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Conference 2023: Early bird registration and call for abstracts

Posted on September 30, 2023

#PHABCCon23: Early Bird Registration

Join us in celebrating our 70th anniversary by attending this year’s conference, “Public Health and Equity in the Digital Age.”

As digital advancements shape the way health information is accessed, shared, and utilized, understanding the implications for equitable health outcomes becomes paramount.

Addressing misinformation concerns, ensuring digital access for all, leveraging AI for precision health, and enhancing quality of life through assistive technologies are crucial discussions in the pursuit of inclusive and effective public health strategies.

This conference provides a timely platform to dissect these intricacies and equip practitioners with the insights needed to navigate the evolving landscape of health in the digital age.

The conference plenary sessions will focus on four inter-related themes:

  1. AI, Misinformation and Disinformation
  2. Digital Equity and Access
  3. Innovation in Public Health Technology and AI
  4. Assistive Devices and Healthy Aging

Register now for early bird rates before it ends on October 6th!

 

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Conference Details

Dates: November 21st and 22nd
Venue: Sutton Place Hotel
Address: 845 Burrard Street, Vancouver

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Call for Abstracts: Now Open

Interested in presenting at the conference? Individuals and groups are invited to submit abstracts for one or more of the following presentation format(s):

  • Oral presentation (15-20 minutes)
  • Poster presentations (in-person “walk about” during poster session & on display both days)
  • Workshop (1.5 hours)

Based on the restricted opportunities for oral presentations, we strongly encourage applicants to consider structuring their proposals, particularly if they are practice-based research, around a poster presentation.

The poster session will be held at the end of the first day on the conference on November 21st and will be designed as a ‘walk-about’ in order to structure maximum interaction with the presenters and their work.

The call for abstracts will close on October 13th.

 

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Become a Sponsor

Our conference is only possible thanks to the continued efforts of numerous volunteers and the support of various partners and sponsors.

As a sponsor for this event, your organization can contribute to a digitally equitable and constructive future.

If you are interested in sponsoring the PHABC conference, or if you would like more information about the details of our request, contact us at conference@phabc.org.

 

Volunteer at the Conference

Calling volunteers for our 2023 conference and gala dinner! Volunteers work a total of eight hours in exchange for free conference registration.

There are limited spots available on a first-come, first-serve basis.

If you’re interested in volunteering, please reach out to us at conference@phabc.org.

 

PHABC Awards

Do you know someone or an organization in the public health community whose hard work and dedication deserves recognition? Nominate them for a PHABC award!

We accept nominations year-round for outstanding individuals and organizations. This year’s deadline for the 2023 awards is October 28th, 2023.

Any nominations submitted after the deadline will be considered for the 2024 PHABC Awards.

PHABC Awards

Nomination Form

 

PHABC and POVC value and advocate for 2SLGBQTIA+ rights

Posted on September 27, 2023

The Public Health Association of BC (PHABC) and Prevention of Violence Canada (POVC) recognize that people who identify as 2SLGBQTIA+ continue to face barriers to accessing equitable, safe, and reliable resources to health care and education.

Contrary to the anti-SOGI (sexual orientation and gender identity) protestors’ rhetoric, youth who experience inequitable access to these fundamental rights suffer mentally, emotionally, physically and spiritually.

All children have the right to safe spaces, inclusive education, and an impenetrable sense of belonging. These foundational rights lay the groundwork for healthy adults of all genders who can meaningfully contribute to our communities.

PHABC and POVC actively reject all policies of discrimination, harm and hate. PHABC and POVC continue to advocate, support and advance 2SLGBQTIA+ rights within systemic, structural and political platforms.

PHABC is a provincial organization dedicated to advancing valuable public health policies, projects, and programs, both nationally and internationally. POVC is a national organization committed to progressing peace and justice, and condemning all forms of violence. Both PHABC and POVC echo Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s sentiments: 2SLGBQTIA+ identities are valid and valued.

PHABC and POVC stands against all forms of hate speech, misinformation and disinformation.

 

Shannon Turner
Executive Director
Public Health Association of BC
Co-chair
Prevention of Violence Canada

 

Sarah Burke
Co-chair
Prevention of Violence Canada

 

Irvin Waller
National Advisor, Past Co-chair
Prevention of Violence Canada

PHSI23 Final program and information package released

Posted on June 20, 2023

Public Health Summer Institute 2023: Draft Program Released

PHABC’s Public Health Summer Institute is starting in TWO days! Register now to attend the intensive two day series on June 22 and 23.

Day one of the Summer Institute will discuss the challenges and ethical considerations associated with AI, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and equity in addressing them.

Day two will emphasize how healthy aging is a central public health concern for society as a whole and specific populations that suffer from health inequities. The imperative derives, in part, from the usual worries about aging demographics and pressure on health and social care systems that will inevitably threaten their sustainability.

Download the updated final program now to review the schedule, speakers, presentations, and discussion topics.

 

#PHSI23 FINAL Program

 

Information Package and Connection Instructions

All registrants will have already received an information package that includes details on the Summer Institute, think pieces, program, session descriptions, speaker biographies and Scientific Program Committee as well as connection instructions for the two day event.

If you have already registered and have yet to receive either, please check your spam filter then reach out to us at conference@phabc.org to have them resent.

