Canadian Piercing Education Series
Education. Community. Professional Growth.
The Canadian Piercing Education Series (CPES) is a Canadian-led educational conference created by piercer Amus Beasto to support continuing education, safer piercing practices, and stronger community connection within the professional piercing industry.
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What began as a small educational event has continued to grow into a conference focused on collaboration, accessibility, professionalism, and raising standards within the Canadian piercing community.
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Our Story
The Canadian Piercing Education Series was created independently by Amus Beasto before the formation of the Canadian Professional Piercers Association (CPPA). The original goal was simple: create accessible, high-quality piercing education in Canada and provide opportunities for Canadian piercers to connect, learn, and grow together without always needing to travel internationally for continuing education. As the event grew, it became clear there was a larger need for ongoing education, professional support, and community-building within the Canadian piercing industry. That vision eventually helped inspire the creation of the CPPA. Today, CPES and CPPA exist alongside one another with shared values around education, professionalism, safer piercing practices, and industry growth — while remaining separate initiatives. CPES continues to focus on creating welcoming, educational spaces where piercers at all levels can learn, share knowledge, and build meaningful connections within the industry.
Why It Started
To create accessible piercing education opportunities in Canada.
To encourage continuing education and professional growth.
To strengthen the Canadian piercing community.
To support safer piercing practices and evolving industry standards.
To create collaborative learning opportunities for piercers at all experience levels
To help build stronger professional connections within the industry.
What To Expect
Educational Classes
Learn from experienced piercers, healthcare professionals, and industry educators through lectures, discussions, and hands-on workshops.
Vendor Area
Connect with trusted jewelry manufacturers, suppliers, and industry companies showcasing products, tools, and educational resources.
Community & Networking
CPES is designed to encourage collaboration, mentorship, discussion, and meaningful industry connections.
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Continuing Education
CPES encourages lifelong learning and ongoing professional development for piercers at every stage of their career.
Diverse Topics
Topics may include:
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Anatomy and placement
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Sterilization and infection prevention
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Jewelry materials and sizing
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Troubleshooting and healing
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Business practices and ethics
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Advanced piercing techniques
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Consent and client communication
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Industry safety and best practices
Our Goal
CPES exists to help strengthen the professional piercing industry through education, collaboration, accessibility, and community. By creating spaces where professionals can share knowledge and learn from one another, CPES aims to support a safer, more informed, and more connected future for piercing in Canada.
Event Information
The 2026 Canadian Piercing Education Series (CPES) will take place August 18–19, 2026, in Victoria, British Columbia, Canada.
For event details, instructor information, vendor opportunities, schedules, accommodations, and ticket registration, please visit: www.properpoke.com/piercingeducation
Stronger Together. Better Through Education.
The Canadian Piercing Education Series is more than a conference — it’s an investment in education, professionalism, community, and the future of piercing in Canada.
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