BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Public Health Association of BC - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://phabc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Public Health Association of BC REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20170312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20171105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20180311T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20181104T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20190310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20191103T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20200308T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20201101T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Edmonton BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20170312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20171105T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20180311T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20181104T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20190310T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20191103T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20170312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20171105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190330T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190330T183000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20190307T172543Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190307T172717Z UID:6019-1553932800-1553970600@phabc.org SUMMARY:The Inclusion Project DESCRIPTION:The Inclusion Project\nSaturday March 30\, 2019 \nRoyal Roads University Quarterdeck \nGrant Building\, 2005 Sooke Rd \nVictoria\, BC \n \n  \nThe Inclusion Project is a forum for stakeholders on critical conversations about the issues of diversity\, equity and inclusiveness across public and private sectors. Through this initiative\, we will cast a global lens on local issues and leverage community-based collaborative efforts to address the intersectional challenges faced by newcomers – immigrants\, refugees and international students. We will develop new initiatives to support equity in policy development\, post-secondary education\, non-government & corporate organizations\, with a focus on: \n\nGender equity\nRacial inclusion\nYouth engagement\n\n  \nWe will foster change through multi-level partnerships and establish collaborative opportunities for different stakeholders in government\, post-secondary institutions\, human resource managers\, business leaders\, civil society leaders\, community leaders\, settlement organizations\, etc. We will also promote continuous engagement initiatives to support stakeholders through training\, facilitation\, strategic communication\, research and consultancy. \n  \nAs part of the strategies\, there will be focus group discussions to capture the voices of community members and stakeholders and map out strategies for inclusiveness across sectors. We will also have formal and informal conversations to explore potential opportunities for newcomers to contribute to the socio-economic and overall development of our communities\, businesses\, and larger society. \nStakeholders include: \n\nCivil servants & policy makers\nFirst nations community leaders\nBusiness leaders\, employers\, entrepreneurs & HR groups\nPost-secondary institutions – faculty & administrators\nCivil society organizations – research groups\, settlement agencies\, etc.\n\n  \n  \nOutcomes\nAt the end of these strategic dialogues\, stakeholders will be able to: \n\nIdentify and establish opportunities for public-private sector partnerships\nDevelop strategies to attract and retain newcomer talents\nDevise approaches to address issues of diversity\, equity and inclusiveness in the workplace and communities\nIdentify new opportunities to collaborate across sectors and collectively address longterm issues\n\n  \n  \nReport Production\nAt the end of the project\, we will produce a final report to emphasize the key processes on developing: \n\nCross-sectoral approaches to inclusiveness with economic and socio-political ramifications\nEffective and long-term partnerships and continued stakeholder engagement; and\nOpportunities to learn and build sustained agency around issues of equity\, inclusiveness and diversity for newcomers and other groups\n\n  \n  \nPlenary Themes\nPlenary 1a: Global Trends & Local Realities (Strategic dialogue) \n\nGlobalization and the role of communities in development\nUN Sustainable Development Goals & Global Compact for Migration\nIndigenous realities around the world\n\n  \nPlenary 1b: Migration: Opportunities & Challenges (Fireside chat) \n\nCitizenship and the politics of migration\nSocio-economic and political ramifications of migration- belonging\, urban-rural engagement\nImpact of migration on communities & co-creation of local opportunities\n\n  \nKEYNOTE: Newcomer Engagement & Canada’s Inclusive Future \n  \nPlenary 2: Gender Equity\, Youth Engagement & the Future of Work (Strategic Dialogue) \n\nOpportunities for women in tech and other male-dominated sectors\nRole of higher institutions in economic development and integration of youths\nMinority youth and representation in politics\, business & civil society\n\n  \nPlenary 3: Workplace Inclusion \n\nRe-thinking innovation\nInclusiveness and economic development\nBest practices for business development & newcomer experiences\n\n  \n \n\n  \n  \nDraft Agenda\n8:00am-8:30am – Registration & breakfast \n8:30am-8:45am – Welcome \n8:45am-9:00am – Opening remarks \n\nSandra Richardson (CEO\, Victoria Foundation)\nMessage from Honourable Melanie Mark (Minister of Advanced Education)\n\n9:30am-10:30am – Plenary 1a: Global Trends & Local Realities \n\nChris Kilford (Canadian International Council) – Host\nPaola Ardiles (Simon Fraser University)\nCharles Krusekopf (Royal Roads University)\nSudhir Nair (University of Victoria)\n\n10:30am-10:45am – Coffee break \n10:45am-11:45am – Plenary 1b: Migration: Opportunities & Challenges; \n\nCatherine Holt (CEO\, GV Chamber of Commerce) – Host\nDel Manak (Victoria Police Department)\nJean McRae (Intercultural Association of GV)\nAndrea Dicks (Community Foundations of Canada) **\n\n11:45am-12:30pm – In-group Discussions (Plenary 1a & 1b) \n12:30pm-1:00pm – Keynote Presentation \n\nMayor Lisa Helps (Mayor\, City of Victoria)\n\n1:00pm-2:00pm – Lunch & Networking break \n2:00pm-3:30pm – Plenary 2: Gender Equity\, Youth Engagement & the Future of Work \n\nCrystal Tremblay (UNESCO Knowledge for Change Consortium) – Host\nP.S. Mitzi Dean (Parliamentary Secretary for Gender Equity)\nMark Lovick (Royal Bank of Canada)\nVeronika Bylicki (CityHive)\n\n3:30pm-3:45pm – Documentary \n3:45pm-5:00pm – Plenary 3: Workplace Inclusion \n\nSangeeta Subramanian (Immigrant Employment Council of BC) – Host\nRon Rice (Victoria Native Friendship Centre)\nGeorge Hanson (Vancouver Island Economic Alliance)\nDavid Lau (Victoria Immigrant & Refugee Centre)\nAboubakar Idriss (International Educator & Activist)\n\n5:00pm-5:30pm – In-group discussions \n5:30pm-6:00pm – Report Session \n\nMoussa Magassa\, Fiona Bramble\, Annie Djiotsa\, Karima Ramji\, Ruth Mojeed\n\n6:00pm-6:30pm – Call to Action & Closing \n6:30pm & on – Networking \n  \n \n**Yet to be confirmed URL:https://phabc.org/event/the-inclusion-project/ LOCATION:Royal Roads University\, 2005 Sooke Rd\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V9B 5Y2\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190315T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190315T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20190306T174425Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190306T174425Z UID:6010-1552647600-1552669200@phabc.org SUMMARY:Wellness Fair—Guildford Rec Centre DESCRIPTION:Zaytuna Services Society and Simon Fraser University – Health Science Students\, under the guidance of Dr. Paola Ardiles\, will be hosting a Wellness Fair event at the Guildford Recreation Center in Surrey. This event will take place on March 15\, 2019 from 11am – 5pm.  The Wellness Fair is a community project focused on connecting the local newcomer community to healthcare agencies and resources. \nThe Wellness Fair will bridge the gaps between the newcomer population and the health care system by:  \n\nEmpowering newcomers with health knowledge that will help them access and utilize the health services within their communities.\nConnecting the newcomer communities with healthcare resources and services to establish a long-term relationship with healthcare providers.\nEnabling newcomers with the necessary tools needed to navigate the healthcare system in BC.\n\nThis event offers a platform for health care agencies to promote and educate the newcomer population about their programs and services. \nThis is a free event open to the public\, with a focus on the newcomer population. URL:https://phabc.org/event/wellness-fair-guildford-rec-centre/ LOCATION:Guildford Recreation Center\, 15105 105th Ave\, Surey\, BC\, V3R 7G8\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190213T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190213T100000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20190114T214412Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190214T193836Z UID:5795-1550048400-1550052000@phabc.org SUMMARY:Food Literacy: From Concept to Practice DESCRIPTION:How does “Food Literacy” relate to “Health Literacy” and how do you implement it in practice? This webinar will showcase the topic of food literacy and present two current food literacy initiatives in British Columbia (Farm to School BC and Farmers’ Market Nutrition Coupon Program). \nThe webinar will begin with a background and introduction by Irv Rootman\, Chair of the B.C. Health Literacy Networks. This will be followed by a discussions on Food Literacy—an evolving sub-concept of health literacy — by Doris Gillis\, Professor Emeritus in the Department of Human Nutrition at St. Francis Xavier University\,  Food Literacy in Classrooms by Richard Han\, Provincial Manager of Farm to School BC program and the Farmer’s Market Nutrition Coupon Program by Peter LeBlanc\, Program Manager of BC Association of Farmer’s Market\, and finally\, a Q & A session. URL:https://phabc.org/event/food-literacy-from-concept-to-practice/ LOCATION:British Columbia ORGANIZER;CN="PHABC":MAILTO:staff@phabc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190213T071500 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190213T193000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20190116T183915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T183915Z UID:5806-1550042100-1550086200@phabc.org SUMMARY:The Moose Hide Campaign Provincial Gathering and Day of Fasting DESCRIPTION:The Moose Hide Campaign is a grassroots movement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous