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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20161027T121500
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DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
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SUMMARY:Telephone Town Hall: Lab Tests & Imaging Advocacy (Live Q&A with OCA President Dr. Ayla Azad and CEO Dr. Bob Haig)
DESCRIPTION:We believe it is important for our members to have opportunities to connect directly with OCA leadership. This telephone town hall provides an update on how our advocacy efforts are progressing while providing some clarity on the current governmental health care landscape and our current approach within that context. \nDr. Ayla Azad (OCA President) and Dr. Bob Haig (OCA CEO) updated members on our advocacy with the government on three main issues: a) reinstatement of hospital ordering rights\, and b) ordering authority for advanced imaging and c) ordering authority for laboratory tests. \nDrs. Azad and Haig gave a 20-minute presentation and then opened the floor for a live Q&A. \nThe telephone town hall was available toll-free to members across the province. \n\nListen to the Telephone Town Hall Recording\nYou must be logged in to view this content. Click here to login \n  \n 
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/telephone-town-hall-lab-tests-imaging-advocacy-live-qa-oca-president-dr-ayla-azad-ceo-dr-bob-haig/
CATEGORIES:Consultations
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20161019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20161019T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160719T135725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T172617Z
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SUMMARY:Business Practices 
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will make members aware of the expectations set out by the College of Chiropractors of Ontario regarding business practices\, including with respect to advertising\, disclosure of fees\, block fees and/or payment plans\, etc. \nSpeaker: Lad Kucis\, Gardiner Roberts LLP \n\nWatch the Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/business-practices/
CATEGORIES:Legal and Compliance
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20161005T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20161005T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160719T135230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T172904Z
UID:2384-1475668800-1475672400@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Spine Sparing Strategies 
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will review the evidence on the relationship between hip mobility and lumbar spine function. Dr. Shawn Thistle will demonstrate simple spine-sparing treatment and exercise techniques for your older patients. \nSpeaker: Dr. Shawn Thistle\, RRS Education \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/spine-sparing-strategies/
CATEGORIES:Patient Care
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160921T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160921T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160719T134805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173038Z
UID:2382-1474459200-1474462800@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Mobile Search Optimization
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will explain local Search Engine Optimization and show you how to improve your mobile search rankings on Google Maps\, local Google search rankings\, local business listings and more. \nSpeaker: Falk Jaehnchen\, Spark Marketing \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/mobile-search-optimization/
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Promotion
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20160914T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20160914T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160719T134631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173046Z
UID:2381-1473854400-1473858000@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Increasing the Usability of Your New Website
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will feature recommendations on making your website user‐friendly and easy to navigate\, attracting users to highlighted content and creating effective calls to action. We will focus on formatting\, organization and layout. \nSpeaker: Jenn Melynk\, SiteWyze Solutions \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content. \n 
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/increasing-usability-new-website/
CATEGORIES:Business Management,Marketing and Promotion
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160615T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160615T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T190311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173114Z
UID:1337-1465992000-1465995600@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Tax Implications of Dissolving or Selling Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the tax implications of dissolving your practice or selling it through an asset or share sale. \nSpeaker: Rishabh Khamesra of SRJCA \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/tax-implications-dissolving-selling-practice/
CATEGORIES:Financial Management
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160526T183000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160526T213000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160505T211425Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T211425Z
