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Inspire Nursing: A LEADS-based Leadership Program – Cohort 1, Summer 2026

Name: Inspire Nursing: A LEADS-based Leadership Program – Cohort 1, Summer 2026
Start: 2026-07-16T13:00:00-04:00
End: 2026-07-16T13:00:00-04:00

In partnership with the Canadian Nurses Association, this program was developed to benefit nurses looking to explore and develop their leadership capabilities and influence change in the Canadian health system.

Inspire Nursing will keep the best aspects of the Dorothy Wylie Health Leaders Institute and be based in the LEADS in a Caring Environment health leadership capabilities framework. It is designed to provide nurses with the knowledge, skills, and resources they need to be effective leaders in healthcare organizations and to effect system change. The innovative partnership will provide participants with membership in both organizations, and provide the ability to, upon completion, obtain the CHE designation and potentially a CNA certification.

Elevate your leadership journey with this exclusive cohort feature. The Summer Cohort in-person residency will run in conjunction with the Canada West Health Leaders Conference (CWHLC) at the Hyatt Regency Calgary on October 20-21, 2026. This unique alignment offers the best of both worlds: intensive, cohort-specific training combined with access to CWHLC opening plenary session and high-level networking . You’ll have the opportunity to connect directly with the health leaders and voices shaping the future of Canadian healthcare while you master your LEADS-based nursing leadership skills.

To register for this program, please login or click on ‘become a member’ to create a free non-member profile. Your nursing registration number is required at the time of registration and your licence must be in good standing.

July 16, 2026 @ 01:00 PM - 01:00 PM EDT / HAE

To register, please LOGIN or click HERE to create a free account.

Event Details:

2026, Cohort 1 Fee Venue Cancellation Policy

2026, Cohort 1

All webinars are from 10-11am ET, with the exception of the Welcome & Program Orientation which is from 10-11:30am ET

Thurs, July 16, 2026 - WEBINAR: Welcome & Program Orientation
August 2026 - LEADS 360 ASSESSMENT PROJECT
Thurs, Sept 10, 2026 - WEBINAR: Welcome & LEADS Overview
Thurs, Sept 17, 2026 - WEBINAR: LEAD SELF - Emotional Intelligence, Regulation & Bias
Thurs, Sept 24, 2026 - WEBINAR: SYSTEMS TRANSFORMATION - Context, Complexity & Systems
Thurs, Oct 1, 2026 - WEBINAR: ENGAGE OTHERS 1 - Inclusion & Psychological Safety
Thurs, Oct 8, 2026 - WEBINAR: ENGAGE OTHERS 2 - Diversity & Healthy Teams
Thurs, Oct 15, 2026 - WEBINAR: ACHIEVE RESULTS - Performance with Care
Tues/Wed, Oct 20 & 21, 2026 - IN PERSON: RESIDENCY: Hyatt Regency Calgary - 700 Centre Street SE (Calgary, AB)
Thurs, Nov 5, 2026 - WEBINAR: Program Reflection
Date TBD: 6 Month Post Program Webinar

* Please note that final program details are still being developed and that the dates, times, and timeline listed above may be modified.

Upon program completion, participants will have:

Completed a LEADS 360 Assessment with a 90-minute Executive Coaching debriefing.
Completed a project implementation plan for an action project.
Completed a leadership development plan, revised during the program to reflect specific learning needs to support the project implementation.
Participated in an additional one-hour of one-on-one Executive Coaching.
Received a copy of the Bringing Leadership to Life in Health: LEADS in a Caring Environment 2^nd Edition hard cover book.
A one-year membership with the Canadian Nurses Association.
A one- year active membership with the Canadian College of Health Leaders.
Access to the CCHL Circle, offering both online networking opportunities across Canada and on-demand leadership development opportunities.
Completed the requirements for the Certified Health Executive (CHE) credential offered through the CCHL*.

*Participants are required to successfully complete all aspects of the program to be eligible for the CHE credential. There is an additional fee for those wishing to receive their credential.

Fee

$5,200 plus applicable taxes

Registration fee includes:

A one (1) year CCHL membership (valued at $195). Existing CCHL members will receive a credit towards their next membership renewal.
A one (1) year CNA membership (valued at $97 + applicable taxes). Existing CNA members will receive a credit towards their next membership renewal.
A LEADS 360 self-assessment and debrief with a certified LEADS facilitator.
A hard copy of the Bringing Leadership to Life in Health: LEADS in a Caring Environment 2^nd Edition book.

Registration fee does not include travel or accommodation for the in-person sessions.

Venue

The 2-day in-person sessions will be held on Oct 20 & 21, 2026 at the Hyatt Regency (Calgary, AB)

**CWHLC room rates**

Hyatt Regency Calgary

700 Centre Street Se
Calgary, AB, T2G5P6, Canada

Tel: +1 403 717 1234
Online booking: Click here to make your reservation.
https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/calrc-hyatt-regency-calgary

Tucked in the heart of downtown with direct access to the TELUS Convention Centre, Hyatt Regency Calgary feels more like a stylish city residence than a hotel. Enjoy the city’s largest standard rooms, recharge with filtered in-room water, or unwind at the only full-service spa downtown. With sweeping views from the pool, the exclusive Regency Club Lounge, and easy access to top attractions and C-Train, this is your go-to Calgary stay—whether you're here for big meetings or well-earned downtime.

Standard Room $259.00 (single/double occupancy)

Reservation note: On September 17, 2026, a non-refundable deposit equals to the first night's stay plus applicable taxes and fees for each confirmed rooms will be charged to the credit card provided. The deposit is non-refundable and will be forfeit if the reservation is cancelled after September 17^th. Please note that the rate displayed includes the 6% Destination Marketing Fee, the group rate is $259.

Reservations must be made by September 25, 2026, to benefit from the conference rate.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation requests must be submitted in writing to programs@cchl-ccls.ca and received no later than 30 business days prior to the start of the program. There will be no refund for a cancellation request received after that said deadline. No-shows occur when an individual registers but does not attend the program. No-shows are not eligible for a refund.

Registration fees will be refunded minus a $500 CAD administrative fee.

Prior to 10 days before the start of each session, CCHL and CNA reserve the right to make changes to the program or to cancel the session if registration targets are not met or when conditions beyond their control prevail. If the program is not held for any reason, CCHL and CNA'S liability is limited to the refund of the registration fee only.

SUBSTITUTION POLICY:

No substitutions or deferrals will be accepted.

Please contact programs@cchl-ccls.ca for any inquires about this program.

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