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Academic Chair < Back Kimberly LeBlanc (she/her) PhD, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FCAN, FNSWOC Academic Chair Kimberly LeBlanc is an Advanced Practice and Certified Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence working with KDS Professional Consulting. She has completed a PhD in Nursing from Queens University. Kimberly is an Adjunct Professor with the University of Western Ontario Masters in Wound Care Program and a visiting lecturer at the McGill University School of Nursing and University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine. Kimberly is the past president of the International Skin Tear Advisory Panel and Chair of the NSWOCC Wound, Ostomy & Continence Institute. She is an international expert reviewer for the Joanna Briggs Institute in Australia and a member of the editorial board for the Journal of Advances in Skin and Wound Care. Kimberly has lectured nationally and internationally on wound and ostomy care and is considered an expert on wounds in the aging population. She has published numerous peer-reviewed articles and 3 book chapters. Kimberly’s current area of research interest is skin health in the frail elderly. In 2016 Kimberly was a World Union of Wound Healing Societies Educational Award of Excellence finalist and was awarded the Registered Nurses of Ontario Leadership Award in Nursing Education (Academic), and the prestigious Canadian Nurses Association Order of Merit for Nursing Education.

Position Statements Canadian Urinary Diversion Position Statement Position Statements Preoperative Stoma Site Marking for Fecal Diversions: Ileostomy and Colostomy Position Statements Canadian Urinary Diversion Position Statement: Collaboration of Canadian Urological Association, Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada, and Urology Nurses of Canada January 2022 The purpose of this national position statement is to support health care professionals, including surgeons, nurse specialized in wound, ostomy, and continence (NSWOC) and urology nurses with the delivery of standardized clinical best practices for the pre- and postoperative care management of patients undergoing a urinary diversion. Through this position statement, we have the opportunity to reinforce the fundamental principles enabling health care practitioners to educate and counsel patients on the various urinary diversion options. Full Position Statement Canadian Urinary Diversion Position Statement Preoperative Stoma Site Marking for Fecal Diversions: Ileostomy and Colostomy Preoperative Stoma Site Marking for Fecal Diversions: Ileostomy and Colostomy: Position Statement of the Canadian Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (CSCRS) and the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). March 2020 This position statement marks a collaborative project between the Canadian Society of Colon and Rectal Surgeons (CSCRS) and the Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). NSWOCC grants permission for you to make copies of this enabler of practice. Users of this enabler of practice must ensure they have first familiarized themselves with the full position statement. The NSWOCC would like to thank the 5 Colon and Rectal Surgeons and 12 NSWOCs from across Canada who dedicated time and effort over the past year in completing this project. Full Position Statement Position Statement Enabler L’énoncé de position L’énoncé de position – outil d’aide Each year a projected 10,000 Canadians have colorectal surgery to create an ostomy. Widely adopted complication rates in the literature suggest that 21-70% of these will result in complications. Obesity, emergency surgery, diabetes and preoperative stoma site marking have been demonstrated to have the most significant impact on complication rates. Stoma site marking has a preventative role. The purpose of this position statement is to guide surgeons and NSWOCs in the effective placement of fecal stomas for patients undergoing ostomy surgery and to improve patient outcomes through reduced postoperative complications. The location of the stoma is a crucial factor in preventing problems. Stoma complications often result in an extended hospital stay and longer recovery for the patient, at an already stressful time. The evidence is clear; preoperative marking of the patient by qualified personnel for ideal stoma site placement reduces the risk of early complications and leads to higher health-related quality of life. A more informed patient involved in comprehending the impact of the stoma and its care will lead to a better quality of life after discharge. The body of literature is emphatic that preoperative site marking should be mandatory in elective cases. This position statement reinforces the necessity to have NSWOC and surgeons available at all times for emergency case interventions for stoma site marking.