UID:1148-1464287400-1464298200@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Persuade with Purpose
DESCRIPTION:Whether you are marketing your business\, giving powerful presentations\, networking with other healthcare professionals\, or persuading patients to follow exercises and become engaged in their own care\, you need effective communications for a thriving practice. \nThis fast-paced\, interactive workshop will cover public speaking\, networking\, negotiations\, presentation skills and more. We will explore practical examples related to health care and practice these new skills with interactive exercises drawn from Dale Carnegie Principles. \nWorkshop attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion and three CE structured credit hours. \nLearning Objectives\nBecome a Great Public Speaker: \n\nGain attention and create strong impressions\nPersuade and engage your audience\nSpeak with confidence and authority\nAnswer questions effectively\n\nFacilitate Understanding: \n\nCommunicate complex ideas simply\nCreate a lasting understanding\nUse visual aids effectively\n\nGain Willing Cooperation: \n\nOvercome barriers to authentic connections and strong relationships\nPresent your case effectively without high-pressure tactics\nConvince others in a positive and cooperative manner\n\n \n▼ Click here for workshop agenda\n\n\n\n\n5:30 – 6 PM\nARRIVAL/REGISTRATION (Light Buffet)\n\n\n6:00 PM\nWARM UP \nWe’ll get to know each other with icebreaking games and team building exercises.\n\n\n6:15 PM\nINTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING FUNDAMENTALS \nThis module covers what you say and how you say it including body language\, verbal cues and how you structure information. We’ll also cover strategies for answering questions.\n\n\n7:30 PM\nBREAK\n\n\n7:40 PM\nSPEECH STRUCTURES \nWe’ll learn how to create strong and memorable openings and closings and how to structure information to maximize retention both verbally and with your visual aids.\n\n\n8:30 PM\nGAINING WILLING COOPERATION \nWe’ll explore strategies for presenting to individuals or small groups in a conversational way\, and how to convince individuals without using high-pressure tactics.\n\n\n9:00 PM\nCONCLUSION\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, May 26th\, 2016\nTime: 6:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.  (Dinner provided upon arrival at 6 pm); 3 CE hours\nLocation: Ottawa Marriott Hotel\, 100 Kent St\, Ottawa\, ON\nMeeting Room: Rideau Salon (3rd Floor) \n \nInstructor: Ivan Wanis Ruiz from Dale Carnegie Training\nIvan Wanis Ruiz has over 15 years of communication and public speaking experience. Originally trained at the Ministry of Attorney General’s Office of British Columbia in facilitation\, he spent two years facilitating interactive workshops on racism and violence prevention. He is a distinguished Toastmaster (DTM)\, Certified Dale Carnegie trainer in High Impact Presentations\, a graduate of The Second City Improv and accomplished actor whose credits include Supernatural\, Covert Affairs and Smallville to name a few. He has been a guest instructor at The University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business\, The OISE School at University of Toronto and The Ted Rogers School of Business Management at Ryerson University. \nIvan has also put his public speaking skills to the test in a variety of environments from formal awards ceremonies (Latin Chamber of Commerce Awards) to specialty events like Salsa on St. Clair. Most recently\, Ivan was the host for the Pan Am / Parapan Am Games torch relay & games\, speaking and entertaining groups of thousands nightly. \nYou can find out more about Ivan on his website: http://www.speakingandcommunication.com/ \nPrice \n\n\n\nPricing Category\nEarly Bird* (Ends April 26)\nRegular*\n\n\nOCA Member\n$79\n$99\n\n\nOCA 2015 Graduate / Student Member\n$59\n$79\n\n\nNon-OCA Member (Contact OCA for registration) 1-877-327-2273\n$129\n$149\n\n\n\n*Plus HST \nRefund/Cancellation Policy  \nIn the event that you choose to cancel your registration\, a full refund less $25 will be provided for cancellations received in writing by May 9\, 2016. No refunds will be provided after May 9\, 2016. \nDriving Directions\nThe Ottawa Marriott Hotel is located at 100 Kent St\, Ottawa\, ON\, K1P 5R7. The hotel is located in the heart of downtown Ottawa. \nPhone: 1-613-238-1122\nToll free: 1-800-853-8463\nMaps/Driving Directions \nParking\nOn-site parking\, fee: 6 CAD hourly\, 22 CAD daily \nValet parking\, fee: 27 CAD daily \nRegister Online
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/persuade-with-purpose/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160424T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160424T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160510T181541Z
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UID:1346-1461484800-1461517200@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:RRS Education Seminar London – Neck Pain – A Contemporary Clinical Approach
DESCRIPTION:Location: Ivey Spencer Leadership Centre (551 Windemere Rd.\, London) \nCEUs: 8.0 structured continuing education hours/credits/CEUs \nCost: $439 (early-bird discount) + HST \n\nThe focus of this course will be the integration of current cervical spine and neck pain research into rational\, effective patient care.  Cover years of important research in one day\, raise your comfort level with the state of literature on neck pain and understand its limitations and possibilities for benefitting your patients and your practice!
