlands and their impact on the global isotope supply: Health Canada has received information from the High Level Working Group...

We are excited to announce that the official journal of the CAMRT, the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS), has been officially accepted for inclusion in MEDLINE! MEDLINE is a database of citations and abstracts to biomedical literature, and only the most prestigious...

As you know, Canada is facing ongoing and new challenges in cancer control including an aging population that places increased demands on care services, rising healthcare costs, and inequities for underserved and underrepresented populations. The federal Minister of Health has asked the Canadian Partnership...

Medical dosimetry is a field that has gone and continues to go through radical change. With continuous advances in technology and ever- changing standards, the Canadian Dosimetry Certificate (CDC) provides an opportunity for the radiation therapist to obtain credentials that are recognized by professionals...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2019 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Saturday, April 27, 2019, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Annual Speaker Competition—43rd ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference September 15-17, 2019, McCormick Place, Chicago IL The CAMRT is once again working with the American Society of Radiologic Technologists (ASRT) to provide a speaker for the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference. We are looking for an innovative...

This fall, CAMRT is offering its members a 40% discount on more than half of its popular quick self study CPD options. Members have been asking for a greater range of low-cost CPD options — with dozens of free webinars and recordings and now...

The BIR World Partner Network brings a FREE webinar to CAMRT members: CT in Diffuse Interstitial Lung Disease: Survival Guide and Case-Based Discussion Presented by Dr Simon Padley and Dr Sujal R Desai, Consultant Radiologists. Dr Padley is the Director of Radiology at the Royal...

The CAMRT Board of Directors recently passed a motion to increase CAMRT dues by 2.2%. The last significant dues increase was in the 2013 membership year. This modest increase for the 2019 membership year will enable CAMRT to continue moving new initiatives in support...

Our AI issue has evolved…. As it appears that there is not the level of original research being undertaken by MRTs as we had envisioned, we are reframing our approach to this planned issue to instead curate a selection of review and editorial pieces....

$200 Porting Bonus For a limited time, get a bill credit of $200 for each line you bring to TELUS and activate a new smartphone on a 2-year Your Choice plan. Save 30% off select 2 year Your Choice™ plans Save 30% with Corporate Your...

RAD-AID recently created the French Radiology-Readiness Assessment Tool for our new outreach program in French-speaking African countries (dark blue and light blue for French as 1st and 2nd languages, respectively; Map Source: Wikimedia Commons). RAD-AID Radiology-Readiness is available in 4 languages. Volunteer in French-speaking outreach teams for...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Personalized Medicine (medical care in which treatment is customized for an individual patient). What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation...

The 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Marriott Hotel, Cartier Salon, Ottawa, Ontario.

Complete this poll and rank the 5 suggested topics https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/JMIRS. The poll will close on July 30, after which the results will be announced. An official call for papers will go out with a submission deadline of May 1, 2019. The issue will be...

We are hosting a webinar series with the SMRT that will broadcast on July 25th at 12 noon EDT and 3PM EDT with live Q&A following each broadcast.   Title: MRI Contrast Agents: Safety Issues and Practice   Speaker: Dr. Lawrence Tanenbaum MD FACR...

The BIR World Partner Network brings a FREE webinar to CAMRT members on Quality Assurance aimed at Radiographers. Quality Assurance in the 21st Century Dr Gail Johnston, Senior Clinical Scientist, Belfast Health and Social Care Trust In the modern radiology department time and resources are...

Radiographic Pathologies for the IR Technologist: A Review 5.0 Category A credit/hours This quick self-study will discuss the common pathological processes that patients present with and require treatment for in the interventional radiology department. The QSS will introduce the learner to the systematic approach...

Sonographers are now regulated in Ontario! Important information about the regulation of diagnostic medical sonographers Sonographers are now regulated with the CMRTO The Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care has made the necessary regulations for CMRTO to regulate diagnostic medical sonographers as a...

June 2018 Promo $200 Porting Bonus!! Until June 30th, get a bill credit of $200 if you bring your number to TELUS and activate a new smartphone on a 2-year Your Choice plan. Save 30% off select 2 year Your Choice™ plans Save 30%...

We are preparing a special issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) on the topic of Personalised Medicine, to be published in December 2018. New to this special issue is a call for original submissions for a Letters to the...

