We are pleased to bring you the latest Prairie Pulse: Digital Health Insights, an official newsletter of HIMSS Canadian Prairies Chapter.

Upcoming Chapter Events

The Incarcerated Patient Perspective on Implementation of an Integrated Health Information System

Thursday, April 2, 2026 at 12PM (MST)

In 2010, Alberta became the first province to bring Correctional Health under the Ministry of Health — paving the way for a fully integrated model of care. Today, Alberta Health Services is advancing that vision through digital transformation, including the implementation of an integrated Clinical Information System (CIS) across provincial correctional facilities.

How do you deploy a province-wide CIS in one of healthcare’s most complex and secure environments?

Join us to explore lessons learned, implementation challenges, and strategies to strengthen continuity of care from custody to community.

We are very proud for achieving Silver Recognition among HIMSS chapters. This accomplishment reflects our unwavering commitment to making a positive impact in the local community through innovative programs and dedicated volunteer service.

Bootcamp Series is designed to build foundational knowledge in digital health. This three-part interactive webinar series offers insights into healthcare technology foundations, trends, and career opportunities.

Event Details

Format: Three (3) 90-minute interactive webinars
Dates: Tuesday April 14 | Thursday April 16 | Tuesday April 21, 2026
Time: 12:00-1:30 PM (MST)
Cost: Complimentary [but consider signing up for HIMSS Membership]

Target Audience

Healthcare professional new to digital health
Individuals interested in exploring digital health concepts
Students pursuing healthcare or technology fields

Digital Health 101: EMRs, EHRs, and Clinical Information Systems Explained

What exactly is digital health—and how do the systems behind modern care actually work? This session demystifies the core technologies that power today’s healthcare environment, starting with a clear definition of digital health and the role it plays in transforming care delivery.

You’ll explore the essential features of modern Clinical Information Systems (CIS) and learn how they support clinicians, workflows, and decision-making.

Interoperability 101: How Health Data Actually Moves

Ever wonder how lab results, referrals, and patient records follow you across clinics, hospitals, and provinces—or why they sometimes don’t? This session explains healthcare interoperability in plain language and connects standards, systems, and real clinical impact.

You’ll learn why interoperability is foundational to digital health, how it impacts continuity of patient care, clinical workflows, drives individualized clinical decision making, and the purpose behind data standards including HL7, FHIR, and Health Information Exchange (HIE).

Cybersecurity 101: Protecting Data, Systems, and Patients

Cybersecurity is a patient safety issue. This practical, fast-paced session introduces the essential cybersecurity concepts every digital health professional needs to know. Learn the most common cyber threats facing Canadian healthcare, the privacy and security requirements that shape digital health, and how leading frameworks like NIST, ISO, CIS, and HIMSS are applied in real-world settings.

May 12

Connected by Design: Interoperability as the Foundation for Collaborative Canadian Healthcare

We’re thrilled to announce HIMSS Canadian Prairies Chapter in partnership with Networked Health Virtual Spring Conference: Connected by Design: Interoperability as the Foundation for Collaborative Canadian Healthcare.

A fully virtual event bringing together healthcare leaders, innovators, and professionals from across Canada and beyond!

Taking place on Canadian Nursing Informatics Day- May 12, this landmark conference celebrates the vital role of interoperability while exploring the future of collaborative Canadian healthcare through intentional design and seamless data sharing.

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