CONNEXT Canadian Compounding Conference 2026

May 29-30, 2026 | In Person | Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

Conferences & Symposiums

 

Summary

CONNEXT: Canadian Compounding Conference 2026 is the premier event for Canadian compounding pharmacists and pharmacy owners seeking actionable insights and strategic growth. Built by and for Canadian pharmacy experts, this conference delivers practical, peer-led learning and unparalleled networking to elevate your patient care, practice and business.

Meet one of our CONNEXT 2026 speakers, Grant Ainsley!

What You'll Experience:

  • Advanced Clinical Insights: Deepen your understanding of complex patient needs, including chronic pain, women's health, hormonal transitions (including testosterone therapy), and the intricate link between autoimmune diseases and pain management. Gain clarity on underlying mechanisms and treatment considerations.
  • Business Optimization Strategies: Discover how to safeguard your business from quality failures and operational risks. Learn practical strategies to improve consistency, reduce costly mistakes and ensure long-term success and profitability.
  • Financial Performance Optimization: Explore the KPIs that drive profitability and long-term value in the compounding sector, how to track and interpret them and how to avoid common reporting errors that obscure operational reality and risk undervaluing your business.
  • Innovative Therapies: Explore the therapeutic potential of low-dose naltrexone (LDN) in treating conditions like fibromyalgia and pediatric atopic dermatitis, with discussions extending to its emerging use in veterinary patients.
  • Mastery of Communication & Influence: Transform your communication skills with Canada's Best Media Trainer. Learn to navigate difficult conversations, stay on message with the media and make your professional voice more impactful and trusted in the public eye.
  • Peer-Led Networking: Connect with your community of Canadian compounding leaders. Share best practices, resolve challenges and innovate together in a collaborative environment.

CONNEXT is a must-attend for Canadian compounders. This event carries —

  • Canadian Industry Focus: Content tailored to your regulatory guidelines, patient considerations and context.
  • Practice-Ready Takeaways: Strategies immediately applicable on day 1 to benefit your clinical practice and business growth.
  • Expert-Led & Peer-Driven: Learn from the best in the field and connect with your peers, while celebrating the announcement of the 2026 Canadian Compounding Pharmacist of the Year and Technician of the Year honors.
  • Community & Connection: Build your network, find mentors and collaborate with fellow compounders and industry insiders.

Ready to elevate your practice? Register early to save your seat and save CAD on early bird registration.

CE will be applied for.

Agenda Highlight

Friday Night Member Social — Friday, May 29, 2026

After a full day of learning and networking, it’s time to relax and raise a glass! Join us Friday evening, May 29, for a spirited social at Rig Hand Distillery. We’ll whisk you away from the Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel for an exclusive behind-the-scenes distillery tour, followed by a guided tasting of their signature creations and a delicious buffet meal. It’s the perfect way to unwind, connect with colleagues and toast to a great conference day!

Cost: $70 CAD per person

Includes shuttle transportation to/from Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel and Rig Hand Distillery, distillery tour, spirit tasting and buffet meal.

Learn More About Rig Hand Distillery

Experts & Attendees Say This Is the Event You Can't Miss!

We’re excited to welcome Grant Ainsley — journalist, author and educator — to CONNEXT 2026.

 

What Members Are Saying

"The PCCA CONNEXT: Canadian Compounding Conference is truly one of the highlights of the year. Every time I attend, I’m reminded just how special this community is. The atmosphere is electric — full of energy, excitement and genuine passion for compounding pharmacy. "

"If you’re looking to reignite your excitement for compounding, stay ahead of industry trends and be surrounded by like-minded professionals who genuinely care, it's the place to be. "

— Heather Snook, RPhT, and Katrina Wilson-Kubota, BScPharm, RPh
Medicine Shoppe in Spruce Grove, Alberta

"Attending PCCA CONNEXT Canadian Compounding Conference has become one of the most valuable professional experiences of our year as compounding pharmacists. "

"The expertise of the speakers consistently stands out. Each session delivers practical, relevant insights — from new industry updates to best practices we can bring back to our small rural compounding pharmacy. We always leave feeling inspired, better informed and more confident in our practice. "

— Loreigh MacKay, BScPharm, and Greg MacKay, RPh
Keswick Compounding Pharmacy in Keswick, New Brunswick

 
 

Pricing

In-Person Attendance Early Bird Thru April 4, 2026 Regular Price After April 4, 2026
Per Attendee $1,295 CAD $1,495 CAD
 
 