men and boys who are standing up against violence towards women and children. \nWearing this moose hide signifies your commitment to honour\, respect\, and protect the women and children in your life and to work together to end violence against women and children. \n\n\n\nJoin us on February 13\, 2019\, for the 8th Annual Moose Hide Campaign Provincial Gathering and Day of Fasting. People from across B.C. will be fasting and coming together to show their commitment to ending violence against women and children. The central event will be held in Victoria\, while other regional and local events take place across B.C. \nFor more information on this gathering click HERE \nTo register for this event click HERE \nTo register for the Prince George event click HERE \n\n\n\n  URL:https://phabc.org/event/the-moose-hide-campaign-provincial-gathering-and-day-of-fasting/ LOCATION:Victoria Conference Centre\, 720 Douglas Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 3M7\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190201T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190201T210000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20190121T211303Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190122T002143Z UID:5845-1549047600-1549054800@phabc.org SUMMARY:The Importance of Community Health Centres: Scaling Up Team-Based Primary Care in BC DESCRIPTION:The BC Health Coalition\, Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives and Health Sciences Association are pleased to present a public event on:\nThe Importance of Community Health Centres: Scaling Up Team-Based Primary Care in BC\nCommunity Health Centres (CHCs) have been an effective model for delivering team-based\, community-governed primary health care in Canada and the US for decades.  Last year BC’s provincial government announced that CHCs will play a key role in BC’s strategy for primary health care reform in the province. \nFor many organizations and communities across the province\, this is exciting news. CHCs have the capacity to fundamentally transform the ways that we organize and deliver primary health care\, and CHCs provide the kind of care that so many in BC want: care that is holistic and responsive to our needs as communities as well as individuals. \nThe province’s commitment to CHCs is a valuable opportunity for the public to shape primary health care at the community level and raises some important questions: \nWhat can we learn from other jurisdictions where community health centres are integrated into the broader primary care system? Why are CHCs particularly effective in addressing the unmet needs of under-serviced and vulnerable populations (in particular Indigenous\, rural\, low income and newcomer communities)? How can we work together to ensure they play a similar role in BC? \nJoin us for an evening of discussion and sharing about the experiences of community health centres in Canada and abroad and how we can work together to make sure CHCs play a transformative role in BC. \nThis is a free\, public event\, but space is limited. For more information on speakers and to reserve your spot\, please register here: https://www.ccpabc.ca/chc_public_talk URL:https://phabc.org/event/5845/ LOCATION:Alice MacKay Room\, Vancouver Public Library – Central Branch 350 W Georgia St Vancouver\, BC V6B 6B1 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190201T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20190201T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20190121T205131Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190121T211427Z UID:5823-1549022400-1549040400@phabc.org SUMMARY:The Promise of Team-Based Primary Health Care DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Centre for Policy Alternatives\, BC Health Coalition and the Health Sciences Association are pleased to invite you to a roundtable on community health centres on February 1\, 2019:\nThe Promise of Team-Based Primary Health Care\nThe importance of Community Health Centres in BC’s primary care reforms\nThis is a half-day\, invitational workshop that focuses on community health centres (CHCs). CHCs have been an effective but under-valued model for delivering community-governed\, team-based primary health care for decades in Canada and the US. One of the unique features of the model is its strong focus on the social determinants of health and population health. \nAs BC moves to support a role for CHCs within a larger agenda for reforming primary care\, what can we learn from other jurisdictions where CHCs are integrated into the broader primary care system? How can we support CHCs in BC to be leaders in improving the quality of care for the entire health system? \nJoin us to hear from speakers from BC\, Saskatchewan\, Ontario and Oregon state about the key role CHCs play in providing responsive\, team-based primary care that is also community-led and particularly effective in addressing the unmet needs of under-serviced and vulnerable populations (in particular Indigenous\, rural\, low-income and newcomer communities). \n\nParticipation by video or phone will be available for those outside the Lower Mainland who cannot attend in person. Please contact Thi Vu (thi@policyalternatives.ca) if you are interested in joining part of the meeting by phone or video\, and do not register in the link below.\n\nThe afternoon will also provide opportunities for networking and strategizing to ensure that a strong CHC sector plays a central role in the provincial government’s primary care reforms. \nTo register for this invitational workshop\, please visit https://www.ccpabc.ca/chc-roundtable_2019 URL:https://phabc.org/event/the-promise-of-team-based-primary-health-care/ LOCATION:Health Sciences Association of BC 180 E Columbia St New Westminster\, BC V3L 3E3 Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181204T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20181203T173706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181203T173706Z UID:5679-1543946400-1543957200@phabc.org SUMMARY:Understanding Harm Reduction Strategies DESCRIPTION:BC Centre for Disease Control & BCCDC Foundation for Public Health present: \nUnderstanding Harm Reduction Strategies\n  \nDate: December 4\, 2018\nTime: 6:00pm–9:00pm\nLocation: Science World at TELUS World of Science\n1455 Quebec Street\nVancouver\, BC \n  \nThis event will focus on harm reduction strategies in the Lower Mainland. Experts will speak on best practices and other initiatives that aim to reduce harm and increase acceptance. Following the discussion there will be opportunities to chat with organisations in the community who are working on a variety of harm reduction strategies. There will also be time to participate in a variety of smaller discussion groups. \n  \nAn expert panel will be on hand including Dr. Mark Tyndall\, BC Centre for Disease Control; Dr. Jane Buxton\, BC Centre for Disease Control; Erica Thomson\, Fraser Health\, Jonathan Deakin\, BC EHS and moderated by Donald MacPherson\, Director of the Canadian Drug Policy Coalition. \n  \nThis event is free but space is limited so register HERE \nFor more information go HERE URL:https://phabc.org/event/understanding-harm-reduction-strategies/ LOCATION:Science World at Telus\, Vancouver\, British Columia\, V6A 3Z7\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181201 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181202 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20181128T003156Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181130T033954Z UID:5601-1543622400-1543708799@phabc.org SUMMARY:World AIDS Day - Hosted by AIDS Vancouver Island DESCRIPTION:World AIDS Day\nHosted by AIDS Vancouver Island\nRoyal BC Museum\n675 Belleville Street\nVictoria\, BC \n  \n  \nDecember 1\, 2018 will be the 30th anniversary of World AIDS Day and the 20th Anniversary of National Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week in Canada.  This year’s theme is “Know your status”. \nhttps://knowyourstatus.unaids.org/?fbclid=IwAR3ERRqetYeKkFoNXomXnj7Zpf0IRlbSw7L2FoUsY9_TsHC_kmdUS84YS0A \nWe know from research that early detection is the key to successful treatment but in Canada up to 25% of people living with HIV are unaware they have the virus because they have never been tested.  In addition\, many people who are living with HIV don’t have access to good health care and struggle to access and remain on treatment.  There is good news too with the increasing availability of PrEP (https://www.catie.ca/prep)\, and the success of campaigns like U=U (https://www.catie.ca/en/positiveside/summer-2017/uu). \nThis year\, as part of Global AIDS Awareness Week and National Aboriginal AIDS Awareness Week\, AIDS Vancouver Island is hosting an event at the Royal BC Museum from 1-4pm on Saturday December 1st \,  followed by our annual red ribbon display on the steps of the Legislature.  The schedule is as follows: \n\n1:00pm – 4:00pm: Drop in viewing of We Are Here Storyboards\, education and resources\, Living Library\n2:30pm: Welcome and Territory acknowledgement by Elder\, guest speakers\n3:00pm: Showing of Strong Medicine: a short film made by Indigenous people living with HIV (https://www.catie.ca/en/strong-medicine)\n3:30pm: Resistance Rising Choir performance (https://www.facebook.com/Resistance-Rising-Choir-2210208235969675/)\n4:15pm: We will walk together over to the front steps of the BC Legislature and light the red ribbon memorial candle display.\n\n  \nThis event is free and everyone is welcome.  Refreshments will be available. \nTo invite your friends and family\, and to see the plans in more detail: https://www.facebook.com/events/2148516951865492/ URL:https://phabc.org/event/world-aids-day-hosted-by-aids-vancouver-island/ LOCATION:Royal BC Museum\, 675 Belleville Street\, Victoria\, British Columbia\, V8W 9W2\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181128T170000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20181126T184811Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181126T195343Z UID:5570-1543424400-1543424400@phabc.org SUMMARY:AVI Annual General Meeting DESCRIPTION:AVI Annual General Meeting\n\n\nWednesday November 2018 from 5:00-7:30pm \nAmbrosia Centre\, 638 Fisgard St\, Victoria \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading...\n \n \n \n \n \n Taking too long?