ID: TQC.2016.05.01
This document, Technical Quality Control Guidelines for Canadian Radiation Treatment Centres, outlines an overall strategy for quality control of radiation treatment equipment and systems.
It is supplemented by a series of equipment specific technical quality control (TQC) guidelines…
ID: PET.2021.03.01
This document contains detailed performance objectives and safety criteria for Positron Emission Tomography for Radiation – Computed Tomography Treatment Planning (PET/CT for RTP).
Please refer to the overarching document Technical Quality Control (TQC) Guidelines for Canadian Radiation Treatment…
Note: In April 2026, the management and operations of the NSIR-RT transitioned from CIHI to the Institute for Safe Medication Practices Canada (ISMP Canada). As a result, some of the information referenced in the course modules is no…
The Canadian Association of Provincial Cancer Agencies (CAPCA) developed the Pan-Canadian Consensus Recommendations for Proton Beam Therapy Access in Canada to improve coordination and harmonization of proton beam therapy (PBT) planning and delivery.
Intended for clinical leaders, program staff and…
These guidelines apply specifically to the use of oral cancer drug therapy in the treatment of adult cancer though we strongly believe they are broadly applicable and address important gaps and concerns regarding safe use and handling of these hazardous…
This evidence-informed consensus guideline was developed to address the safe handling of oral anti-cancer drugs (OACDs) in community pharmacies across the medication lifecycle, from manufacturer packaging to waste management and incident reporting.
The primary target audience is community pharmacy staff,…
This document provides guidance for radiation treatment programs on how to implement and use common nomenclature related to clinical, dosimetric, and treatment data.
ID: PEG.2016.06.01
This document, entitled “Patient Engagement Guidance for Canadian Radiation Treatment Programs” (PEG) provides guidance on activities radiation treatment programs can incorporate into their programs to ensure that patients and family members are adequately and appropriately engaged in activities…
We acknowledge that the work of the Canadian Association of Provincial Cancer Agencies takes place on the traditional lands of First Nations, Inuit and Métis communities across Canada.
We honour the unique cultures, languages, and histories of these nations, recognizing their enduring connections to the land. We commit to working collaboratively with First Nations, Inuit and Métis to achieve health and well-being, acknowledging the historical and ongoing impacts of colonialism. Together, we strive for equity in cancer care for all.