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CALA Connects 2027: Laboratory Accreditation Conference & Exhibition

Ottawa, Ontario –  CALA Connects 2027 will bring together laboratory professionals, assessors, regulators, accreditation experts, industry partners and organizations supporting Canada’s laboratory community.

Taking place in Calgary, Alberta, CALA Connects 2027 will provide opportunities for practical learning, knowledge sharing, professional development and meaningful connections. Participants will explore how competent laboratories, trusted accreditation and shared expertise strengthen confidence in laboratory results and reinforce public trust in science .

Confidence in Laboratory Results

Building Trust. Strengthening Canada’s Laboratory Community.

Laboratory results support important decisions affecting public health, environmental protection, food safety, natural resources, regulatory compliance and the Canadian economy. Confidence in those results depends on technical competence, strong quality systems, impartiality and reliable accreditation.

CALA Connects 2027 will bring the laboratory and accreditation communities together to exchange knowledge, discuss emerging challenges and consider approaches to strengthening laboratory quality and competence.

What to Expect at CALA Connects 2027

The broader CALA Connects 2027 program will include:

• A public laboratory accreditation conference and exhibition
• Presentations and discussions with laboratory, accreditation and industry leaders
• Professional development sessions for CALA assessors
• Opportunities to connect with exhibitors, regulators and laboratory professionals
• CALA Board meetings and the Annual General Meeting (AGM)

Whether you work in laboratory management, quality assurance, technical operations, regulatory oversight, ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation or the supply of laboratory products and services, CALA Connects 2027 offers an opportunity to learn, connect and contribute.

CALA Connects 2027 Event Details

Date: Wednesday May 19, 2027

Venue: Best Western Premier Calgary Plaza Hotel & Conference Centre

Address: 1316 33 Street NE

Location: Calgary, Alberta, Canada

Registration Information

Registration details will be announced soon.

Visit the CALA Connects 2027 event page to learn more about the conference and be among the first to know when registration opens.

Join us in Calgary to connect with Canada’s laboratory community, exchange practical knowledge and help build greater confidence and trust in laboratory results.