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Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine

The Canadian Journal of Emergency Medicine (CJEM) is Canada’s only academic emergency medicine journal and the official publication of the Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians (CAEP). Published twelve times a year by Springer Nature since its first issue in April 1999, CJEM aims to improve emergency medical care by connecting and informing providers and disseminating high-quality Canadian scholarly work in research and education to audiences in Canada and internationally.

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Subject Emergency Medicine
Impact Factor 2
Quartile Q2
Open Access Type Closed
ISSN 1481-8035
eISSN 1481-8043
Invitation Only No
Cost Range Hybrid model; optional Open Choice APC varies by journal (see Springer list)

Submission Instructions

Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine accepts the following article types. Click on an article type to view submission instructions.

Original Research

Cover Letter A cover letter is required and must disclose conflicts of interest and funding, outline each author’s contributions, and confirm that all authors approved the submission. Attach the cover letter to the title page to maintain double‑blind review.
Title Page Upload a separate title page including the manuscript title, all author names and affiliations, corresponding author contact details, total word count, and keywords. Include a brief COI/Funding summary consistent with ICMJE forms.
Abstract Provide a structured abstract up to 300 words with the headings: Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Key Points Include a Clinician’s Capsule with four single-sentence bullets (≤20 words each) summarizing what is known, the study question, what was found, and why it matters.
Main Manuscript Headings Use Introduction; Methods (Study Design/Time Period, Setting, Population, Intervention, Outcome Measures, Data Analysis, Sample Size, and Ethics); Results; Discussion (Interpretation, Comparison to Previous Studies, Strengths and Limitations, Clinical Implications, Research Implications); and a one-paragraph Conclusion.
Reference Format References must follow Vancouver style with numbered in‑text citations in brackets before punctuation; up to 40 references are allowed.
Figures Embed figures within the manuscript at appropriate points; if file size is large, upload figures separately. Use EPS for vector and TIFF for halftones; ensure required resolutions. A maximum of 5 tables/figures are permitted.
Tables Embed tables within the manuscript near first mention; number sequentially with descriptive captions and footnotes; cite each table in order. A maximum of 5 tables/figures are permitted.
Additional Documents Submit ICMJE COI forms for all authors; include ethics approval/exemption statements and clinical trial registration details (for trials); provide applicable EQUATOR checklists (e.g., CONSORT, STROBE, PRISMA).
Word Count A maximum 2,500 words for the main text.
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Brief Original Research

Cover Letter A brief cover letter is required, detailing conflicts/funding, author contributions, and author approvals; attach it to the title page to preserve blinding.
Title Page Provide a separate title page with title, author names/affiliations, corresponding author contact details, word count, and keywords.
Abstract Provide a structured abstract up to 300 words using Objectives, Methods, Results, and Conclusions.
Key Points Include a Clinician’s Capsule of four bullets (≤20 words each) summarizing context, question, findings, and clinical relevance.
Main Manuscript Headings Use an abbreviated IMRaD structure: Introduction; Methods; Results; Discussion (with brief subsections as appropriate); Conclusion.
Reference Format Use Vancouver style with bracketed numeric citations; maximum of 10 references.
Figures Include a single table or figure embedded in the manuscript; additional items may be supplied as online appendices if needed.
Tables Include a single table embedded within the manuscript if used; number and caption appropriately.
Additional Documents ICMJE COI forms are required; include ethics approval and trial registration information when applicable; include relevant EQUATOR checklist(s).
Word Count Maximum 1,500 words; 1 table or figure; up to 10 references.
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Original Research – Qualitative Studies

Cover Letter A cover letter is required outlining conflicts/funding, author contributions, and author approvals; attach to the title page to maintain blinding.
Title Page Separate title page including title, author list/affiliations, corresponding author contact, word count, and keywords.
Abstract Provide a structured abstract up to 300 words (Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusions).
Key Points Include a Clinician’s Capsule of four bullets, each ≤20 words, highlighting context, question, key findings, and clinical relevance.
Reference Format Vancouver style with numbered in‑text citations; up to 40 references.
Figures Embed figures in the manuscript; supply high-resolution files if needed; follow Springer format/resolution requirements.
Tables Embed tables in sequence with captions and footnotes; cite in order.
Additional Documents ICMJE COI forms required; include ethics approval/exemption statements; follow SRQR/COREQ and other relevant EQUATOR guidelines.
Word Count Up to 5,000 words reduced by 500 words for each table/figure; 0–5 tables/figures; 40 references.
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Quality Improvement