Industry Associates NSWOCC has two opportunities for industry members to join our Association: either as an Industry Associate, or an Industry Associate PLUS. Industry Associates or Industry Associate PLUS are a company, or an individual who represents a company, whose primary business is related to the field of wound, ostomy, and/or continence care, and who is interested in and supportive of the objectives of NSWOCC. Industry Associates receive exclusive Members-only benefits, while Industry Associate PLUS receive additional discounts, exclusive access, and more. Industry representatives have the option of registering as a company representing more than one individual. When registering, you will just need to enter the contact information for one main contact of the company. Industry Associate $175.00 Annual Registration Fee Associate Type with NSWOCC Register now! Industry Associates receive exclusive Members-only benefits, similar to all other NSWOCC Members and Associates. Industry Associate Plus $500.00 Annual Registration Fee Associate Type with NSWOCC Register now! Industry Associate PLUS receive additional benefits on top of those enjoyed by NSWOCC Members and Associates, including discounts, exclusive access & right of refusal, and more. Industry Associate Plus Key Advantages Discount on Webinars Industry Associate Plus associates are offered a $250 discount on hosting continuing education webinars in partnership with NSWOCC. Learn more: hosting a webinar Priority Access National Conferences First to receive the Corporate Partnership Package of sponsorship opportunities (starting in 2024) 10% discount on the cost of registering company representatives for the National Conference NSWOC Advance First right of refusal for ad placement in the NSWOC Advance Learn more: NSWOC Advance Discount on Industry News Posts Standard cost for an Industry News Post - $500.00 Pricing discounts for: Industry Associate Plus is $300.00 (Total $200.00 per post) Industry Associate is $225.00 (Total of $275.00 per post) Learn more Job Postings Ability to advertise job postings on the NSWOCC job board at www.nswoc.ca/jobs Learn more: Job Board Shared Benefits for both Industry Associate & Industry Associate Plus

< Back Advanced Practice Nurse in wound, ostomy and continence care Children's Hospital of Eastern Ontario (CHEO) Ottawa, ON, Canada Permanent, Full-time From $41.84 to $60.58 per hour View Full Job Description How to Apply Apply online at: Careers (Myworkdayjobs.com) View Full Job Description Job Description The successful candidate will practice according to the Canadian Nurses Association Advanced Practice Nursing framework to assess, plan, implement and evaluate needs for children/youth with complex wound, ostomy, G-Tube and/or continence issues. Services are provided in consultation and in collaboration with all members of the health care team including those on the Community Discharge Team. The successful candidate will have a demonstrated commitment to evidence-based practices, family centered/multicultural care and evidence of working well within a multidisciplinary team. The Advanced Practice Nurse will practice according to the framework for Advanced Nursing Practice as set out by the CNA. Direct Comprehensive Patient Care: Provide expert nursing care to patients as it pertains to their wound, ostomy and continence (WOC) needs Optimizing Health Systems: Review of WOC related safety events (SRS) and provide expert recommendation for systems improvement Review WOC related metrics through Epic reporting and analyze for improvements to develop the WOC program Participate and promotes early identification and assessment of the patient’s needs related to WOC needs. Using evidence based data, lead quality improvement initiatives for the WOC program Responsible for the development and management of medical directives for the WOC program Responsible for the development and management of WOC related policy, procedure and standard work Education: Provide parent and patient education to patient undergoing treatment as it pertains to their WOC needs. Develop and deliver curriculum related to the WOC program to CHEO staff, medical staff, and medical residents Support staff to develop, implement and evaluate the care plan related to WOC issues. Ongoing mentorship Research: Enhances the scientific base of nursing practice by utilizing and supporting research in nursing and with other disciplines Evaluates nursing and multidisciplinary research and assesses its impact on patient care and nursing services where appropriate Interprets, communicates and disseminates research findings to support patient care and recommended policy changes based on research Leadership: Participate as CHEO Best Practice Spotlight Organization Champion Lead for Pressure Ulcer Prevention. Provide leadership to CHEO nursing staff as an expert in WOC care. Consultation and Collaboration: Provide consultative service to inpatients requiring expert WOC care. Collaborate with the surgical and medical teams to offer advanced nursing services to patients requiring expert WOC care Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team (ie Occupational Therapy) to optimize outcomes for patients requiring WOC services. Work with the inpatient units and Community Discharge Team to support safe and timely discharge Participate in Medbuy product review related to wound, ostomy, g-tube and continence products The APN will work closely with nursing leadership to outline the goals of the WOC program and develop an implementation strategy in order to optimize the program in a period of significant growth. The successful candidate will adapt well to change and can manage not only competing priorities, but changing priorities. The APN may be assigned work not outlined above, but as it relates to the wound, ostomy and g-tube program. Requirements/Qualifications QUALIFICATIONS Police Record Check (PRC) (Essential) Current registration with the College of Nurses (Essential) Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing (Essential) Master’s degree in Nursing or a related field (Essential) Acute care pediatric nursing experience ( Preferred) and/or case management experience 3-5 years (Preferred) Bilingualism (English/French) ( Preferred) Completion of an NSWOC education program or willingness to obtain (Essential) Experience managing GTube, ostomies and complex wounds (Essential) Demonstrated competency in assessment of pediatric health care needs. (Essential) Demonstrated problem solving skills (Essential) Ability to work autonomously (Essential) Effective communication skills including patient advocacy (Essential) Effective negotiation skills (Essential) Ability to function effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment (Essential) Demonstrated leadership skills (Essential) Demonstrated knowledge of adult learning principles (Essential) RNAO BPSO Champion Certificate or willing needs to obtain with 3 months of hire (Essential) Company/Organization Description

NSWOCs are specialized nurses. A Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) is a registered nurse with advanced and specialized knowledge and clinical skills in wound, ostomy and continence care who has graduated from a World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) recognized education program. Who are Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs)? NSWOCs are specialized nurses. A Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOC) is a registered nurse with advanced and specialized knowledge and clinical skills in wound, ostomy and continence care who has graduated from a World Council of Enterostomal Therapists (WCET) recognized education program. NSWOCs are CNA Certified. Recognized as Nurses who have specialized training in wound, ostomy and continence by the Canadian Nurses Association (CNA), NSWOCs are the ONLY nursing specialty with CNA certification in wound, ostomy and continence care (WOCC(C)). NSWOCs are across the continuum of care. From acute care hospitals, outpatient clinics, community, long term care and in independent practice, an NSWOC provides specialized holistic assessment and management as an interprofessional team member to meet the needs of individuals/families with ostomies, acute and chronic wounds and urinary and fecal continence problems. The NSWOC Power of 3 As healthcare spending in Canada continues to climb, pressure on healthcare administrators to deliver cost-efficient care is intensifying—and policymakers are ever-more focused on ensuring quality and system sustainability. Wound, ostomy and continence challenges are common across all Canadian healthcare settings—and their management places a financial burden on the healthcare system. Registered Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence (NSWOCs) can help alleviate the financial strain facing administrators and policymakers through the provision of higher quality care, reduced costs and improved outcomes for patients. Discover the NSWOC Power of 3 Become an NSWOC! The Wound, Ostomy & Continence Institute’s Wound, Ostomy and Continence Education Program (WOC-EP) provides baccalaureate-prepared Registered Nurses with post graduate education and preparation for Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) certification in the wound, ostomy and continence tri-specialty with a focus on quality clinical and cost outcomes. Learn more & apply now! Name Change Tool Kit As of May 4, 2018, the Canadian Association for Enterostomal Therapy (CAET) changed their name to “Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, & Continence Canada” (NSWOCC). The Enterostomal Therapy Nurse (ETN) is now known as “Nurse Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence” (NSWOC). NSWOCC Designation and Credential Position Statement NSWOC Position statement Name change notice Designation & Credentials "My NSWOC was my support line. She gave me her knowledge, friendliness and respect. To this day I think about how lucky I was that she was available and that she offered her phone number to reach her at any time. Sixteen years later, I live without a large bowel, I have a stoma—and I have never looked back. With the help of this nurse, today I am healthy both physically and mentally." ANN DURKEE Ostomy Patient, Nova Scotia