– NOTICE OF MEETING – CAMRT 76th ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING Wednesday, May 16th, 2018, 12:00 – 13:30 The 76th Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will be held at the Marriott Hotel, Cartier Salon, Ottawa, Ontario. Preliminary Agenda...

April 15 to 21 is National Volunteer Week, a week that celebrates the millions of volunteers across Canada. This year’s theme is “Volunteers are the roots of strong communities”. Volunteering is often seen as a selfless act; a person gives their time, skills, experience, and...

The 2018 RAD-AID Annual Report is now available!  RAD-AID began in 2008 to answer this need for more radiology and imaging technology in the resource-limited regions and communities of the world.  The organization began as a few people at Johns Hopkins, and has grown...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE    OTTAWA, April 16, 2018 – The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) welcomes the publication of the Medical Imaging Inventory 2017 by the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Therapeutics in Health (CADTH). This, the second iteration of the CADTH...

On March 21, 2018, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) released its Canadian Medical imaging Inventory. This inventory, taken every two years, was created to capture information about the location and use of CT, MRI, PET-CT and PET, SPECT, SPECT-CT,...

Remember, as CAMRT members, you must log-in through the Member’s Resource area of the CAMRT website to access full JMIRS content. Check out the full spring issue now! Here is a selection of some of the great articles included in this issue: Building a Magnetic...

CAMRT brings you more great savings just in time for spring. Your CAMRT membership provides you with exclusive member -only rates designed to save you money. Because of our national scope and the large membership, we can negotiate special rates and services as added...

Check out the new, Free Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging education magazine.  Epatient-Vol1- Num2, Brain scintigraphy and the treatment of thyroid cancers. Co-Editors, Dr.François Lamoureux and Dr. Jean-Luc Urbain   Mission: Pangea project and Pangea-ePatient magazine’s mission is to educate prescribing physicians, patients, health authorities...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists has joined with the BIR and other societies around the world in a new initiative: the BIR World Partner Network. This is a community of international societies with the shared goal of advancing the knowledge and understanding...

The CAMRT is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist to take over the instructorship of Healthcare Ethics: An Introduction currently offered by the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department. The successful candidate must: have a minimum of 3 years clinical experience understand ethical theories and principles...

The CAMRT is conducting a survey to capture the percentage of members currently engaged in research activities at all levels. All data collected will be anonymized and used to inform strategic planning. This will identify where to focus CAMRT efforts to best assist MRTs in the...

CAMRT Communities of Practice Join our first live chat: Tuesday, April 10th at noon EST on Incident Reporting. Participants will be entered to win prizes ($100 VISA card). Join the Conversation now by Registering! Be sure to watch this free webinar before the chat!...

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year. We are looking for an applicant who is either...

(previously Basics of Microbiology) More than 200,000 patients get infections every year while receiving healthcare in Canada; more than 8,000 of these patients die as a result. This newly revised and updated Quick Self Study reviews the basics of the chain of infection: source,...

Since it can be difficult for patients and health professionals alike to find reliable and trustworthy information about Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM), this course is designed to educate the learner about CAM in cancer care and provide links to current research and developments...

April 1, 2018 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date. Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s courses...

CAMRT Members Telus Wireless Discounts      Say “I Love You” with a new Smartphone Great savings on iphones & Smartphones     WIN SAMSUNG PRIZES Buy a Samsung Galaxy S8 or S8+ from SmartCell and you will be automatically entered in a draw...

Stereotactic Body Radiation Therapy  This quick self-study (QSS) course is intended to introduce the learner to stereotactic body radiotherapy (SBRT) and it’s role within radiation therapy. The course will provide an introduction to SBRT, its evolution and indications for use for certain patients. Immobilization,...

The CAMRT is seeking a Medical Radiation Technologist to take over the instructorship of both Sectional Anatomy 1 and 2 courses currently offered by the CAMRT’s Continuing Professional Development department. The successful candidate must: be working in CT or MR environment (clinical or education)...

Certificate programs are intended to provide a mechanism for medical radiation technologists to demonstrate knowledge and competence in a specialized area of practice, to promote standards of excellence within the clinical area and to identify those who have met a nationally recognized standard.  ...