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/rrs-education-seminar-london-neck-pain-contemporary-clinical-approach/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160420T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160420T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T185353Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200402T171331Z
UID:1329-1461153600-1461157200@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Relevance of the Thoracic Spine in Neck Pain
DESCRIPTION:There is mounting evidence suggesting that assessing and treating thoracic spine function is paramount in the comprehensive management of mechanical neck pain – we will review this body of literature and put it in the context of daily patient management. \n\nSpeaker \nDr. Shawn Thistle\, RRS Education \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/relevance-thoracic-spine-neck-pain-2/
CATEGORIES:Patient Care
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160413T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160413T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T183206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173203Z
UID:1325-1460548800-1460552400@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Understanding Cloud Technology
DESCRIPTION:What does cloud technology mean for your clinic? \nThis webinar will give an overview of cloud technology\, privacy and security\, the benefits of cloud storage to your clinic\, and dispel some common misconceptions. \nSpeaker: Ron G. Parker\, Group Director\, Emerging Technology \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/understanding-cloud-technology/
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160410T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160410T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160510T181417Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T181417Z
UID:1345-1460278800-1460300400@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:RRS Education Seminar Toronto  – Clinical Mini-Lecture Series – Concussion & Headache
DESCRIPTION:Location: BMO Institute for Learning (3550 Pharmacy Ave – near 404 & Steeles Ave) \nCEUs: 5.0 structured continuing education hours/credits/CEUs \nCost: $279 (early-bird discount) + HST \n\nSleep in\, enjoy the seminar and be home in time for a late afternoon nap! Concussions and headaches will be the featured topics at this convenient seminar.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/rrs-education-seminar-toronto-clinical-mini-lecture-series-concussion-headache/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160409T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160409T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160510T181245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T181245Z
UID:1344-1460188800-1460221200@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:RRS Education Seminar Toronto – Low Back Pain: Effective\, Sustainable & Profitable Patient Care
DESCRIPTION:TORONTO – WORLD SPINE CARE FUNDRAISER!\n \nLocation: BMO Institute for Learning (3550 Pharmacy Ave – near 404 & Steeles Ave) \nCEUs: 8.0 structured continuing education hours/credits/CEUs \nCost: $399 (early-bird discount) + HST \nProceeds from this Seminar will be donated to World Spine Care! \n\nThis seminar\, presented by Dr. Shawn Thistle\, provides practicing clinicians with realistic insight into the integration of current knowledge & research evidence about low back pain (LBP) into clinical practice. Effective\, sustainable & profitable patient care for LBP is possible through the rational combination of research\, clinical experience & patient preferences!
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/rrs-education-seminar-toronto-low-back-pain-effective-sustainable-profitable-patient-care/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160406T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160406T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T191406Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173212Z
UID:1339-1459944000-1459947600@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:AODA: Accessible Employment and Customer Service Standards
DESCRIPTION:This overview will demystify the requirements of the Accessible Employment and Customer Service standards of the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and how you can ensure accessibility in hiring\, staff retention\, career development opportunities and customer service. \nThe Accessibility Directorate of Ontario supports the vision of an accessible Ontario by 2025 under the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act\, (AODA) through the development\, implementation and enforcement of accessibility standards that apply to public sector\, non-profit and private sector organizations. The AODA requires organizations to implement Accessibility Standards to become more accessible to people with disabilities. \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/aoda-accessible-employment-customer-service-standards/
CATEGORIES:Legal and Compliance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160403T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160403T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160510T001915Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T001915Z
UID:1343-1459674000-1459695600@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:RRS Education Seminar – Clinical Mini-Lecture Series – Concussion & Headache
DESCRIPTION:Sunday\, April 3 (9am – 3pm)  \nLocation: Ottawa Marriott (100 Kent St.\, Ottawa) \nCEUs: 5.0 structured continuing education hours/credits/CEUs \nCost: $279 (early-bird discount) + HST \n\nSleep in\, enjoy the seminar and be home in time for a late afternoon nap! Concussions and headaches will be the featured topics at this convenient seminar.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/rrs-education-seminar-clinical-mini-lecture-series-concussion-headache/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160402T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160402T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160510T001748Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160510T001748Z
UID:1342-1459584000-1459616400@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:RRS Education Seminar Ottawa – Low Back Pain: Effective\, Sustainable & Profitable Patient Care
DESCRIPTION:Date: Saturday\, April 2 (8am – 5pm) \nLocation: Ottawa Marriott (100 Kent St.\, Ottawa) \nCEUs: 8.0 structured continuing education hours/credits/CEUs \nCost: $439 (early-bird discount) + HST \n\nThis seminar\, presented by Dr. Shawn Thistle\, provides practicing clinicians with realistic insight into the integration of current knowledge & research evidence about low back pain (LBP) into clinical practice. Effective\, sustainable & profitable patient care for LBP is possible through the rational combination of research\, clinical experience & patient preferences!
