Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence

We are a registered charity for over 600 nurses specialized in the care of patients with challenges in wound, ostomy and continence with over 1,600 Members.

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

NSWOCC® is pleased to welcome Axelle Pellerin as the association’s new CEO, effective May 1, 2026. We also extend our heartfelt thanks to Cathy Harley for 22 years of exceptional leadership and wish her the very best in retirement.

Read the full post: https://t.co/1cbvdwgNVh

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

🎉 Congratulations to the Poster Award Winners at the WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress 2026!

This year’s Congress featured 228 Clinician Posters and 47 Industry Posters.

Read the announcement:
https://t.co/m51ol8Jwnn

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Congratulations to the 2026 NSWOCC Fellows, inducted during the WCET®-NSWOCC® Joint Congress on April 25, 2026:
• Britney Butt
• Karen Campbell
• Shannon Handfield
• Debra Johnston
• Anna Tumchewics

+ Honourary NSWOCC Fellow: Cathy Harley

Read more: https://t.co/pIKB1WGLRt

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

We’re excited to be part of CNA Conference 2026 in Winnipeg!

Join NSWOCC on Sept. 21 for our pre-conference workshop: “Clinical Decision-Making in Wound Product Selection” led by Joshua Moralejo and Lawrence Cuevas.

Register: https://t.co/hBzcPAzNzz

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

National Nursing Week 2026 is almost here! May 11–17: NSWOCC joins CNA to celebrate “The Power of Nurses to Transform Health.”

🔗 Read our full announcement and learn how to participate: https://t.co/riWqrVm62Z

#NationalNursingWeek #wound #ostomy #continence

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us May 14, 2026 for a NSWOC & WOC Institute webinar on NPWT adoption. Learn about patient & clinician experience, usability, and cost savings to support decision-making.
Register: https://t.co/RAVTasXvEB

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Did you know that Destination Vancouver Perks Pass is Now Available for WCET® - NSWOCC® 2026 Joint Congress Delegates?

Learn More: https://t.co/jfHdUKd2tE

See you in Vancouver!
#MovingMountains #WCETNSWOCC2026

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

It’s NSWOC Week!
How are you celebrating this week?
Share your spirit using #NSWOCQuality

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

NSWOCC is proud to support Ostomy Canada’s Youth Camp and share the powerful impact of this program.
Learn more about supporting Ostomy Canada Youth Camp or sponsoring a camper: https://t.co/m00gAP6LKc

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us Apr 27 at #WCETNSWOCC2026 for “Surgical Site Infections” with Terry Swanson.
Learn evidence-based SSI prevention & management, plus innovations like fluorescence imaging, AI & smart dressings shaping the future of care.
Register: https://t.co/5l53VtZwXQ

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Just 2 weeks to go! Join us at #WCETNSWOCC2026 in Vancouver for 5 days of education, innovation & connection in wound, ostomy & continence care.
What are you most excited for?
Register: https://t.co/WJhW6Ld4Kq

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

On March 25, 2026, NSWOCC brought members together in Ottawa for an inspiring Ontario Local Meeting & Education Day, hosted in partnership with Coloplast. From regional updates to clinical insights and case studies, it was a night of learning, connection, and collaboration!

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us Apr 25 at #WCETNSWOCC2026 for “The Montreal Model” with Caroline Wong & Lisa Gausman. Learn how patient partnership, shared decision-making & co-design improve care and quality of life for those living with an ostomy.
Register: https://t.co/5l53VtZwXQ

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

NSWOC Week 2026 - Quality Improvement Starts With NSWOCs.
April 13–17, we celebrate the impact of NSWOCs in delivering high-quality care across Canada.
Join us by sharing a photo in your NSWOC gear and tag us using #NSWOCQuality #QualitéISPSC
Learn more: https://t.co/jr8EL2hOJX

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us on Apr 26 at #WCETNSWOCC2026 for “LARS: Yes, we can help!” with Louise Samuel.
Learn how to recognize & support patients with LARS, improve quality of life, and explore nurse-led care & emerging approaches like transanal irrigation.
Register: https://t.co/5l53VtZwXQ

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us on April 25th, 2026 at #WCETNSWOCC2026 for “Go with the Flow: Colon Cleansing” with Emily Woodgate.
Learn how to manage complex constipation & fecal incontinence, including bowel management strategies and treatment options.
Register: https://t.co/5l53VtZwXQ

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

The WOC Institute’s Pharmacist Wound, Ostomy & Continence Course is now nationally accredited!
Earn up to 100 MOC Section 1 hours + 100 Mainpro+® credits in this 20-week, self-paced course. Learn more: https://t.co/9HMYwSc4YV

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us on Apr 25th at #WCETNSWOCC2026 for a presentation on “Wound Care and Dementia.” Learn how dementia impacts wound risk and healing, and explore gaps in care to better support this growing patient population.
Register Now: https://t.co/5l53VtZwXQ
#MovingMountains

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us April 27, 2026 in Vancouver at #WCETNSWOCC2026 for a session on vaginal pessaries as a non-surgical option for pelvic organ prolapse. Learn assessment, treatment, and how pessaries support patient outcomes.
Register: https://t.co/5l53VtZwXQ
#MovingMountains

[Nurses Specialized in Wound, Ostomy & Continence @NSWOC]

Join us Apr 26 at #WCETNSWOCC2026 for “Urinary Diversions: Improving Patient Experience & Outcomes Through the BCSC Program.”
Learn strategies to better prepare patients for surgery and support recovery.
Register: https://t.co/5l53VtZwXQ
#MovingMountains