CAMRT has brought another new great saving to members.   For just $499 annually or #21.12 (+tax) biweekly CAMRT members receive: Access to over 280 GoodLife Fitness clubs Corporate rate extended to 4 family members Group fitness classes State-of-the-art equipment Savings & Special offers...

RTi3 is Canada’s premier annual meeting for the Radiation Therapy community. RTi3 is committed to advancing the science and practice of Radiation Therapy, showcasing the latest research and clinical innovations. The RTi3 Therapy Conference will be held March 2-3, 2018 this year.    ...

Are you a member of the Canadian Radiation Protection Association (CRPA) or would you like to become one? The CAMRT is proud to be a corporate member of the CRPA and we want to pass some savings on to our members. CAMRT members can...

The CANM has been informed recently that the Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown will not be able to host the 2018 CANM-CAMRT Joint Annual Conference due to renovations to the hotel’s conference centre. The meeting will now take place at The Westin Bayshore in Vancouver, at the same dates, March 22-24,...

SPECIAL ISSUE on PERSONALISED MEDICINE We are preparing a special issue of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences (JMIRS) on the topic of Personalised Medicine, to be published in December 2018. New to this special issue is a call for original submissions...

April 12th to 15th 2018 in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago  The 20th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2018) to be held in the Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago at the Hyatt Regency. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching, and...

This award was approved in 2006 and is to be granted only at a World Congress and only with the unanimous agreement of the Board of Directors of the ISRRT. This award is in honor of the contributions of Dien van Dijk, one of...

The CAMRT received an update on November 27, 2017, from the Mutlistakeholder Working Group (MSWG) on Isotope Supply Issues regarding the temporary halt of production at the NTP reactor in South Africa. Through contacts with, and communications from, the Association of Imaging Producers & Equipment...

The CAMRT has recently updated their CPD withdrawal policy. Candidates can withdraw from a course. Upon withdrawal: Refunds will not be issued for the following.

Effective immediately a PREREQUISITE challenge exam in vascular anatomy is required by all candidates prior to taking Interventional Radiology 1.  This vascular anatomy exam is now a mandatory requirement to IR 1 due to major content revisions, including the reduction of anatomy content, the...

The internet is full of amazing information about the profession … if you know where to look. Here are FOUR essential links for sharing with others  this MRT Week:   CAMRT Communities of Practice An online resource for MRTs from across the country to share...

The internet is full of amazing information about the profession … if you know where to look. Here are FIVE essential links for the first day of MRT Week: Sharing personal opinions with patients How to deal with patient questions about their diagnosis Infection...

Our special MRT Week presentation on “Incident Reporting” features CAMRT member Mona Delisle discussing Best Practice Guidelines on patient safety incidents, and Matthew Harbin from BMS will provide information on how members are supported if involved in a safety incident (via insurance, support of...

Notice to members – CPD Pricing The CAMRT is pleased to provide top quality education at competitive prices for our members; however, these fees must be periodically adjusted to ensure we can administer current content and continue to develop new resources.  Please refer to...

The purpose of the CAMRT fellowship program is to acknowledge and promote professional excellence. It recognizes MRTs who have demonstrated significant contributions to the profession and a commitment to personal growth.  Fellows are experienced MRTs, who throughout their career have embodied the key attributes...

  On June 15-17, 2018, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute.   This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the...

  We are pleased to announce the following new webinars are available through the CAMRT “Practice Insights” webinar series. Simply browse the CPD catalogue and register for the webinar of your choice. You can watch the presentation at your convenience, and answer 10 multiple choice...

TO CELEBRATE MEDICAL RADIATION TECHNOLOGY WEEK IN CANADA!   The CAMRT wants to help your workplace celebrate MRT Week 2017 by offering free continuing education credit approval (CECAP) reviews for activities taking place November 5-11, 2017. Only activities submitted by a sponsor will be...

WELCOME TO THE HEALTHY LIVING, HEALTHY LIFE CONFERENCE PROCEEDINGS Collaborative Health Conference on Research, Practice, and Community Innovations This collaborative health conference is part of Dalhousie University’s 200th anniversary celebrations. The Healthy Living Healthy Life 2018 (HLHL 2018) conference is focused on interprofessional, collaborative,...

November 14th is the next edition: chat paper, blog and moderation will be courtesy of University of Toronto MHScMRS program students Tasha McMaster, Winter Spence and Joanna Javor.  The three students are doing this as part of their activities for their course “Clinical Competence and Continuous Learning”. They...

