Announcing LipCanCon: Canada’s First National Lipedema Conference

Join us for LipCanCon, Canada’s first national lipedema conference, on September 11 and 12, 2026, in Winnipeg, Manitoba! This event will unite patients, advocates, and healthcare professionals to enhance the understanding and treatment of lipedema. Experience research presentations, hands-on learning, and discussions that will shape Canadian healthcare’s future. Don’t miss this chance to connect with experts and community members. Stay tuned for details at conference.lipedemacanada.org!

Lipedema Canada is making history in 2026 with its first national conference. We are proud to introduce LipCanCon (Lipedema Canada Conference), a groundbreaking event designed to unite patients, advocates, and healthcare professionals. Together, we are building a stronger, more informed lipedema community from the ground up.

Laying the Foundation

LipCanCon will set the stage for lipedema education, improved access to care, and the development of vital Canadian health policy. This event is a unique opportunity to change how this condition is understood and treated across the country.

Highlights of the conference include:

  • First-Class Research: Presentations on the latest developments in the field.
  • Hands-On Learning: Opportunities to perform diagnostic assessments on real patients with support from world leaders.
  • Collaboration: A pivotal moment where voices unite to transform the future of Canadian healthcare.

Event Details: Where the Future Takes Shape

Our inaugural LipCanCon will be held in Winnipeg, Manitoba, a city known for its vibrant culture and hospitality. We have selected a venue that encourages connection and networking.

  • Dates: September 11 and 12, 2026
  • Venue: Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre
  • Location: Winnipeg, Manitoba

Winnipeg, often called the “Gateway to the West,” offers the perfect backdrop for this milestone event. From its stunning riverside trails to world-class museums, it is an ideal setting for our community to gather and grow.

Stay Informed

We are hard at work finalizing the full schedule and speaker list. Details for the conference will be available shortly at:

conference.lipedemacanada.org