ISHLT 46th Annual Meeting & Scientific Sessions
Wednesday, 22 April – Saturday, 25 April, 2026
Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Toronto, ON Canada
Meetings & Networking Events
ISHLT2026 promises to be an amazing place to connect with your peers, make new connections. You’ll meet fellow attendees during educational sessions, discuss poster presentations, and build connections in the exhibit hall. A number of special networking sessions are also available for a variety of groups to ensure you stay involved at ISHLT2026.
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ISHLT2026: Early Career & Trainee Welcome Reception
21 April, 2026 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. EDTJoin your peers for a chance to raise a glass and make connections before the meeting starts.
Room 401 (Terrace View Room), Metro Toronto Convention Centre -
ISHLT2026: Early Career Mentor Meetup
22 April, 2026 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. EDTSupported by Natera
Trainees and early career attendees of ISHLT2026 may attend this reception to invited to connect with mentors for career guidance on a variety of topics.Room 501 (Parkview Room), Metro Toronto Convention Centre -
ISHLT2026: Nursing & Allied Health Professional Community Reception
23 April, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. EDTConnect to your community during the reception for the NAH PC.
Room 803A/803B, Metro Toronto Convention Centre -
ISHLT2026: Pulmonlogy Professional Community Reception
23 April, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. EDTConnect to your community during the reception for the Pulmonology PC.
Room 802A/802B, Metro Toronto Convention Centre -
ISHLT2026: Pharmacy Professional Community Reception
23 April, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. EDTConnect to your community during the reception for the PHARM PC.
Room 711, Metro Toronto Convention Centre -
ISHLT2026: Cardiology Professional Community Reception
23 April, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. EDTConnect to your community during the reception for the Cardiology Professional Community.
Room 401 (Terrace View Room), Metro Toronto Convention Centre -
ISHLT2026: Cardiothoracic Surgery Professional Community Reception
23 April, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. EDTConnect to your community during the reception for the CT Surgery PC.
Room 501 (Parkview Room), Metro Toronto Convention Centre -
ISHLT2026: Pathology Professional Community Meeting
24 April, 2026 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. EDTConnect to your community during the meeting for the Pathology Professional Community.
Room 604, Metro Toronto Convention Centre
Affiliate Events
In addition to coordinated networking events incorporated into the meeting, and those supported by industry, ISHLT also offers the opportunity for groups and organizations to apply to host Affiliate Events in Toronto.
Looking for Early Career events?
Visit the Early Career at ISHLT2026 page to find events and opportunities specific to early career attendees.
Networking in the Exhibit Hall
Enjoy Networking in the Exhibit Hall at refreshment breaks held throughout the conference, and at special evening receptions.
Wednesday, 22 April
9:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Refreshment Break
2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Refreshment Break
6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Opening Reception
Thursday, 23 April
9:15 – 9:45 a.m.
Refreshment Break
2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Refreshment Break
4:30 – 5:30 p.m.
Exhibit Hall Reception
Friday, 24 April
9:30 – 10:00 a.m.
Refreshment Break
2:30 – 3:00 p.m.
Refreshment Break