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St. Michael's Wound Healing and Skin Ulcer Prevention Program
Wound Seminars for 2012
Toronto, ON (St. Michael's Hospital)
Starting January 2012
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Advanced Research Theory & Methods for Occupational Therapy (OCCU 5030)
Online Course
Presenter by Dr. Grace Warner
January 2012 - April 2012
Contact: Michelle Mahoney, 902-494-8804
Email: Michelle Mahoney
Visit: www.occupationaltherapy.dal.ca
For more info visit: www.occupationaltherapy.dal.ca


Program Evaluation for Occupational Therapists (OCCU 5043)
Online Course
Presenter by Jocelyn Brown
January 2012 - April 2012
Contact: Michelle Mahoney, 902-494-8804
Email: Michelle Mahoney
Visit: www.occupationaltherapy.dal.ca
For more info visit: www.occupationaltherapy.dal.ca


The Medical Acupuncture Program: An Evidence-Based Approach (McMaster University course)
January 2012 - April 2012
Registration deadline: April 2, 2012
Contact: Leanne Smith, Program Coordinator at 905-546-5500
Email: Leanne Smith
Visit: www.acupunctureprogram.com
Register
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National Institute of Disability Management and Research
*Modules last from 1 - 2 wks and require 10 - 12 hrs of study activity per week
Topic: Workers compensation from an organizational perspective
January 23 - 29, 2012
Contact: (778) 421-0821 ext. 209
Email: Education @ NIDMAR
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The Effect of Multimedia Writing Support Software on Written Productivity - Webinar
Presenter: Rose Racicot, OT and Assistive Technology Specialist
February 1, 2012 - 12:00PM MST
Visit: www.aroga.com


The Early Years Conference 2012
The Development of Children's Mental Health: How Do We Become Who We Are?
Pre-Conference: February 2, 2012
Main Conference: February 3 - 4, 2012
Vancouver, BC (Hyatt Regency Vancouver)
Contact: Ian Chipperfield, (604) 827-3112
Email: Ian
Visit: www.interprofessional.ubc.ca
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Seating Considerations with Special Diagnosis
Panel discussion with various therapists in the community and their unique scenarios from pediatrics to geriatrics
Presented by Invacare Seating Rounds
Presenting: Carmine Milantoni (DVA). Marlene Holder (Bloorview), Other speakers TBA
February 2, 2012
Toronto, ON (Bloorview) & live on the Ontario Telehealth Network (OTN)
Contact: Cathy Schultz 905-890-8300 ext. 2631
Email: seatingrounds@invacare.com


Patient Educators in Diabetes
Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCA™)
Presented by the Seniors Health Research Transfer Network
February 4, 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: 416-226-3636
Visit: www.aphasia.ca


Function in the Upright Posture: NDT Intermediate Level Workshop in the Treatment of Adults with Hemiplegia
Presented by Back Works Spinal and Sports Rehabilitation
Presenter: Karen Guha, NDTA™ Coordinator Instructor
February 4 - 5, 2012
Waterloo, ON
Contact: 519-746-8172
Email: rabiandkaren@rogers.com


Essentials of Project Management (OHA and CMC Partnership Course)
Presented by: Ontario Hospital Association
February 6 - 7, 2012
Toronto, ON (Canadian Management Centre)
Visit: www.oha.com


Leading Management Through Exemplary Leadership Level II
Presented by: Ontario Hospital Association
February 6 - 8, 2012
Toronto, ON (OHA)
Visit: www.oha.com


Disability Management Certification Course
Presented by: Ontario Hospital Association
February 8 - 10, 2012
Toronto, ON (OHA)
Visit: www.oha.com


Sunrise Medical Wheelchair Wednesday Lunch and Learn Session
Topic: The Science of Tilt Wheelchairs: Differences in Tilt Mechanisms and Client Outcomes
Presenter: Sheilagh Sherman, OT Reg. (Ont.)
February 8, 2012 - 12:30 - 2:00pm
Concord, Ontario (Sunrise Medical)
Contact: Sheilagh Sherman, (416) 420-7930
Email: Sheilagh Sherman
Visit: www.clinical-corner.com


