Network Events

Preemie Health Talks: October 26th - 30th

The Canadian Premature Babies Foundation (CPBF) is hosting an international live series in recognition of World Prematurity Day. Preemie Health Talks will take place from October 26th to 30th at 12pm (EST). These FREE educational sessions for health care professionals and parents of premature babies are presented in collaboration with the International Family Integrated Care Committee and the Canadian Association of Neonatal Nurses (CANN).

The Preemie Health Talks will cover a variety of topics focusing on the premature lungs, RSV, COVID-19, virtual neonatal follow-up and parental presence in the NICU during the pandemic and beyond.

For more information and to sign up, visit the CPBF website.

#ChildHealthCan2020 Registration is NOW OPEN!

2020 will mark a special edition of the Children’s Healthcare Canada flagship annual conference. “Building Bridges: On the road to healthcare equity” will leverage digital technology to bring you face to face with thought leaders and influencers in children’s health. Timed to coincide with National Child Day, the Children’s Healthcare Canada conference will take place the week of November 16 - 20. Along with co-hosts, Moms and Kids Health Saskatchewan, Saskatchewan Health Authority, they have planned a program jam-packed with innovative content from across Canada. 

Don't miss keynotes and plenary presentations from leaders like:

  • Dr. Bonnie Henry 
    Provincial Health Officer, British Columbia Ministry of Health

  • Dr. Jane Philpott 
    Dean, Faculty of Health Sciences; Director, School of Medicine, Queen's University

  • Dr. Radha Jetty

    Pediatrician, CHEO; Chair of the First Nations, Inuit and Métis Health Committee, Canadian Paediatric Society

  • Jodeme Goldhar 

    Executive Lead, Strategy and Innovation, The Change Foundation

  • Dr. Ronald Cohn
    President & CEO, The Hospital for Sick Children

  • Dr. Sacha Bhatia
    Director of the Institute for Health System Solutions and Virtual Care (WIHV), Women's College Hospital

  • ...and more!

To see the full Preliminary Program and to register for #ChildHealthCan2020, visit the Children’s Healthcare Canada website.

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Food Allergy Canada: Interactive youth webinar on treating allergic reactions

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Food Allergy Canada will be hosting an interactive webinar aimed at youth and young adults on Wednesday, August 19 at 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. EDT.

Webinar details:

Kyle Dine and Dr. Julia Upton

Who is presenting: Dr. Julia Upton, Canadian allergist, and a panel of four youth with food allergy who are currently attending high school or post-secondary school. Kyle Dine, food allergy educator and leader of Food Allergy Canada’s youth programs, will be moderating.

This will be an interactive webinar where the majority of the time will be spent answering participants’ questions.

What you'll learn: What happens to your body during an allergic reaction, the signs and symptoms of anaphylaxis, and the emergency treatment. You’ll also hear how the youth panel managed their allergic reactions and overcame barriers in using epinephrine auto-injectors.

When is the webinar: Wednesday, August 19 from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. EDT

Who should attend: This is a must-attend session for youth with food allergy. Parents, caregivers, and others who are interested in this topic are also welcome to attend.

Please register for the webinar here.