Canadian Neurological Society (CNS)
Mission Statement
To enhance the care of patients with diseases of the nervous system through education, advocacy, and improved methods of diagnosis, treatment and rehabilitation.
The Canadian Neurological Society was established in 1948 and represented both neurologists and neurosurgeons. In 1965, the original CNS was dissolved and two new societies were created to represent the two distinct groups.
Today, the Canadian Neurological Society has approximately 525 members and represents neurologists and neurology residents in Canada. The CNS council manages the business, initiatives and finances of the CNS. The council also appoints CNS member representatives to sit on various CNSF committees, including the Professional Development Committee and the Scientific Program Committee. The CNS President and Vice-President serve on the Board of Directors of the Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation (CNSF).
Benefits of Membership
As a member of the Canadian Neurological Society, you are automatically a member of the Canadian Neurological Sciences Federation. Learn more about the Benefits of CNSF Membership.
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Membership Categories
Active Member
To qualify as an Active Member, the applicant must be certified in Neurology by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, from the Corporation professionnelle des Médecins du Québec, or by recognized bodies in other countries, as approved by the secretarytreasurer.
Junior Member
To qualify as a Junior Member, the applicant must be enrolled in an accredited training program in neurology recognized by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons. When the resident receives a certificate in
neurology from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, or from the Corporation professionnelle des Médecins du Québec, we will automatically grant Active Membership and bill the member accordingly.
Associate Member
Applicants for Associate Membership are physicians and/or scientists who, by reason of professional and scientific qualifications, are deemed worthy of election to the Society, but who do not meet the requirements of
Active Membership.
Retired Member
Retired Members are members who were Active Members and have retired from practice. Active members must contact the CNSF office to receive a change to Retired Membership status.
Conditions of Membership
Membership in the Society shall be limited to persons interested in furthering the objectives of the Society.
CNS Membership Application Process
Application for CNS Membership must be made on the official CNS Application form. The CNS requires the names and signatures of two Active CNS Society members in support of the applicant.
Junior Members require the signature of either an Active Member or their Training Program Director. New applications are reviewed and approved by the Membership Committee.
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This profile was prepared in collaboration with the Canadian Medical Association and Dr. June Harris, assistant dean of student affairs and director of MedCAREERS at Memorial University of Newfoundland.
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