The CAMRT invites submissions for the 2018 CAMRT Awards Program – Essay and Exhibit Competition. The competition is open to CAMRT members in good standing and students enrolled in accredited medical radiation technology education programs.   The deadline for submission to both the essay...

The CAMRT Awards Program was established to highlight the expertise and professionalism of CAMRT members and students. The CAMRT is proud to recognize individuals who have contributed to their profession and association. We all know colleagues who have been significantly dedicated and involved in...

We are pleased to announce the following new webinars will be available soon through the CAMRT “Practice Insights” webinar series. Simply brow se the CPD catalogue and register for the webinar of your choice. You can watch the presentation at your convenience, and answer 10...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2018 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Wednesday, May 16, 2018, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Free CAMRT webinar “MR Elastography” – Category A Credit!   CAMRT is proud to continue Practice Insights — a series of FREE webinars providing insight and education to practicing MRTs on topics of clinical and professional interest. Don’t miss this great opportunity to earn Category A credits from...

New JMIRS Submission Formats   We have introduced several new formats to make it easier for MRTs to share their knowledge!   Educational Perspectives highlight innovative and useful approaches to medical radiation sciences education and evaluation of educational methods, either at the undergraduate or...

JMIRS listed in Emerging Science Citation Index   The JMIRS has been included in the Emerging Science Citation Index (ESCI)! Journals in ESCI have passed an initial editorial evaluation and the listing includes high-quality, peer-reviewed publications of regional importance and in emerging scientific fields....

The New Brunswick Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (NBAMRT) is seeking to recruit its first Executive Director. The New Brunswick Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (NBAMRT) represents over 600 members in New Brunswick in various fields of medical radiation technology. Technologists and therapists are...

The CAMRT is pleased to announce its commitment to Psychological Health and Safety in Healthcare, pledging to uphold values the psychological health and safety of their staff. In signing on, the CAMRT has joined a number of other existing signatories in healthcare. The Mental...

The time has come to order your MRT Week materials in anticipation of MRT Week 2017! MRT Week is an annual celebration of the essential role that medical radiation technologists (MRTs) play in the healthcare system. From November 5 to 11, 2017, MRTs are...

For MRTs interested in MRI or CT that can’t attend the Siemens Healthineers Innovations Symposium in Quebec City this year,  OAMRS is pleased to offer you the exclusive opportunity to participate in the MRI or the CT lectures on Saturday, October 28th via live webcast!  ...

Join us for this two-day Face-to-Face, Enhanced Practice Certification Course and gain a wealth of knowledge. More information   This workshop offers MRTs the opportunity to:   When: Saturday, October 14, 2017 – Sunday, October 15, 2017 7:30 am – 5:30 pm Eastern Standard...

Call for Abstracts We are now accepting Abstracts for RTi3 2018! Please consider submitting your work – be it formal research or a report on a successful radiation therapy-related initiative or innovation. We want you to be a part of this fantastic community and share...

October 1, 2017 @ 11:59 PM (Eastern)   Rewrite:  Candidates are allowed an initial write and two rewrites in a two-year period following the initial write date.   Challenge: Candidates who feel they have the knowledge and experience equivalent to the content of CAMRT’s...

CAMRT recently launched a new database to create a more streamlined user experience in the Member Resource section of our website. We are still working on uploading and tweaking the continuing education data for members who completed Full Length courses (as well as Virtual...

CAMRT President, Karren Fader and CAMRT CEO, François Couillard, will be attending the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, which is being held this year September 13 –16, 2017, in Toronto, Ontario.  We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for this conference to a...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is Image Guided Therapy. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The...

In a few weeks’ time, the CAMRT will be launching a new and improved members’ portal. This new portal will allow you to manage your CAMRT interactions in a much more intuitive and user-friendly environment. The process requires that your user sign-in is updated....

Interested in helping to move the profession forward? You may be interested in becoming a member of the CAMRT’s Advocacy Advisory Council.   The CAMRT is currently seeking members from all disciplines to apply for this committee.   Role of the AAC member The...

As you know, the CAMRT is moving away from holding a single annual general conference, and towards a model that supports more events across the country and in support of specialty and provincial programming. Our specialty stream includes partnerships with national physician organizations such...

