The UBCO Nav-CARE team in collaboration with United Way BC, are hosting an engaging conversation that explores two innovative community-based programs: Nav-CARE (a volunteer delivered initiative) and Community Connectors. The session will feature a discussion between leaders from both programs, offering insights into their unique approaches, shared goals, and opportunities to […]

For this Indigenous Education Series, Dr. Aldred will provide an overview of the topic of Indigenous women and the factors that help keep us well and the impacts of colonialism. She will weave her own story while sharing key findings and recommendations pertinent to the practice of medicine. Please note, this is not an accredited event. Free […]

Critical care units provide lifesaving care working within resource-intensive environments. With the need for single-use supplies, specialized equipment and medications, how can we support environmentally sustainable solutions in these settings without compromising the complex demands of patient care? Join Choosing Wisely Canada and the Canadian Medical Association for Climate Rounds on October 1 at 12 p.m. ET. Experts will discuss […]

Join us to explore the “Essential Elements of a Palliative Approach in Long-Term Care,” created by a collaborative group of experts in long-term care from all regional health authorities, the BC Ministry of Health, and leadership from affiliated care homes, and published by the BC Centre for Palliative Care in January 2025. This event is […]

Speaker: John Wong More details to come!

    Part of the Climate, Planetary Health & Palliative Care ECHO Series The Emergency Response in Home Health at Island Health is aimed to more efficiently identify clients most at risk and enhance staff safety during any emergency situation. This process has improved the program’s ability to monitor staff and client safety while also […]

                Innovation and Inspiration from Palliative Care Leaders Join us for Grand Rounds Register here Overall Program Learning Objectives Review innovative approaches for the implementation of palliative care in different settings. Assess strategies to address the most important challenges in palliative care today. Appraise the latest research in the […]

Advance care planning can be more complex with adults who have cognitive or communication differences. Understanding concepts of inclusion, competency and a model of shared decision making can be helpful for the clinician in supporting care planning and medical directives that align with the individuals wishes. This talk also explores strategies employed in pediatrics where […]

Email: conferences@uhn.ca Website: https://events.myconferencesuite.com/CCD2025 ABOUT THE CONFERENCE: The 12th Canadian Conference on Dementia brings together a group of national and international scholars to share clinically relevant, cutting-edge developments in dementia research.  This year's theme is across the dementia cognitive continuum: prevention, precision medicine, and practice implications. The keynotes, plenaries, parallel sessions, and workshops will focus on multiple aspects […]