The iPad, iPod Touch and Apps in Action for Early Learners Webinar
Presented by: Assistive Technology Trainings
Presenter: Barbara Welsford & Karen Friskney
February 8, 2012 - 4:30pm - 6pm Atlantic Time
Register


Virtual Policy Series on Dementia
Hosted in partnership with the Alzheimer Society of Ontario
February 9, 16, & 23, 2012
See event details


Mild Traumatic Brain Injury Conference: Challenges and Controversies in Diagnosis
February 10, 2012
Toronto, ON (Hyatt Regency Toronto)
Contact: 416-597-3422 ext. 3693
Email: conferences@torontorehab.on.ca
Visit: www.torontorehab.com/Events


Putting the Pieces Together: Integrating Neuro Developmental Treatment and Sensory Processing Intervention
Presented by: Kim Barthel, BMR, OTR
February 10 & 11, 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: The Learning Workshop, (905) 709-3354
Email: The Learning Workshop
Visit: www.thelearningworkshop.ca


Patient Educators in Diabetes
Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCA™)
Presented by the Seniors Health Research Transfer Network
February 11, 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: 416-226-3636
Visit: www.aphasia.ca


Personalities at Work - Communication Made Easy with MBTI
Presented by ACHIEVE Training Centre
Feb. 13, 2012 - Toronto
Feb. 15, 2012 - Ottawa
Feb. 22, 2012 - Thunder Bay
Contact: info@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


National Institute of Disability Management and Research
*Modules last from 1 - 2 wks and require 10 - 12 hrs of study activity per week
Topic: Ethics in Safety & Health, Inspections & Safe Work Procedures
February 13 - 19, 2012
Contact: (778) 421-0821 ext. 209
Email: Education @ NIDMAR
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Management Information Systems (MIS) Guidelines: Level I
Presented by: Ontario Hospital Association
February 13 - 15 2012
Toronto, ON (OHA)
Visit: www.oha.com


Assertive Communication
Presented by ACHIEVE Training Centre
Feb. 14, 2012 – Toronto
Feb. 16, 2012 – Ottawa
Feb. 23, 2012 – Thunder Bay
Contact: info@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


Anxiety - Practical Intervention Strategies
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Toronto - February 15, 2012
Ottawa - February 22, 2012
London - February 22, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Trauma - Strategies for Resolving the Impact of Post Traumatic Stress
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Toronto - February 16-17, 2012
Ottawa - February 23 - 24, 2012
London - February 23 -24, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Innovative Interventions for Dementia: A Focus on Montessori Methods for Dementia
Presented by Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
February 16 & 17, 2012
Montreal, QC (Fulford Residence)
Please visit our website for programs and registration forms


Patient Educators in Diabetes
Supported Conversation for Adults with Aphasia (SCA™)
Presented by the Seniors Health Research Transfer Network
February 18, 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: 416-226-3636
Visit: www.aphasia.ca


Lean Healthcare Green Belt (Blended Learning Program)
Presented by: Ontario Hospital Association
February 22 - 31, 2012
Toronto, ON (OHA)
Visit: www.oha.com


Innovative Interventions for Dementia: A Focus on Montessori Methods for Dementia
Presented by Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
February 23 & 24, 2012
St. Catharines, ON (Linhaven)
Please visit our website for programs and registration forms


Life Care Planning
Presented by: Society of Alberta Occupational Therapists
February 24 - 25, 2012
Edmonton, Alberta (Crestwood Community League)
Contact: Robin Telasky, (780) 238-9111
Email: info@saot.ca
Visit: www.saot.ca/events


Graded Motor Imagery with Sam Steinfeld
Presented by Eramosa Physiotherapy-Guelph
February 25, 2012
Guelph, ON
Fax: 519-767-9819
Email: Nicole Simmons at guelph@eramosaphysio.com
Brochure