\n \n \n \n Reload document \n |\n \n Open in new tab \n \n \n \n Download [572.35 KB] \n  \n\n\nIt’s that time of the year again – the AVI Annual General Meeting! Join us as we continue the transition from AIDS Vancouver Island to AVI Health & Community Services. \n  \nThe AGM is Wednesday November 2018 from 5:00-7:30pm at the Ambrosia Centre (638 Fisgard St) \n  \nThis year’s guest speaker is Dr Marilou Gagnon\, RN\, PhD\, Associate Professor UVic School of Nursing. \n  \nDr Gagnon’s “work is underpinned by critical and sociopolitical approaches. Her program of research seeks to address gaps in knowledge that have the potential to inform public debate and policies\, while also advancing the rights and the health of marginalized communities. \n  \nShe served on the board of directors of the Canadian Association of Nurses in AIDS Care (CANAC) (09–13) and was Expert Advisor Research\, Policy and Advocacy for CANAC from 2013-16. She also served on the board of the Bureau Régional d’Action Sida (BRAS) in Gatineau (12-14) and joined the Canadian HIV/AIDS Legal Network’s board of directors in 2013 for a first mandate and a second mandate in 2015. \n  \nShe was the founder of the Coalition of Nurses for Supervised Injection Services. The Coalition played a key role in advocating for supervised injection services between 2015-2017. Please see https://marilougagnon.com/ for more information on her contributions to HIV\, safe consumption sites\, and nursing care. \n\nThe evening’s program will include HIV and HCV Peers sharing their personal stories and hopes for tomorrow\, an update on our Westshore Opioid Agonist Therapy Clinic\, and strategies to embed the history and honour of AIDS Vancouver Island in all we do. \n  \nAn appetizer buffet will be provided. URL:https://phabc.org/event/avi-annual-general-meeting/ LOCATION:British Columbia END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181119 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181122 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180130T204033Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180130T204033Z UID:4435-1542585600-1542844799@phabc.org SUMMARY:Diabetes Educator Course - Toronto DESCRIPTION:Kinghooper\nDiabetes Education Inc\nDiabetes Educator Course\n  \nThis comprehensive three-day course is for health professionals who face diabetes in their practice. Through interactive presentations and case-study discussions with a variety of experts\, we cover the newest approaches to diabetes management. Our goal is to update your understanding of the complexities of diabetes care\, and have you learn effective approaches to educate those affected by diabetes. \nThis course is eligible for credit toward your Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Maintenance Credit Portfolio \n  \nFor more information or updates\, contact info@kinghooper.com. \n  \nDate: November 19-21\, 2018\nLocation: Toronto\, ON\nVenue: Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Airport\, Mississauga\, ON\nWebsite & Registration: http://kinghooper.com/program/diabetes-educator-course-toronto-november-2018/ URL:https://phabc.org/event/diabetes-educator-course-toronto/ LOCATION:Four Points by Sheraton Toronto Airport\, Mississauga\, Ontario\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181115 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181117 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180323T215420Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181109T004430Z UID:4645-1542240000-1542412799@phabc.org SUMMARY:PHABC Annual Conference 2018 - Building Safe & Inclusive Communities: The Public Health Approach DESCRIPTION:Public Health Association of British Columbia’s\nAnnual Conference & AGM\n \nBuilding Safe & Inclusive Communities:\nThe Public Health Approach\n  \nNovember 15th & 16th\, 2018 \nSutton Place Hotel \n845 Burrard St \nVancouver\, BC \nV6Z 2K6 \nMark your calendars! The Public Health Association of British Columbia’s annual conference will take place from November 15th to 16th\, 2018 at the Sutton Place Hotel in downtown Vancouver. \nPresentation Schedule Released!\nClick here to register today!\nPHABC Conference Registration Rates (including GST) \n\n\n\nPHABC Member – 2 day\n$395.00\n\n\nNon-Member – 2 day\n$480.00\n\n\nPHABC Senior/Student Member – 2 day\n$311.00\n\n\nNon-Member Senior/Student – 2 day\n$358.00\n\n\nPHABC Member – 1 day\n$210.00\n\n\nNon-Member – 1 day\n$291.00\n\n\nPHABC Senior/Student Member – 1 day\n$153.00\n\n\nNon-Member Senior/Student – 1 day\n$180.00\n\n\n\n  \n  \n\nOverview\nThe annual conference is designed to help attendees learn new methods of fostering safe\, healthy and inclusive communities by showcasing the latest work and research within the realm of public health and beyond. Some topics that will be discussed include: Violence prevention at the individual & societal level\, health equity\, health literacy\, fostering healthy relationships\, keeping communities safe during emergency response\, community inclusion\, using healthy built environments to foster safety and inclusion\, the benefits of risky play\, and more. \nThe public health approach to building safe and inclusive communities recognizes that the quality of both the social and physical environments will influence individual and community health and well-being. This is because health is created and lived by people within the settings of their everyday life; where they learn\, work\, play and love. Health is created by caring for oneself and others\, by being able to take decisions and have control over one’s life circumstances\, and by ensuring that the society one lives in creates conditions that allow the attainment of health by all its members. \n  \n\nConference Theme\nThis year’s theme will build on that of our annual summer school\, “Building Safe & Inclusive Communities\,” and will explore sub-themes of violence prevention\, literacy\, health equity\, community inclusion\, healthy relationships\, emergency response and building safe\, healthy and inclusive physical environments. \nA public health approach to safe and inclusive communities recognizes that the quality of both the social and physical environments influence individual and community health and well-being. This is because health is created and lived by people within the settings of their everyday life; where they learn\, work\, play and love. Health is created by caring for oneself and others\, by being able to make decisions and have control over one’s life circumstances\, and by creating the conditions that allow for the attainment of health by all people.\n \nClick Here to read the think piece developed for our annual summer school\, where we introduced this year’s topic. \n\nWhy Attend?\nThis two-day conference is a unique collaboration of key-note presentations\, case studies and hands-on workshops designed to give attendees new and innovative solutions to a variety of issues within their communities and beyond. The PHABC Conference provides the opportunity for professionals throughout the province to meet\, mingle\, and learn during discussion groups. \nWe welcome participants who are working directly or indirectly on public health issues and health promoting activities across our province\, including but not limited to: \n\n\n\nPublic Health Professionals\nRecreation Practitioners\n\n\nFrontline Health Providers\nProgram & Project Planners\n\n\nMunicipal Council Members\nHealth Educators\n\n\nAcademics & Researchers\nPolicy Analysts\n\n\nGraduate & Medical Students\nCommunity Health Workers\n\n\n\n  \n\nPlenary Session Speakers\nWe are delighted to welcome a number of renowned experts in their respective fields to host plenary sessions on violence prevention\, injury prevention\, health equity in practice and fostering community inclusion and cultural safety. These speakers include: \n\nBridget Penhale\, a Reader in Mental Health of Older People at the University of East Anglia in the UK. Bridget is a member of the UK National Social Care Research Ethics Committee\, Chair of the University of East Anglia Research Ethics Committee\, Board member of the International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse (INPEA)\, and is recognised nationally in the UK for her work on adult safeguarding/protection and internationally for her work on elder abuse. Bridget has published material on decision-making and mentally incapacitated adults\, social work and older people and extensively on elder abuse.\nFinn Kjaerulf\, Programme Manager in ‘Urban Violence – Security\, Protection and Prevention Theme’ at DIGNITY – Danish Institute Against Torture. Responsible for DIGNITYs Intersectoral Urban Violence Prevention program in Central America (Guatemala\, Honduras and El Salvador) and East Africa (Kenya and Uganda). International development professional with 25+ years of experience with policy\, strategy and operational advice to – and dialogue-negotiation with – state institutions and civil society organizations in the fields of human rights and democratization; community organization and mobilization; local economic development; sustainable organizational strategies; change and innovation\, and Intersectoral Urban Violence Prevention (IUVP). Has worked extensively in the fight against torture and organized violence and IUVP in oppression\, conflict and post conflict situations mainly in Central America\, – with rights-based development\, human security and public health approaches.  Has from 2014 worked to implement Intersectoral Urban Violence Prevention (IUVP) in East Africa\, and to merge IUVP with Place-based Leadership Development\, to build intersectoral urban collaboratives of leaders that are able and willing to work together in urban violence reduction. Has practical experience working with NGOs\, UN and State Institutions in Latin America\, Africa and Europe\, and has increasingly moved into Embedded Intervention Research and published papers on : Community Psychology\, Violence and Trauma; Violence Prevention and Human Security; Violence Prevention through Area-based Interventions to Strengthen Civil Society and Social Cohesion in Poor Urban Areas; Violence\, Health and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development; and Leadership Development in Urban Coalitions and Violence Prevention.\nDr. Arturo Cerventes Trejo\, a professor and Chair of Public Health at the Faculty of Health Sciences at Anahuac University in Mexico. Dr. Cerventes has also served as general director of the Mexican National Center for Injury Prevention where he led the design and implementation of the Mexican National Program for Road Safety and was lead author of policy for the National Road Safety Strategy 2011 – 2020. As head of the National Center for Injury Prevention\, he authored the National Specific Action Program for Road Safety and the National Specific Action Program for Violence Prevention\, 2007 – 2012. Dr. Cerventes is also a founding member and research associate at the Mexicans against Corruption and Impunity think-and-do tank.\nDr. Irvin Waller\, an author and university professor at the University of Ottawa. Dr. Waller is a prize winning champion of victim’s rights\, collaborative policing\, and violence prevention and his life work is using science and logical practice to get victims´ rights and stop street and intimate partner violence across the world. Dr. Waller has received many international awards\, including for his role as the founding executive director of the UN-affiliated International Centre for Prevention of Crime. The US National Organization for Victim Assistance (NOVA) and the World Federation for Mental Health both recognized his pioneering work leading to the magna carta for victims – the UN Declaration on Basic Principles of Justice for Victims of Crime and Abuse of Power.