Calendar of Events

A presentation followed by a brief meeting will be held at CRNM Boardroom (890 Pembina Hwy), 1800-2000. Attendance and membership is open to all Clinical Nurse Specialists and Registered Nurses interested in or obtaining education for the Clinical Nurse Specialist Role. Please contact Karen Schnell-Hoehn at kschnellhoehn@sbgh.mb.ca or Lorraine Avery at LAVERY@sbgh.mb.ca for more info.

1000 - 1230 - Boundary Trails Health Centre Multipurpose Room - Speaker: Dr. Ingrid Toews. For more info visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8097

1330 - 1600 - Boundary Trails Health Centre Multipurpose Room - Speaker: Dr. Isabella La Fontaine. For more info visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8097

All sessions at Riverview Health Centre Classroom AB Education Services. 1615 – 1800 hours. Presenter: Jason Hillier, Helen Zielinski. Contact Jason Hillier: 478-6127 or jhillier@rhc.mb.ca or Helen Zielinski: 478-6187 or hzielinski@rhc.mb.ca for more info. Available by MBTelehealth: Please contact Beverly Wood at 478-6204 or bwood3@rhc.mb.ca.

0900 - 1500 - Boundary Trails Health Centre Multipurpose Room; Churchill Hospital Telehealth Room; Dauphin General Hospital Boardroom; and Swan Valley Health Centre Conference Room B. For more info visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8097

0900 - 1500 - Frederic Gaspard Theatre (formerly Theatre A), Basic Medical Sciences Building, 745 Bannatyne Ave, Winnipeg. For more info visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8098

The CME Winter Weekend program is designed to provide a wide range of timely and challenging topics relevant to physicians working in outpatient and inpatient settings. The main program objectives are to enhance clinical competence and improve patient care. This program will feature a combination of lectures, case studies and hands-on activities as well as provide participants the opportunity to select from two concurrent sessions in each time block. During the course of the CME Winter Weekend, participants will have the opportunity to: Acquire or solidify “hands-on” skills that they can incorporate into their practice, Acquire and review clinical knowledge relevant to full service family medicine practice, meet and network with colleagues. This program will be of interest to: Family physicians, nurse-practitioners, nurses and other allied health professionals working in urban or rural settings. Frederic Gaspard Theatre (formerly Theatre A), Basic Medical Sciences Building, 745 Bannatyne Ave, Winnipeg, MB.  Call (204) 789-3660 for more info or visit www.umanitoba.ca/cme

1730 - 1930 - Hamiota District Hospital Boardroom; Burntwood Community Health Resource Centre Meeting Room; Churchill Hospital Telehealth Room; Flin Flon General Hospital Classroom; and The Pas Health Complex Boardroom. Speaker: Dr. James Tan. For more info visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8097

1300-1430 hrs: CRNM Boardroom, 890 Pembina Hwy (in-person or via teleconference). 1130-1230 hrs: MBTelehealth Lunch N Learn. CRNM recognizes the importance of quality practice environments in which registered nurses work to deliver expert health care services to Manitobans. In order to assist registered nurses in working together with stakeholders to advocate for, and achieve quality practice environments, CRNM is implementing the Quality Practice Environment Initiative (QPEI). This session will focus on leadership, the first of five guidelines for nurses and their employers to use in creating quality practice environments in their workplace. We will look at the accompanying indicators and strategies within the leadership guideline which can serve as a foundation on which to build a plan to implement change. Presented by Tammy Murdoch RN BN MN, Consultant, Nursing Practice. There is no cost to register for and participate in these sessions. Registration is on a first come, first served basis as spaces are limited for in-person, teleconference and MBTeleHealth. Please register at least one week in advance by contacting Melva Nordquist, Administrative Coordinator for Nursing Practice by email at mnordquist@crnm.mb.ca or call toll free in Manitoba (800) 665-2027 ext 235 or in Winnipeg 774-3477 ext. 235. If you live outside of Winnipeg you can join us via teleconference during the 1300-1430 sessions. Materials will be emailed to you a few days prior to each session.