NDT Introductory Course in the Treatment of Adults with Hemiplegia
Presented by: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute
February 27, 2012 - March 2, 2012
Toronto, Ontario (Toronto Rehabilitation Institute)
Contact: (416) 597-3422 ext. 3693
Email: conferences@torontorehab.on.ca
Visit: www.torontorehab.com/Events


Best Practices Day - Building the Case: Unlocking the Evidence
Presented by: GTA Rehab Network
Abstracts due November 14, 2011. Submit an abstract
February 27, 2012
Toronto, Ontario (Chestnut Conference Centre)
Contact: (416) 597-3422 ext. 3693
Email: conferences@torontorehab.on.ca
Visit: www.gtarehabnetwork.ca


5th Annual Disability Claims Management and Litigation
Presented by: Insight
February 27 - 28, 2012
Toronto, Ontario (St. Andrew's Club and Conference Centre)
Email: order@alm.com
Call: 1-888-777-1707
Register


AHPDF Electronic Health Library (EHL) Webinars
Advanced Literature Searching within the EHL
February 28, 2012 - 1:00pm to 2:00pm
Email: info@ahpdf.ca
Visit: www.ahpdf.ca


Graduate Programs in Rehabilitation Science
MSc Course-Based Degree, MSc Thesis-Based Degree and PhD in Rehabilitation Science
Presented by: School of Rehabilitation Science, McMaster University
Application Deadlines:
February 28th, 2012 for MSc and PhD Thesis Programs beginning September 2012
April 1st, 2012 and September 1st 2012 for Online Course-Based Masters Program
Hamilton, ON
Visit: www.DiscoverMacSRS.ca


PDP's 32nd Symposium on Intervention for Persons with Special Needs
March 1 - 3, 2012
Bloomington, MN
Contact: (877) 439-8865
Visit: www.pdppro.com/32.shtml


Every Breath You Take: Respiratory Care Update 2012
Presented by The Lung Association - Ontario Respiratory Care Society
March 1, 2012
Windsor, ON
Register at www.on.lung.ca/orcs


Tablet Prescription: Determining Therapeutic Value for Children on the Spectrum, or with Learning Disability, ABI or Fine-Motor Challenges
Hosted by Complex Injury Rehab Inc. & York Paediatric Therapy Services Inc.
March 2, 2012
Woodbridge, ON (Paramount Conference Centre)
Email: info@complexinjury.com
Visit: www.complexinjury.com and www.yorkpaediatrics.com
Brochure
Register


2012 Philadelphia Meeting: Surgery & Rehabilitation of the Hand: With Emphasis on Best Practice
Presented by: The Philadelphia Hand Rehabilitation Foundation
March 3 - 6, 2012
Philadelphia, PA, USA
Contact: 610-768-5958
Email: hrf@handfoundation.org
Visit: www.handfoundation.org


28th International Seating Symposium
Presented by: The University of British Columbia
March 6 - 9, 2012
Vancouver, BC (The Westin Bayshore)
Contact: Ian at 604-827-3112
Email: ian.ipce@ubc.ca
Early Bird Registration available for a limited time! Visit: http://www.interprofessional.ubc.ca
Conference Brochure


Emotional Intelligence - Increasing Harmony and Productivity
Presented by ACHIEVE Training Centre
March 6, 2012 - London
March 8, 2012 – Ottawa
March 13, 2012 – Toronto
Contact: info@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


De-escalating Potentially Violent Situations
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
London - March 7, 2012
Thunder Bay - March 9, 2012
Ottawa - March 9, 2012
Toronto - March 14, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Sunrise Medical Wheelchair Wednesday Lunch and Learn Session
Topic: Setting Up a Wheelchair for Efficient Propulsion: There’s a lot to consider!
Presenter: Sheilagh Sherman, OT Reg. (Ont.)
March 14, 2012 - 12:30 - 2:00pm
Concord, Ontario (Sunrise Medical)
Contact: Sheilagh Sherman, (416) 420-7930
Email: Sheilagh Sherman
Visit: www.clinical-corner.com