\nRachel Davis\, incoming executive director at the Prevention Institute in the US. Rachel creates tools and materials to support local and state initiatives and educates government agencies\, foundations\, and community groups throughout the country. Rachel serves as Project Director for UNITY (Urban Networks to Increase Thriving Youth through Violence Prevention)\, Prevention Institute’s CDC-funded national initiative to strengthen and support the largest U.S. cities in more effectively preventing violence. Rachel co-developed THRIVE (Toolkit for Health and Resilience in Vulnerable Environments)\, an interactive web-based tool to help identify and foster factors in the community environment that improve health outcomes and reduce inequity. She has written numerous publications\, and prior to joining Prevention Institute in 1997\, Rachel had extensive experience as a social worker for the San Francisco Unified School District.\nDr. Bernie Pauly\, an Associate Professor at the University of Victoria School of Nursing and a Scientist at the Centre for Addictions Research of British Columbia. Currently\, she is the Island Health Scholar in Residence and a University of Victoria Provost’s Community Engaged Scholar. Her research focuses on reorienting health and social systems to reduce health inequities and prevent harms of substance use. She is the nominated principal investigator of the Equity Lens in Public Health Program of Research (ELPH) and the Canadian Managed Alcohol Programs Study (CMAPS). She is a priority lead with the Canadian Observatory to End Homelessness and a co-lead of the Renewal of Public Health Systems and Services Research Initiative. She has received numerous awards including a British Columbia Community Achievement Award\, a Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal\, a University of Victoria Community University Award and recognition as an Honorary Citizen of Victoria.\nDr. Mariana Brussoni\, an Investigator at BC Children’s Hospital and Academic Scientist at the BC Injury Research & Prevention Unit. Dr. Brussoni’s current research interests include the influence of geographic\, cultural and social places on parenting related to risk and safety; developmental importance of children’s risky play; the impact of injury on children’s health related quality of life; injuries among Aboriginal populations; and\, injury surveillance. She currently leads CIHR-funded research to develop an index of the playability of the built environment; and Lawson Foundation-funded research to develop an online tool\, to reframe parents’ risk perceptions with the goal of facilitating children’s access to risky play. Her work has been featured extensively in national and international media.\nDr. Bonnie Henry\, provincial health officer for the Province of BC effective February 1\, 2018. Prior to her appointment\, she was the deputy provincial health officer and served as the interim provincial executive medical director of the BC Centre for Disease Control. She is a specialist in public health and preventive medicine and is board certified in preventive medicine in the U.S. She graduated from Dalhousie Medical School and completed a Masters in Public Health in San Diego\, residency training in preventive medicine at University of California\, San Diego and in community medicine at University of Toronto. Dr. Henry has worked internationally including with the WHO/UNICEF polio eradication program in Pakistan and with the World Health Organization to control the Ebola outbreak in Uganda.\nNeil Arason\, a Director in public health at the BC Ministry of Health. Prior to that\, he helped develop and lead the BC Road Safety Strategy in the BC Ministry of Public Safety and Solicitor General. Neil has co-chaired an expert working group on pedestrian safety\, and has worked on a range of road safety issues including child passenger safety\, bicycle helmets\, alcohol-impaired driving\, and driver distraction. Neil is also the author of the book\, No Accident: Eliminating injury and death on Canadian roads – published by Wilfrid Laurier University Press. In 2015\, he received a Transportation Association of Canada award for his contributions to road safety.\nJenny Cross\, an Aboriginal Early Childhood Development Educator and Traditional Haida Knowledge Keeper in Skidegate on Haida Gwaii who has spent the last 12 years teaching Haida song\, dance\, language and traditional food gathering to families on Haida Gwaii. Jenny and Haida language elder Jackie Casey were the 2016 award recipients of the Child Care Recognition Award from the BC Aboriginal ChildCare Society.  Jenny and Shelly recently attended a gathering in Six Nations focused on Traditional food in Healthcare and presented at the Food Secure Canada conference in Montreal (Nov 2018) on a session called Food as a Pathway to Truth and Reconciliation.\nShelly Crack\, a community dietitian with the Northern Health Authority who has worked on Haida Gwaii for the last 15 years and spent the first part of her career travelling to a number of Indigenous communities across northern BC from Haida Gwaii to the Gitxsan Territory.  Shelly had a strong pull to local community food work after the birth of her first daughter in 2009.  After returning from a maternity leave she began to focus on local food in schools\, salad bar programs and getting local food into hospitals.  Since then\, Shelly has been working with local\, provincial and national partners to support schools\, hospitals\, and other programs to serve local and traditional food safely.\nPaul Lacerte\, a member of the Nadleh Whuten Band and belongs to the Carrier First Nation in northern British Columbia. He served as the Provincial Chief Executive Officer for the BC Association of Aboriginal Friendship Centres for 20 years. In 2011 Paul and his daughter Raven co-founded the Moosehide Campaign\, a grass roots movement of Indigenous and non-Indigenous men working to end violence against women and children. He is a Managing Partner with Raven Capital Partners (the first Indigenous financial intermediary in Canada)\, the former Vice-Chair of the Vancouver Foundation Board of Directors\, the former Board Chair for Reconciliation Canada\, and a former representative to the United Nations Permanent Forum on Indigenous Issues. He was awarded the Order of British Columbia in 2014.\nDr. Mark Tyndall\, the Executive Director of the BC Centre for Disease Control and Professor at the UBC School of Population and Public Health.  He also serves as a deputy Provincial Health Officer for British Columbia. He received his medical degree from McMaster University and a doctoral degree in epidemiology from Harvard University. From 1999 to 2010 he was the Program Director for Epidemiology at the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS and was co-lead investigator on the evaluation of Insite\, North America’s first supervised injection site. He has conducted numerous community-based research projects\, including epidemiologic studies of HIV and Hepatitis C transmission\, antiretroviral access among people who use drugs\, and health care utilization among marginalized populations and has authored over 250 peer reviewed research articles.\n\n\nConference Program & Presentation Schedule\nWe have officially released our draft program and presentation schedule for the conference. Keep checking back on this page for the latest details. \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading...\n \n \n \n \n \n Taking too long?\n \n \n \n Reload document \n |\n \n Open in new tab \n \n \n \n Download [832.34 KB] \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading...\n \n \n \n \n \n Taking too long?\n \n \n \n Reload document \n |\n \n Open in new tab \n \n \n \n Download [0.98 MB] \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading...\n \n \n \n \n \n Taking too long?\n \n \n \n Reload document \n |\n \n Open in new tab \n \n \n \n Download [1.07 MB] \n\nExclusive Hotel Room Rate\nThe Sutton Place Hotel is now officially sold out for the conference dates\, we hope many of you were able to take advantage of the discount. \nWe are also delighted to announce a special conference hotel room rate of $195/night(plus tax) for all PHABC conference attendees at the Sutton Place Hotel\, 845 Burrard Street\, Vancouver. This discounted rate is only available for the nights of November 11th-18th\, 2018 and is subject to room availability. \n  \n\nSponsorship\nWe would like to take this time to thank all of our sponsors for this year’s conference\, without them we would not be able to host this event year after year and we are eternally grateful for their support and commitment to public health in BC and beyond. \n\n\n\nPlatinum Sponsors\nSilver Sponsors\n\n\nCommunity Action Initiative\nNurse & Nurse Practitioners of BC\n\n\nMinistry of Health\nDoctors of BC\n\n\nCompassion\, Inclusion and Engagement\nNorthern Health\n\n\n\nInterior Health\n\n\nGold Sponsors\nBC Centre for Disease Control\n\n\nFirst Nations Health Authority\nPosAbilities\n\n\nVancouver Coastal Health\nRed Cross Canada\n\n\n\nBridge 4 Health\n\n\n\n  \n\nNetworking Event\nOn Thursday November 15th\, 2018 from 3:45pm to 5:00pm we will be hosting our networking event concurrently with our exhibitor’s booths and poster sessions. This is a relaxed event where one can enjoy some complimentary appetizers and a glass of wine or beer from our cash bar while networking with like-minded individuals\, learning about new research and projects across BC from one of our 18 poster presentations and perusing the exhibitor’s booths to learn more about our partner organizations and maybe score some free swag! To learn more about this year’s exhibitors\, check out below. \n \n \n \n \n \n Loading...\n \n \n \n \n \n Taking too long?