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/rrs-education-seminar-ottawa-low-back-pain-effective-sustainable-profitable-patient-care/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160330T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160330T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T182803Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173220Z
UID:1322-1459339200-1459342800@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Patient Privacy: PHIPA - The Electronic Health Record
DESCRIPTION:Part 2 of this Patient Privacy series focuses on the proposed creation of the “Electronic Health Record” (EHR)\, which would be an electronic system developed and maintained by a Government prescribed organization to enable health information custodians to collect\, use and disclose personal health information for the purpose of providing health care. Items to be discussed include the functions and responsibilities of the prescribed organization; the obligations of health information custodians with respect to the EHR; the collection of information from the EHR by the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care; and the authority of patients to withhold information. \n\nSpeaker: Lad Kucis from Gardiner Roberts LLP\n \n\nSee also:\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/patient-privacy-phipa-electronic-health-record/
CATEGORIES:Legal and Compliance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160323T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160323T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T175325Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220301T145426Z
UID:1318-1458734400-1458738000@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Managing Your Online Presence
DESCRIPTION:Learn to manage your online presence through content marketing\, website design and social media. \n\nSpeakers \nFalk Jaehnchen\, Spark Marketing \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/managing-online-presence/
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Promotion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160302T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160302T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T174852Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173239Z
UID:1316-1456920000-1456923600@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Patient Privacy: PHIPA - An Overview
DESCRIPTION:Part 1 of this Patient Privacy series focuses on the Personal Health Information Protection Act\, 2004 (PHIPA)\, which is an Ontario statute that governs the collection\, use and disclosure of personal health information in the health sector. In addition to reviewing the key obligations of health information custodians under PHIPA\, a summary of recently proposed amendments will be provided. \n\nSpeaker: Lad Kucis from Gardiner Roberts LLP \nMore Resources:\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/patient-privacy-phipa-overview/
CATEGORIES:Legal and Compliance
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160218T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160218T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160505T211833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T211833Z
UID:1198-1455816600-1455829200@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Communication Strategies for Chiropractors
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication strategies are essential to success in practice. Whether you’re negotiating options for care with your patients\, building relationships with other health professionals or presenting at events\, strong communication skills can help you build meaningful relationships and mutual understanding. This workshop will introduce you to actionable tips and communication strategies to help you put your best foot forward. \nThis fast-paced interactive workshop will cover all aspects of effective communication including public speaking\, networking and negotiations. We will explore practical examples related to health care and practice these new skills with interactive exercises drawn from Dale Carnegie Principles. \nWorkshop attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion and three CE structured credit hours. \nLearning Objectives\nBecome a Great Public Speaker: \n\nGain attention and create strong impressions\nPersuade and engage your audience\nSpeak with confidence and authority\nAnswer questions effectively\n\nFacilitate Understanding: \n\nCommunicate complex ideas simply\nCreate a lasting understanding\nUse visual aids effectively\n\nGain Willing Cooperation: \n\nOvercome barriers to authentic connections and strong relationships\nPresent your case effectively without high-pressure tactics\nConvince others in a positive and cooperative manner\n\n \n▼ Click here for workshop agenda\n\n\n\n\n5:30 – 6 PM\nARRIVAL/REGISTRATION (Light Buffet)\n\n\n6:00 PM\nWARM UP \nWe’ll get to know each other with icebreaking games and team building exercises.\n\n\n6:15 PM\nINTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING FUNDAMENTALS \nThis module covers what you say and how you say it including body language\, verbal cues and how you structure information. We’ll also cover strategies for answering questions.\n\n\n7:30 PM\nBREAK\n\n\n7:40 PM\nSPEECH STRUCTURES \nWe’ll learn how to create strong and memorable openings and closings and how to structure information to maximize retention both verbally and with your visual aids.\n\n\n8:30 PM\nGAINING WILLING COOPERATION \nWe’ll explore strategies for presenting to individuals or small groups in a conversational way\, and how to convince individuals without using high-pressure tactics.