How do I join the Canadian ICURD Group?

Email CanadianICURDgroup@gmail.com with your name, hospital, ICU unit, role, email, and phone number. Membership is completely free — no fees, no forms.

Are there membership fees for the Canadian ICU RD Group?

No. The Canadian ICURD Group has absolutely no membership fees or dues. Membership is free, and both bi-annual conferences are also free to attend thanks to industry sponsors.

How much do the Canadian ICURD Group conferences cost?

Both the Spring conference (May) and Fall conference (October) are free for all members — in-person in Toronto or virtually. They are sponsored by industry partners.

Canada’s Premier ICU Dietitian Network

Canadian ICU Registered Dietitian Network

Q: What is the Canadian ICU Registered Dietitian Networking Group?

The Canadian ICURD Group (Canadian ICU RD Group) is a national professional networking community for Registered Dietitians working in or retired from ICU and critical care settings across Canada. Founded in 2010 in Toronto, we now have over 300 members nationwide.

The Canadian ICURD Group connects Registered Dietitians in critical care settings across Canada — fostering professional growth, evidence-based practice, and better outcomes for critically ill patients.

Based in Toronto, Ontario

Bi-Annual Free Conferences

Open to All Canadian ICU RDs

No Membership Fees — Ever

416-527-8148

Who We Are

Canada's Dedicated ICU Dietitian Community

The Canadian ICURD Group short for Canadian ICU Registered Dietitian Networking Group is a national professional community built specifically for Registered Dietitians working in, or retired from, Intensive Care Unit settings across Canada.

Critical care nutrition is a specialized, evidence-driven field. Our members manage complex enteral and parenteral nutrition, assess metabolic needs of mechanically ventilated patients, and collaborate within multidisciplinary ICU teams to reduce complications and improve outcomes. We provide the peer network and education this demanding specialty deserves.

Evidence-Based Education

Keynote speakers, peer-led sessions, and the latest clinical nutrition research for critical care practice.

Pan-Canadian Network

Connect with ICU dietitians from academic health centres and community hospitals across every province.

Active Email Community

Real-time clinical questions, nutrition protocol updates, and best-practice sharing between peers year-round.

Who We Are

Why Join the Canadian ICURD Group?

Whether you are a seasoned critical care dietitian or newly stepping into the ICU, the Canadian ICU RD group offers resources, community, and professional development tailored to your specialty.

Free Bi-Annual Conferences

Attend two full-day professional development conferences every year completely free thanks to industry sponsors. Both in-person (Toronto) and virtual attendance options available.

Spring Conference (May)

Features renowned keynote speakers from across Canada and globally, covering the latest evidence in ICU nutrition. Industry vendor booths showcase cutting-edge enteral and parenteral nutrition products.

Fall Conference (October)

Year-Round Email Network

Stay connected between conferences through our active member email network. Share clinical challenges, ask colleagues for guidance on complex patients, and access peer-reviewed nutrition updates.

Zero Membership Fees

There are absolutely no membership dues or registration fees. The Canadian ICURD Group believes professional development should be accessible to every ICU dietitian in Canada, regardless of their institution.

Professional Resource Library

Access a growing library of clinical resources, nutrition protocols, practice guidelines, and educational materials curated specifically for critical care dietetic practice in Canadian healthcare settings.

Education & Events

Upcoming Conferences

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Webinar · Free

Protein Rules with Stuart Phillips: From Simple to Complex

World-renowned protein researcher Dr. Stuart Phillips presents evidence-based protein recommendations for critically ill patients — from straightforward protocols to complex clinical scenarios.

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Conference · Toronto + Virtual

Canadian ICU Registered Dietitian Peer-to-Peer Education Day

Our annual Fall conference featuring clinical practice updates, emerging research, and complex case studies presented by your fellow Canadian ICU RDs. Free for all members.

Get Started

How to Join the Network

Joining the Canadian ICURD Group takes less than 5 minutes. No fees, no forms — just an email.

Send Us an Email

Email us at CanadianICURDgroup@gmail.com with your basic details.

Share Your Info

Include your name, hospital, ICU unit, role (primary or coverage dietitian), email and phone number.

Get Activated

We’ll add you to our network and email list. You’ll immediately receive updates, resources, and event invitations.

Attend & Connect

Join our free conferences, contribute to the email network, and grow your professional community across Canada.

Common Questions

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Canadian ICU Registered Dietitian Networking Group?

The Canadian ICU Registered Dietitians Networking Group connects dietitians in critical care across Canada to foster professional development, improve clinical practices, and enhance nutrition support for critically ill patients.

How can I join the network?

Email us with your name, hospital name and ICU unit, if you are the main critical care dietitian or coverage, email address and phone number.

Are there membership fees or dues?

There are NO membership fees.

How much does it cost to attend the conferences in-person or virtually?

Thanks to our wonderful industry sponsors, conferences are FREE to attend. Your email address will be shared with the sponsors.