\n \n \n \n Reload document \n |\n \n Open in new tab \n \n \n \n Download [1.05 MB] \n\nPublic Event\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nPlease consider joining us the night before the conference\, November 14th\, 2018 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm\, for Prevention of Violence Canada’s 14thNational Town Hall\, Building Safe and Inclusive Communities: The Public Health Approach\, at the Fletcher Challenge Theatre (Room 1900) in SFU’s Harbour Centre in downtown Vancouver\, 515 West Hastings Street. This event is co-hosted by PHABC\, Prevention of Violence Canada and the Canadian Red Cross and will serve as the unofficial opening of the PHABC conference. \nWe are excited to welcome a number of speakers from POVC’s partner organizations and members of the World Health Organization’s Global Violence Prevention Alliance to Vancouver for this event. Speakers will include; Dr. Irvin Waller from the University of Ottawa\, Finn Kjærulf from the Dignity Institute in Denmark\, Rachel Davies\, executive director for the Prevention Institute in California\, Sarah Burke from the Canadian Red Cross\, Shannon Turner\, executive director for PHABC\, Dr. Arturo Cervantes from Anahuac University in Mexico\, and Dr. Gord Miller from the University of Victoria. They will discuss their work on preventing violence and building safe\, inclusive communities locally\, nationally and internationally. Special guests include Carol Todd from the Amanda Todd Legacy Society\, Judi Fairholm from the Canadian Red Cross and Blake Havard will be performing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis event is free to attend and open to the public; coffee\, tea and water will be served. Doors are at 6:30pm\, the panel will begin at 7:00pm and finish at 8:30pm with the final half hour\, until 9pm\, reserved for networking. Please RSVP by following Eventbrite link below to reserve your FREE seat today!\nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/povc-townhallphabc-public-forum-tickets-51594460420 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nWe look forward to seeing everyone in Vancouver this fall! URL:https://phabc.org/event/phabc-annual-conference-2018/ LOCATION:The Sutton Place Hotel\, 845 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6Z 2K6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Conference ORGANIZER;CN="PHABC":MAILTO:staff@phabc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181114T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20181114T210000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20181105T170354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20181105T170429Z UID:5436-1542220200-1542229200@phabc.org SUMMARY:Prevention of Violence Canada 14th National Town Hall Meeting & Public Forum DESCRIPTION:POVC’s 14th National Town Hall Meeting & Public Forum\nFletcher Challenge Theatre (Room 1900)\, SFU Harbour Centre\n515 West Hastings Street\, Vancouver\nDoors at 6:30pm\, starts at 7:00pm\n \n  \nPlease consider joining the Public Health Association of British Columbia on November 14th\, 2018 from 7:00pm to 9:00pm for Prevention of Violence Canada’s 14th National Town Hall\, Building Safe and Inclusive Communities: The Public Health Approach\, at the Fletcher Challenge Theatre (Room 1900) in SFU’s Harbour Centre in downtown Vancouver\, 515 West Hastings Street. This event is co-hosted by PHABC\, Prevention of Violence Canada and the Canadian Red Cross and will serve as the unofficial opening of the PHABC conference. \nWe are excited to welcome a number of speakers from POVC’s partner organizations and members of the World Health Organization’s Global Violence Prevention Alliance to Vancouver for this event. Speakers will include; Dr. Irvin Waller from the University of Ottawa\, Finn Kjærulf from the Dignity Institute in Denmark\, Rachel Davies\, executive director for the Prevention Institute in California\, Sarah Burke from the Canadian Red Cross\, Shannon Turner\, executive director for PHABC\, Dr. Arturo Cervantes from Anahuac University in Mexico\, and Dr. Gord Miller from the University of Victoria. They will discuss their work on preventing violence and building safe\, inclusive communities locally\, nationally and internationally. Special guests include Carol Todd from the Amanda Todd Legacy Society\, Judi Fairholm from the Canadian Red Cross and Blake Havard will be performing. \nThis event is free to attend and open to the public; coffee\, tea and water will be served. Doors are at 6:30pm\, the panel will begin at 7:00pm and finish at 8:30pm with the final half hour\, until 9pm\, reserved for networking. \nThis event is free to attend and open to the public; coffee\, tea and water will be served. Doors are at 6:30pm\, the panel will begin at 7:00pm and finish at 8:30pm with the final half hour\, until 9pm\, reserved for networking. Please RSVP by following Eventbrite link below to reserve your FREE seat today! \nhttps://www.eventbrite.ca/e/povc-14th-town-hall-meeting-phabc-public-forum-building-safe-and-inclusive-communities-the-public-tickets-51594460420 \n  URL:https://phabc.org/event/prevention-of-violence-canada-14th-national-town-hall-meeting-public-forum/ LOCATION:SFU’s Harbour Centre Fletcher Challenge Theatre (room 7000)\, 515 West Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, BC\, V6B 5K3\, Canada ORGANIZER;CN="PHABC":MAILTO:staff@phabc.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181102 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181105 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180810T200559Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180810T200559Z UID:5129-1541116800-1541375999@phabc.org SUMMARY:Empower YOUth - Youth Workers Conference DESCRIPTION:“Empower YOUth”\nYouth Workers Conference\n  \nWhat: This biennial event provides tips\, tools & techniques for those working directly working with youth & youth programs. \nWhen: Saturday November 3rd\, 2018 \nTime: 8:30am – 5pm \nWhere: Coal Harbour Community Centre\, 480 Broughton Street\, Vancouver \nWho: Youth Leaders\, youth workers\, counsellors\, mentors\, recreation program staff\, volunteers\, supervisors & managers \nWebsite: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/conferences/empower-youth/ \nProgram Guide: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/media/134648/empoweryouth2018-programguide-web.pdf \n  \nHIGH FIVE®\nPrinciples of Healthy Child Development\n  \nWhat: Consisting of training\, resources and tools\, the HIGH FIVE® system is based on years of research and consultation with experts\, and is the only quality assurance standard in North America designed to specifically support the safety\, well-being and healthy development of children in sport and recreation programs. Learn best practices for healthy childhood development\, and get certified.  \nWhen: Friday November 2nd\, 2018\nTime: 9:30am – 5:30pm \nWhere: West End Community Centre \nWho: Youth Leaders\, youth workers\, counsellors\, mentors\, recreation program staff\, volunteers\, supervisors & managers \nWebsite: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/conferences/empower-youth/pre-post-conference-workshops/ \nProgram Guide: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/media/134648/empoweryouth2018-programguide-web.pdf \n  \nsafeTALK\n Suicide Alertness for Everyone\n  \nWhat: safeTALK is a half-day alertness training that prepares participants to recognize suicide and take action by connecting them with life-saving intervention resources. \nWhen: Sunday November 4th\, 2018 \nTime: 9:00am – 12:30pm \nWhere: Coal Harbour Community Centre\, 480 Broughton Street\, Vancouver \nWho: Youth Leaders\, youth workers\, counsellors\, mentors\, recreation program staff\, volunteers\, supervisors & managers \nWebsite: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/conferences/empower-youth/pre-post-conference-workshops/ \nProgram Guide: https://www.bcrpa.bc.ca/media/134648/empoweryouth2018-programguide-web.pdf URL:https://phabc.org/event/empower-youth-youth-workers-conference/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181025 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181028 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20170801T182614Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180205T233645Z UID:3728-1540425600-1540684799@phabc.org SUMMARY:The 7th Conference on Recent Advances in the Prevention and Treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity – Beyond the Clinic DESCRIPTION:Beyond the Clinic\nThe 7th Conference on Recent Advances in the Prevention and Treatment of Childhood and Adolescent Obesity \nOctober 25-27\, 2018\nThe Westin Calgary\, AB\, Canada\n  \nCall for Abstracts now open! Click here to check out the guidelines \n  \n  \nMark Your Calendars!\nThis conference brings together an interdisciplinary group of professionals working in the field of childhood and adolescent obesity. The 7th conference will focus on a range of topics that impact the prevention and treatment of obesity beyond the clinic setting\, considering the broader social and environmental factors that influence the health of children\, adolescents\, and families. This multi-theme meeting will explore the role that health care professionals can play in promoting healthy strategies within the greater community to enhance the well-being of children and adolescents living with obesity. Specifically\, the conference will showcase examples of successful collaborations that span diverse settings\, including the health care system\, government\, schools\, and community at-large. \n\n\n  \nLearning Objectives\nAs a result of attending this conference\, participants will be able to: \n\nReview the importance of community health and highlight successful strategies for promoting healthy lifestyles\nAnalyze new trends in nutrition and healthy lifestyle aiming at preventing childhood and adolescent obesity\nExamine the role of social and environmental influences on obesity (e.g. social determinants of health; built environment; social network; media; technology)\nProvide a forum for networking and collaboration among health professionals\, educators\, researchers\, policy makers\, trainees and other stakeholders with an interest in childhood and adolescent obesity\nHighlight opportunities for attendees to promote healthy habits and environments in the broader community\n\n\n\n  \nWho should Attend:\nThis interdisciplinary conference will be of interest to the following audiences: administrators/managers\, advocacy organizations\, behavioural therapists\, community health workers\, counselors\, diabetes educators\, dietitians\, early childhood educators\, educators and teachers\, families\, family development workers\, family physicians\, family resource program staff\, fitness professionals\, health professionals\, nurses\, nutritionists\, pediatricians\, parents\, policy makers\, psychologists\, researchers\, school administrators\, social workers\, students \n  \n  \n  \nFor more information\, please visit the website at http://interprofessional.ubc.ca/initiatives/obesity2018/ \n  \nEmail marketing.ipce@ubc.ca to get on an enquiry list for updates. URL:https://phabc.org/event/the-7th-conference-on-recent-advances-in-the-prevention-and-treatment-of-childhood-and-adolescent-obesity-beyond-the-clinic/ LOCATION:The Westin Calgary\, 320 4 Ave SW\, Calgary\, Alberta\, T2P 2S6\, Canada CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181021 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181025 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180205T182835Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180828T234052Z UID:4452-1540080000-1540425599@phabc.org SUMMARY:LEPH 2018 - 4th International Conference - Toronto\, Ontario DESCRIPTION:Fourth International Conference on Law Enforcement & Public Health\nA conference exploring the complex and diverse intersections of law enforcement and public health\nChestnut Conference Centre\, University of Toronto \n89 Chestnut Street \nToronto\, Ont \nOctober 21-24th\, 2018\n  \n \nLEPH2018 is a must attend conference for you. Be part of this biennial conference exploring the complex and diverse intersections of law enforcement and public health\, involving practitioners\, policy makers and researchers from these and other related sectors. \nRegistration is now open! https://leph2018toronto.com/registrations/ \nUnderstanding this common ground is critically important\, with many current social\, humanitarian\, security and broad public health issues requiring an inter-sectoral approach. In this emerging field it is important to bring together practitioners\, policymakers and academics to explore the nature of the myriad interactions between police and public health. Together we can start to dissect the issues and answer questions like: \n  \n\nWhy is the obvious intersection of law enforcement (especially police) and public health so inadequately recognised and poorly understood?