With the expected establishment of a regulatory college on the horizon, the BCAMRT had been investigating ways to streamline its services to minimize the impact new college dues would have on its members. As part of this investigation, the BCAMRT contacted the CAMRT to...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists is excited to announce the completion of its Advanced Practice Registered Technologist (APRT) Certification Pilot.   CAMRT would like to recognize and congratulate the three radiation therapist candidates that took part in the pilot process. Lori Holden...

Join by June 30th and you’ll be entered to Win!  Click here for full terms and conditions. *Trip must be used by October 24, 2017.  

Are you a passionate advocate of the CAMRT? Do you appreciate the member benefits, services and programs, as well as the value in belonging to your national professional association?   We are recruiting volunteers from each province to create the first “CAMRT Members’ Lounge”.  ...

Don’t miss this great opportunity to earn Category A credits from the comfort of your own home! CAMRT is proud to continue Practice Insights — a series of FREE webinars providing insight and education to practicing MRTs on topics of clinical and professional interest. New! Recently...

Dear Voting Members of the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI);   CPSI is looking for nominations for one vacancy on its Board of Directors, to be elected at the Annual Meeting in September. On behalf of Susan Mumme, Chair, CPSI Nominating Committee, we are forwarding...

April 12th to 15th 2018 in Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago  The 20th International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT 2018) to be held in the Port of Spain, Trinidad & Tobago at the Hyatt Regency. The deadline for abstracts is fast approaching,...

Now available in a new online delivery format Stroke is a serious health issue that affects thousands of Canadians and is the second leading cause of death in the world. Thanks to advances in diagnosis and treatments, survival rates for stroke patients over the...

Introducing Carrie Bru, RTNM, MEd CAMRT’s next Director of Education   The CAMRT is pleased to introduce Carrie Bru as its next Director of Education. Carrie is currently an instructor in nuclear medicine technology at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology (SAIT). In 2015...

You have questions, get the answers!   The CAMRT is renewing its approach to the Annual General Conference. This presentation will discuss the future plans for conferences and events in 2018. We will explore how we will be enhancing the way we deliver our...

Another year has come and gone… from social gatherings to all the fantastic educational sessions this year has proven yet again to be one for the books. The 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual general Conference (AGC) ran from April 27th to the 30th in Ottawa, Ontario....

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 35.2: 75 Years of National Gatherings A look at CAMRT’s new approach to conferences and events A focus on CAMRT volunteers for National Volunteer Week An...

Data collection is now open for the 2017 iteration of the Canadian Medical Imaging Inventory (CMII). Whether you’ve participated before, or are new to the inventory, the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health (CADTH) is inviting medical imaging facilities to access and...

Join us in celebrating the 75th anniversary of CAMRT’s inception.  As you know, we are celebrating our history and getting members involved through varied and fun contests on historical themes throughout the year. Our second 75th anniversary contest begins April 13 and runs until May 19, 2017....

The 33rd Japan Conference of Radiological Technologists (33JCRT) will be held from September 22nd to 24th, 2017 at Hakodate Citizens Hall and Hakodate Arena in Hakodate city, Hokkaido. 33JCRT is hosted by Japan Association of Radiological Technologists (JART) and Hokkaido Association of Radiological Technologists....

  Join us in celebrating CAMRT’s 75th anniversary of it’s inception.  From the concerted effort of a small group of provincial leaders in 1942, the enduring association was born. One of the ways we are celebrating our history on this momentous occasion is by...

The Life Cycle of the Breast This quick self-study course provides an exploration of the female breast and the developmental and functional changes that occur with the breasts over the course of a lifetime, through infancy, puberty, the childbearing years, the menopausal years, and...

The CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines (BPGs) are the means for providing the best possible outcome for patients based on judgments that consider patient needs, clinical experience and the best available evidence. Best practice can be found at the intersection of three realms: best available...

The CAMRT is currently looking to fill two positions on the Professional Practice Advisory Council (PPAC).  Specifically we are looking for:   One MRT from each of the following provinces: Prince Edward Island Saskatchewan   The purpose of the PPAC is to provide advice...

CAMRT is seeking to fill a Member-At-Large position on the association’s Nominating Committee. The function of the committee is to identify a slate of nominees for the board positions being elected in any given year.   We require an applicant who is a former...