\n\n\n9:00 PM\nCONCLUSION\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, February 18\, 2016\nTime: 5:30 p.m. – 9 p.m.\nLocation: Waterloo\, ON\nVenue: Courtyard Waterloo St. Jacobs – 50 Benjamin Rd.\, Waterloo\, ON\, N2V 2J9 \nMaps/Driving Directions:\nClick here to view on Google Maps \nFrom the 401:  \nTake exit 278 for ON-8 toward Kitchener/Waterloo. \nContinue onto ON-8 West and ON-7 E/ON-85 N exit toward Guelph/Waterloo. \nMerge onto ON-7. Continue onto Conestoga Pkwy/ON-85 N. \nTake the Regional Road 15 exit toward Saint Jacob and turn left onto King St N/Waterloo Regional Rd 15. \nTurn left at the 1st cross street onto Farmers Market Rd and then left onto Benjamin Rd. \nThe destination will be on the right. \nParking:\nComplimentary on-site parking. \nInstructor: Ivan Wanis Ruiz from Dale Carnegie Training\nIvan Wanis Ruiz has over 15 years of communication and public speaking experience. Originally trained at the Ministry of Attorney General’s Office of British Columbia in facilitation\, he spent two years facilitating interactive workshops on racism and violence prevention. He is a distinguished Toastmaster (DTM)\, Certified Dale Carnegie trainer in High Impact Presentations\, a graduate of The Second City Improv and accomplished actor whose credits include Supernatural\, Covert Affairs and Smallville to name a few. He has been a guest instructor at The University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business\, The OISE School at University of Toronto and The Ted Rogers School of Business Management at Ryerson University. \nIvan has also put his public speaking skills to the test in a variety of environments from formal awards ceremonies (Latin Chamber of Commerce Awards) to specialty events like Salsa on St. Clair. Most recently\, Ivan was the host for the Pan Am / Parapan Am Games torch relay & games\, speaking and entertaining groups of thousands nightly. \nYou can find out more about Ivan on his website: http://www.speakingandcommunication.com/ \nPrice \n\n\n\nPricing Category\nEarly Bird* (Ends January 18)\nRegular*\n\n\nOCA Member\n$79\n$99\n\n\nOCA 2015 Graduate / Student Member\n$59\n$79\n\n\nNon-OCA Member (Contact OCA for registration) 1-877-327-2273\n$129\n$149\n\n\n\n*Plus HST \nRefund/Cancellation Policy  \nIn the event that you choose to cancel your registration\, a full refund less $25 will be provided for cancellations received in writing by February 1\, 2016. No refunds will be provided after February 1\, 2016. \n\n\nDownloads\nYou must be logged in to view this content. Click here to login
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/communication-strategies-chiropractors/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160127T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160127T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T163541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173321Z
UID:1304-1453896000-1453899600@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Tradeshow 102: Attracting Visitors
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to attract and connect with visitors to your booth. \n— OCA Outreach Coordinator \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/tradeshow-102-attracting-visitors/
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Promotion
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160120T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160120T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
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SUMMARY:Hamilton General Hospital Grand Rounds: Dr. Carlo Ammendolia on Lumbar Spinal Stenosis
DESCRIPTION:Hamilton General Hospital\, 237 Barton Street E.\nAuditorium\, David Braley Cardiac\, Vascular & Stroke Research Institute\n\nThe OCA invites you to attend a Grand Rounds event at the Hamilton General Hospital with Dr. Carlo Ammendolia. He will be sharing the latest research on alternatives to surgery for lumbar spinal stenosis with medical residents\, physicians and surgeons. There will be a wine and cheese reception following the talk. \nDr. Ammendolia is the Director of Mount Sinai Hospital’s Spinal Stenosis Program\, the CCRF Professorship in Spine in the Department of Surgery at the University of Toronto\, and a well-respected chiropractor and researcher. \nThis Grand Rounds event will be cohosted by the OCA\, the Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation at McMaster University and Hamilton Health Sciences. \nWednesday\, January 20\, 2016\n4:00 – 5:00 PM\n\nGrand Rounds proudly presented by Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in association with the Ontario Chiropractic Association.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/hamilton-general-hospital-grand-rounds-dr-carlo-ammendolia-lumbar-spinal-stenosis/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20160113T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20160113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T163149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200330T225018Z
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SUMMARY:Falls and Floods:  Protecting Your Practice
DESCRIPTION:What is your liability if a patient slips and falls in your office? Who pays if a flood in your clinic causes water damage next door? Learn about premises liability and how to protect your business with office insurance. \n\nSpeaker \nSteven Campanella\, Brokers Trust Insurance Group Inc. \n\nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/falls-floods-protecting-office/
CATEGORIES:Business Management
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151215T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151215T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T150703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210331T173454Z
