NOTE TO PAST MEMBERS: If you were a CSN member in 2023, please click here to log in to your membership profile to update your membership for 2024. If your CSN membership expired in 2022 or earlier, please contact membersupport@csnscn.ca for renewal instructions.
More than a Membership
IT'S A PARTNERSHIP!
ISN Membership is included for all MD, MD-CAPN and Trainee Memberships. This is over $300 USD in savings alone! The benefits and privileges of the ISN also include your subscription to Kidney International, making the combined CSN/ISN membership a continued unbeatable value.
CSN Members get exclusive access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, the London Dialysis Course and the CSN Kidney Care Resource.
Online access to the official journal of the CSN, The Canadian Journal of Kidney Health and Disease (CJKHD). A peer-reviewed open-access journal.
Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
Access to the CSN Community Webinar platform where you have access to CPD accredited programs.
Access to QUIS Fellow QI Project Courses, interactive case studies, and the QUIS Repository.
Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN scientific meeting and post-graduate educational courses.
CSN 2024 Membership Plans
PLAN PRICE: Only $425 (ISN Membership is included.)
This membership plan is only available to permanent residents of Canada. If you are not a permanent resident of Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
Any person holding the degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Philosophy or its equivalent who has demonstrated a major and continued interest in nephrology. In judging the eligibility of a candidate for active membership, the following shall be considered:
1. Clinical training in Nephrology; or
2. Significant clinical experience as a specialist and consultant in kidney disease and related conditions;
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Entitled to receive notice of, attend and vote at all meetings of the Members of the Corporation.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America and post-graduate educational course.
- Board eligibility and ability to run for office
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
- Group membership in ISN: including electronic access to Kidney International, Kidney International Supplements, Kidney International Reports; access to the ISN Academy online e-learning; substantial discounts to the WCN, Frontier Meetings, and other ISN Events; access to ISN Grants Programs; eligibility to participate in ISN Committees and Working Groups and voting in leadership elections.
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
A portion of the CSN membership dues is used to support the CSN international health initiatives - aimed at building capacity for treating kidney disease in low and middle-income nations.
There are 2 membership options available to you.
OPTION 1: RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: Renews automatically on Jan 1st each year.
LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: With a recurring plan, enjoy the convenience of automatic renewal going forward and not worry about manually renewing each year.
OPTION 2: NON-RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: With this option, you will not benefit from the convenience of auto-renewal.
PLAN PRICE: Only $325 (ISN Membership included)
This membership plan is only available to permanent residents of Canada. If you are not a permanent resident of Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
Any member of the Canadian Association of Pediatric Nephrologists (CAPN) is eligible to apply for active membership in the Canadian Society of Nephrology.
Any person holding the degree of Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Philosophy or its equivalent who has demonstrated a major and continued interest in nephrology. In judging the eligibility of a candidate for active membership, the following shall be considered:
1. Clinical training in pediatric Nephrology; or
2. Significant clinical experience as a specialist and consultant in pediatric kidney disease and related conditions; AND
3. Member of CAPN
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings and case discussions.
- Entitled to receive notice of, attend and vote at all meetings of the Members of the Corporation.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America, and post-graduate educational course.
- Board eligibility and ability to run for office
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
- Group membership in ISN: including electronic access to Kidney International, Kidney International Supplements, Kidney International Reports; access to the ISN Academy online e-learning; substantial discounts to the WCN, Frontier Meetings, and other ISN Events; access to ISN Grants Programs; eligibility to participate in ISN Committees and Working Groups and voting in leadership elections.
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
A portion of the CSN membership dues is used to support the CSN international health initiatives - aimed at building capacity for treating kidney disease in low and middle-income nations.
There are 2 membership options available to you.
OPTION 1: RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: Renews automatically on Jan 1st each year.
LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: With a recurring plan, enjoy the convenience of automatic renewal going forward and not worry about manually renewing each year.
OPTION 2: NON-RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: With this option, you will not benefit from the convenience of auto-renewal.
PLAN PRICE: Only $100
This membership plan is only available to permanent residents of Canada. If you are not a permanent resident of Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
Any person holding a Doctor of Philosophy or its equivalent, who has demonstrated a major and continued interest in nephrology. In judging the eligibility of a candidate for active membership, the following shall be considered:
1. Acceptable research training in a kidney-related field
2. Publication of at least one meritorious paper in the field of nephrology
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Entitled to receive notice of, attend and vote at all meetings of the Members of the Corporation.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America, and post-graduate educational course.
- Board eligibility and ability to run for office
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
A portion of the CSN membership dues are used to support the CSN international health initiatives - aimed at building capacity for treating kidney disease in low and middle-income nations.
There are 2 membership options available to you.
OPTION 1: RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: Renews automatically on Jan 1st each year.
LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: With a recurring plan, enjoy the convenience of automatic renewal going forward and not worry about manually renewing each year.
OPTION 2: NON-RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: With this option, you will not benefit from the convenience of auto-renewal.
PLAN PRICE: FREE
Trainee membership is free during your fellowship.
