

In It Together:
Moving Mountains to Create a World of Better Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Care
Join us April 24-28, 2026 in Vancouver, Canada for the WCET® - NSWOCC® 2026 Joint Congress as we unite global expertise, promote interdisciplinary collaboration, and elevate care standards worldwide.
The Congress will feature five days of wound, ostomy and continence programming, hands-on workshops, and networking events in a welcoming, internationally focused environment.
Welcome to Vancouver
Vancouver is the perfect host city for the 2026 WCET® – NSWOCC® Joint Congress, offering a stunning blend of mountain, ocean, and urban landscapes.
Vancouver International Airport (YVR) is one of North America’s best-connected and most highly rated airports, offering direct flights from major cities across Canada, the U.S., Europe, and Asia. Whether you’re flying from Toronto or Tokyo, getting here is simple.
From the airport, attendees can take the Canada Line SkyTrain directly to downtown Vancouver in just 25 minutes. The Vancouver Convention Centre’s East Building is easily accessible on foot or by taxi, rideshare, or public transit.

Venue
Vancouver Convention Centre (East Building)
The 2026 WCET® - NSWOCC® Joint Congress will take place at the iconic East Building of the Vancouver Convention Centre — a breathtaking venue set along the city’s scenic waterfront.
Recognizable by its striking white sails and “Canada Place” sign, this state-of-the-art facility offers sweeping views of the North Shore Mountains and the Burrard Inlet, providing the perfect backdrop for a world-class event.

Inside, the Congress will be hosted on two levels:
Exhibition Hall B (Convention Level) will house the bustling Exhibit Hall, where companies from around the globe will connect with delegates.
Exhibition Hall A will serve as the grand Plenary Room, where keynotes and major sessions will take place.
Additional concurrent sessions, networking spaces, and meeting rooms will be located on the second-level Meeting Level, ensuring a cohesive and easy-to-navigate experience for attendees.
