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Members, don't miss Canada's #MedLab stories. The digital-only Summer Journal is available now! This issue explores stories such as the future of medical sample transportation by drone, a whole-life approach to preventing and managing repetitive stress injuries in the lab...

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 10h

Years of working in the lab and suddenly everything comes with an imaginary fill line.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Today is National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. CSMLS honours the lives of Residential School Survivors, their families, and communities.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

The CSMLS Competency Profiles outline the knowledge and skills the CSMLS certification exam is built around, helping you understand what you’re expected to know as you prepare. Start your exam prep with a clear picture of what’s ahead. Explore the Competency Profiles through the link in our bio!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Employers, advertising your postings in the CSMLS Job Bank is the best way to reach a targeted med lab audience at an affordable price. Plus, your posts could be featured in our communications channels! Learn more at csmls.org or with link in bio.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

Anaplasmosis is emerging as a significant public health issue in Canada. The Summer Journal includes a systematic review of case reports on Canadian anaplasmosis patients by Zheng et al.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

MLT students from Alberta! Use the CSMLS practice exam as a study checkpoint: see what you know, find the areas to improve and build your confidence as exam day gets closer. Become a CSMLS to get $60 OFF the practice test along with many other free resources and discounts! Click the link in our bio!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

CSMLS Competency Profiles are your roadmap to the CSMLS certification exam. They outline the knowledge, skills, and responsibilities expected of an entry-level professional and include the exam blueprint, showing how each category is weighted on the exam. Download them through the link in our bio

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 23/09/2026

MLAs, get a Certificate in Phlebotomy Essentials! A CSMLS Knowledge Certificate enhances your skills and increases your chances of finding work in a competitive job market. And it's FREE for members! Learn more in the CSMLS Learning Centre.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) is one of the ways CSMLS membership can support you in your professional practice. As a CSMLS member, you have access to affordable, independent PLI, including defense against disciplinary action by provincial regulators, one of the most common claims made.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Learn about the latest in your field with LabBuzz, a CSMLS initiative to keep you informed. Subscribe at labbuzz.csmls.org

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Only one week to register for the first-ever CSMLS National Core Lab Virtual Symposium on September 23! This is a unique opportunity to learn from your peers' day-to-day experiences, challenges, and innovations in core laboratory practice.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

Members, the Summer Journal includes stories about your #MedLab community. Learn about the latest in your profession, stay up-to-date with news from your association, read your peers' career growth experiences and more. Available online now: bit.ly/469BK5W

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

Develop critical thinking skills, learn to solve ethical and professional problems in the laboratory and much more with the Introduction to Ethics for Medical Laboratory Science course starting October 1st! Members, you can save $180. Register now: monkeylink.co/1b6a14

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Join the premier conference for lab professionals, managers, directors, and educators in Canada. #LABCON2027 is the best event to share knowledge, explore new technologies, and connect with colleagues from across the country. Mark your calendars for May 7 - 9, 2027.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

New learning opportunities? You'll know about them. Upcoming events? Already on your radar. Career resources and CSMLS updates? In your inbox. 📩 Subscribe to CSMLS eNEWS and get the latest from your national med lab community delivered straight to you. Click the link in our bio!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Med lab professionals carefully prepare tissue slides so pathologists can examine cells and tissues for abnormalities, including signs of cancer. It’s the precision behind the scenes that helps bring answers into focus. #MLT #Histologyh #Diagnosis #MedicalLaboratory

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Becoming a CSMLS MLA student member gives you access to resources, learning and connections that can help you prepare for the profession, while showing future employers that you’re invested in your continued growth. For just $26/year, MLA student members can access:

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Members, your next job might be here! Log in to the CSMLS Job Bank and learn more about these and other job postings in your field. csmls.org/member-hub/secure/browse-…

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Members, the Summer Journal is live! This is our first digital-only issue, and you can access it on any device, from wherever you have an internet connection. Learn about technical, career, and medical lab community-focused content designed specifically for you: bit.ly/469BK5W

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

Take the opportunity to connect with over 14,000 med lab professionals by posting your job openings in the CSMLS Job Bank. With your listings visible for two full months, you’ll maximize your reach and attract the best talent in the industry. Learn more: csmls.org/member-hub/job-bank/post-a-job

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 27/08/2026

The Northern and Rural Practice Preparation Program at The Michener Institute of Education at UHN will prepare you to deliver high-quality care if you are considering a transition to a Northern, rural, or remote Ontario community. It offers eight profession-specific modules. Email rural@michener.ca.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

Stay connected to what’s happening in the medical laboratory community! 🔬📩 Whether you’re an MLT, MLA, student, educator or simply want to stay connected to the profession, eNEWS makes it easy to keep up with what matters. Subscribe with the link in our bio!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

Good luck to all the MLA candidates writing the CSMLS certification exam! 💙 Take a deep breath, trust your preparation and give it your best. We’re cheering you on every step of the way!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 14/08/2026

New research and discoveries in #MedLab science come out often!🔬 Stay up-to-date by subscribing to LabBuzz, a CSMLS initiative designed to keep you informed.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Members, whether you're looking for your first job or changing roles, we're here to support you. Check out the newest job postings in the CSMLS Job Bank! csmls.org/member-hub/secure/browse-…