AHPDF Electronic Health Library (EHL) Webinars
Introduction and Orientation to Literature Searching within the EHL
March 15, 2012 - 10:00am to 11:00am
Email: info@ahpdf.ca
Visit: www.ahpdf.ca


Innovative Interventions for Dementia: A Focus on Montessori Methods for Dementia
Presented by Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
March 15 & 16, 2012
Cambridge, ON (Dunfield Discovery Centre)
Please visit our website for programs and registration forms


Motivating Change - Strategies for Approaching Resistance
Presented by the Crisis & Trauma Resource Institute Inc.
Toronto - March 22 - 23, 2012
Thunder Bay - March 22 - 23, 2012
Ottawa - March 29 - 30, 2012
London - March 29 - 30, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Ergonomic Evaluation Certification Program
Presented by: Society of Alberta Occupational Therapists
March 22 - 24, 2012
Edmonton, Alberta (Crestwood Community League)
Contact: Robin Telasky, (780) 238-9111
Email: info@saot.ca
Visit: www.saot.ca/events


Innovative Interventions for Dementia: A Focus on Montessori Methods for Dementia
Presented by Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
March 22 - 23, 2012
Toronto, ON (Dunfield Retirement Residence)
Please visit our website for programs and registration forms


NDT/Bobath Certificate Course in the Management and Treatment of Adults with Hemiplegia (NDTA™-Approved Course)
Presented by Brant Community Health Care System
Presenters: Karen Guha, NDTA™ Coordinator Instructor and Karen Brunton, NDTA™ Coordinator Instructor
Part 1: March 22-25, Part 2: April 14-17, Part 3: May 3-6, Part 4: May 26-29
Brantford, ON
Contact: Leslie Larkin (519) 751-5544 ext. 4335
Email: llarkin@bchsys.org


Functional Capacity Evaluation for Individuals with Acquired Brain Injury
Presented by: Society of Alberta Occupational Therapists
March 23 - 24, 2012
Edmonton, Alberta (Crestwood Community League)
Contact: Robin Telasky, (780) 238-9111
Email: info@saot.ca
Course Information
Register


Pre-Conference Train-the-Trainer Workshops: Memory and Aging Program
Mild Cognitive Impairment: Finding a New Path to Treating MCI
Presented by Baycrest
Presenters: Dr. Angela Troyer & Dr. Susan Vandermorris
March 25, 2012
Toronto, ON (Four Seasons Hotel)
Email: dianasmith@rotman-baycrest.on.ca
www.research.baycrest.org


Pre-Conference Train-the-Trainer Workshops: Goal Management Training
Mild Cognitive Impairment: Finding a New Path to Treating MCI
Presented by Baycrest
Presenters: Dr. Brian Levine & Marjorie Green, OT Reg. (Ont)
March 25, 2012
Toronto, ON (Four Seasons Hotel)
Email: dianasmith@rotman-baycrest.on.ca
www.research.baycrest.org


The Annual Conference on Cognitive Neuroscience
Mild Cognitive Impairment: Finding a New Path to Treating MCI
Presented by: Baycrest
March 26 - 28, 2012
Toronto, ON (The Four Seasons Hotel)
Contact: Paula Ferreira, 416-785-2500 ext. 2363
Visit: www.research.baycrest.org/conference


Innovative Interventions for Dementia: A Focus on Montessori Methods for Dementia
Presented by Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
March 29 & 30, 2012
Peterborough, ON (Peterborough Regional Health Centre)
Please visit our website for programs and registration forms


2-Day Skills Training Workshop for the Progressive Goal Attainment Program (PGAP™)
An Evidence-Based Treatment Program for Reducing Disability Associated with Pain, Depression, Cancer and other Chronic Health Conditions
Instructor: Dr. Michael JL Sullivan, Professor of Psychology, Medicine, Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy, Neurology and Neuroscience at McGill University
March 30 - 31, 2012
Mississauga, ON (Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Airport Hotel)
Visit: www.pdp-pgap.com


