CAPS at 50: Now comfortably seated with the grownups

This article commemorates the 50th anniversary of the Canadian Association of Pediatric Surgeons (CAPS), tracing its growth from 30 founding members to nearly 300 members across 15 countries. It highlights CAPS' role in training pediatric surgeons who serve both North American and underserved populations in low and middle income countries, particularly Africa, while celebrating the organization's commitment to diversity and inclusivity in advancing pediatric surgical care globally.