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 31/07/2026

If a claim is first brought to you when you don't have Professional Liability Insurance, you may not be covered, even if it happened when you did. CSMLS offers optional, independent PLI for a few dollars a year. Plus you get additional member benefits that help you become a stronger MLP. csmls.org.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 30/07/2026

One of the biggest takeaways from this year's Virtual Career Day was hearing how med lab professionals have grown, adapted, and found opportunities they never expected. Missed this event? Our next virtual event, Core Lab Symposium, is this fall. Mark your calendars for Sept. 23!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 29/07/2026

The med lab profession hasn't established a consistent identity, though MLPs individually do. Research is needed to understand what that means for you and the profession. Members, read Gregory Hardy, MLT, EDD, article on the significance of professional identity in the NEW digital Spring Journal.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 28/07/2026

The CSMLS Competency Profiles are your roadmap to the CSMLS certification exam. They outline the knowledge, skills, and responsibilities expected of an entry-level professional, and include the exam blueprint, showing how each category is weighted on the exam. Download your Competency Profile today!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

Shout out to CSMLS member, Michele Sykes, for her latest role as Chairperson, Allied Health Programs, at Assiniboine College in Brandon, Manitoba! CSMLS Chair back in 2023, and now contributing to the launch of the Med Lab Technology and Combined Lab and X-Ray Technology programs at this institution

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Preparing for the CSMLS Medical Laboratory Assistant (MLA) Certification Exam? CSMLS members pay just $95 (non-members: $125). Purchase the 3-attempt bundle and save 40%. Track your progress, strengthen your knowledge, and walk into exam day with confidence. Learn more at csmls.org

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

#MedLab educators, the Educators' Virtual Symposium is just one week away. Book your spot and participate in an insightful discussion with Canada's community of medical lab educators. Members, save $25 on your ticket! Check out the agenda and join us on Wednesday, July 22, at noon ET:

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The people with the most career flexibility don't stop learning or building their professional network. eNEWS lands in your inbox so you never miss what's next, learning and network opportunities, new resources, and exclusive discount opportunities. Signup now through the link in our bio

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 08/07/2026

Looking for a new job or considering the next step in your career? Members, the CSMLS Job Bank has new postings for you! Check out these and more postings here: bit.ly/4veu1ic

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

As an MLA Student Member, you're joining the national professional community that supports Canada's med lab profession. The earlier you get connected, the stronger your foundation will be when it's time to launch your career. Become an MLA Student Member or send to someone you know who can benefit!

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

Rosina Mete, MSc, PhD, RP, debunked myths about mental health in the Spring Journal, and offered some tips about how to discuss it in the workplace. Learn why talking about mental health is important and what steps you can take to support your team in the NEW Digital Journal: bit.ly/4tnv2Ct

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 01/07/2026

It's Canada Day, eh! We're proud to be Canadian and to be the home for #MedLab professionals in our country.🍁

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

Genuine question: does that REALLY happen?😂

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 30/06/2026

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 29/06/2026

The CSMLS Competency Profiles show exactly what skills and knowledge are assessed on the MLT Alberta and National MLA CSLMS certification exams, like the exam blueprint that outlines the weight of each category. They're one of the most valuable tools for building a focused study plan.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 21/06/2026

Today is National Indigenous Peoples Day. We recognize all First Peoples who were here before us, live with us now, and the seven generations to come. As we open our hearts and minds to the past, we commit ourselves to working in a spirit of truth and reconciliation to make a better future for all.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

Members, our NEW digital Journal allows you to catch up on your #medlab profession anytime, anywhere! Take advantage of this exclusive member benefit. The summer issue will be our first digital-only issue, and the Journal will be delivered in both print and digital formats again in the fall.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 18/06/2026

You don't want to miss the Educators' Virtual Symposium! This event is for med lab educators who want to connect with peers across the country and learn from their experiences. It will help you discover tools and learn actionable ideas to improve your practice. Join us on July 22 at noon! csmls.org

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 17/06/2026

📧 Your inbox is full of shipping updates and emails you'll never read. Why not add something useful? CSMLS eNEWS keeps you up to date on medical lab learning opportunities, career resources, upcoming events, and member benefits...all in one quick email. Sign up for eNEWS at the link in our bio.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 16/06/2026

Studying for your CSMLS certification exam? Developed by CSMLS subject matter experts, these practice tests can introduce you to common exam question formats, assess your readiness, identify areas that may need additional review, and better understand the pace required on exam day.

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 15/06/2026

Professional Liability Insurance (PLI) protects MLPs if a claim is made against them related to work. Not only does CSMLS membership offer you independent insurance coverage, but you get access to learning resources that count towards PEP hours and discounts to events and partner brands! csmls.org

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CSMLS / SCSLM @csmls.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Our free-for-members Leukocytes: Measurement of Neutrophil Function course has been updated in the CSMLS Learning Centre. Complete it to earn up to 15 Professional Enhancement Program hours and a certificate! Learn more at the CSMLS Learning Centre.

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