1000 - 1200 - Bethesda Place Summit Room - Speaker: Dr. Dedesha Holowenko. For more info visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8097

Edmonton, AB - Evidence-based practice involves applying evidence to clinical and policy decision making. Critical appraisal provides the tools to assess the quality of evidence in the medical literature and to determine the risks and benefits of different management strategies. Through this transdisciplinary workshop participants will work through relevant examples in order to develop skills in searching for and identifying appropriate evidence, critically appraising the evidence, and applying the evidence to their area of expertise. Participants attending this workshop will engage in small group and plenary sessions. Register for $450 - $550 by February 2010. For more info visit www.pep.ualberta.ca or contact Christine Tyrrell at pep@med.ualberta.ca

1200 - 1300 - Videoconference from John Buhler Research Centre, U of M to any MBTelehealth enabled site and on site at U of M, Bannatyne Campus, 775 John Buhler Research Centre. Speakers: Dr. Leif Sigurdson & Dr. Tamara Buchel. For more info visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8097

Pedway Café - HSC 730 William Ave, 1700 - 2015 - $40.00 non members $15 for MbRHP members. Register by February 1 to reception at 774—5501 (0) or reception@mb.lung.ca

Victoria Inn, 1808 Wellington Ave, 0800 - 1530 - Seminar objectives: To become familiar with children’s and teen’s grief related to all forms of loss; To become familiar with the impact of grief in a school setting; To provide strategies for responding to children’s and teen’s grief within the school, community and home setting; To provide guidelines for developing peer support groups of grieving children and teens; To develop an understanding of the impact of culture and family dynamics on grief; and To expand awareness of resources in the community to support children and teens dealing with loss. Register by Feb 1. For more info visit www.manitobahospice.ca or email info@manitobahospice.mb.ca

All sessions at Riverview Health Centre Classroom AB Education Services. 1615 – 1800 hours. Presenter: Jason Hillier, Helen Zielinski. Contact Jason Hillier: 478-6127 or jhillier@rhc.mb.ca or Helen Zielinski: 478-6187 or hzielinski@rhc.mb.ca for more info. Available by MBTelehealth: Please contact Beverly Wood at 478-6204 or bwood3@rhc.mb.ca.

Crowne Plaza Hotel, Ottawa, Ontario - Be part of an exciting pan-Canadian knowledge exchange event that will provide participants with the opportunity to: increase their understanding of the link between quality worklife and quality care; learn from worklife Champions and become inspired by success stories and innovations; connect with colleagues to share experiences, practical strategies, and resources that have improved the quality of worklife in service delivery organizations; strengthen their networks to move the worklife agenda forward; and attend post-Summit workshops. For more info, contact Sally Clelford at 613-288-9239 ext. 101, toll-free at 866-306-5714 or via email at sally@f2fe.com. More info is also available at www.qwqhc.ca

Toronto, ON - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

Canad Inns – Polo Park, 1900 - 2100 - Join presenter Dr. Carol Greenwood, Professor of Nutritional Sciences, University of Toronto, for an inspiring presentation on the different ways food can affect your brain health. Seating is limited so register today at www.alzheimer.mb.ca or call 943-6622 for more info. This talk could change the way you shop for groceries!

Deer Lodge Centre, Life and Learning Centre, 1700-1900 - The MGNA will be hosting a Wine and Cheese for its Annual General Meeting. Following the AGM, Lori Lamont, CNO of the WRHA, will be the guest speaker for the evening. Free to members. $10.00 fee for non-members. Cash and cheque only. RSVP Chrisitne Johnson at 787-4221.

Frederic Gaspard Theatre, 727 McDermot Avenue, University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus, 1900 - 2115 - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to attend Medical School? The University of Manitoba invites you to find out by attending the third annual Mini Medical School. Join us for a series of introductory Medical School lectures by dynamic faculty who will demystify important health issues. To register or for more info visit http://umanitoba.ca/medicine/minimed/   

Visit www.crnm.mb.ca/aboutus-boardofdirectors.php for more info.

All sessions at Riverview Health Centre Classroom AB Education Services. 1615 – 1800 hours. Presenter: Jason Hillier, Helen Zielinski. Contact Jason Hillier: 478-6127 or jhillier@rhc.mb.ca or Helen Zielinski: 478-6187 or hzielinski@rhc.mb.ca for more info. Available by MBTelehealth: Please contact Beverly Wood at 478-6204 or bwood3@rhc.mb.ca.