< Back Directeur du programme français, de l'Institut d’enseignement en plaies, des stomies et continence Infirmières spécialisées en plaies, stomies et continence Canada Poste contractuel à temps partiel - 30 heures par semaine, 48 semaines par an. En fonction de l'expérience. View Full Job Description How to Apply Si ce poste vous intéresse, veuillez envoyer votre CV et une lettre d’intérêt par courriel à Cathy Harley, PDG des ISPSCC, à l'adresse office@nswoc.ca avant le 1er février 2023. View Full Job Description Job Description RELEVANT DE : Président(e) académique de l'Institut des plaies, stomies et continence Responsable devant : Président(e) académique de l'Institut PSC, conseil d'administration des ISPSCC, bénévoles des ISPSCC, conseillers académiques et étudiants. Le candidat retenu doit être disponible pour travailler pendant les heures de bureau, du lundi au vendredi. Horaires : Poste contractuel à temps partiel - 30 heures par semaine, 48 semaines par an. Responsable de la direction : De l'équipe chargée de l'élaboration des programmes et le corps enseignant, du développement continu et de la gestion de tous les programmes éducatifs français des ISPSCC, y compris le programme éducatif-PSC, le programme SWAN, le programme ISWA et les séries d'enrichissement de la pratique ainsi que les programmes de formation continue, y compris le programme éducatif de planification de la conférence nationale des ISPSCC, les publications des ISPSCC et les programmes éducatifs supplémentaires tels que la série de webinaires des ISPSCC. Ce rôle est assumé en collaboration avec le président académique de l’Institut-PSC. Résumé de la description du poste Le directeur du programme de français sera responsable des portefeuilles suivants : A. Développement des programmes En collaboration avec le président académique de l'Institut PSC, élaborer et mettre en œuvre un plan stratégique en collaboration avec le conseil d'administration des ISPSCC et les principaux membres du corps enseignant afin de soutenir le développement des programmes PE-PSC, SWAN, ISWA et Foundations of Skin Health , conformément à la mission, à la vision et aux valeurs générales et au plan stratégique des ISPSCC. Identifier de nouvelles opportunités pour l'offre de formation à distance. Positionner les programmes d'éducation de l'Institut des plaies, des stomies et de la continence en les faisant passer d'un programme fondamental à un programme académique élargi. Bonifier les séries de webinaires et le Journal Club . B. Renforcer le programme des précepteurs : Soutenir le responsable des précepteurs et le coordinateur français dans le recrutement de précepteurs qualifiés en matière de plaies, de stomies et de continence et dans le maintien des contrats et des relations avec les établissements dans lesquels les précepteurs travaillent. Soutenir le processus d'élaboration de contrats avec des sites cliniques potentiels afin de satisfaire à la composante de préceptorat clinique requise du cours PE-PSC. C. Communications/Marketing Aider à diffuser les nouvelles avancée du programme d'éducation des ISPSCC/Institut PSC aux membres des ISPSCC par le biais du site Web de l’Institut PSC des ISPSCC, et aux conseillers académiques. Élaborer une campagne de marketing nationale en collaboration avec le président académique et le directeur général et gestionnaire des adhésions et des communications des ISPSCC, le conseil d'administration des ISPSCC pour tous les programmes éducatifs. Recruter à l'échelle nationale de nouvelles infirmières et de nouvelles infirmiers auxiliaires en tant qu'étudiants par le biais d'un plan d'inscription élargi et avec la possibilité d'opportunités internationales futures. Requirements/Qualifications Qualifications : Diplômé d'un programme de soins infirmiers en stomothérapie/plaies, stomie et continence reconnu par le WCET. Maîtrise dans un domaine connexe (un atout) 5 ans de participation ou de leadership dans le domaine de l'enseignement à distance, de l'élaboration de programmes éducatifs et/ou de la gestion. Compréhension démontrée des principes, des systèmes de prestation et des applications d'un programme d'enseignement à distance. Preuve d'une préparation formelle en éducation dans le domaine de l'apprentissage des adultes ou l'équivalent. Compréhension manifeste des besoins éducatifs particuliers des infirmières et infirmiers spécialisés en plaies, stomies et continence au Canada et à l'étranger. Capacité démontrée de diriger dans un environnement d'équipe en travaillant dans un système virtuel. Bilinguisme français/anglais Détenir la certification de l'AIIC PSCC(C) Company/Organization Description

