Welcome to the 2026 Digital Health Innovation Conference!

Dear Colleagues, Partners, and Digital Health Leaders,

It is both an honour and a privilege to welcome you to the HIMSS Eastern Canada Chapter Fall Conference in Toronto this October.

As I step into the role of President of the HIMSS Eastern Canada Chapter, I am inspired by the incredible momentum, collaboration, and innovation taking place across our healthcare community. From clinicians and health system leaders to researchers, entrepreneurs, policymakers, and technology innovators, our collective commitment to improving healthcare through digital transformation has never been more important.

This conference is an opportunity to come together to share ideas, challenge perspectives, and explore the evolving future of healthcare in Canada and beyond. At a time when health systems continue to face increasing complexity and pressure, collaboration and innovation remain essential to building more connected, equitable, and sustainable models of care.

Throughout this event, you will hear from thought leaders and changemakers who are advancing digital health in meaningful and practical ways. More importantly, you will have the opportunity to connect with peers who are equally passionate about driving impact and improving outcomes for patients, providers, and communities.

Our chapter continues to grow in both reach and diversity, bringing together voices from across Eastern Canada and from every corner of the healthcare ecosystem. We are proud to foster a community that values partnership, inclusivity, and shared learning, and we believe that meaningful transformation happens when diverse perspectives come together with a common purpose.

Whether you are joining us to discover new innovations, exchange ideas, build partnerships, or simply reconnect with colleagues and friends, we are delighted to have you with us.

Thank you for being part of this vibrant community and for your continued dedication to advancing digital health. I look forward to welcoming you to Toronto this fall and to the conversations, connections, and inspiration that await us.

Warm regards,
Joy Ardanaz, President
HIMSS Eastern Canada Chapter