Cover Letter A cover letter is required and should disclose conflicts/funding, author contributions, and confirm author approvals; attach it to the title page.
Title Page Provide a separate title page with title, authors/affiliations, corresponding author contact, word count, and keywords.
Abstract Provide a structured abstract up to 300 words (Objectives, Methods, Results, Conclusions).
Key Points Provide a Clinician’s Capsule of four single-sentence bullets (≤20 words each) summarizing context, question, findings, and importance to practice.
Main Manuscript Headings Use IMRaD with QI-specific content: Introduction; Methods (context, intervention, measures, study of the intervention, analysis, ethics); Results; Discussion; Conclusion.
Reference Format Use Vancouver style; limit to 40 references.
Figures Embed figures within the manuscript; ensure appropriate formats/resolutions; upload separately only if file size prevents embedding.
Tables Embed tables with captions and footnotes; cite in numerical order.
Additional Documents ICMJE COI forms required; include ethics statements where applicable; include SQUIRE checklist.
Word Count Maximum 2,500 words; up to 5 tables/figures; 40 references.
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Brief Quality Reports

Cover Letter A cover letter is required summarizing conflicts/funding, author contributions, and author approvals; attach it to the title page.
Title Page Submit a separate title page with the title, authors/affiliations, corresponding author contact details, word count, and keywords.
Abstract Provide a structured abstract up to 300 words.
Key Points Clinician’s Capsule is required per journal policy for this category.
Main Manuscript Headings Use a concise IMRaD format suitable for QI: Introduction; Methods (context, intervention, measures, analysis, ethics); Results; Discussion; Conclusion.
Reference Format Vancouver style; up to 10 references.
Figures Embed a single figure in the manuscript; additional materials may be provided as supplementary files.
Tables Embed a single table in the manuscript if used; include a descriptive caption and footnotes.
Additional Documents ICMJE COI forms; SQUIRE alignment and ethics statements where applicable.
Word Count Maximum 1,500 words; 1 table or figure; 10 references.
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Recent Publications

Improving early recognition and treatment of sepsis in paramedic services and emergency departments: a pan-Canadian mixed methods application of the Theoretical Domains Framework

A. J. E. Carter, B. L. Bigham, J. Goldstein, J. Greene, M. Harrison, A. Steenbeek, J. Curran

10.1007/s43678-026-01119-0
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Position statement: harassment and bullying of emergency physicians by organizational and system-level administrators

Trevor Jain, Lisa Salamon, Kaitlin Stockton, Blair L. Bigham, Paul Parks, Brittany Ellis, James Stempien

10.1007/s43678-026-01127-0
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Presentation and management of patients with suspected cancer in the emergency department

Keerat Grewal, Cameron Thompson, David Dushenski, Shelley McLeod

10.1007/s43678-025-01071-5
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Acute coronary syndrome triggered by anaphylaxis: a rare case of Kounis syndrome with recurrent stent thrombosis

Claudia Vincent-Boulay, Andréanne Laquerre, Juliette Mathieu, Gabrielle Trépanier

10.1007/s43678-026-01124-3
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Just the Facts: How to diagnose and treat complex regional pain syndrome

Chirag Bhat, Chris Povolo, Maryam Zadeh

10.1007/s43678-026-01121-6
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Frequently asked questions

Is Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine open access?

No, Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine is a subscription-based journal. Access to articles typically requires a subscription or individual purchase, though some content may be available through institutional access or after an embargo period.

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What is the impact factor of Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine?

The 2024 Journal Impact Factor (JIF) for Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine is 2. The impact factor is a measure of the frequency with which the average article in a journal has been cited in a particular year, and is often used as a proxy for the relative importance of a journal within its field.

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What is the time to publication for Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine?

Initial editorial screening decisions (desk assessment) are typically communicated within two weeks. The journal uses double‑blind peer review; no specific average times to first decision or acceptance are stated.

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Does Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine require a cover letter?

Yes. A cover letter must accompany all submissions and should disclose conflicts of interest and funding, specify each author’s contributions, and confirm that all authors have reviewed and approved the manuscript. To preserve double‑blind review, attach the cover letter to the title page file rather than the anonymized manuscript.

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How much does it cost to publish in Canadian Journal Of Emergency Medicine?

This is a hybrid journal. After acceptance, authors may choose optional Open Choice open access, which carries an Article Processing Charge (APC) set by Springer and varying by journal; specific APC amounts are listed on Springer’s Open Choice pages. Color figures are free in print and online. Rights and any publication costs are arranged during the post‑acceptance workflow.

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Research Topics

Emergency and Acute Care Studies Trauma and Emergency Care Studies Cardiac Arrest and Resuscitation Innovations in Medical Education Ultrasound in Clinical Applications