RNAO Gathers 200 Health Leaders to Advance Evidence-Based Care Implementation
Event summary
- RNAO's annual BPSO Symposium and BPSO OHT Summit took place September 24-25, 2026 in Toronto, bringing together 200+ health leaders.
- The BPSO Symposium focused on moving evidence into practice and measuring outcomes, featuring knowledge exchange and poster presentations.
- The BPSO OHT Summit aimed to advance integrated, evidence-based care across Ontario through collaboration among BPSO OHTs and other OHTs.
- RNAO's BPSO Program has expanded to over 1,500 organizations in Ontario, Canada, and internationally since its launch in 2003.
- The events were funded by Ontario's Ministry of Health and livestreamed via RNAO's YouTube channel.
The big picture
RNAO's events underscore the growing emphasis on evidence-based care implementation in healthcare systems. The BPSO Program's expansion reflects a broader industry trend toward standardized, measurable best practices across diverse healthcare settings. With over 1,500 participating organizations, RNAO is positioning itself as a key player in shaping healthcare quality and outcomes both locally and globally.
What we're watching
- Program Expansion
- The pace at which RNAO's BPSO Program continues to grow internationally will indicate its global influence in evidence-based care.
- Implementation Impact
- How effectively BPSOs translate evidence into measurable improvements in patient outcomes across diverse healthcare settings.
- Collaborative Dynamics
- Whether the strengthened partnerships among BPSO OHTs and other OHTs will lead to more integrated care models in Ontario.