The CAMRT is very excited to invite you to come and explore its new online Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Repository The new CPD Repository was designed specifically for you, with your professional development needs as an MRT in mind: MRT-focused content 400+ Activities from...

Looking for a job? Find a career! The CAMRT is excited to announce a makeover to its online job bank. With the feedback we received from the 2015 member satisfaction survey, we made some improvements and developed a new and improved resource for members....

You can help us to ensure our records are up-to-date by updating your contact information online. This includes name, e-mail, and address changes, as well as publication preferences. Do you prefer to receive a hard copy of the newsletter or simply get a notification...

As MRTs  you understand the profound impact that cancer has on peoples’ lives. World Cancer Day (February 4, 2017) is a special once-a-year opportunity to shed light on the disease to raise awareness, funds and momentum for important change in the battle against cancer....

Apply now for the CAMRT foundation Grant! Why should you apply?   Over the years, the CAMRT Foundation has sponsored many members in their educational pursuits. Grants are available to members to provide: Financial Assistance to individuals enrolled in courses of study related to...

The CAMRT Foundation is happy to provide the William Doern – Leaders of Tomorrow Scholarship for community oriented, academically outstanding students attending entry-level medical radiation technology programs.   Eligibility: Candidates must: Be currently enrolled in an entry-level medical radiation technology program (radiological technology, radiation...

  Get your Early Bird tickets before January 31, 2017!   Registration for RTi3 Conference with the Early Bird pricing is $350. Single day and student tickets are also on sale. Early Bird pricing ends at midnight on January 31, 2017. About RTi3 Conference   RTi3 is...

The latest “News and Views” from the ISRRT is now available for viewing and download. Highlights from this edition: Update on 19TH ISRRT WORLD CONGRESS News and reports from MRTs around the world Update on the Chesney Research Award 2016 An interesting article on Dr Alexander...

Radiology Care: A Value-Driven Approach April 20 – 23, 2017 | Montreal, Quebec- Early bird rates are in effect until March 7.   Articulated around the complementary notions of efficacy and appropriateness, and the role of the radiologist in times of rapid technological advances, the...

Choosing Wisely Canada is a campaign to help clinicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary medical tests, treatments and procedures. To see the full scale of the project please view the website: www.choosingwiselycanada.org.   As a partner in the campaign, the CAMRT has...

Purpose To improve the standards of delivery and practice of medical imaging and radiation therapy throughout the world by research in the radiation medicine sciences is a mission of the International Society of Radiographers and Radiological Technologists (ISRRT). In the light of such mission...

On June 16-18, 2017, the CAMRT will be hosting its annual Leadership Development Institute.   This 3-day event is designed to engage CAMRT members who have demonstrated, at an early stage in their careers, leadership potential and a commitment to advancement of the medical...

Submit your application to editor@camrt.ca by April 1, 2017. Visit the Research Grant page of the website for a fillable PDF application, as well as guidelines and policies for submission of grant applications.

I paid my dues for 2017….Why does it still show that I am only paid for 2016?   When visiting the Members’ Only area of the CAMRT website, you may notice in your member profile that your membership status is not up to date. Perhaps...

Join your fellow MRTs and Sonographers at the 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference in beautiful Ottawa – you will be treated to an excellent mix of inspiring plenary lectures, educational sessions, innovative technologies, networking opportunities, and fun-filled social events.   Be sure to check...

Check out the latest edition of the Journal of Medical Imaging and Radiation Sciences – this special “Patient Experience” issue includes a lovely winning cover image from University of Alberta radiation therapy student, Mai Vo. This issue was compiled with help from our Guest...

New PREREQUISITE for INTERVENTIONAL RADIOLOGY 1 COURSE Effective Winter 2018 a PREREQUISITE challenge exam in vascular anatomy will be required by all candidates prior to taking the Interventional Radiology 1 course.  This vascular anatomy exam will become a mandatory requirement to IR 1 due...

CAMRT has partnered with Scrubscanada.ca to bring our members another great opportunity for saving! Take advantage of a 10% discount on all online orders from Scrubs Canada (www.scrubscanada.ca). Members can choose from a wide variety of stylish medical uniforms, lab coats and quality comfort...