UID:1294-1450180800-1450184400@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:GST/HST Rules for Payments Between Practitioners
DESCRIPTION:Which GST/HST rules apply when making payments to individuals who work within your practice? This webinar will look at who GST/HST should be charged to and when GST/HST should be applied. \n— SRJCA – Rishabh Khamesra \n\nWatch Webinar
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/gsthst-rules-payments-practitioners/
CATEGORIES:Financial Management
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151205T153000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151205T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160505T000914Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T000914Z
UID:1100-1449329400-1449333000@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:OCA Annual General Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Attend In Toronto or Online: December 5\, 2015\nPursuant to the Bylaws of the Association\, notice is hereby given that the 2015 Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the membership of the Ontario Chiropractic Association will be held at the Hilton Toronto\, 145 Richmond Street West\, 2nd Floor\, Governor General Suite\, in Toronto on Saturday\, December 5\, 2015 at 3:30 PM. \nThe agenda will include: \n\nAnnual Report of the Association\, incorporating a message from the President\nAudited Financial Statements\nElection of four members to the Ontario Chiropractic Association Board of Directors\nAppointment of Auditors; Directors to fix Auditor’s Remuneration\nAny other business that may properly come before the meeting\n\nAll OCA members are urged to attend the AGM. \n \nIf you are unable to attend in person\, you may complete and return your Proxy by mail to the OCA office no later than 5 PM\, Wednesday\, December 2\, 2015. \n\nPrint and Complete a Proxy\n\nOCA Board Election\nThis year\, there were four open positions on the OCA Board of Directors. Following the Call for Nominations\, four members were nominated to the Board: \n\nDr. Ken Brough\nDr. Heather Norman\nDr. John Riva\nDr. Shima Shahidy\n\nAs no other candidates have come forward\, these four members will be elected by acclamation at the AGM on December 5\, 2015.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/oca-annual-general-meeting/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151126T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151126T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160505T212316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T212316Z
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SUMMARY:Concepts and Practices in Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy: An introduction for Chiropractic Professionals Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Many believe that there is “no health without mental health”. Chiropractors see how psychological barriers can restrict progress in care. To empower chiropractors to recognize when these may be occurring and refer when needed to help bring down those barriers\, the OCA has partnered with an authority on mental health care – CAMH. In collaboration with the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)\, we will host a two-day Cognitive Behaviour Therapy workshop. The workshop is facilitated by CAMH psychologist\, Dr. Hester Dunlap\, Clinic Head in the Work\, Stress and Health program. A letter of Training Completion for participants will be available from CAMH. \nLearning Objectives\n1. Overview of the CBT model\n2. Understanding how the CBT model relates to chronic pain\, health behaviors\, and mental health issues\n3. How and when to refer for CBT treatment. \nClick here to view the day’s agenda » \n\nAgenda\nDay 1:\n\nIntroduction to the CBT model\nOverview of CBT and behavioral health; CBT model of pain (e.g.\, catastrophizing\, harm avoidance)\, depression; stress and anxiety\nCBT: “interventions  for primary care settings which can include psych-education\, bibliotherapy and non-guided self-help strategies\nGoal setting: (e.g.\, using SMART goals to increase likelihood patient will engage in chiropractic treatment rec’s; psychoed on motivation)\nGoal Setting: Case Example\, Demonstration and group activity \nLunch Break (All meals are included)\nBehavioral activation principles applied to chiropractic treatment (e.g.\, increasing adaptive and functional activities)\n\nCase Example Discussion (e.g. use the case examples provided to facilitate a group discussion)\n\nGraded task assignment applied to chiropractic treatment (e.g.\, breaking down treatment recommendations/tasks into small\, manageable steps)\n\nCase Example Discussion (e.g. use the case examples provided to facilitate a group discussion)\n\n\nDay 2:\n\nDay 1 Review\nCommon barriers to their treatment plans\, and solution response strategies\nGroup Simulation Activity – Overcoming Objections\nLunch Break (All meals are included)\nClients in Distress: Suicide Risk\, Crises\nReferral Streams: Knowing when\, where\, how to refer for more mental health treatment\, including crisis/suicidality\, anxiety\, depression\, substance misuse\nCBT Relapse Prevention strategies to help clients maintain gains and practices over longer term\nReview of Day 2 Curriculum\n\n\n\nDates: Thursday\, November 26 and Friday\, November 27\, 2015\nTime: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.  (One hour break for lunch – Lunch served on site at The Bistro)\nLocation: Courtyard by Marriott Toronto Airport\, 231 Carlingview Drive\, Toronto ON M9W 5E8\nMeeting Room: Pacific Room (Main floor) \n  \n \nInstructor: Dr. Hester Dunlap from CAMH\nDr. Dunlap is a psychologist at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) where she is the Clinic Head in the Work\, Stress and Health program. Dr. Dunlap provides cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) for depression and anxiety related difficulties\, and with adults who have experienced workplace accidents\, many of whom also have chronic pain. She has a strong interest in CBT training and provides supervision to residents\, interns\, and students. She is also cross appointed as assistant professor in the department of psychiatry at the University of Toronto. \nPrice\n\n\n\nPricing Category\nEarly Bird* (Ends October 26)\nRegular*\n\n\nOCA Member\n$359\n$399\n\n\nOCA 2015 Graduate / Student Member\n$259\n$289\n\n\nNon-OCA Member (Contact OCA for registration) 1-877-327-2273\n$459\n$489\n\n\n\n*Plus HST \nRefund/Cancellation Policy  \nIn the event that you choose to cancel your registration to workshop\, a full refund less $25 will be provided for cancellations received in writing by November 12\, 2015. No refunds will be provided after November 12\, 2015. \nAccommodations\nThe OCA has reserved a block of rooms at a special room rate of $135 per night. This special rate will be available until October 28\, 2015. After this date rooms are available on a first come first serve basis. Simply click on the link below and booking your reservation is fast and easy! \n\nTwo Queen Bedroom\nOne King Bedroom with Pull out\n\nShould you wish to reserve your room by phone please call 1-866-675-0411 and ask for the Ontario Chiropractic Association group rate. \nPlease note your confirmation will mention a parking charge. Please disregard as your group rate does include parking. \nDriving Directions\nThe Courtyard by Marriott – Toronto Airport is located at 231 Carlingview Drive\, Toronto ON M9W 5E8. The hotel is within close proxity to Pearson International Airport. \nPhone: 416-675-0411\nToll Free: 1-866-675-0411\nMaps/Driving Directions \nParking\nComplimentary parking for workhop registrants at the Courtyard by Marriott – Toronto Airport \nRelated Articles\nON Chiropractic Magazine: CBT Part 1 and CBT Part 2 \nRegister Online
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/concepts-practices-cognitive-behavioural-therapy-introduction-chiropractic-professionals-workshop/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151104T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151104T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T143252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173357Z
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SUMMARY:Mobile Search Optimization: Turning Neighbours Into Patients
DESCRIPTION:In 2015\, mobile searches surpassed desktop searches online. When patients search for information on their cell phones\, location-based search results are prioritized. This presents a huge opportunity for chiropractic clinics looking to connect with nearby patients. \nThis webinar will explain local Search Engine Optimization and show you how to improve your mobile search rankings on Google Maps\, local Google search rankings\, local business listings and more. \n— Spark Marketing – Falk Jaehnchen \nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/mobile-search-optimization-turning-neighbours-patients-2/
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Promotion
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151022T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151022T210000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160505T212116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T212116Z
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SUMMARY:Communication Strategies for Chiropractors
DESCRIPTION:Effective communication strategies are essential to success in practice. Whether you’re negotiating options for care with your patients\, building relationships with other health professionals or presenting at events\, strong communication skills can help you build meaningful relationships and mutual understanding. This workshop will introduce you to actionable tips and communication strategies to help you put your best foot forward. \nThis fast-paced interactive workshop will cover all aspects of effective communication including public speaking\, networking and negotiations. We will explore practical examples related to health care and practice these new skills with interactive exercises drawn from Dale Carnegie Principles. \nWorkshop attendees will receive a Certificate of Completion and three CE structured credit hours. \nLearning Objectives\nBecome a Great Public Speaker: \n\nGain attention and create strong impressions\nPersuade and engage your audience\nSpeak with confidence and authority\nAnswer questions effectively\n\nFacilitate Understanding: \n\nCommunicate complex ideas simply\nCreate a lasting understanding\nUse visual aids effectively\n\nGain Willing Cooperation: \n\nOvercome barriers to authentic connections and strong relationships\nPresent your case effectively without high-pressure tactics\nConvince others in a positive and cooperative manner\n\n \n▼ Click here for workshop agenda\n\n\n\n\n5:30 – 6 PM\nARRIVAL/REGISTRATION (Light Buffet)\n\n\n6:00 PM\nWARM UP \nWe’ll get to know each other with icebreaking games and team building exercises.\n\n\n6:15 PM\nINTRODUCTION TO PUBLIC SPEAKING FUNDAMENTALS \nThis module covers what you say and how you say it including body language\, verbal cues and how you structure information. We’ll also cover strategies for answering questions.\n\n\n7:30 PM\nBREAK\n\n\n7:40 PM\nSPEECH STRUCTURES \nWe’ll learn how to create strong and memorable openings and closings and how to structure information to maximize retention both verbally and with your visual aids.