Canadian Association of Wilderness Medicine

CAWM is a non-profit organization created with the goal of connecting Canadian practitioners, researchers, educators, and professionals in Wilderness Medicine from across Canada, and promoting the field as an area of focus and specialization.
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CAWM2026

"[CAWM has] inspired me to continue researching for new and improved ways of medicine that surpass old protocols. [I have] a new motivated 'why' to maintain fitness and aim for higher, to be able to perform best practices in the wilderness. [My] eyes are opened to different opportunities for careers that I didn't know exist but strongly line up with my core values."

-CAWM member

CAWM2026

September 11-13, 2026

Hilton Whistler Hotel (and virtual)

Whistler, BC

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CAWM2026 Speaker/Workshop Applications

Are NOW OPEN! Click the link below to learn more and APPLY NOW!
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Case Study Night

Case study nights is a webinar series designed for paramedics and pre-hospital providers. Each session will feature a real case explored through guided discussion and shared learning.

Join Episode #1 on March 5, 2026 at 18:00 MT 

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Special Seminar Series

We have a new CAWM Special Seminar episode coming soon.

March 18, 2026
18:00 MT on Zoom 

Click the link below to learn more!

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Join the CAWM Journal Club!

Whether you're a healthcare provider, outdoor professional, first aider, or simply passionate about wilderness medicine, you're welcome to share your perspective, swap stories, and learn alongside a like-minded community.
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Membership

Become a CAWM member to become involved with CAWM, and experience membership benefits.
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Events

CAWM hosts a variety of in person events including an annual conference, and wilderness medicine races. Our virtual events include Mountainside Meetups, our So You Wanna Be A...? webinar, and our Special Seminar Series.
Upcoming Events
Conference 2025

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Visit the CAWM Store to purchase a Membership, event access and CAWM merchandise.
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Honors & Awards

The Canadian Association of Wilderness Medicine works to recognize persons within the wilderness medical community with exceptional work and/or care given in the field of wilderness medicine.
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Contact Us

If you have any questions, concerns or encounter any problems, please let us know.