< Back Clinical Specialist, Continence Coloplast Toronto, ON, Canada View Full Job Description How to Apply Please apply online at: Clinical Speacialist, Continence View Full Job Description Job Description Reporting to the Clinical Lead, Chronic Care, you will be responsible for providing clinical advisory needs and applying our clinical message on behalf of Coloplast with customers and within our sales and marketing team. As a registered nurse, ideally specialized in continence, this individual provides clinical expertise in the areas of continence care. Activities include clinical education & skills development for internal and external customers, providing clinical expertise related to Coloplast marketing initiatives and serving as a regionally focused clinical resource to the organization. Major Areas of Accountability Represent Coloplast as a clinical expert Maintain professional credentials and education to maintain status as a clinical expert through board certification as a nurse. Develop and deliver, in conjunction with marketing and sales, educational programs to a diverse group of internal and external customers. These may be live, web-based, on-demand or on-line programs. Attend approved national and regional conferences and tradeshows as a Coloplast representative, interacting with key customers and attending scientific programs. Report back to senior leadership/training key clinical learnings and opportunities. Develop and maintain relationships with industry Key Opinion Leaders (KOLs). This includes developing KOLs to speak on behalf of Coloplast and enlisting their help with Coloplast committee sessions. Work with our Continence sales team to deliver content to clinicians throughout Canada. Create quarterly content for Coloplast Professional, our external education platform for clinicians. Act as a clinical liaison to Consumer Care department and sales force to handle clinical use of product issues – “Ask the Expert.” Develop and execute trainings at the meetings. Contribute articles for professional and end user publications. Marketing program development Collaborate on Marketing initiatives to develop, in conjunction with marketing, clinical education for internal and external customers. Support and train Coloplast employees on the use of clinical evidence to support the brand message of the business areas. Sales team support Align educational resources with key sales initiatives of the business unit. Maximize individual clinical resources and energies towards overall success of business units. Provide clinical support for key account strategic planning and educational initiatives. Own and execute clinical material for onboarding of all new hires. Requirements/Qualifications Basic Qualifications Registered Nurse with a Bachelor’s degree Strongly Preferred NSWOC/WOCC certification, along with CNA 5+ years’ experience in a clinical setting working with patients and/or end users; experience with continence strongly preferred Previous medical industry experiences are an asset Domestic travel required, up to 30-40% of the time Willingness and ability to travel to the US on occasion (2-3 trips per year) Effective written and presentation skills Ability to read, analyze and interpret clinical publications Strong organization and project management skills Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite: Excel, Word, and PowerPoint Ability to tailor training and education to serve many audiences Demonstrated ability to effectively manage competing priorities through execution Coloplast employees are required to conduct business to the highest ethical and professional standards; comply with applicable laws and regulations, the Advamed Code of Ethics on Interactions with Healthcare Professionals, and company policies. Company/Organization Description

Program Manager < Back Nicole Kocajda MBA, IIWCC, ISWA Program Manager Nicole graduated from Athabasca University with a Master’s of Business Administration (MBA) where she developed critical and analytical thinking which can be applied to for profit and not for profit businesses. As an industry participant, she completed the University of Toronto’s IIWCC (International Interdisciplinary Wound Care Course) and recently completed the NSWOCC WOC Institute’s Industry Skin Wellness program (ISWA) and the University of Alberta’s Indigenous History certificate. Nicole’s extensive sales and marketing experience has been focused for over thirty years in the domains of wound, ostomy and continence. As the Marketing Manager of Molnlycke Canada, Nicole was responsible for wound care product launches, conference planning and educational initiatives and forming strategic partnerships both provincially, nationally and globally. She also gained experience in sales as an area manager and key account manager in advanced wound care. Prior to that, Nicole served in various sales and marketing roles for ConvaTec in the three domains of wound, ostomy and continence. This included sales management, territory management, as a product manager and field trainer. She liaised with the Montreal Ostomy Association and assisted in the development of the “Renaissance” Recognition Award Program, which developed into a National program. Her passion for her work and leadership skills were evident as she won seven sales achievement awards and was the recipient of regional and national leadership awards. Nicole has worked with the NSWOC Community and Ostomy Canada Society throughout her more than thirty-year career and has been dedicated to advancing the specialized role of wound, ostomy and continence nurses and improving patient outcomes.