\nWhy is the marginalisation of certain populations the enemy of security and health?\nCan inclusive policing really work to overcome marginalisation?\nWhat actually works ‘on the ground’ and in practice?\nCan you help build police-public health partnerships that are effective\, accountable\, sustainable and inclusive?\n\n  \nLEPH2018 moves the discussion from Description (LEPH2012)\, Analysis (LEPH2014) and Action (LEPH2016) to Leadership in Policy and Practice (LEPH2018). The Conference Program will be heavily weighted towards promoting collaborative action – in practice\, research\, policy development and in the integration of these three elements. \nTo find all conference related information and to register: https://leph2018toronto.com/ \n  URL:https://phabc.org/event/leph-2018-4th-international-conference-toronto-ontario/ LOCATION:Chestnut Conference Centre\, 89 Chestnut Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5G 1R1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20181018 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20181021 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180130T195049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180130T195049Z UID:4408-1539820800-1540079999@phabc.org SUMMARY:CAG’s 47th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting DESCRIPTION: Canadian Association on Gerontology’s 47th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting\n\n\nMaking It Matter: Mobilizing Aging Research\, Practice & Policy\nOctober 18-20\, 2018 \nSheraton Vancouver Wall Centre  \nVancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada \n\n\n\n\n\n\n  \n\n\n\nJoin us for Canada’s premier multidisciplinary conference for those interested in individual and population aging. \n\n  \n\nThe Canadian Association on Gerontology (CAG) is the preeminent multi-disciplinary association in\nCanada for persons who work with or on behalf of Canada’s aging population. CAG will hold its 47th Annual Scientific and Educational Meeting in Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada from Thursday\, October 18 to Saturday\, October 20\, 2018 at the Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre. \n  \nThe theme of CAG2018 is Making It Matter: Mobilizing Aging Research\, Practice & Policy. Through this annual conference\, you have the opportunity to showcase your organization\, products\, services\, research and other information to more than 500 professional decision-makers including physicians\, health care professionals\, researchers\, academics\, health and community service administrators\, government representatives\, national organization executives\, students\, and seniors. \n  \nFor more information about the conference\, please visit CAG2018.ca. \n  \n\nCall for Abstracts: Due April 16\, 2018 \n\n  URL:https://phabc.org/event/cags-47th-annual-scientific-educational-meeting/ LOCATION:Sheraton Vancouver Wall Centre\, 1088 Burrard St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6Z 2R9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180725T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180725T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180403T193326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T193326Z UID:4680-1532529000-1532534400@phabc.org SUMMARY:Neil Squire Society Monthly Workshop - Disclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers DESCRIPTION:Working Together Workshop\nManaging Your Injury\, Illness\, or Disability:\nDisclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers\nWednesday\, July 25th\, 2018\n2:30pm – 4:00pm\n400-3999 Henning Drive\nBurnaby\, BC V5C 6P9 \n  \nClick Here to see the poster \n  \nDisclosing your disability is a subject many people struggle with when enapplying for employment. Working on how to comfortably disclose is very useful throughout your job search and practicing with people before disclosing to potential employers can make the process much easier. \n  \nAt this workshop\, we’ll talk about the many aspects of disclosing a disability: \n\nDifference between a visible and invisible disabilities\nWhat are your rights?\nWhy are people afraid of disclosing\nWhen should you disclose\nAvailable workplace accommodations\nHow to disclose\n\n  \nFor more information and to register please contact:\n604.473.9363\ngilbertsiu@neilsquire.ca / annm@neilsquire.ca \n  \nAlternative formats and workshop accommodations available upon request URL:https://phabc.org/event/neil-squire-society-monthly-workshop-disclosing-disability-potential-employers-4/ LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180705 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180707 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180426T180951Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180629T183201Z UID:4796-1530748800-1530921599@phabc.org SUMMARY:Summer School 2018 - The Public Health Approach: Building Safe & Inclusive Communities DESCRIPTION:The Public Health Association of British Columbia’s\nSummer School 2018\n \nThe Public Health Approach\nBuilding Safe & Inclusive Communities\n  \nJoin us for our 9th annual summer school\, happening July 5th & 6th\, 2018 \nRegistration is now open at: https://phabc.org/2018-summer-school-registration/ \n \nWe are delighted to release our final agenda for the upcoming summer school 2018\, The Public Health Approach: Building safe & inclusive communities. Registration is on now\, don’t miss your chance to attend one of BC’s only continuing education courses for public health. \n \n \nThis year our summer school will benefit from partnerships with the Saskatchewan Public Health Association\, Red Cross Canada\, Frontier College\, BC Healthy Communities and PosAbilities. Speakers will include Ann Pederson\, Director of Population Health Promotion at BC Women’s Hospital & Health Centre\, Richard Harvey\, regional director of BC\, Alberta & Yukon at Frontier College\, Dr. Bernie Pauly\, associate professor of the School of Nursing at the University of Victoria\, Indiana Best\, board member of Student Wellness Initiative Towards Community Health (SWITCH)\,  Dr. Ian Pike\, director at BC Children’s Hospital’s Injury Research and Prevention Unit\, Steve Woolrich\, principal of Rethink Urban\, Dr. Gord Miller\, President of the Public Health Association of BC\, Judi Fairholm\, director of Respect-Education program at Red Cross Canada\, Sarah Burke\, Senior Manager of Community Integrated Development & Emergency Management at Red Cross Canada\, Jade Yedia\, Island Health’s Regional Built Environment Consultant\, and Dr. Steven Jones\, president of the Saskatchewan Public Health Association. \n  \nThis two-day workshop is designed to help you identify public health approaches to building safe and inclusive communities\, understand how physical and social environments influence community safety\, inclusion and health\, assess barriers to safety & inclusion in their own communities\, and to examine innovative and collaborative methods of promoting community safety and inclusion. Don’t miss your chance to learn how you can help to create safe and inclusive communities while networking with like-minded individuals across the province and beyond! \n  \nLocations for the summer school include the University of Victoria\, University of British Columbia\, University of Northern British Columbia and the University of British Columbia: Okanagan. A videoconferencing connection will allow all four main sites to actively participate in the full summer school experience. A further connection to our partners at the Saskatchewan Public Health Association will open our summer school up to members of SPHA and help facilitate inter-provincial collaboration. \n  \n\n\n\n2 Day Registration*\nRates\n\n\nPHABC Members\n$100.00\n\n\nNon-Members\n$160.00\n\n\nStudent PHABC Members\n$80.00\n\n\nStudent Non-Members\n$120.00\n\n\n\n  \nhttps://phabc.org/2018-summer-school-registration/ \n*Registration does not include lunch but refreshments will be provided in the morning and at each coffee break. \n  \n\n  \nWe are delighted to release our two page think piece designed to do exactly what you would expect\, get you thinking about how you can create safe and inclusive communities here in BC and across the country. check it out below to get your brain in gear for next week\, if you haven’t registered yet\, it’s not too late! \n \n  \n\nFor this year’s theme of community safety and inclusion\, PHABC would like to hear from you! What does community safety and inclusion look like in your community? Answer the question by sending a photo and a brief description\, including the name of your community\, to phanalyst@phabc.org. \n\n  \nFollowing the format of last year’s summer school and fall conference; our chosen theme\, integrated with the discussions held by participants at the summer school\, will be used to help guide and inform the curriculum of our annual conference. Participants who attend the summer school are encouraged use what they learn to develop an abstract for consideration at the conference\, happening from November 15th to 16th\, 2018 at the Sutton Place Hotel in Downtown Vancouver. URL:https://phabc.org/event/summer-school-2018/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180627T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180627T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180403T193227Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T193227Z UID:4678-1530109800-1530115200@phabc.org SUMMARY:Neil Squire Society Monthly Workshop - Disclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers DESCRIPTION:Working Together Workshop\nManaging Your Injury\, Illness\, or Disability:\nDisclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers\nWednesday\, June 27th\, 2018\n2:30pm – 4:00pm\n400-3999 Henning Drive\nBurnaby\, BC V5C 6P9 \n  \nClick Here to see the poster \n  \nDisclosing your disability is a subject many people struggle with when enapplying for employment. Working on how to comfortably disclose is very useful throughout your job search and practicing with people before disclosing to potential employers can make the process much easier. \n  \nAt this workshop\, we’ll talk about the many aspects of disclosing a disability: \n\nDifference between a visible and invisible disabilities\nWhat are your rights?