Cancer Rehabilitation: Overview of Functional Problems in Patients with Cancer and Implications for Rehabilitation Interventions
Co hosted by the Oncology Division and Sunnybrook Health Science Centre
Instructors: MaryAnn Dalzell and Kitty Martinho
March 30 - 31, April 1, 2012
Toronto, ON (Sunnybrook Health Science Center)
Email: education@oncologydivision.ca
Visit: www.oncologydivision.ca
View brochure


Dialectical Behavioural Therapy: Part 2
Presented by the Oshawa Psychotherapy Training Institute
March 30 - 31, 2012
Toronto, ON (Sunnybrook Health Science Center)
Email: info@oshawapsychotherapytraining.com
Visit: www.oshawapsychotherapytraining.com


Sunrise Medical Wheelchair Wednesday Lunch and Learn Session
Topic: Options and Accessories for an Adjustable Manual Wheelchair
Presenter: Sheilagh Sherman, OT Reg. (Ont.)
April 11, 2012 - 12:30 - 2:00pm
Concord, Ontario (Sunrise Medical)
Contact: Sheilagh Sherman, (416) 420-7930
Email: Sheilagh Sherman
Visit: www.clinical-corner.com


Managing Mental Health and Return to Work
Presented by Gowan Consulting
April 11 - 12, 2012
Mississauga, ON
Visit www.gowanhealth.com


Innovative Interventions for Dementia: A Focus on Montessori Methods for Dementia
Presented by Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
April 12 & 13, 2012
Kingston, ON (Rideaucrest Home)
Please visit our website for programs and registration forms


AMA Guides to Impairment Rating: Musculoskeletal, Neurological Systems
Presented by: Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and Canadian Society of Chiropractic Evaluators
April 13 - 15 and May 4-6, 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: 416-482-2340 ext. 191
Email: ce@cmcc.ca
Visit: www.cmcc.ca
Download registration form


Manual Edema Mobilization for Sub-Acute Arm/Hand Edema
Presented by Vivian Dim, OT Reg. (Ont), Certified in Lymphedema therapy LLDT
April 14, 2012 and April 15, 2012
Barrie, ON (Royal Victoria Hospital)
Email: Rebecca Bloor
Phone: (705) 728-9090 x 42620
View brochure


MS Rehabilitation Symposium
April 16, 2012
Toronto, ON (Hyatt Regency Toronto)
Contact: 416-597-3422 ext. 3693
Email: conferences@torontorehab.on.ca
Visit: www.torontorehab.com/Events


Assessment of Motor and Process Skills (AMPS) Evaluation
Hamilton, ON (St. Peter's Hospital)
April 16 - 20, 2012
Visit: www.ampsintl.com


National Institute of Disability Management and Research
*Modules last from 1 - 2 wks and require 10 - 12 hrs of study activity per week
Topic: Incident/accident Investigation, First Aid & Emergency Preparedness
April 16 - 22, 2012
Contact: (778) 421-0821 ext. 209
Email: Education @ NIDMAR
View brochure


AHPDF Electronic Health Library (EHL) Webinars
Advanced Literature Searching within the EHL
April 17, 2012 - 10:00am to 11:00am
Email: info@ahpdf.ca
Visit: www.ahpdf.ca


Fifth National Biennial Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder - Social Justice: Moving Forward
Presented by: UBC Interprofessional Continuing Education
April 18 - 21, 2012
Vancouver, BC (The Hyatt Regency)
Contact: Jo Nam, (604) 822-2801
Email: ipinfo@interchange.ubc.ca
Visit: www.interprofessional.ubc.ca