Being out of balance can lead to unproductive patterns in both our work and personal environments. Left unaddressed, people will eventually become ineffective in their roles. It is important to periodically assess the demands of life, decide on priorities and foster habits that allow balance to be regained and maintained. This workshop helps identify patterns that may cause imbalance and offers practical approaches, exercises and tips for living well. Coping skills are taught and a personal care plan is developed for assisting people in effectively navigating the demands and pressures they face. Register for $145 by Feb 19 or $175 after Feb 19. Visit www.achievecentre.com/winterspring10/manitoba.html for more info.

Toronto, ON - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

Isobel Stewart Bldg 700 McDermot St Room NA105, 0800 - This is a workshop to provide participants with information, knowledge and skills to promote effective problem solving, collegial relationships and enhance critical thinking. While the primary focus of this workshop is for CRN's and Charge Nurses working at HSC, staff from other agencies are welcome to participate. Registration is free for HSC employees and $100 for non-HSC employees. Register by March 1 to Cherie Pinkerton at Cpinkerton@hsc.mb.ca or phone 787-5090.

CRNM Boardroom (890 Pembina Hwy), 1715 - 1930. Dinner $10. Contact April Frego at afrego@sogh.mb.ca for more info.

CRNM (890 Pembina Hwy). 1800-2000 hours. RSVP required as dinner is included. RSVP to Tannia Agnot-Johnston at catjo@mts.net

Frederic Gaspard Theatre, 727 McDermot Avenue, University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus, 1900 - 2115 - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to attend Medical School? The University of Manitoba invites you to find out by attending the third annual Mini Medical School. Join us for a series of introductory Medical School lectures by dynamic faculty who will demystify important health issues. To register or for more info visit http://umanitoba.ca/medicine/minimed/

1300-1430 hrs: CRNM Boardroom, 890 Pembina Hwy (in-person or via teleconference). 1130-1230 hrs: MBTelehealth Lunch N Learn. Safer Healthcare Now is the largest healthcare improvement effort in Canadian history. It provides evidence based support for front line nurses to improve patient safety. This session will describe tangible actions that nurses can take to promote patient safety in their work place. It will also outline resources and tools that nurses can access from the Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety to enhance their practice. Presented by Laurie A. Thompson RN MN, Executive Director of the Manitoba Institute for Patient Safety and Tanis Rollefstad RN BN, Safety and Improvement Advisor for the Western Node of the Safer Healthcare Now! Campaign. There is no cost to register for and participate in these sessions. Registration is on a first come, first served basis as spaces are limited for in-person, teleconference and MBTeleHealth. Please register at least one week in advance by contacting Melva Nordquist, Administrative Coordinator for Nursing Practice by email at mnordquist@crnm.mb.ca or call toll free in Manitoba (800) 665-2027 ext 235 or in Winnipeg 774-3477 ext. 235. If you live outside of Winnipeg you can join us via teleconference during the 1300-1430 sessions. Materials will be emailed to you a few days prior to each session.

Renaissance Baltimore Harborplace Hotel - Baltimore, Maryland - This year's theme is Meaningful Use of Technology to Ensure Quality and Safety: Fostering Academic/Practice Partnerships. Call for Abstracts deadline Nov 30, 2009. For more info visit http://nursing.rutgers.edu/cpd

Niagara Falls, ON - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

Frederic Gaspard Theatre, 727 McDermot Avenue, University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus, 1900 - 2115 - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to attend Medical School? The University of Manitoba invites you to find out by attending the third annual Mini Medical School. Join us for a series of introductory Medical School lectures by dynamic faculty who will demystify important health issues. To register or for more info visit http://umanitoba.ca/medicine/minimed/

Vancouver, BC - Conference theme: “Beyond Band-Aid Solutions: Partners in Health and Wellness." Covering all aspects of health promotion, the conference will address three broad areas: Policy, Practice and Partnerships. The 2010 Conference will include plenary presentations, panel discussions and short concurrent sessions. There will also be poster presentations to provide opportunities for sharing clinical knowledge, experience and research with interested peers. Call for abstracts deadline Oct 1. Submit your abstract to info@bcnpa.org with "abstract" in the subject line. For more info visit www.bcnpa.org

All sessions at Riverview Health Centre Classroom AB Education Services. 1615 – 1800 hours. Presenter: Jason Hillier, Helen Zielinski. Contact Jason Hillier: 478-6127 or jhillier@rhc.mb.ca or Helen Zielinski: 478-6187 or hzielinski@rhc.mb.ca for more info. Available by MBTelehealth: Please contact Beverly Wood at 478-6204 or bwood3@rhc.mb.ca.

