It is with sadness that the CAR shares the news of the passing of Dr. Douglas MacEwan from Manitoba. On April 1, 2024, at the age of 99, Dr. MacEwan passed away peacefully in his Winnipeg home.

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CAR Board Member Dr. Jana Taylor took the stage as part of a panel of experts from the public, private, and non-profit sectors speaking on their work experiences as women in their respective industries. Read More

The CAR is thrilled to congratulate Dr. Carole Dennie on recently being appointed Chair of the University of Ottawa Department of Radiology, Radiation Oncology, and Medical Physics and Head of The Ottawa Hospital (TOH) Department of Medical Imaging. Read More

Advancing the field of radiology requires a round-the-clock effort, and those who dedicate their time deserve recognition. The CAR 2024 Awards were presented to extraordinary leaders whose contributions move the profession forward and improve patient care. Read More

With internationally renowned plenary session speakers, cutting-edge educational sessions, and engaging networking opportunities, CAR 2024 was a resounding success. Read More

One of the significant changes to the CAR 2024 program is the addition of longer and more frequent breaks throughout the event, allowing everyone to connect with speakers and catch up with colleagues. Attendees will also have the chance to find out more about other organizations within the CAR umbrella, like the five Affiliate Societies. With plenty of time each day, there are lots of opportunities to network, socialize, and celebrate excellence in radiology. Read More

While most of us are excited to watch the upcoming Paris Olympic Games as fans from the comfort of our couches, one CAR member will travel to France to take part in providing care for the world's greatest athletes. Dr. Bruce Forster will make the journey overseas as part of the International Olympic Committee (IOC) medical team. Read More

Canada's radiology community is dedicated and innovative. The European Congress of Radiology (ECR) 2024 offered a platform to demonstrate these qualities by engaging with medical societies and collaborating on an international stage. CAR President Dr. Ania Kielar, Past-President Dr. Gilles Soulez, and CEO Nick Neuheimer attended the event in Vienna, Austria from February 28-March 3. Read More

Negotiating is a professional skill that needs to be learned and developed, and while some are great at negotiation, it does not come naturally to most. Earlier in February, the CAR partnered with the University of Toronto (U of T) Department of Medical Imaging to host Women in Radiology: Negotiation Skills, an informative evening dedicated to discussing the importance of negotiation in radiology careers, share stories of personal negotiation experience, and outline steps on how women in radiology can improve this skillset. Read More

Academic journals like the Canadian Association of Radiologists Journal (CARJ) and many others would not be possible without the dedicated work of peer reviewers. For CAR member Dr. Anass Benomar, the peer reviewing experience has been a rewarding journey. Read More

The CAR's Outlook for 2024

By Dr. Ania Kielar, CAR President

Coming into a new year, the CAR will continue to seek out new opportunities for advancement and enhancing patient care.

Over the past few years, there have been some significant challenges in radiology and our members have worked tirelessly to advocate for enhancements in healthcare delivery and quality patient care. Read More

A feature attraction of the CAR's Annual Scientific Meeting is the exciting lineup of plenary sessions speakers. With the renowned radiology leaders speaking on a breadth of topics, CAR 2024 will be an event not to miss.

Get to know the five plenary session speakers featured at CAR 2024. Read More

By Dr. Kaitlin M. Zaki-Metias - Radiology Resident in the US

As a Canadian citizen, having a foot on both sides of the border throughout radiology residency can be daunting. While opportunities in the United States are abundant, there are visa limitations that may restrict where Canadians are able to pursue fellowship training. For those of us aiming for a path back home to practice in Canada, the waters can be difficult to navigate. Read More

The CAR is thrilled to announce its new Affiliate Society, the Canadian Society of Skeletal Radiology (CSSR), and delighted to introduce the esteemed Dr. Viviane Khoury as the inaugural President of the CSSR. Read More

CAR President Dr. Ania Kielar shares highlights from this past year

The pandemic had a dramatic impact on healthcare delivery over the last few years. Although the acute pressures of COVID-19 are mostly behind us, patients continue to face lengthy waitlists for medical imaging. This is due to an array of variables including health human resource (HHR) shortages in radiology departments and a lack of modern medical imaging equipment. We are also seeing high levels of burnout among radiology professionals. These challenges are present across the country. Read More

The CAR 2023-27 Strategic Plan sets out the Association's goals and objectives and will help to guide the work of the CAR. This plan stems from a session with our Board of Directors in September 2022 in Halifax. Consultations with the Board and a member survey were the driving forces behind the development of this plan. Read More

The CAR could not be more pleased to return to Chicago for the Radiological Society of North America’s Annual Meeting from November 26^th-29^th. With over 300 presenters, Canadian radiologists certainly made their mark on the international stage. Read More

It was another great year of supporting excellence in radiology research and education for the Canadian Radiological Foundation (CRF). Thanks to the generous contributions of our donors, there were numerous great accomplishments throughout the year to recognize. Read More

Attention Specialists in Breast Imaging, Interventional Radiology, AI, and Data Sharing:

The CAR is introducing five new working groups and one new standing committee that are looking for volunteers. These groups will focus on setting quality guidance and accreditation standards for breast imaging, interventional radiology, data sharing, and integrating AI. This is your opportunity to connect with your peers and lead the development of radiology standards in Canada. Read More

On October 19^th the CAR hosted its 8^th Annual Day on the Hill. This date was selected to coincide with the CAR Board Meeting in Ottawa. The purpose of the Day on the Hill is to advocate for the advancement of radiology at the national level and to raise awareness of the important role that radiologists play in the healthcare system. This year, the CAR partnered with the Canadian Association of Medical Radiation Technologists (CAMRT) and Sonography Canada to develop recommendations to address the medical imaging crisis in Canada. Read More