Addictions and Mental Illness - Working with Co-occurring Disorders
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Toronto - April 18, 2012
Thunder Bay - April 20, 2012
Ottawa - April 26, 2012
London - April 25, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Substance Abuse and Youth - Creating Opportunities for Change
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Toronto - April 19, 2012
Ottawa - April 27, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Practical Strategies for addressing challenging social-emotional behaviours
Presented by Block Building Therapies
April 19 & 20, 2012
Winnipeg, MB (Greenwood Inn & Suites Conference Centre)
Visit: www.blockbuilding.ca
View brochure


PAC Symposium 2012
Presented by: Pedorthic Association of Canada (PAC)
April 20 - 21, 2012
Whistler, BC (Westin Whistler)
Contact: Nicolle Laurin, 1 (888) 268-4404
Email: nlaurin@pedorthic.ca
Visit: www.pedorthic.ca


Attachment in Adolescents: A Treatment Model for Insecure Attachment
Presenter: Anne Kussin, MSW, RSW
April 23, 2012
London, ON
Contact: Marisa Thorburn at register@sosworkshops.ca
Visit www.sosworkshops.ca for details


Conflict Resolution Skills
Presented by ACHIEVE Training Centre
April 24, 2012 – Ottawa
April 26, 2012 – Toronto
April 26, 2012 – Thunder Bay
May 1, 2012 – London
Contact: info@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


Dealing with Difficult People
Presented by ACHIEVE Training Centre
April 25, 2012 - Ottawa
April 27, 2012 – Toronto
April 27, 2012 – Thunder Bay
May 2, 2012 – London
May 3, 2012 – Kenora
Contact: info@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


Pain Science and Recovery - Neurobiology and Innovative Treatment for People in Pain
Presenter: Neil Pearson, MSc, BScPT, BA-BPHE, CYT, RYT500
Hosted by the Occupational Therapy Professional Practice of The Ottawa Hospital
April 25, 2012
Ottawa, ON
Contact: Frayda Raber at fraber2@toh.on.ca or Mayssa Elkassem at melkassem@toh.on.ca
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The DIR® Approach to Pediatric Feeding
April 26 - 27, 2012
Montréal, QC
Contact: Caroline Hui, (450) 242-2816
Email: info@choosetolearn.ca
Visit: www.choosetolearn.ca
View brochure


Rhythmic Movement Training 1 & 2
Presenter: Heidi McLarty, OT Reg. (Ont.)
April 26 - 28, 2012
Sault Ste. Marie, ON
Email Heidi McLarty
Visit www.superiortherapyconnections.com
View brochure


The Get Permission Approach to Sensory Mealtime Challenges
Presented by: Marsha Dunn Klein, Med., OTR/L
April 27 & 28, 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: The Learning Workshop, (905) 709-3354
Email: The Learning Workshop
Visit: www.thelearningworkshop.ca


Clinical Anatomy Review Series
Presented by: Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College
Spring 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: 416-482-2340 ext. 191
Email: ce@cmcc.ca
Visit: www.cmcc.ca


Innovative Interventions for Dementia: A Focus on Montessori Methods for Dementia
Presented by Gilbrea Centre for Studies in Aging
May 1 & 2, 2012
Walkerton, ON (Brucelea Haven)
Please visit our website for programs and registration forms


URMPM Seminar for Risk & Emergency Management for Healthcare 2012
Education of patient safety principal and method to clinical staffs by world famous leaders in UK
Presented by the Union of Risk Management for Preventative Medicine (URMPM)
May 2 - 4, 2012
London, UK (University of London)
Visit: www.eventsforce.net


Core Strategies For Self Help After Traumatic Bereavement
Presenter: Dr. Therese Rando, PhD
May 7, 2012
London, ON
Contact: Marisa Thorburn at register@sosworkshops.ca
Visit www.sosworkshops.ca for details


OANHSS Annual Meeting & Convention 2012: Great Places to Live and Work
Conference date: May 7 - 9, 2012
Call for Papers deadline: November 25, 2011
Toronto, Ontario (Westin Harbour Castle)
Email: Stuart Sweeney, Education Manager
Phone: (905) 851-8821 ext. 240
Visit: www.oanhss.org


