Banff
Banff Centre Hotel
Alberta, Canada
August 20-22, 2026
TOPICS:
Emergency and Critical Care + Cardio – Dr. Terri DeFrancesco
Emergency and Critical Care + Internal Medicine – Dr. Rita Hanel
Ophthalmology – Dr. Lauren Charnock
Neurology – Dr. Chris Mariani
Earn 15 hours of RACE and NYSED-approved CE while surrounded by the beauty of Banff National Park. Banff Centre sits next to Tunnel Mountain and is just five minutes from downtown Banff. You will have easy access to pristine wilderness and endless outdoor adventures.
Register Early:
Go-Getter: $995 if registered by May 8, 2026
Jet-Setter: $1125 if registered after May 8, 2026
Tentative Schedule
August 19, 2026
Welcome Reception – Drink tickets and bar
August 20, 2026
7:00-8:00 am Breakfast Buffet/Check-in (registration)
8:00-1:00 pm Lectures
10:45-11:00 am Break and Snacks
1:00 pm Relax and Explore!
August 21, 2026
7:00-8:00 am Breakfast Buffet
8:00 –1:00 pm Lectures
10:45-11:00 am Break and Snacks
1:00 pm Relax and Explore!
August 22, 2026
7:00-8:00 am Breakfast Buffet
8:00 –1:00 pm Lectures
-1:00 pm VetBolus Banff concludes.
Dr. Terri DeFrancesco
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
North Carolina State University
College of Veterinary Medicine
Topics (tentative):
- Updates on management of feline cardiomyopathy
Updates on management of myxomatous mitral valve disease - Role of point of care ultrasound in respiratory distress
- One hour on collapsing or weak dog: neuro or cardio?
- One hour of respiratory distress: respiratory or cardio?
- One hour on case based approach to tachycardia and hypotension
Dr. Lauren Charnock
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Ophthalmologists
Topics:
Dr. Chris Mariani
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Neurology
Topics:
- Seizure Therapy and Diagnosis
- Collapsing or weak dog: Neuro or Cardio?
- Difficulties with Mobility: Neuro vs. Ortho
Dr. Rita Hanel
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Emergency and Critical Care
Diplomate, American College of Veterinary Internal Medicine
Topics:
- Tacky vs. Tachy: Approach to the diagnosis and management of Shock and Fluid Resuscitation (two parts)
- Collapsing or Weak dog: Neuro or Cardio?
- Respiratory Distress: Respiratory or Cardio?
- Case based approach to tachycardia and hypotension
- BCLD: Big Car, Little Dog
Once in a lifetime location
Reservation Information:
We are pleased to offer a nightly group rate at the Banff Centre Hotel.
- Run-of-House Guestrooms: $300 CAD
- Two- Bedded Room: $300
- Superior King Plus: $340
- Superior Executive Suite: $380
- Superior One-Bedroom Suite: $420
- Lloyd Hall Suite: $420
Please use: https://gettaroom.b4checkin.com/banffcentre/rlp/VEB2608 or call 1 (800) 884-7574 or email reservations@banffcentre.ca to make reservations before July 17, 2026 to guarantee the group rate.
Guestroom rates are subject to applicable taxes (2% TIF, 4% ATL, and 5% GST). Guestrooms at Banff Centre are subject to a facility fee of $20 per night. Rates will be available August 18-24th based on availability.
Amenities:
- Onsite self-parking
- Access to Sally Borden Fitness & Rec Centre
- Property-wide wireless internet access
- Paul D. Fleck Library and Archives
- Contemporary arts and culture at Banff Centre including film, music, theatre, book readings, dance, or visual art exhibitions
- Area Attractions:
- Banff National Park
- Banff Gondola
- Lake Louise
- Moraine Lake
- Peyto Lake
- Banff Avenue
- Cave and Basin National Historic Site
- Fairmont Banff Springs
- Bow River and Bow Falls
- Lake Minnewanka
- Banff Upper Hot Springs
Airports:
- Calgary International Airport
The easiest way to get to Banff Centre – no rental car needed.
We’re excited to partner with Banff Airporter, our preferred travel partner, to make your journey from the Calgary International Airport directly to the hotel as smooth as possible.
Exclusive Offer for Attendees:
Enjoy 15% off Banff Airporter’s scheduled shuttle service, operating 11x a day between the airport and Banff Centre.
Promo Code: VetBolus26
Valid for travel: August 17-25, 2026
How to Book:
- Visit Banff Airporter and click “Book Now”.
- Enter your travel details.
- On the final payment page, enter VetBolus26 in the “Promo Code” field to apply the discount.
To guarantee your seat, please book at least 2 weeks in advance.