\nWhy are people afraid of disclosing\nWhen should you disclose\nAvailable workplace accommodations\nHow to disclose\n\n  \nFor more information and to register please contact:\n604.473.9363\ngilbertsiu@neilsquire.ca / annm@neilsquire.ca \n  \nAlternative formats and workshop accommodations available upon request URL:https://phabc.org/event/neil-squire-society-monthly-workshop-disclosing-disability-potential-employers-3/ LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180620T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180620T210000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180606T193855Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T195801Z UID:4910-1529521200-1529528400@phabc.org SUMMARY:All Together Healthy: Social equity and the future of BC's healthcare system DESCRIPTION:All Together Healthy:\nSocial equity and the future of BC’s healthcare system\n  \nWhen: Wednesday\, June 20 at 7:00pm \nWhere: HiVE Vancouver\, 210-128 W Hastings Street \nPrice: FREE \nRSVP: https://www.facebook.com/events/237608073659472/ \n  \n \n  \nIn Canada\, this is a moment of political optimism\, where the path to a healthier society seems possible\, but it’s uncertain whether this promised changes will happen. This discussion—and All Together Healthy—defines what’s at stake and articulates a vision of a future where the health and well-being of all citizens is of central importance. \n  URL:https://phabc.org/event/all-together-healthy-social-equity-and-the-future-of-bcs-healthcare-system/ LOCATION:HiVE Vancouver\, 210-128 W Hastings Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180530T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180530T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180403T193114Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T193114Z UID:4676-1527690600-1527696000@phabc.org SUMMARY:Neil Squire Society Monthly Workshop - Disclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers DESCRIPTION:Working Together Workshop\nManaging Your Injury\, Illness\, or Disability:\nDisclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers\nWednesday\, May 30th\, 2018\n2:30pm – 4:00pm\n400-3999 Henning Drive\nBurnaby\, BC V5C 6P9 \n  \nClick Here to see the poster \n  \nDisclosing your disability is a subject many people struggle with when enapplying for employment. Working on how to comfortably disclose is very useful throughout your job search and practicing with people before disclosing to potential employers can make the process much easier. \n  \nAt this workshop\, we’ll talk about the many aspects of disclosing a disability: \n\nDifference between a visible and invisible disabilities\nWhat are your rights?\nWhy are people afraid of disclosing\nWhen should you disclose\nAvailable workplace accommodations\nHow to disclose\n\n  \nFor more information and to register please contact:\n604.473.9363\ngilbertsiu@neilsquire.ca / annm@neilsquire.ca \n  \nAlternative formats and workshop accommodations available upon request URL:https://phabc.org/event/neil-squire-society-monthly-workshop-disclosing-disability-potential-employers-2/ LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180530T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180530T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180508T201220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T201220Z UID:4825-1527670800-1527696000@phabc.org SUMMARY:Supporting  Emotional Well-being and Access to Healthcare of Syrian Mothers - Free Workshop DESCRIPTION:Supporting  Emotional Well-being and Access to Healthcare of Syrian Mothers\nMay 30\, 2018\n 9:00 am -4:00 pm*\nSimon Fraser University Surrey Campus\, Room SUR5240\nRSVP to researchteamc2@gmail.com by May 14\, 2018\n  \n  \nYou are invited to an informative and exciting symposium bringing community partners and stakeholders together—to promote dialogue\, share community resources\, and experiences of working with Syrian mothers and their families. \n  \nYour attendance is important\, and your participation is very welcome in community engagement activities to support Syrian mothers’ emotional well-being and access to health care. A further aim is the formation of an advisory board consisting of key stakeholders and gatekeepers of the Syrian community. \n \n  \n*lunch will be provided URL:https://phabc.org/event/supporting-emotional-well-access-healthcare-syrian-mothers-free-workshop/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180511T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180511T173000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180508T203957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180508T203957Z UID:4830-1526040000-1526059800@phabc.org SUMMARY:2018 British Columbia Science & Policy Conference - Final Call for Tickets DESCRIPTION:The 2018 British Columbia Science & Policy Conference \nConference\, May 11 2018\, 12:00 – 5:30 pm \nUBC \nLife Sciences Institute LSC1 \n\nRegistration: $79 or just $30 for students and post-docs! \n*Financial assistance also available upon request* \nSnacks and refreshments will be served! \nFinal Call For Tickets! \n \n  \n  \n  \nFollowing in the footsteps of the “Bridging the Gap between Life Sciences and Politics” conference series at the University of British Columbia\, the 2018 British Columbia Science & Policy Conference aims to open up a discussion about the current status on the use of science for policy in British Columbia. Our goal will be to not only bring forward ideas on how we can better facilitate the communication and mobilization of scientific knowledge in policy development\, but to drive motivation for change among both researchers and government to better support the sustained integration of science into everyday government decision making. \n  \nThe conference will include a series lightening talks and a panel discussion exploring the current relationship between scientists and policy makers\, followed by an interactive session whereby audience members (you!) will help us formulate action items to improve BC’s science policy strategy. There will also be three keynote speeches by Kei Koizumi (former Senior Advisor at the White House Office of Science & Technology)\, Terry Lake (former BC Minister of Health)\, and Dr. Wendy Palen (Board of Directors for Evidence for Democracy). \n  \n  \n\nThere will also be a booth hosted by STEMCELL Technologies and a social at Mahoney’s UBC to follow! \n  \n\nA full list of speakers can be found here: http://bcspc2018.thespin.ca/ \n  \nSponsors: STEMCELL Technologies and Soybean Digital \n\n\nPartners: The University of British Columbia\, Women in Tech\, Mitacs\, GrasPods\, UBC Master of Public Policy and Global Affairs Student Association\, University of Victoria Canadian Institute for Substance Use Research \n\n\nFor more information and to register: http://bcspc2018.thespin.ca \n  \n  \nBrought to you by the Science Policy & Integration Network (SPIN) URL:https://phabc.org/event/2018-british-columbia-science-policy-conference-final-call-tickets/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180511 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180208T005739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180208T011102Z UID:4493-1525737600-1525996799@phabc.org SUMMARY:4th Fuse International Conference DESCRIPTION:4th Fuse International Conference\nOn Knowledge Exchange in Public Health\n  \nResearch evidence for healthy public policy: Learning across jurisdictions and sectors\n \n  \nClick here to see the event poster. \n  \nAround the world\, communities\, regions and countries strive to have plans in place to guide their efforts to promote and protect the health of their citizens and prevent illness. Good public policy is integral to the success of those plans\, but developing policies in public health is not an easy task. What are the best ways to define how to structure the delivery\, funding\, and prioritizing of population and public health There are many factors to consider: competing priorities\, constrained resources\, inter-sectoral barriers\, ideology\, changing structures\, public opinion\, and increasingly complex problems for which solutions are not obvious. Research evidence is an ideal foundation for good policy\, but more effort is needed to integrate all forms of evidence\, including conflicting evidence\, to support policy-making. \n  \nFuse 2018 will focus on how best to produce\, integrate and communicate research evidence to develop and evaluate policies in public health. \n  \nTogether\, we will explore the use of research evidence in public health policy-making from around the world to discover what’s working\, what’s not\, and the trends\, issues\, and policy-related challenges across jurisdictions and sectors. There will be a focus on both the practice and the science behind using evidence to inform public health policies. \n  \nPresentations from various jurisdictions will focus on:\n\nEconomic evidence\nPractice-based evidence\nCommunicating evidence\nDiversity in public health policy\nPartnerships between researchers and policy makers\n\n  \n  \nFuse 2018 is open to researchers\, policy makers\, public health practitioners and other research users with an interest in public and population health. Participants will learn from keynote presentations\, debate panels\, abstract presentations and from each other about public and community engagement\, data\, public and patient involvement\, inter-sectoral partnerships\, the complexity and impact of jurisdictional issues\, and perspectives on the most effctive ways of incorporating evidence into the process of policy-making. \n  \nJOIN US:\nMay 8-10\, 2018\nCoast Coal Harbour Hotel\nVancouver\, BC\nClick here to register!