What monthly bill pains you the most? Well, you asked and we listened, and now CAMRT is pleased to announce a new member discount through TELUS! Get a customized mobility plan and a new smartphone to help you stay connected from anywhere. Your Choice...

The Image Gently Alliance, American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP), American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), AANS/CNS Joint Section on Pediatric Neurosurgery and allied medical organizations have launched the “Think A-Head” campaign to help providers appropriately obtain and perform computed tomography (CT) scans in children...

Attention radiation therapists! You are being invited to complete a survey regarding second victims in radiation therapy. The primary objective of the survey is to determine what physical and emotional symptoms radiation therapists experience after a clinical incident. The survey has been developed by a...

Check out the remaining webinars in our 2016 Practice Insights series, including our special MRT Week presentation, “Application of the CAMRT Best Practice Guidelines”, featuring the perspectives of an educator, manager and clinician. Running at various times throughout the week (Nov 7-10th), this free...

Online pre-registration closes- January 30th. Register now! Escape from the ordinary and experience a delightful retreat at Fairmont Le Château Montebello, the world’s largest log cabin. Nestled in the heart of the scenic Montebello village, surrounded by nature, the hotel is famed for its...

Join OTIMROEPMQ for their annual Conference at the Auditorium Rousselot de l’Hôpital Notre-Dame, CHUM | Montréal November 12th 2016 from 8:00AM – 3:00PM.   * Please note that this conference only offered in French.   Nous vous demandons d’être de plus en plus professionnels… Mais disposez-vous de...

The CAMRT is very pleased to introduce you to the Radiation Therapy Patient Charter. This charter, created and endorsed by the Canadian Association of Radiation Oncology is now also endorsed by the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists. The patient charter is designed to...

The CAMRT Board of Directors is pleased to endorse the Dietitians of Canada’s new position statement and recommendations addressing the very important issue of household food insecurity in Canada.   Dietitians of Canada Position Statement Household food insecurity is a serious public health issue...

RTi3 is Canada’s premier radiation therapy conference. The scope and calibre of the program continues to set the bar for radiation therapist-led research across the country.   We are accepting abstracts for Oral/Poster and Workshops. The deadline to submit your abstract is October 10,...

CAMRT members are invited to submit resolutions or motions to be debated at the 2017 Annual General Meeting, which will be held on Friday, April 28, 2017, in Ottawa, Ontario. All resolutions or motions must be sponsored by ten CAMRT voting members. The deadline...

Dear qualified Radiation Therapists in Australia, New Zealand, and Canada, The Radiation Therapists and Psychosocial Support survey will close in less than 10 days.   500 RTs have shared their thoughts and experiences so far. The number of responses received are New Zealand 70,...

Tthe AAMD 42nd Annual Meeting is taking place June 10–15, 2017 in Indianapolis, IN. The AAMD is currently accepting abstracts for general sessions, concurrent sessions, workshops, panels and posters. Participants must use their application to submit an abstract. Emailed submissions will not be accepted. The goal of...

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 34.3: Click here for full PDF version

The CAMRT Board of Directors is pleased to endorse Choosing Wisely Canada, a campaign to help clinicians and patients engage in conversations about unnecessary tests and treatments and make smart and effective choices to ensure high-quality care. The Choosing Wisely Canada website is a...

President, Karren Fader and Chief Executive Officer, François Couillard will be attending the ASRT Radiation Therapy Conference, which is being held this year, September 25 – 27, in Boston. We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for either the ASRT or the...

The 2017 CAMRT-OAMRS Annual General Conference (AGC) will be taking place at the Westin Hotel in Ottawa, Ontario from April 27 to 30, 2017. From the end of August until September 30, CAMRT and OAMRS invite technologists and other healthcare professionals to submit proposals...

The minutes of the Annual General Meeting of June 10, 2016, are now available in the Members’ Only section of the CAMRT website under Annual General Business Meeting (https://ww2.camrt.ca/members/insidecamrt/annualgeneralmeeting/)

The Dalhousie Faculty of Health Professions is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Alice Aiken as Dean on August 1st, 2016. The Dalhousie Department of Health Professions is home to several programs related to medical radiation technology, including: Nuclear Medicine Technology (BHSc), Radiological...

