The Nursing Innovation Revolution: Building AI-Ready Leaders for a Resilient Healthcare Future

05-06 October, 2026 | Sinai Health, Toronto, Canada

THInC: The Healthcare Innovation Conference 2026

Join nurses, nursing students, healthcare leaders, policymakers, researchers, entrepreneurs, and technology partners for a transformative two-day experience designed to prepare nursing for the future. Healthcare is entering one of the most significant periods of transformation in its history. Artificial Intelligence (#AI) is reshaping how care is delivered, how decisions are made, how teams collaborate, and how health systems operate.

Yet one question remains: Who will lead this transformation?

#THInC Toronto 2026 is built on a bold belief: nurses must not simply adapt to the future of healthcare — they must help create it.

This year's conference will empower nurses to become AI-ready leaders, innovation champions, policy influencers, and system designers capable of shaping safer, smarter, and more equitable healthcare. Together, we will move beyond conversation and into action—exploring how nurses can lead responsible AI adoption, influence policy, redesign workflows, improve patient outcomes, and build resilient health systems for generations to come.

What to Expect?

💡 Inspiring Keynotes: Hear from influential voices as they inspire a bold vision for the future of nursing and healthcare.

🔬 Science in Action: Join us for our III Symposium on Nursing Innovation & Entrepreneurship and hear from leading experts who are redefining the future of healthcare through bold ideas, groundbreaking research, and nurse-led innovation.

🚀 Hands-On Innovation: Dive into the SONSIEL NurseHack, a collaborative problem-solving innovation competition where your ideas can take flight.

🌐 Global Perspectives: Learn about global trends in health systems innovation with expert insights from all around the world!

💭 Enriching Breakout Sessions: Participate in interactive sessions exploring nursing innovation, entrepreneurship, artificial intelligence, and more!

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Registrations by September 30th, 2026

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Please note: Prices are listed in US Dollars; the equivalent price in Canadian Dollars is approximately $410 CAD.
Please note: Prices are listed in US Dollars; the equivalent price in Canadian Dollars is approximately $480 CAD // Includes 1-year membership to SONSIEL.
Please note: Prices are listed in US Dollars; the equivalent price in Canadian Dollars is approximately $205 CAD. Please send proof of student enrolment to info@sonsiel.org.

III Symposium on Nursing Innovation & Entrepreneurship

The SONSIEL Collaborative Healthcare Innovation, Research & Problem Solving (CHIRPS) Committee is delighted to announce the inclusion of a peer-reviewed scientific component to the THInC Conference in Calgary, Canada. This will provide an opportunity to engage in discourse aimed at advancing healthcare innovation and scholarship, the nursing profession, and society at large.

Submissions Open Soon

Opening Keynote Speaker

Dr. Tracie Risling, PhD, RN

Tracie Risling RN, PhD is an Associate Professor and the Associate Dean of Innovation and Research in the Faculty of Nursing at the University of Calgary.

She is a Board Member of SONSIEL: Society of Nurse Scientists, Innovators, Entrepreneurs & Leaders, as well as the President of the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) and a Past-President of the Canadian Nursing Informatics Association. A registered nurse with a practice background in pediatric and public health nursing, Tracie has extensive nursing education experience teaching, conducting research and engaging in curriculum design and evaluation for both undergraduate and graduate programs. She also leads a patient-oriented program of health and nursing informatics research including study on artificial intelligence, social media, co-design, and the use of texting for wellness and workforce support. She is a passionate advocate for increased nursing engagement in the development, use, and evaluation of digital health solutions, which is reflected in her work with the new Doctor of Nursing program at the University of Calgary. Dr. Risling serves on the editorial boards of the Canadian Nurse online journal and the JMIR Nursing informatics journal.

Meet Our Speakers!

Leigh Chapman

Chief Nursing Officer (CNO), Health Canada
Mary Lou Ackerman, MBA, RN

President, SONSIEL | Former Vice President of Innovation & Digital Health, SE Health
Lianne Jeffs, PhD, RN

Executive Board Member & Treasure, SONSIEL | Chief Scientific Officer, Science of Care Institute, Sinai Health
Angela Wignall, RN, BSN, BA, MA, PhD(c)

Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Nurses and Nurse Practitioners of BC
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What do attendees think of #THInC?

Kristen F.

“The networking that happens organically throughout the conference, just by participating in interactive group activities is invaluable - I have met people from so many roles, countries and disciplines!”

Antonio A.

“Attending the conference was a positive experience. The sessions were engaging and insightful, offering valuable perspectives on current trends and future directions in the field. Networking opportunities were abundant, allowing for meaningful connections with colleagues and experts. I left feeling inspired and better equipped with new ideas to apply in my work.”

Mayowa P.

“I love the entire setup and lineup of the program. I had a particular goal in mind- to see what nursing innovation look like in a new landscape and the conference did more than just that and blew my mind. I learnt a lot and will definitely recommend it to others.”

#THInC Memories