Facilitation Skills for the Return to Work Expert
Presented by Gowan Consulting
May 7 - 9, 2012
Mississauga, ON
Visit www.gowanhealth.com


Sunrise Medical Wheelchair Wednesday Lunch and Learn Session
Topic: Seating and Mobility Considerations for Your Bariatric Client
Presenter: Sheilagh Sherman, OT Reg. (Ont.)
May 9, 2012 - 12:30 - 2:00pm
Concord, Ontario (Sunrise Medical)
Contact: Sheilagh Sherman, (416) 420-7930
Email: Sheilagh Sherman
Visit: www.clinical-corner.com


Bridges to Learning Conference
Presented by Bridges Canada
May 10 - 12, 2012
Mississauga, ON (University of Toronto Mississauga Campus)
Email: Chantal Halliday
Phone: 1-800-353-1107
Visit: www.bridges-canada.com
Register


Record Keeping & Note Taking For Professionals in Human Services
Presenter: Robert Soloman
May 11, 2012
St. Thomas, ON
Contact: Marisa Thorburn at register@sosworkshops.ca
Visit www.sosworkshops.ca for details


Self-Injury Behaviour in Youth - Issues and Strategies
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Toronto - May 14-15, 2012
Ottawa - May 24-25, 2012
London - May 24-25, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Understanding Mental Illness
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
London - May 15, 2012
Toronto - May 16, 2012
Ottawa - May 23, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Leadership and Management - The Essential Foundations
Presented by ACHIEVE Training Centre
May 17, 2012 – Toronto
May 22, 2012 – Ottawa
Contact: info@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


MSD - The Basics of Musculoskeletal Disorder Prevention and Hazard Prevention
Presented by Gowan Consulting
May 22, 2012
Mississauga, ON
Visit www.gowanhealth.com


MSD - Advanced Workshop on Implementation of MSD Prevention Strategies
Presented by Gowan Consulting
May 23 - 24, 2012
Mississauga, ON
Visit www.gowanhealth.com


5th Annual Ontario Home Care Association Symposium
Showcasing Our Best!
May 24, 2012
Mississauga, ON (International Centre)
Visit: www.homecareontario.ca


National Institute of Disability Management and Research
*Modules last from 1 - 2 wks and require 10 - 12 hrs of study activity per week
Topic: Occupational Health & Safety Trainin & Communication & Evaluation Strategies
May 28 - June 3, 2012
Contact: (778) 421-0821 ext. 209
Email: Education @ NIDMAR
View brochure


Rhythmic Movement Training 1 & 2
Presenter: Heidi McLarty, OT Reg. (Ont.)
May 31 - June 2, 2012
Toronto, ON
Email Heidi McLarty
Visit www.superiortherapyconnections.com


26th Annual Meeting of the Consortium of Multiple Sclerosis Centres (CMSC) & the 17th Annual Meeting of the Americas Committee for Treatment of Research in Multiple Sclerosis (ACTRIMS)
May 30 - June 2, 2012
San Diego, CA
Email: support@mscare.org
Phone: 201-487-1050
Visit: www.cmsc-actrims.org


CAOT Conference 2012: Occupations and practice through time
Presented by: Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
June 6 - 9, 2012
Quebec City, Quebec
Contact: 1 (800) 434-2268 ext. 232
Email: conference@caot.ca
Visit: www.caot.ca


De-escalating Potentially Violent Situations
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Toronto - June 12, 2012
Ottawa - June 15, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Sunrise Medical Wheelchair Wednesday Lunch and Learn Session
Topic: Power Wheelchairs: Selecting Mid-Wheel versus Rear-Wheel Drive
Presenter: Sheilagh Sherman, OT Reg. (Ont.)
June 13, 2012 - 12:30 - 2:00pm
Concord, Ontario (Sunrise Medical)
Contact: Sheilagh Sherman, (416) 420-7930
Email: Sheilagh Sherman
Visit: www.clinical-corner.com