Frederic Gaspard Theatre, 727 McDermot Avenue, University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus, 1900 - 2115 - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to attend Medical School? The University of Manitoba invites you to find out by attending the third annual Mini Medical School. Join us for a series of introductory Medical School lectures by dynamic faculty who will demystify important health issues. To register or for more info visit http://umanitoba.ca/medicine/minimed/ 

All sessions at Riverview Health Centre Classroom AB Education Services. 1615 – 1800 hours. Presenter: Jason Hillier, Helen Zielinski. Contact Jason Hillier: 478-6127 or jhillier@rhc.mb.ca or Helen Zielinski: 478-6187 or hzielinski@rhc.mb.ca for more info. Available by MBTelehealth: Please contact Beverly Wood at 478-6204 or bwood3@rhc.mb.ca.

Sandy Lake, ON - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

A presentation followed by a brief meeting will be held at CRNM Boardroom (890 Pembina Hwy), 1800-2000. Attendance and membership is open to all Clinical Nurse Specialists and Registered Nurses interested in or obtaining education for the Clinical Nurse Specialist Role. Please contact Karen Schnell-Hoehn at kschnellhoehn@sbgh.mb.ca or Lorraine Avery at LAVERY@sbgh.mb.ca for more info.

The Hyatt Regency, Vancouver BC - This conference will bring together a diverse group of professionals and families to share research, experience and practice in order to sustain and enhance the lives of adolescents and adults with FASD, their families, service providers, and communities. Participants can expect to: Continue to expand their understanding of FASD as it presents in adolescence and adulthood and its potential implications and applications; Learn about current findings about adults and adolescents with FASD from scientific, clinical, and community researchers; Learn about innovative programs, projects, and practices that are making a difference; Hear from individuals most directly affected; and Network, interact and engage in discussion with others in the field. For more info visit www.interprofessional.ubc.ca/  

Victoria Inn, Brandon MB - A conference for health professionals, and community members working to address nicotine dependence and tobacco related diseases. Featuring Keynote Speakers Dr. Charl Els, Addiction Psychiatrist, Edmonton and Dr. Andrew Pipe, Medical Director of the University of Ottawa Heart Institute. For more info visit http://www.brandonrha.mb.ca/en/news/Resources_and_Education.html 

Frederic Gaspard Theatre, 727 McDermot Avenue, University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus, 1900 - 2115 - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to attend Medical School? The University of Manitoba invites you to find out by attending the third annual Mini Medical School. Join us for a series of introductory Medical School lectures by dynamic faculty who will demystify important health issues. To register or for more info visit http://umanitoba.ca/medicine/minimed/

Victoria Inn, 1808 Wellington Ave - This is an intensive course involving extensive hands-on work. The basic strokes and their application to each body part are taught. The theory covers anatomy and physiology of the lymph vessel system, connective tissue, effects of MLD and contraindications. Lymphedemas are described with an emphasis on how Manual Lymph Drainage can affect them. This course must be taken before participants advance to Therapy 1 Class. Deadline to register February 26.  To register, visit www.mtam.mb.ca/documents/JanRegistrationForm.pdf

St. Boniface Hospital Research Centre, 351 Tache Avenue - This one-day workshop is intended for nurses and allied health professionals, with an interest in vascular disease and complications. The workshop will provide an update on recent advances for the care and management of the vascular patient. At the conclusion of the workshop, the participant will be able to describe current management options for patients with vascular disease, quality issues in the care of patients with vascular disease, knowledge and skills for performing ankle brachial index, management of wound care and an overview of ultrasound in vascular diagnosis. Registration is $100.00 for nurses and $50.00 for students. Deadline April 2. For more info, visit http://cms.tng-secure.com/file_download.php?fFile_id=8266

Frederic Gaspard Theatre, 727 McDermot Avenue, University of Manitoba Bannatyne Campus, 1900 - 2115 - Have you ever wondered what it would be like to attend Medical School? The University of Manitoba invites you to find out by attending the third annual Mini Medical School. Join us for a series of introductory Medical School lectures by dynamic faculty who will demystify important health issues. To register or for more info visit http://umanitoba.ca/medicine/minimed/