CAMRT President, Karren Fader and CAMRT CEO, François Couillard, will be attending the CARO Annual Scientific Meeting, which is being held this year September 14 – 17, 2016, in Banff, Alberta. We would like to invite all CAMRT members registered for this conference to...

The CPSI (Canadian Patient Safety Institute) introduces the new “Shift to Safety” initiative designed to inform and provide you with the tools necessary to keep patients safe. This initiative was created for members of the public, practitioners and leaders to aid overwhelmed patients in...

The way that Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation (CBCF) provides grants annually to those pursuing research in breast cancer. This year, the way CBCF funds and administers research grants is changing. The former suite of CBCF grant programs has been replaced with one streamlined National...

We need your creativity to make the cover for our upcoming special issue even more special! The theme of this issue is The Patient Experience. What do you picture when this aspect of medical radiation technology meets art? We want to see your inspiration! The...

We are currently seeking one member to represent the discipline of magnetic resonance imaging and one to represent radiological technology. Applicants should be familiar with the Association’s activities in research, publishing and education. The Research Grant Committee administers, in accordance with the policies and...

Since last year, the CAMRT has been working hard to expand its CPD offerings by adding low-cost educational offerings that can be accessed easily and conveniently by all members. Virtual Programming at CAMRT, which includes the live conference recordings of the Virtual Conference and...

Stroke is a serious health issue that affects thousands of Canadians, and it is the second leading cause of death in the world. Thanks to advances in diagnosis and treatments, survival rates for stroke patients over the past decade have significantly improved. Since the...

The relationship between a clinical student and the technologist who works with the student can be either rewarding or very challenging. Technologists are the experts in the practice of medical radiation technology, and in a facility where a student is assigned for a clinical...

The report on the results of the Canadian Computed Tomography (CT) Survey, including the national Diagnostic Reference Levels for CT imaging examinations, is now published on the Government of Canada’s website. The National CT Survey provides a current snap-shot of CT equipment technology and...

Join the ASRT at their conference for radiation therapists and medical dosimetrists. Over 40 CE courses and exclusive workshops focused on treatment innovations, trends and workplace issues will be presented in Boston, MA, September 25 – 27, 2016. Register by June 23 to take...

The Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists will again be present at the Society of Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging Annual Meeting, which is being held this year June 11 – 15 in San Diego, California. CAMRT President-Elect, Karren Fader, and Chief Executive Officer,...

Support the CAMRT Foundation! We are very excited to once again announce that the Roentgen Ramble 3K walk / 5K run, is to be sponsored by AngioDynamics. The Ram­ble is set to take place on the beautiful Halifax waterfront at 7:00 am Saturday, June...

As a CPSI Voting Member, the CAMRT has been invited to nominate a member for election to the Board of Directors of the Canadian Patient Safety Institute (CPSI). The CPSI is seeking nominees who have effective Board contribution skills, as demonstrated by the ability...

Registration for the 8th annual 2016 RAD-AID Conference on Radiology for Developing Countries is now open! On Saturday, November 5, 2016 the  meeting will be held at the WHO Headquarters in Washington DC at the Pan American Health Organization Building. Presentations and discussion panels will...

Johnson Inc. 2016 Scholarship Program Opens April 1st, 2016 This year, Johnson is offering 50 scholarships worth $1000 each to students who have an auto or home policy through Johnson (or their parent/guardian or grandparent), or have a parent or grandparent who is a...

Sonography Canada appoints a new Executive Director Sonography Canada announced on April 29, 2016 that Johan Rudnick had been selected as the Association’s new Executive Director. Mr. Rudnick assumed his new role on May 2, and will be attending the national conference in Ottawa...

Our brand new mobile app, complete with all the information you will need to navigate the conference, is now available at the Apple Store, Google Play, Windows Phone Store and Blackberry World – download it today! For more conference information: https://www.camrt.ca/agc/

Check out the latest edition of your member newsletter, now available for viewing and download. Highlights from Volume 34.2: How and why to create a professional portfolio Tributes to our volunteers from National Volunteer Week Report on proton use in radiotherapy Updates on the...

Join us in Halifax: June 9-12, 2016 Register today! Once online registration closes, onsite registration is open as of June 8th. Host committee chairs Melissa Sponagle and Nicole Deveau, representing the Nova Scotia Association of Medical Radiation Technologists, would like to welcome you to...