 

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#PHSI23 Featured Speakers

We are pleased to share our Summer Institute’s growing line of speakers who have a range of expertise in public health, artificial intelligence and healthy aging. Some of our notable speakers include:

  • Dr. Albert Tozzi is a distinguished Pediatrician and Epidemiologist renowned for his innovative work in pediatrics and expertise in artificial intelligence within healthcare. He has successfully managed numerous research projects funded by both national and international organizations.
  • Dr. Jude Kong a Professor in the Mathematics and Statistics Department at York University, is a renowned expert in artificial intelligence (AI) and its application in public health. As the founding Director of the Africa-Canada Artificial Intelligence and Data Innovation Consortium (ACADIC), he spearheads ground-breaking research in AI and data science.
  • Dr. Lorie Donelle is the Emily Myrtle Smith Endowed Professor of Nursing within the College of Nursing at the University of South Carolina (USC) and the Co-director of the ACORN Research Centre at USC. She is also adjunct faculty and Professor Emerita at Western University in the in Ontario, Canada.

 

#PHSI23 Speakers

 

About PHABC’s Summer Institute

Over the last thirteen years, the summer institute has provided excellent opportunities for continuing education and professional development for the public health workforce.

The event provides a unique evidence-based program where participants can actively learn, evaluate and test the principles of the curriculum through keynote presentations, best practice examples and case studies, team building exercises, and hands-on activities.

The Institute will bring together professionals who work directly or indirectly with public health issues across numerous social service sectors and help to foster innovative solutions to the identified issues. Join us online for the two day event for only $50+GST!

 

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Updated #PHSI23 draft program, and more featured speakers! 🎉

Posted on June 15, 2023

 

Public Health Summer Institute 2023: Draft Program Released

PHABC’s Public Health Summer Institute is fast approaching! Register now to attend the intensive two-day series on June 22 and 23.

Day one of the Summer Institute will discuss the challenges and ethical considerations associated with AI, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and equity in addressing them.

Day two will emphasize how healthy aging is a central public health concern for society as a whole and specific populations that suffer from health inequities. The imperative derives, in part, from the usual worries about aging demographics and pressure on health and social care systems that will inevitably threaten their sustainability.

Download the updated draft program now to review the schedule, speakers, presentations, and discussion topics.

#PHSI23 Draft Program

 

#PHSI23 Featured Speakers

We are pleased to share our Summer Institute’s growing line of speakers who have a range of expertise in public health, artificial intelligence and healthy aging. Some of our notable speakers include:

Tina Purnat worked in developing and formulating WHO infodemic response and infodemic management strategies, for which she received the WHO Pathfinder and Innovation Award 2021.

Dr. Noah Crampton is now CEO of Mutuo Health Solutions, whose mission is to empower clinicians in how and which data powers the assistive AI algorithms of the future in healthcare.

Rosaline Glynn is passionate about senior advocacy! She is currently the Chair of the Hardy Bay Seniors, which has a membership of over 250 seniors. She has been a dedicated and active volunteer for over 50 years.

#PHSI23 Speakers

 

About PHABC’s Summer Institute

Over the last thirteen years, the summer institute has provided excellent opportunities for continuing education and professional development for the public health workforce.

The event provides a unique evidence-based program where participants can actively learn, evaluate and test the principles of the curriculum through keynote presentations, best practice examples and case studies, team building exercises, and hands-on activities.

The Institute will bring together professionals who work directly or indirectly with public health issues across numerous social service sectors and help to foster innovative solutions to the identified issues. Join us online for the two day event for only $50+GST!

Register Now

#PHSI23 Draft program released 📢📅

Posted on June 9, 2023

Public Health Summer Institute 2023: Draft Program Released

Artificial intelligence (AI) is a rapidly advancing field with the power to revolutionize various sectors, including healthcare and public health. Day one of the Summer Institute will discuss the challenges and ethical considerations associated with AI, emphasizing the importance of inclusivity and equity in addressing them.

Day two will emphasize how healthy aging is a central public health concern for society as a whole and specific populations that suffer from health inequities. The imperative derives, in part, from the usual worries about aging demographics and pressure on health and social care systems that will inevitably threaten their sustainability.

Download the draft program now to review the schedule, speakers, presentations, and discussion topics.

#PHSI23 Draft Program

 

#PHSI23 Featured Speakers

We are pleased to share our Summer Institute’s growing line of speakers who have a range of expertise in public health, artificial intelligence and healthy aging. Some of our notable speakers include:

Dr. Gloria Gutman, whose research interests include seniors’ housing, long-term care, health promotion, gerontechnology, prevention of elder abuse, advance care planning, and seniors and disasters.

Ihoghosa (Muyi) Iyamu has multiple peer-reviewed publications exploring the role of digital technologies in public health and evaluating their impact on various health services and populations.

Dr. Stephen Katz is the author of books Disciplining Old Age (1996), Cultural Aging (2005) and Ageing in Everyday Life (ed., 2018), as well as numerous publications on critical gerontology, aging bodies, health technologies, memory culture, cognitive impairment and quantified aging.

#PHSI23 Speakers

 

About PHABC’s Summer Institute

Over the last thirteen years, the summer institute has provided excellent opportunities for continuing education and professional development for the public health workforce.

The event provides a unique evidence-based program where participants can actively learn, evaluate and test the principles of the curriculum through keynote presentations, best practice examples and case studies, team building exercises, and hands-on activities.

The Institute will bring together professionals who work directly or indirectly with public health issues across numerous social service sectors and help to foster innovative solutions to the identified issues. Join us online for the two day event for only $50+GST!

Register Now