1300-1430 hrs: CRNM Boardroom, 890 Pembina Hwy (in-person or via teleconference). 1130-1230 hrs: MBTelehealth Lunch N Learn. This session will focus on collaborative practice and communication, the second of five guidelines in the College’s Quality Practice Environment Initiative. We will look at the accompanying indicators and strategies within this guideline which can serve as a foundation for nurses and their employers on which to build a plan to implement change. Presented by Tammy Murdoch RN BN MN, Consultant, Nursing Practice. There is no cost to register for and participate in these sessions. Registration is on a first come, first served basis as spaces are limited for in-person, teleconference and MBTeleHealth. Please register at least one week in advance by contacting Melva Nordquist, Administrative Coordinator for Nursing Practice by email at mnordquist@crnm.mb.ca or call toll free in Manitoba (800) 665-2027 ext 235 or in Winnipeg 774-3477 ext. 235. If you live outside of Winnipeg you can join us via teleconference during the 1300-1430 sessions. Materials will be emailed to you a few days prior to each session.

Fort Garry Hotel, Crystal Ballroom - This conference is intended for all those who practice or are interested in the discipline of Travel Medicine and Infectious Diseases; in particular travel medicine health care practitioners, medical practitioners, nurses, pharmacists, and students who practice travel medicine within fields of primary care, occupational medicine, Infectious Diseases and Tropical Medicine, emergency medicine as well as public health medicine. Register by Apr 1 for $160 - $210, or $185 - $265 after Apr 1.  Click here for more info.

Saskatoon, SK - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

Victoria Inn, 1808 Wellington Ave - The practical sessions of this course include special techniques for the joints, the head (including intra-oral) and abdomen. They introduce the student to therapeutic applications. A review of all Basic techniques and sequences is given. In the theory sessions, advanced theory and current research is discussed as well as a review of Basic theory. An oral, written and practical exam is given to test the student's competence in Basic techniques and theory. Deadline to register February 26. To register, visit www.mtam.mb.ca/documents/JanRegistrationForm.pdf

The Hitch n’ Post - FRNM is co-hosting a fun filled event with CASN. Evening will include a fun casino, music by the Four Kile band, line dance instruction, auctions and a fabulous meal (choice of entre - standing rib, chicken or vegetarian). Cost to register $50.00. Tickets are available from foundation@crnm.mb.ca, by calling 774-3477 ext. 400 or from the front desk at CRNM (890 Pembina). Purchase before Jan 30 and be entered in the early bird draw. All profits will go toward supporting nurses pursuing further education.

Caboto Centre, 0800-1600 - This Woman and Child Program Conference will feature guest speakers Michelle Todoruk-Orchard RN, Jennifer Hunt MD, Rhonda Fusee BScPharm, Noelie Lavergne RN, Erin Dean MD, Deb Fraser RN and David Zinger M.Ed.  Registration forms will be available in February 2010.  For more info contact Christine by phone at 235-3241 or by email at ctaylor3@sbgh.mb.ca

The Canadian Vascular Access Association (CVAA)Winnipeg chapter will be holding its annual conference entitled "Difficult Vascular Access: you can make a difference" at the Club Regent Casino Hotel. If you have patients with "no veins", are interested in vein preservation and need tips on successful insertions, this is the conference for you. For more info contact Lori Vertone 330-8596 or cvaawinnipeg2009@hotmail.com

Montreal, QC - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net This session delivered in French only.

Banff Centre, Banff AB - Deadline for abstract submission Jan 4, 2010. For more info visit http://www.uofaweb.ualberta.ca/nursing/ipnr.cfm

CRNM Boardroom (890 Pembina Hwy), 1715 - 1930. Dinner $10. Contact April Frego at afrego@sogh.mb.ca for more info.

Visit www.crnm.mb.ca/aboutus-boardofdirectors.php for more info.

Morden, MB. Visit www.crnm.mb.ca/events-agm.php for more info.

Banff Park Lodge, Banff AB - For more info, visit www.aohna.ab.ca

Vancouver, BC - The objectives for the 2010 conference are: To provide an educational forum to share ideas and practice techniques, and discuss problem scenarios and resolutions with peers; To provide tools to assist ICPs to elevate the standard of practice; To provide ICPs with enhanced knowledge to educate, lead, inspire, mentor, champion and collaborate within their healthcare setting; and To showcase CHICA-Canada as a pre-eminent source of Infection Prevention and Control expertise in Canada. For more info visit www.chica.org/conf_registration.html

Date to be determined. Calling all Misericordia General Hospital Nursing Graduates - Class of 1985. There is a 25th reunion planned in June 2010. Please call Geraldine Selkirk at 204-255-4604 or Henni Dyck at 204-663-7746 for details.

CRNM (890 Pembina Hwy). 1800-2000 hours. RSVP required as dinner is included. RSVP to Tannia Agnot-Johnston at catjo@mts.net

A presentation followed by a brief meeting will be held at CRNM Boardroom (890 Pembina Hwy), 1800-2000. Attendance and membership is open to all Clinical Nurse Specialists and Registered Nurses interested in or obtaining education for the Clinical Nurse Specialist Role. Please contact Karen Schnell-Hoehn at kschnellhoehn@sbgh.mb.ca or Lorraine Avery at LAVERY@sbgh.mb.ca for more info.

Belleville, ON - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

University of Ottawa - International experts will share their knowledge and experiences through lectures, symposia, workshops, papers and posters. Topics to be addressed will include knowledge to political action, patient care, professional education and organizational action. Visit http://www.health.uottawa.ca/sn/se/conf2010.htm for more info.

Building on the success of the first 3 conferences, the Community Health Nurses of Canada (CHNC) together with the Ontario Community Health Nurses Initiatives Group (CHNIG) are pleased to invite you to participate in the 4th National Community Health Nurses Conference in Toronto, Ontario. This conference brings together nurses interested in Community Health Nursing from practice, research, administration, policy and education to provide a forum to explore issues of mutual concern as well as exchange knowledge, share evidence and ideas and generate solutions. It's never been so important to incorporate knowledge to action, by engaging nurses with others in knowledge exchange, enabling evidence informed practice, and inspiring excellence. For more info visit www.chnc.ca

Sydney, NS - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

Vancouver, BC - Hear cutting-edge research in neuroscience, developmental science, and mental health presented in ways that doctors, nurses, social workers, educators, and all who work directly with children can understand, see the immediate relevance of, and use. For more info or to register, visit http://www.interprofessional.ubc.ca/bdl.html

CRNM (890 Pembina Hwy). 1800-2000 hours. RSVP required as dinner is included. RSVP to Tannia Agnot-Johnston at catjo@mts.net

Vancouver, BC - The Canadian Association of Wound Care (CAWC) is proud to launch the CAWC Institute of Wound Management and Prevention (CAWC Institute), a new educational initiative designed to provide healthcare professionals with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes required to improve wound management in facilities and institutions across Canada. The CAWC Institute provides healthcare professionals the opportunity to learn about wound management and prevention in an interconnected, interprofessional, and collaborative program that leads to better practice and improved health for patients. There are six levels of programming, including the International Interprofessional Wound Care Course (IIWCC), which CAWC is offering as part of its partnership with the Dalla Lana School of Public Health at the University of Toronto. A certificate of completion is provided with each level successfully completed. For more information and to register, please visit www.cawc.net

Victoria Inn Winnipeg, Manitoba. This Conference will explore: The broadening scope of palliative care practice; Integration of a palliative care approach throughout the health care system; The shifting demographics of the populations we serve; The increasing demands on specialty palliative care resources; New methods of symptom relief; Ongoing discussions related to challenging end-of-life issues and questions; The changing demographics of those of us providing palliative care. Keynote presenters include: Jose Pereira, M.D. and Mary Vachon, RN, PhD. For more information or to register contact Andrea Firth, Conference Coordinator at 1-204-889-8525, ext 225 or email afirth@manitobahospice.mb.ca or visit www.manitobahospice.ca

Deer Lodge Centre, Life and Learning Centre - Check back for more info.

Montreal, QC - Call for abstracts deadline March 12, 2010. Click here for more info or email abstracts2010@gmail.com

The Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites, Vancouver BC - The aim of the 2nd National Conference on Positive Aging is to bring together an interdisciplinary audience of health professionals and researchers to address some of the issues and challenges facing the aging population today. The aim is to hear about the most current research findings from leading experts, learn how research can be translated into practice, and discover useable resources to promote healthier, more positive living for Canada’s older adult population. The importance of purpose and meaning in the later life as well as lessons for health and longevity will be emphasized. The conference will provide informative lectures, discussions, workshops, poster sessions and ample networking opportunities. A highlight of this conference will be to hear from older adults themselves throughout the program. Visit www.interprofessional.ubc.ca for more info.

CRNM (890 Pembina Hwy). 1800-2000 hours. RSVP required as dinner is included. RSVP to Tannia Agnot-Johnston at catjo@mts.net