CANA 2024 Virtual Spring Meeting
2024-05-18 08:00 - 2024-05-19 13:00 UTC | Virtual Event
CANA meetings are an opportunity for you to learn from CRNA experts and peers, while our virtual platform allows you to connect with other California CRNAs, SRNAs/NARs, and our partners to network and learn. Join us online, May 18-19, 2024

CANA 2024 Annual Fall Meeting
2024-10-25 - 2024-10-27 | Hyatt Regency Newport Beach, 1107 Jamboree Rd., Newport Beach, CA, 92660, United States
Register today for the California Association of Nurse Anesthesiology’ Annual Fall Meeting on October 25-27, 2024! CANA meetings are an opportunity for you to learn from CRNA experts and peers. This year’s Annual Fall Meeting will be hosted in Newport Beach, CA.

CANA Town Hall - Informational Meeting for Members
2025-01-16 19:00 - 20:00 | Online – Zoom Meeting
We are excited to invite all CANA Members to a special CANA Town Hall Zoom Meeting on January 16th at 7:00pm, where we will provide:

Updates on legislative and practice developments that impact nurse anesthesiologists
An overview of the exciting plans, special events, and activities for CRNA Week 2025

This is a wonderful opportunity to connect, stay informed, and gear up for a meaningful and impactful 2025-26 Legislative Session and 2025 CRNA Week.
Only current CANA members may attend.
To register, log in to the Members Only page.

Opioid Epidemic Symposium 2025
2025-01-22 09:00 - 16:00 | Secretary of State Auditorium, 1500 11th St., Sacramento, CA
California legislators and stakeholders are invited to this educational meeting to address the opioid epidemic in our state. We plan to discuss real and potential obstacles, and showcase ideas and efforts to provide solutions, including the role of anesthesia care provided by CRNAs.
View the agenda here.
View program recording and handouts here
View the event recap

CE Credit:
CRNAs who attended may claim Class B CE Credit. A certificate of attendance can be provided upon request to in**@*****nc.org.
How to Attend:

Live in-person at the Secretary of State’s Auditorium in Sacramento
Livestream online via Zoom (watching/listening only)

In-person attendance is encouraged to participate in the conversation! All registrants will receive the link to join the Zoom as well.
Registration is now closed. See above to view a recording of the event until March 31, 2025.

Lobby Day
2025-03-11 10:00 - 19:00 | The Elks Tower, 921 11th St, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
Join us on March 11, 2025, for CANA’s annual Lobby Day! Those who attend will be hearing educational presentations from highly respected speakers, attending scheduled legislative visits, and much more.

CANA 2025 Nurse Anesthesia Resident (NAR) Workshop - Virtual
2025-03-23 | Virtual Workshop
Hear from experts about how best to navigate the years of nurse anesthesia residency.

CANA 2025 Virtual Spring Meeting
2025-05-17 - 2025-05-18 | Virtual Event
Registration is NOW OPEN for the CANA 2025 Virtual Spring Meeting! Join use for a jam packed weekend of topical sessions from AI in the CRNA Practice, to obstetrics, opioid free anesthesia, and leadership and management sessions.

2025 Western Summit for Nurse Anesthesiology
2025-10-03 - 2025-10-05 | Planet Hollywood Las Vegas Resort & Casino, 3667 Las Vegas Blvd S, Las Vegas, NV, 89109, United States
Join us for the 2025 Western Summit for Nurse Anesthesiology – An Educational Conference by AANA Region 5 State Associations.

CA Rural Healthcare Symposium 2026
2026-01-21 09:00 - 15:30 | UC Student and Policy Center, 1115 11th Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
California legislators and stakeholders are invited to this free educational event to examine rural healthcare delivery in California, with a focus on access to anesthesia care, workforce sustainability, and policy strategies that strengthen health equity in underserved communities.
What to expect:

Overview of HR 1 & the State of Rural Health
Realities of OB & Anesthesia Care in Rural Areas
Obstacles & Solutions for Rural Facilities
Updates from Legislators on Current Initiatives

View the Program Agenda
Download the Event Flyer
RECORDING
View the full recording of the event and panels HERE. It is available for free, however Zoom will require registration for access.
HANDOUTS

9:00am – Tracy Young – HR 1 & the State of Rural Health
1:00pm – Suzie Newell – Realities of Reproductive Health in Rural Areas
3:00pm – Rod Hoover – Optimizing Efficiency in Rural Healthcare

Webinar: The Facts about AB 876 (Flora, 2025)
2026-01-28 12:00 - 13:00 | Zoom Webinar

Nurse Anesthesia Resident (NAR) Workshop 2026
2026-02-22 | Virtual Event
Join us for the 6th Annual CANA Nurse Anesthesia Resident (NAR) Workshop on Sunday, February 22, 2026 – a high-impact educational event designed to empower the next generation of Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetists (CRNAs). is your opportunity to hear from experts and peers about the best ways to manage your life and schooling as a nurse anesthesia resident.

CANA Lobby Day 2026
2026-03-10 | UC Student and Policy Center, 1115 11th Street, Sacramento, CA, 95814, United States
UC Student and Policy Center
1115 11th Street
Sacramento, California 95814
Join us on March 10, 2026, for CANA’s annual Lobby Day! Those who attend will be hearing educational presentations from highly respected speakers, attending scheduled legislative visits, and much more.

Virtual Spring Meeting 2026
2026-05-30 - 2026-05-31 | Virtual Event
Details coming soon. Save the date!
Note: Date has been changed to May 30-31, 2026!

CANA Fall Meeting 2026
2026-10-23 - 2026-10-25 | Northern California
Details coming soon. Save the date!