\n\n\n8:30 PM\nGAINING WILLING COOPERATION \nWe’ll explore strategies for presenting to individuals or small groups in a conversational way\, and how to convince individuals without using high-pressure tactics.\n\n\n9:00 PM\nCONCLUSION\n\n\n\n\nDate: Thursday\, October 22nd\, 2015\nTime: 6 p.m. – 9 p.m.\nLocation: InterContinental Toronto Centre\, 225 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 2X3\nMeeting Room: Humber Room (Main Floor) \nInstructor: Ivan Wanis Ruiz from Dale Carnegie Training\nIvan Wanis Ruiz has over 15 years of communication and public speaking experience. Originally trained at the Ministry of Attorney General’s Office of British Columbia in facilitation\, he spent two years facilitating interactive workshops on racism and violence prevention. He is a distinguished Toastmaster (DTM)\, Certified Dale Carnegie trainer in High Impact Presentations\, a graduate of The Second City Improv and accomplished actor whose credits include Supernatural\, Covert Affairs and Smallville to name a few. He has been a guest instructor at The University of British Columbia Sauder School of Business\, The OISE School at University of Toronto and The Ted Rogers School of Business Management at Ryerson University. \nIvan has also put his public speaking skills to the test in a variety of environments from formal awards ceremonies (Latin Chamber of Commerce Awards) to specialty events like Salsa on St. Clair. Most recently\, Ivan was the host for the Pan Am / Parapan Am Games torch relay & games\, speaking and entertaining groups of thousands nightly. \nYou can find out more about Ivan on his website: http://www.speakingandcommunication.com/ \nPrice \n\n\n\nPricing Category\nEarly Bird* (Ends October 1)\nRegular*\n\n\nOCA Member\n$79\n$99\n\n\nOCA 2015 Graduate / Student Member\n$59\n$79\n\n\nNon-OCA Member (Contact OCA for registration) 1-877-327-2273\n$129\n$149\n\n\n\n*Plus HST \nRefund/Cancellation Policy  \nIn the event that you choose to cancel your registration\, a full refund less $25 will be provided for cancellations received in writing by October 9\, 2015. No refunds will be provided after October 9\, 2015. \nDriving Directions:  \nThe InterContinental Toronto Centre is located at 225 Front Street West\, Toronto\, ON\, M5V 2X3. The hotel is within close proximity to Toronto’s Union Station. \nPhone:  1-416-597-1400\nToll Free:  1-877-660-8550\nMaps/Driving Directions \nParking:\nValet parking is $45.00 per 24 hours at the hotel. \nSelf-parking is available at The Metro Toronto Convention Centre at $26.00 (24 hours). \n\nGreen P – Municipal Parking\n\n\n\nDownloads\nYou must be logged in to view this content. Click here to login
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/communication-strategies-chiropractors-2/
CATEGORIES:Workshops
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20151014T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20151014T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160509T152948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200508T172824Z
UID:1297-1444824000-1444827600@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Networking: Getting Ahead By Putting Others First
DESCRIPTION:There’s a lot of competition out there. Learn to cut through the noise by fostering authentic relationships with new potential patients and colleagues. This positive approach to networking from Dale Carnegie Training will enable you to build confidence and credibility\, communicate your value and establish profitable connections. \n— Dale Carnegie –Ivan Wanis Ruiz \n\nMP3 Audio
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/networking-getting-ahead-putting-others-first-5/
CATEGORIES:Marketing and Promotion
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150918T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150920T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160505T222028Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20160505T222028Z
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SUMMARY:CCA National Convention & Tradeshow
DESCRIPTION:The 2015 CCA National Convention & Tradeshow is Canada’s largest chiropractic show\, bringing together over 600 chiropractic clinicians\, as well as researchers\, and exhibitors. \nThe convention will be held at the beautiful Scotiabank Convention Centre in Niagara Falls\, Ontario on September 18-20\, 2015 and will be a history-making event bringing together Canada’s Chiropractic Specialty Colleges\, Research Symposium\, Canadian Chiropractic Protective Association and Canadian Chiropractic Guideline Initiative for the first time ever around the theme of Advancing Excellence in Patient Care.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/cca-national-convention-tradeshow/
CATEGORIES:Conferences
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20150916T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20150916T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T181335
CREATED:20160505T172239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200302T173415Z
UID:1235-1442404800-1442408400@chiropractic.on.ca
SUMMARY:Spine Sparing Strategies: Hip Mobility and Healthy Aging
DESCRIPTION:This webinar will review the evidence on the relationship between hip mobility and lumbar spine function. Dr. Shawn Thistle will demonstrate simple spine-sparing treatment and exercise techniques for your older patients. \n— Shawn Thistle\, RRS Education \nWatch Webinar\nPlease login to view content.
URL:https://chiropractic.on.ca/event/spine-sparing-strategies-hip-mobility-healthy-aging/
CATEGORIES:Patient Care
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