\n2018FuseConference.com\nTwitter: #FuseKEC18\n  \nInterested in sponsoring the conference? Please click here to read about the perks of being a sponsor. URL:https://phabc.org/event/4th-fuse-international-conference/ LOCATION:Coast Coal Harbour Hotel\, 1180 W Hastings St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V6E 4R5\, Canada CATEGORIES:Conference END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180504T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180504T130000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180403T192207Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T192254Z UID:4668-1525428000-1525438800@phabc.org SUMMARY:Fire Across the Land - Strengthening Community Connections DESCRIPTION:Fire Across the Land\nMarsden Group Consulting\nFriday May 4th\, 2018\n10am-1pm \nMoberly Arts & Cultural Centre \n7646 Prince Albert St.\nVancouver\, BC \n  \n  \nBrad Marsden leads a powerful experiential workshop to help educate service providers of the collective trauma that has impacted Native people throughout North America’s history. \nAfter understanding that a collective trauma exists\, participants will better understand how feelings such as; fear\, shame\, anger\, and learned helplessness began to infiltrate our communities and led to the disempowering behaviors and social conditions we see today. \nWith this change in perception through the workshop\, participants will have a better understanding of why native people see\, think\, feel\, and behave as they do. As a result\, service providers will be better prepared to effectively communicate and empower the native people in their community and strengthen their connections. \n  \n$70/seat\, space is limited so register today! \n  \nTo Register: \nhttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/fire-across-the-land-tickets-43331173707?aff=es2 \n  \nFor more Information: \nEmail: jademarsden1@gmail.com\nBlog: fireacrosstheland.blogspot.ca \n  URL:https://phabc.org/event/fire-across-land-strengthening-community-connections/ LOCATION:Moberly Arts & Cultural Centre\, 7646 Prince Albert St\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, V5X 3Z4\, Canada CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180430 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180503 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180130T203722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180130T203722Z UID:4433-1525046400-1525305599@phabc.org SUMMARY:Diabetes Educator Course - Vancouver DESCRIPTION:Kinghooper\nDiabetes Education Inc\nDiabetes Educator Course\n  \nThis comprehensive three-day course is for health professionals who face diabetes in their practice. Through interactive presentations and case-study discussions with a variety of experts\, we cover the newest approaches to diabetes management. Our goal is to update your understanding of the complexities of diabetes care\, and have you learn effective approaches to educate those affected by diabetes. \nThis course is eligible for credit toward your Canadian Diabetes Educator Certification Maintenance Credit Portfolio \n  \nFor more information or updates\, contact info@kinghooper.com. \n  \nDate: April 30 – May 2\, 2018\nLocation: Vancouver\, BC\nVenue: Best Western Plus Chateau Granville\, Vancouver\, BC\nWebsite & Registration: http://kinghooper.com/program/diabetes-educator-course-vancouver-april-2018/ URL:https://phabc.org/event/diabetes-educator-course-vancouver/ LOCATION:Best Western Plus Chateau Granville Hotel & Suites & Conference Centre\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180427 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180428 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180423T210729Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180426T181205Z UID:4771-1524787200-1524873599@phabc.org SUMMARY:How to Prevent & Manage Chronic Stress Claims from Harassment\, Bullying and other Workplace Stressors DESCRIPTION:How to Prevent & Manage Chronic Stress Claims from Harassment\, Bullying and other Workplace Stressors\nHALE Health and Safety Solutions Ltd.\nApril 27\, 2018 \nVictoria\, BC \n  \n  \nWorkers who are exposed to chronic stress are at greater risk of mental injury and illness\, especially if the stress is related to workplace harassment or bullying. \nOrganizations that take action to prevent and manage chronic stress have more engaged workers with greater creativity and problem solving capacity. They have higher productivity\, higher customer satisfaction\, less absenteeism\, fewer injuries\, illnesses and lost time claims\, fewer workplace conflicts and less turnover. \nIf you are involved in managing workers\, claims\, or return to work\, this workshop will give you confidence in having a workable strategy and process for preventing chronic mental stress and managing claims that may arise in your organization. \n  \nYou will Learn\n\nHow chronic stress causes disability and risk\nHow entitlement for workers’ compensation benefits is determined\nHow to prevent identify and address root causes of workplace harassment and bullying\nHow to develop effective accommodation and return to work plans for a worker with mental illness\n\n  \n  \nInstructor: Elizabeth Rankin-Horvath\, B.A.Sc. (Hons)\, CRSP \nFounder and President\, Hale Health and Safety Solutions \n  \n  \nFrom toxic to terrific! Elizabeth specializes in helping employers create psychologically healthy and safe workplaces where workers at all levels can flourish. After 20+ years helping organizations improve their health and safety and claims management\, Elizabeth was chosen to be the CSA Group Project Manager for the creation of the National Standard of Canada on Psychological Health and Safety in the Workplace and has been honoured for her work in advancing workplace mental health. She now works with organizational leaders and their teams to identify and address the causes of excess stress and toxic work environments. \n  \nFor more information and to register visit \nwww.halehealthandsafety.com URL:https://phabc.org/event/4771/ LOCATION:British Columbia CATEGORIES:Workshop END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180425T143000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180425T160000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180403T193013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180403T193013Z UID:4672-1524666600-1524672000@phabc.org SUMMARY:Neil Squire Society Monthly Workshop - Disclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers DESCRIPTION:Working Together Workshop\nManaging Your Injury\, Illness\, or Disability:\nDisclosing Your Disability to Potential Employers\nWednesday\, April 25th\, 2018\n2:30pm – 4:00pm\n400-3999 Henning Drive\nBurnaby\, BC V5C 6P9 \n  \nClick Here to see the poster \n  \nDisclosing your disability is a subject many people struggle with when enapplying for employment. Working on how to comfortably disclose is very useful throughout your job search and practicing with people before disclosing to potential employers can make the process much easier. \n  \nAt this workshop\, we’ll talk about the many aspects of disclosing a disability: \n\nDifference between a visible and invisible disabilities\nWhat are your rights?\nWhy are people afraid of disclosing\nWhen should you disclose\nAvailable workplace accommodations\nHow to disclose\n\n  \nFor more information and to register please contact:\n604.473.9363\ngilbertsiu@neilsquire.ca / annm@neilsquire.ca \n  \nAlternative formats and workshop accommodations available upon request URL:https://phabc.org/event/neil-squire-society-monthly-workshop-disclosing-disability-potential-employers/ LOCATION:Neil Squire Society\, 400-3999 Henning Drive\, Burnaby\, BC\, V5C 6P9\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20180418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20180422 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20170529T230151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20170529T231101Z UID:3487-1524009600-1524355199@phabc.org SUMMARY:The 8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD) DESCRIPTION:  \nThe 8th International Research Conference on Adolescents and Adults with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (FASD):\n\n  \nReview\, Respond and Relate – Integrating Research\, Policy and Practice Around the World\nApril 18-21\, 2018\n  \nThe Hyatt Regency\, Vancouver\, BC\, Canada\n  \nAlthough there have been thousands of published articles in FASD in general\, there has been limited research specifically on adolescents and adults with FASD or on individuals across the lifespan. As those individuals diagnosed with FASD continue to age\, the “need to know” across a broad spectrum of areas is becoming critically important for identifying clinically relevant research questions and directions. \n  \nThis interactive 2018 conference will provide an opportunity to be at the forefront of addressing these issues. We will welcome a diverse group of professionals\, researchers\, students\, families and individuals with FASD. \n  \nWe have a Call for Abstracts available: http://interprofessional.ubc.ca/initiatives/adults2018/abstracts/ \n  \nFor more information\, please visit the website at http://interprofessional.ubc.ca/initiatives/adults2018/. \n  \nEmail marketing.ipce@ubc.ca to get on an enquiry list for updates. URL:https://phabc.org/event/the-8th-international-research-conference-on-adolescents-and-adults-with-fetal-alcohol-spectrum-disorder-fasd/ LOCATION:Hyatt Regency Vancouver\, 655 Burrard Street\, Vancouver\, British Columbia\, Canada END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180319T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20180319T163000 DTSTAMP:20260526T154321 CREATED:20180310T020849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20180310T020849Z UID:4617-1521446400-1521477000@phabc.org SUMMARY:Ontario Health Literacy Symposium DESCRIPTION:Ontario Health Literacy Symposium\nMacdonald Bloc Complex \n900 Bay Street \nOntario Room\, 2nd floor \nToronto\, ON M7A 1E9 \nWebcast of Symposium available online for non-Ontario residents\, click here for more information \n  \nJoin us for a day of learning and networking on health literacy in Ontario\n  \nPlease note that the doors will open at 8:00 am and the speakers will begin at 9:00 am. \nThe day’s sessions will include: \n\nDr. Irv Rootman  via video conference\nA panel on the current state of health literacy in Ontario and Canada\, moderated by Dr. Linda Shohet\, former Founder and Director of the Centre for Literacy\, Quebec\n\n\nA keynote session by Dr. Lorie Donelle\, Associate Professor\, Arthur Labatt Family School of Nursing/School of Health Studies\, University of Western Ontario\n\n\nRemarks from Julie Drury\, Chair\, Minister’s Patient and Family Advisory Council\nNetworking\nBreakout sessions on innovative practices in Ontario\, evaluating health literacy initiatives\, learning from patient experiences\, developing online tools and apps\, and more\n\n  \nClick here to register and for more information URL:https://phabc.org/event/ontario-health-literacy-symposium/ LOCATION:Macdonald Block Complex\, 900 Bay Street\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M7A 1E9\, Canada END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR