Preliminary Event Guide

Full Event Guide coming soon...

This year’s program centres on connection across generations — celebrating where we’ve been, engaging with where we are now, and exploring the innovations that will define the future of medicine.

FRIDAY, JUNE 19 — Day One

9:00–11:30 am At Your Leisure – Exploring Campus

An open arrival window to settle in, reconnect with classmates, and enjoy campus at your own pace. Optional suggestions will be provided for those interested in exploring or gathering informally.

11:30 am–1:00 pm Generations in Medicine Lunch

A facilitated lunch bringing together alumni and current medical students for conversation across generations, focused on shared experience, reflection, and the future of the profession.

1:30–3:30 pm Experiential Learning & Impact Sessions

Guided, small-group experiences highlighting how the College of Medicine has responded — and continues to respond — to changing needs in education, research, and health care delivery. Specific session themes and formats to be confirmed.

5:00 pm onward Class-Specific Reunion Gatherings

Independent gatherings organized by volunteer class representatives for members of each graduating class. Details will be shared directly by class leads.

7:00–10:30 pm Scrubs Off: After Hours Social

A relaxed, no-program evening for alumni and guests without a class-specific event — an opportunity to unwind, connect, and enjoy a casual night out.

SATURDAY, JUNE 20 — Day Two

Morning Options

Option One Professional Development Sessions (CME)

Continuing education has long been a cornerstone of Highlights in Medicine for the past 40 years. Professional development sessions will be offered through the College’s Division of Continuing Medical Education. ***Separate registration required. Details to come.

Option Two Saskatoon at Your Pace

An open morning to explore Saskatoon’s downtown and Broadway districts, reconnect with classmates, or enjoy local food, coffee, and conversation.

1:00–2:30 pm Lunch with the Dean

A moderated conversation with College leadership focused on the College’s direction, priorities, and the role alumni play in advancing its mission.

2:45–3:45 pm Research in Action: Behind-the-Scenes Experience

A guided visit offering insight into innovative medical research underway within the College, with a focus on real-world impact and future directions. Specific research focus to be confirmed.

6:00–10:00 pm Highlights Banquet

A formal closing celebration bringing alumni, guests, and the College community together for an evening of connection, reflection, and celebration.

Up-to-date event details and pass options are available through the registration link.


We would like to encourage you to connect with your classmates to make sure everyone has the opportunity to attend.

• CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Looking for accommodations?

The College of Medicine has partnered with the following Saskatoon hotels to offer Highlights in Medicine
registrants exclusive rates.

Wanting to stay close to campus?
Campus host hotels share a building and lobby, regardless of the type of room you book your hotel is
located at - 1838 College Drive; Saskatoon

HOLIDAY INN EXPRESS & SUITES EAST - UNIVERSITY:
Room with two queen beds or one king: Hotel direct 1-306-954-1250
Use group code: MED

STAYBRIDGE SUITES EAST - UNIVERSITY:
Room with one king bed: Hotel direct 1-306-952-4888
Use group code: MED

Want to stay in our banquet host hotel?
The 2026 Highlights Banquet will be held at the newly renovated Delta Saskatoon Downtown. With a central location across from the river and close to downtown amenities and restaurants. Located at - 405 20th Street East; Saskatoon

DELTA BY MARRIOTT - SASKATOON DOWNTOWN
Available rooms - Corner Queen
Booking Link: Click Here
Use reference number: M-VRSOW76

Celebrate your Class Reunion at Highlights!

The 2026 Highlights in Medicine Alumni Celebration is proud to recognize the following alumni class years. Congratulations on your milestone anniversary! We look forward to celebrating you alongside your peers.

Together, we can create Highlights in Medicine!

Continuing education has long been a cornerstone of Highlights in Medicine for the past 40
years. Professional development sessions will be offered through the college’s Division of
Continuing Medical Education. More information will be made available Spring 2026.

Donor-Funded Lectureships - Thank you!

Through the support of USask College of Medicine donors, the Highlights in Medicine program proudly presents three named lectureships each year. Each with its own guiding principles, lecturers for each annual opportunity are chosen based on the merits of their career, current work, and in consultation with a committee of peers.

If you are interested in supporting lectureship opportunities within the USask College of Medicine, please contact: med.advancement@usask.ca or 306-966-2600.

Dr. Anita Chakravarti Lecture in Health and Wellness

Established in 2015, the Dr. Anita Chakravarti Lectureship in Health and Wellness seeks to empower health care and service professionals to develop their personal health and wellbeing in the context of their workplace and community.

The Betty-Ann and Wade Heggie Lecture in Integrative Medicine

Established in 2005, the Betty-Ann and Wade Heggie Lecture in Integrative Medicine seeks to provide continuing education opportunities for medical faculty, residents, and practitioners in the field of complementary and alternative medicine.

The Clara and Frank Gertler Lectureship in Medicine

Established in 2005, the Clara and Frank Gertler Lectureship in Medicine seeks to advance the USask College of Medicine’s strategic direction, with topics that are supportive of and linked to current health and medical trends.