The impact of the Canadian Sleep Society on sleep science, clinical practice, and advocacy: past, present, and future

Abstract

The Canadian Sleep Society/Societe Canadienne du Sommeil (CSS–SCS), is the only Canadian national organization which is dedicated to the clinical practice of sleep medicine as well as the advancement of sleep science. This article outlines the extent to which the CSS–SCS has shaped the field of sleep science and practice in Canada. A description of the CSS–SCS, the history of the CSS, the impact associated with the Society's activities, with an emphasis on the society's contribution to pediatric sleep, and future directions are outlined.