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May 28th and 29th 2025, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Shape the Future of Forensic Nursing in Canada
Shape the Future of Forensic Nursing in Canada
Building on the incredible success of the inaugural event, forensic nursing takes center stage once again at the 2nd Annual Canadian Forensic Nursing Symposium, hosted in partnership with the National Emergency Nurses Association (NENA). Join us on May 28th and 29th, 2025, at the iconic Bessborough Hotel in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, for two transformative days of connection, collaboration, and inspiration. This extraordinary event will showcase groundbreaking research, expert insights, and innovative practices, shaping the future of forensic care in Canada. Don’t miss this opportunity to be part of a movement driving excellence in forensic nursing!
This year’s conference theme is Collaboration, Growth, & Empowerment.
This year’s conference theme is Collaboration, Growth, & Empowerment.
Registration
Registration
Secure your spot now for the 2025 Canadian Forensic Nursing Symposium—registration opens March 10, 2025! Don’t miss this opportunity to learn from distinguished experts, witness cutting-edge demonstrations, and connect with professionals from across the country.
Registration opens March 10th, 2025!
Registration opens March 10th, 2025!
Member Rates
Member Rates
Early Bird (March 10 - March 31, 2025): $175.00
Regular Rate (April 1 - 30, 2025): $225.00
Late Registration (May 1 - May 15, 2025): $275.00
Other Attendee Tickets
Other Attendee Tickets
Non-CFNA Members (March 10 - May 15, 2025): $275.00
Student Rate (March 10 - May 15, 2025): $150.00
Proof of current student status required
Conference Day Schedule
Conference Day Schedule
Join us for a dynamic symposium featuring a keynote by Stephanie Carlson retired RN/SANE/Coroner, international and research-based sessions, and hands-on workshops on forensic nursing topics like trauma-informed care, boundary violations, strangulation assessment, and more.
Day 1
Day 1
0730-0830: Registration/Breakfast
0830-0845: Welcome
0845-0930: Keynote - Stephanie Carlson
0930-1015: Situation with Domestic Violence in Kazakhstan, importance of local nurses’ collaboration, empowering and involvement.
Presenter - Anele Bekturova, MSN
1015-1030: Coffee
1030-1115: The Unique SANE Model in Halifax, NS: Challenges, Advocacy, and Impact
Presenter - Barbara J. Whynot RN, BSc., BScN., MHSA, SANE
1115-1200: Boundary Violations in Clinical Practice – What Forensic Nurses Need to Know
Presenter - Cindy Peternelj-Taylor RN, HBScN, MSc, DF-IAFN
1200-1245: Lunch
1245-1315: What’s new at CFNA – Meet the BOD
1315-1400: Untangling the Relational Complexity in Forensic Nursing - Developing an Understanding of Self within the Forensic Context using a Relational Ethics Framework
Presenters - D. Stewart MacLennan PhD NP and Cybele Angel PhD RN
1400-1515: Detecting Bruises Using Alternate Light: From Practice to Research Back to Practice
Presenter - Daniel J. Sheridan, PhD, RN, FAAN
1515-1530: Coffee
1530-1630: Unlocking the Full Potential of Forensic Nurses: Why Accreditation and Role Expansion Are Critical
Presenters – Adrienne Olszewski RN(C), MN, BScN, BA, AC, SANE-A/P, LNC & Ashley Bartholomew
1630-1645: End of day
1700-1830: Meet and greet – Terrace Lounge
Day 2
Day 2
0745-0815: Breakfast
0815: Welcome day 2
0815-0955: Injury Documentation - Tiffany Kafka RN(C), BSc, GCFHS, SANE-A, SANE-P
1000-1030: Assessment and Diagnosis of Dementia Among Older Persons in Custody - Arlene Kent-Wilkinson PhD, RN, CPMHN(C), Bryce Stoliker PhD and Leegay Jagoe BSN, MN, PhD Student
1030-1045: Coffee
1045-1215: Fatal Delays: Why Strangulation assessment must evolve - Adrienne Olsewzki RN(C), MN, BScN, BA, AC, SANE-A/P, LNC & Dr. Sean Dugan
1215-1300: Lunch
1300-1500: The Expert Witness in Court - Winston Sayson, KC, MGC
1500-1515: Closing remarks
Meet Our Presenters
Meet Our Presenters
Meet our Sponsors
Meet our Sponsors
Sheila Early
Sheila Early
For more information on advertising or sponsorship options please contact education@canadianforensicnurse.org
For more information on advertising or sponsorship options please contact education@canadianforensicnurse.org
Interested in becoming an Exhibitor at the 2025 Canadian Forensic Nursing Symposium? Email education@canadianforensicnurse.org for more details! Exhibitor fee: $300 CAD
Conference Location
Conference Location
Bessborough Hotel
601 Spadina Crescent E,
Saskatoon, SK S7K 4H9
We have partnered with the NENA 2025 Conference to offer group hotel rates. Book using the button below.
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