After you finish your fellowship, the CSN will then also provide you with 2 full free years in the MD membership category.
This membership plan is available to MD trainees in accredited nephrology programs in Canada, non-MD nephrology research trainees in Canada, and to nephrologists in any accredited clinical or non-clinical training program in Canada.
If you are not in a training program in Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Individuals in an accredited nephrology fellowship or clinical/non-clinical research training program within a kidney-related field. Training must be taking place in Canada.
- Associate (Trainee) may not vote, serve on the Board of Directors, or hold office.
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America, and post-graduate educational course.
- Eligibility for Travel Grants
- Trainee membership in ISN: Trainee membership in ISN: including electronic access to Kidney International, Kidney International Supplements, Kidney International Reports; access to the ISN.
- Academy online e-learning; substantial discounts to the WCN, Frontier Meetings, and other ISN Events; access to ISN Grants Programs; eligibility to participate in ISN Committees and Working Groups and voting in leadership elections.
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and trainees in nephrology.
PLAN PRICE: FREE
This membership plan is only available to permanent residents of Canada. If you are not a permanent resident of Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
A small number of previous Members who have made significant contributions to the Corporation and have now retired from active clinical practice and/or research.
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America, and post-graduate educational course.
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
- Membership dues complimentary
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
Please click below to inquire about obtaining an Honorary CSN membership.
PLAN PRICE: Only $150
This plan is for MDs, PhDs, and trainees actively involved in clinical nephrology or research outside of Canada.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America, and post-graduate educational course.
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
Corresponding members may not vote, serve on the Board of Directors, or hold office.
There are 2 membership options available to you.
OPTION 1: RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: Renews automatically on Jan 1st each year.
LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: With a recurring plan, enjoy the convenience of automatic renewal going forward and not worry about manually renewing each year.
OPTION 2: NON-RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: With this option, you will not benefit from the convenience of auto-renewal.
PLAN PRICE: Only $200
This membership plan is only available to permanent residents of Canada. If you are not a permanent resident of Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
MDs and PhDs who were previously Members of the Corporation who have now reduced their clinical or research activities due to retirement.
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting and post-graduate educational course.
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
There are 2 membership options available to you.
OPTION 1: RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: Renews automatically on Jan 1st each year.
LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: With a recurring plan, enjoy the convenience of automatic renewal going forward, and not worry about manually renewing each year.
OPTION 2: NON-RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: With this option, you will not benefit from the convenience of auto-renewal.
PLAN PRICE: Only $100
This membership plan is only available to permanent residents of Canada. If you are not a permanent resident of Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
This includes but is not restricted to the following types of allied health professionals who work with patients with kidney disease:
- Administrator
- Dialysis Technician
- Dietitian
- Nurse
- Physician Assistant/Clinical Assistant
- Physiotherapist
- Psychologist
- PT/OT
- Renal Pharmacist
- Social Worker
Associate (Allied Health) may not vote, serve on the Board of Directors, or hold office.
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America, and post-graduate educational course.
- Online open access to the CSN journal CJKHD.
- Discounted article processing charge (APC) for publishing in the CSN journal CJKHD
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
A portion of the CSN membership dues is used to support the CSN international health initiatives - aimed at building capacity for treating kidney disease in low and middle-income nations.
There are 2 membership options available to you.
OPTION 1: RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: Renews automatically on Jan 1st each year.
LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: With a recurring plan, enjoy the convenience of automatic renewal going forward, and not worry about manually renewing each year.
OPTION 2: NON-RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: With this option, you will not benefit from the convenience of auto-renewal.
PLAN PRICE: Only $200
This membership plan is only available to permanent residents of Canada. If you are not a permanent resident of Canada, please sign up for the Associate Corresponding plan.
PLEASE REVIEW THE FULL PLAN DETAILS BELOW PRIOR TO SIGNING UP.
Eligibility Requirements:
- i.e. Renal Pathologists, family medicine, etc.
- Individuals who do not hold an MD or Doctor of Philosophy but have a demonstrated interest in the practice of nephrology in Canada.
- May not vote, serve on the Board of Directors, or hold office.
Benefits of membership include:
- Access to the members-only area of the CSN website with links to practice guidelines, educational content, job postings, and case discussions.
- Entitled to receive notice of the Corporation.
- Discounted rates to attend the annual CSN meeting, CSN in America, and post-graduate educational course.
In addition to these tangible benefits, your decision to join the CSN will ensure that we are able to continue our work on behalf of all Canadian nephrologists and nephrology trainees.
A portion of the CSN membership dues is used to support the CSN international health initiatives - aimed at building capacity for treating kidney disease in low and middle-income nations.
There are 2 membership options available to you.
OPTION 1: RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: Renews automatically on Jan 1st each year.
LIMITED TIME SPECIAL OFFER: With a recurring plan, enjoy the convenience of automatic renewal going forward, and not worry about manually renewing each year.
OPTION 2: NON-RECURRING MEMBERSHIP: With this option, you will not benefit from the convenience of auto-renewal.
