History of the CGS

The Canadian Geriatrics Society (CGS) was initially called the Canadian Society of Geriatric Medicine (CSGM). The foundation meeting of the CSGM was held in Toronto at the Royal York Hotel on September 16, 1981. There were thirty-nine individuals in attendance. The founding President was Dr. R.D.T. Cape of London, Ontario. Other Presidents of the Society have been Dr. J.A. MacDonell, Dr. R. Fisher, Dr. M. Baron, Dr. B.L. Beattie, Dr. R. Fox, Dr. D. Robertson, Dr. Peter MacCracken, Dr. Ken Rockwood, Dr. W.B. Dalziel, and Dr. D.B. Hogan. In 1999, the name of the organization was changed to the Canadian Geriatrics Society partly in an effort to broaden its base of potential members.

The first objective of the Society is to promote excellence in the medical care of older Canadians. This Society also wishes to promote a high standard of research in the field of geriatrics/ gerontology and to improve the education provided to Canadian physicians on aging and its clinical challenges. To disseminate Canadian research and knowledge on the clinical care of older patients, an Annual Scientific Meeting is held in conjunction with the CGS Annual Business Meeting. “Geriatrics Today: Journal of the Canadian Geriatrics Society” is the official publication of the CGS.

All physicians with an interest in geriatrics, medical students, residents, and fellows are encouraged to join the Society. Fellow practitioners and researchers in the field of aging can join the organization as associate members. For further information on the organization, our Annual Meeting, and how to join please contact our administrative offices at – Canadian Geriatrics Society, 162 Cumberland Street, Suite 300, Toronto, ON M5R 3N5 or Email us at contact us.

Award Recipients 

Presidents of the Canadian Geriatrics Society
(formerly the Canadian Society of Geriatric Medicine)