In November 2010, chiropractors from across the country gathered in Toronto for the third Canadian Chiropractic Convention. It has been widely reported that the weekend was exciting, dynamic, well-organized and informative. But the question of whether the conference achieved its fundamental aspirations has yet to be explored. Was the trident of “unity, strength and inspiration,” that was brandished before and throughout the event, indeed sharpened as a result of the gathering, or does it remain a dull, perhaps illusive, icon? An answer to this unfolds when one breaks the conference down into its components and explores why each was presented the way it was, and how it was received, by attendees of each. Educational sessions were organized into tracks, allowing delegates to explore a variety of subject areas. The speakers who brought various perspectives to their presentations were all very tangibly linked in their commitment to the profession, the need for unity and the recognition of the strength that comes from celebration of a common purpose. As a result of this cohesive framework and the knowledge and energy levels of all speakers, seminar Rooms were filled with delegates focused on learning and dialogue. Many presenters found themselves immersed in extensive question-and-answer periods that brought to light the implications of his/her expertise in practice and a host of directions for further investigation. The opening night, titled “A Gathering of Friends,” was designed as an evening of chiropractic celebration aimed at building a sense of pride and accomplishment and opening up the hearts and minds of the delegates to hear and truly embrace the important messages of unity and tolerance. The crowd’s response was one of wonder as members also saw their profession reflected in the theatrical performance that presented fundamental chiropractic elements as integral to our society’s needs. The closing finale, “Strengthening the Tribe,” focused on inspiring and motivating the delegates in the idea of strength and common purpose and demonstrating how this is relevant to chiropractic. The keynote speaker explored principles of “tribal culture,” extending this notion to chiropractic practice and the profession as a whole. He delivered a powerful message of “leadership obligation,” and what this means not only to the profession, but also to the big picture: the health and well-being of Canadians. Following this was a thought-provoking experience, driven by the internationally renown “Drum Café,” that demonstrated these principles of tribal culture through a hands-on, audience-wide effort at performing a number of percussion pieces that required each member’s focus on a unified purpose and the greater good that would come from it. Each specially chosen, carefully planned element of the conference fostered a realization among attendees that there is strength within their profession and that this is, in fact, based on common purpose and passion. From this comes the potential to develop as a group and to broaden individual perspectives. Dcs in Canada continue to find opportunities to grow as individual practitioners and to unite with their colleagues toward a “culture” represented by a solid message. Congratulations to the conference committee and all organizers for successfully providing a much-needed venue in which Canadian chiropractors could renew their vision, review accomplishments and realize their potential. The trident was indeed sharpened and can now be held high as a standard leading chiropractic in our country to new heights in the years to come.