Agenda

Friday, May 29, 2026  
7:30 AM Registration + Breakfast + Expo
7:45 AM Morning Warm-Up: Unfiltered Questions, Expert Answers – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP, and Sebastian Denison, RPh
8:15 AM Welcoming Announcements – Amanda Cassel
8:30 AM New Insights in Chronic Pain for Women’s Health Conditions – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP
10:00 AM Navigating Unique Financial Metrics: KPIs, Benchmarks and Reporting Best Practices for Compounding Pharmacies – Max Beairsto, BScPharm, MBA, CVA
10:15 AM Networking Break + Expo
10:45 AM All Things Topical – Sebastian Denison, RPh
11:45 AM LDN as an Effective Treatment for Fibromyalgia – Taylor Bean, ND
12:30 PM Celebrating Excellence + Lunch + Expo
2:00 PM Strategies for Autoimmune/Rheumatologic Conditions and Quenching the Inflammatory Fire – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP
3:00 PM TBD – Sebastian Denison, RPh
3:45 PM Break + Expo
4:15 PM LDN as an Effective Treatment for Pediatric Atopic Dermatitis – Taylor Bean, ND
5:00 PM Wrap-Up with the Experts: Your Questions Answered – Taylor Bean, ND; Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP; and Sebastian Denison, RPh
5:30 PM Wrap Up + Adjourn – Amanda Cassel
6:00 PM Shuttle Pickup — Rig Hand Distillery (optional/registration required)
Saturday, May 30, 2026  
7:30 AM Registration + Breakfast + Expo
8:15 AM Welcome Back – Amanda Cassel
8:30 AM Inflammation in Hormonal Transitions: Perimenopause, Menopause and Andropause – Sarah Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP
9:30 AM TBD – Sebastian Denison, RPh
10:30 AM Networking Break + Expo
11:00 AM Speaking to the News Media — It’s Easier Than You Think – Grant Ainsley
12:30 PM Lunch + Expo
1:15 PM Seeing Risk Before It Happens: Developing a Mindset for Early Detection and Prevention – Ross Caputo, PhD
2:00 PM Can We Talk? – Grant Ainsley
3:00 PM Networking Break + Expo
3:30 PM TBD – Sebastian Denison, RPh
4:00 PM Final Session, Final Answers: Closing Q&A with Sebastian! – Sebastian Denison, RPh
4:30 PM Wrap-up
 
 

Speakers

 

Grant Ainsley, Journalist, Author, Educator

 

Max Beairsto, BScPharm, MBA, CVA, Owner and President of EVCOR

 

Taylor Bean, ND, TaylorMade Wellness

 

Ross Caputo, PhD, Eagle Analytical President & CEO

 

Sebastian Denison, RPh, Clinical Compounding Pharmacist

 

Dr. Sarah J. Zielsdorf, MD, MS, ABIM, IFMCP, Low-Dose Naltrexone Research Trust

 
 

Sponsors

Eagle Analytical Services – Friday Night Event Sponsor
Eagle Analytical Services is a cGMP-compliant, FDA-registered testing laboratory that partners with compounding pharmacies to provide reliable sterility, potency, stability and environmental testing, helping ensure product quality, regulatory compliance and patient safety.

EVCOR – Premier Booth Sponsor
EVCOR is dedicated to empowering pharmacy owners through specialized financial guidance and strategic support. As a premier financial consulting firm with deep expertise in the pharmacy sector, we are committed to helping you navigate the complexities of your business, particularly those unique to compounding operations. Our comprehensive services include precise business valuations, financial metric analysis, operational optimization strategies and pharmacy business sales — all designed to enhance profitability and long-term value.

Interested in sponsoring CONNEXT 2026? Contact Events Manager Krista Dempsey for more information.

 
 

Travel

Book your flight to Edmonton, Alberta, through Air Canada to save on airfare. Go to aircanada.com and enter promotion code VZGGNRY1 in the Promotion Code Box at airfare checkout.

Applicable Rules:

  • The booking is to be made to the following city: Edmonton, YEG (CA)
  • The travel period begins Thursday, May 21, 2026, and ends Saturday, June 06, 2026.
  • Travel is valid Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.
  • For North America, 5% applies on standard fares, 10% on flex fares & higher. For International Travel, 10% on standard fares & higher. 12% discount on Business Class fares (exception: 5% on the lowest Business Class).

See terms and conditions below.

 
 

Accommodations

Renaissance Edmonton Airport Hotel
4236 36th Street
Edmonton, AB T9E 0V4
780.488.7159

Call 877.231.1724 for reservations or book here.

PCCA Rate: $219 CAD/night

Hotel cutoff date: Monday, May 1, 2026

Please be sure to make your hotel reservation before the above cutoff date. After this deadline, room rates will increase and rooms may not be available.

 

No available classes at this time

BILLING AND CANCELLATION POLICY
Event billing will take place closer to the event date. If you wish to pay by credit card, please contact Krista Dempsey directly at 226.777.1476; otherwise, registration fees will be billed to your account. A full registration refund is available through to May 15, 2026. Cancellations received after May 15 will result in a 50% cancellation fee.

IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE
An email that includes educational app details will be sent to all in-person registrants the week of the event. Full instructions will be included in the email.

Air Canada Discount Terms and Conditions
In consideration for your organization, business or association (“Organization”) using Air Canada as its preferred airline for one of your meetings or events (the “Event”), Air Canada shall provide to your Organization the discounts to fares (the “Discounts”), described in the Meetings and Events Travel Services Product Features (“Services”) , subject to the following Meetings and Events Travel Services Terms and Conditions (“Terms and Conditions”):

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  • Minimum Number of Eligible Passengers. There must be a minimum of ten (10) Eligible Passengers traveling with Air Canada to the Event.
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