Canadian Stroke Congress to take place from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2

You will notice they failed to include survivor experts in their consideration

http://www.news-medical.net/news/20120928/Canadian-Stroke-Congress-to-take-place-from-Sept-30-to-Oct-2.aspx
Researchers from across Canada and around the world are gathering in Calgary for the largest-ever Canadian Stroke Congress, drawing much-needed attention to one of society's leading health issues. The Canadian Stroke Congress runs from Sept. 30 to Oct. 2 at the Calgary Telus Convention Centre.
A joint initiative of the Canadian Stroke Network, Heart and Stroke Foundation and Canadian Stroke Consortium, the congress brings together leading experts from basic research, prevention, treatment, rehabilitation and health promotion.