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The CJWOC is the official publication of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy, and Continence Canada (NSWOCC). Replacing the NSWOC Advance, this peer-reviewed journal represents an important evolution toward a more scientific and academic-focused publication that reflects the high standards of our wound, ostomy and continence specialty in Canada. Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) We’re excited to announce the launch of the Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) ! Starting with its Spring 2025 Issue, the CJWOC will be the official publication of Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy and Continence Canada (NSWOCC) . Replacing the NSWOC Advance , this peer-reviewed journal represents an important evolution toward a more scientific and academic-focused publication that reflects the high standards of our wound, ostomy and continence specialty in Canada. The Canadian Journal of Wound, Ostomy and Continence (CJWOC) is published three times per year in French and English—in Spring, Fall, and Winter—and is available in both digital and print formats. Manuscripts are submitted by both Canadian and international authors. The journal is indexed in CINAHL and EBSCOhost through EBSCO Publishing, as well as in Cengage Learning/Gale, ensuring wide accessibility for healthcare professionals and researchers. CJWOC Editorial Board Lina Martins, MScN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC CJWOC Editor-in-Chief JWOCN Canadian Feature Section Editor Editorial Board Member for Ontario Louise Forest-Lalande, RN, MEd, ET, FNSWOC French Editor Editorial Board Member for Québec & Atlantic Canada Julie Gagnon French Language Associate Karen Campbell, PhD, MScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C) Editorial Board Member for British Columbia & Yukon Kevin Woo, PhD, RN, FAPWCA, NSWOC, WOCC(C), FNSWOC Editorial Board Member for Prairies, Northwest Territories, & Nunavut Join the CJWOC Community Share your research, case studies, and clinical insights! Submit your work to contribute to advancing knowledge in wound, ostomy, and continence care. Review the Editorial Guidelines and submit your manuscript. Contact our Editor-in-Chief, Lina Martins, MN, BScN, RN, NSWOC, WOCC(C), at cjwoc@nswoc.ca , for guidance and support. Opportunities to Publish First time authors welcome! The CJWOC publishes peer-reviewed manuscripts on topics related to wound, ostomy, and continence nursing practice. Submit your clinical article or case study now and share your research and experiences with colleagues across Canada. For more submission information or editorial guidelines, click below or reach out to an Editorial Board representative for free writing and coaching support. Please note that you must review the Editorial Guidelines prior to submitting a manuscript. If you have any questions, please send an email to our Editor-in-Chief at cjwoc@nswoc.ca , copying office@nswoc.ca . Submit a Manuscript Author Forms & Policies The NSWOCC - JWOCN Connection The NSWOCC Feature Section of JWOCN publishes announcements and short articles related to practice, program development, education, and quality improvement from the Canadian NSWOC perspective. Submissions are 250-500 words including figures and tables. For more information, contact cjwoc@nswoc.ca for free writing and coaching support. JWOCN Publication Guidelines

In it Together: Moving mountains to create a world of better wound, ostomy and continence care WCET® - NSWOCC® 2026 Biennial Joint Congress We are delighted to announce the upcoming WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress, scheduled to take place from April 24-28, 2026, at the Vancouver Convention Center, Vancouver, British Columbia. This prestigious event will bring together global leaders in wound, ostomy, and continence care to exchange knowledge and foster collaboration. Vancouver Convention Centre Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Call for Abstracts The Scientific Committee invites you to submit abstracts for both oral and poster presentations on topics including wound care, ostomy management, continence care, education, and leadership. Abstract submissions are now open! The deadline for submissions is October 6, 2025. Notification of acceptance will be sent by November 10, 2025. Submit an abstract Submission Guidelines Sign up for Email Updates Subscribe to get email updates to be the first to know when registration launches! First Name Last Name Email City Region/State/Province Country Country Position Company I agree to receive emails regarding the WCET® - NSWOCC® 2026 Biennial Joint Congress and understand that I can opt out at any time. Sign Me Up Thanks for signing up!