Mediation - An Informal Process for Conflict Resolution
Presented by ACHIEVE Training Centre
June 13 - 14, 2012 - Toronto
Contact: info@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


13th Canadian Collaborative Mental Health Care Conference
Conference date: June 15 - 16, 2012
Call for Papers deadline: January 15, 2012
Vancouver, British Columbia
Visit: www.shared-care.ca


OACCAC Knowledge and Inspiration 2012 Conference
Conference date: June 17 - 19, 2012
Call for Abstracts deadline: January 16, 2012
Toronto, ON (Westin Harbour Castle)
Visit: www.ccac-ont.ca
View Abstract Guidelines


Suicide Prevention, Intervention and Postvention Strategies
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Toronto - June 18 - 19, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Critical Incident Group Debriefing
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
June 20. 2012
Toronto, ON
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Violence Threat Assessment - Planning and Response
Presented by: Crisis and Trauma Resource Institute inc.
Ottawa - June 20, 2012
Toronto - June 21, 2012
Contact: info@ctrinstitute.com
Visit: www.ctrinstitute.com


Managing High Conflict Clients: Ethics & Risk Management
Presenter: Bill Eddy
June 25, 2012
Burlington, ON
Contact Marisa Thorburn at register@sosworkshops.ca
Visit www.sosworkshops.ca for details


29th Annual Cape Cod Summer Symposia
16 week-long symposia for Mental Health Professionals
Presented by the New England Educational Institute
June 25 - August 17, 2012
Eastham, Massachusetts, USA
Contact: learn@neei.org
Visit: www.neei.org


66th Annual Meeting - American Academy for Cerebral Palsy and Developmental Medicine
Conference Date: September 12 - 15, 2012
Abstracts due January 31, 2012
Toronto, ON (Westin Harbour Castle)
Visit: www.aacpdm.org


5th National Spinal Cord Injury Conference: Translating Neural Engineering and Novel Therapies
Presented by: Toronto Rehabilitation Institute
Main Conference: October 18 - 20, 2012
Pre-course: October 18, 2012
Toronto, Ontario
Contact: (416) 597-3422 ext. 3693
Email: conferences@torontorehab.on.ca
Visit: www.sciconference.ca


Health & Wellbeing in Children, Youth and Adults with Developmental Disabilities
Challenging Behaviour - The Tip of the Iceberg
Presented by: UBC Interprofessional Continuing Education
Main Conference: November 15 - 16, 2012
Focused Workshops: November 17, 2012
Call for Abstracts now open
Deadline for Poster Submissions: March 30, 2012
Vancouver, BC (Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites)
Visit: www.interprofessional.ubc.ca


UPCOMING EDUCATIONAL COURSE LINE-UPS

OHA Upcoming Conferences
Presented by: Ontario Hospital Association
Contact: 416-205-1398
Email: conferenceinfo@oha.com
Visit: www.oha.com


OHA Upcoming Continuing Education Courses
Presented by: Ontario Hospital Association
Contact: 416-205-1398
Email: conferenceinfo@oha.com
Visit: www.oha.com


CAOT Lunch and Learn Series 2012
Presented by: Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
Contact: Professional Development Coordinator, (800) 434-2268 ext.231
Visit: www.caot.ca


CAOT Water Cooler Talk Webinar Series 2012
Presented by: Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists
Contact: Professional Development Coordinator, (800) 434-2268 ext.231
Visit: www.caot.ca


Oshawa Psychotherapy Training Institute
Contact: (905) 721-7723 or 1 (866) 568-9476
Email: info@oshawapsychotherapytraining.com
Visit: www.oshawapsychotherapytraining.com


Ontario Public Workshops
Contact: (204) 452-01805
Ontario Locations: Toronto, Ottawa, London, Thunderbay
Email: julie@achievecentre.com
Visit: www.achievecentre.com


CAN-ADAPTT Guideline Webinar Series
Email: can_adaptt@camh.net
Visit: www.can-adaptt.net