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Tax Savings Strategies, TFSAs & RRSPs
2024-02-21 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
This session offers an introduction to Canada’s tax structure and highlights many deductions and tax credits available to lower your taxes. It will also explain the basics of the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA) and the Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) and how they can be used to invest your money and cut your tax bill.

If you don’t currently have a TFSA or RRSP or you think it is something you will do “later” — you are making a big mistake! They can be used for more than piling up a retirement fund and can save you a ton on your taxes. Join the webinar and find out how and why you should get started today!

Speaker
Kevin Cochrane, CEO, Enriched Academy

Original Broadcast
February 15, 2023

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Mortgage Renewals and the Home-Buying Process
2024-04-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
The decision to buy a home is one of the most important decisions you will ever make, and the process is complicated and comes with its own rules and language, even when renewing your current mortgage. It’s imperative you understand all the ins and outs so you can avoid surprises and ensure you get the best available home for your needs and budget. This session will introduce the basic knowledge required to finance/purchase a home and give you the confidence to get you started on the road to homeownership.

Speaker(s)
Jay Seabrook – Co-Founder, Enriched Academy

Original Broadcast
April 10, 2024

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Non-Operative Management of Sciatica
2024-04-17 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Learn about the etiology, pathophysiology and burden of sciatica, along with key features of diagnosis and differential diagnosis, common treatments for sciatica and the evidence behind them.

Speaker
SpineMobility

Original Broadcast
June 6, 2018

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Advancing Interprofessional Collaboration in Spine Care, Presented by the OCA (NCT'24)
2024-04-19 10:45 - 11:15 (America/Toronto)
Join OCA at the CCA National Convention and Tradeshow for an enlightening discussion with Dr. Mohammad Zarrabian, a prominent figure in the field of spine care!
Dr. Zarrabian holds dual doctoral degrees in Chiropractic and Medicine, allowing him to expertly blend alternative and allopathic treatments for patients with spinal pathologies. In his capacity as the Head of Spine Surgery at Hamilton Health Sciences and as an Assistant Professor in the Division of Orthopedic Surgery at McMaster University, he leads a dedicated team committed to enhancing patient outcomes.
Gain valuable insights into advancing interprofessional collaboration in spine care as Dr. Zarrabian shares his expertise and perspectives on optimizing patient care through teamwork and innovation.
Learning Objectives:
1. Gain insights into emerging trends in spine care.
2. Learn strategies for enhancing interprofessional relationships within the patient’s care team.
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Progress Towards Unlocking Strategic Value with Data: OCA Panel Discussion (NCT'24)
2024-04-20 14:30 - 15:20 (America/Toronto)
Join OCA at the CCA National Convention and Tradeshow for Progress Towards Unlocking Strategic Value with Data: OCA Panel Discussion! This session will be of interest to researchers and those involved in guideline development, as well as clinicians who want to engage in outcome evaluation or contribute to research in their clinical practices. Creating the case for engagement of all chiropractors in the use of data at the patient, clinic, and profession levels is critical to advance the profession and bring high-quality care to more patients in Ontario. OCA is undertaking several initiatives to drive this engagement forward while supporting clinicians to be efficient in their practices.
Learning Objectives:
1. Understand the importance of Ontario specific data in policy decision-making and the contributions chiropractors can make to the advancement of data to influence change.
2. Learn about ways the OCA is supporting chiropractors in their clinical practice through integration of best practices into the Aspire EHR.
Panelists:
Dr. Carol Cancelliere – Scientist, Ontario Tech University
Dr. Shawn Thistle – Dr. Shawn Thistle (RRS Education)
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Minimizing Tax Pain for OCA Business Owners
2024-05-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Join our financial education partners, Enriched Academy with SRJCA to learn how to take advantage of all the available deductions and benefits available to small business owners.

Learning Outcomes:
a. How to fully utilize available tax deductions and credits.
b. Audit triggers and valuable tips for record keeping.
c. When a small business should incorporate and why.

Speaker
SRJ Chartered Accountants and Enriched Academy

Original Broadcast
June 21, 2023

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Should I Incorporate My Business?
2024-05-15 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Discussing the pros and cons of incorporation with SRJ Chartered Professional Accountants.

Speaker
SRJ Chartered Accountants

Original Broadcast
May 31, 2023

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Jumpstart Your Career - Class of '24
2024-05-22 12:00 UTC
Learn about our Jumpstart Your Career guide, and hear from CMCC and OCA staff on steps to take after graduation and transition into practice. You’ll also learn about our programs and initiatives that are designed to support your chiropractic career.
In this webinar you will: Find out about OCA initiatives such as our partnership with a University of Guelph researcher, the creation of strategic patient education resources, OCA advocacy and member programs, and how our Enriched Academy Program can build your financial literacy. Take a dive deep into OCA’s role in knowledge translation (KT) to support the research agenda, including the importance of KT for practising chiropractors and the profession, current benefits and challenges with adopting KT, as well as OCA’s role in developing KT tools to support evidence-based practices. We’ll also highlight the role of OCA Aspire in collecting information to help integrate this work.

Speakers
Ontario Chiropractic Association

Original Broadcast
May 22. 2024

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Coordinating Care with Primary Care Providers to Manage MSK Pain
2024-06-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
This webinar teaches collaboration with primary care providers for managing MSK conditions, focusing on rapport-building and care coordination to manage pain and potentially reduce medication reliance. It introduces tools like the CEP’s Manual Therapy Clinical Tool and pain reduction forms, and includes a case study walkthrough from assessment to outcome.

Speaker(s)
Dr. Amy Brown B.Sc., D.C. and Kristy Naulls M.N., N.P.

Original Broadcast
May 25, 2022

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Building Your Retirement Dream: How to Create Wealth & Sustainable Retirement Income
2024-06-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
The webinar will help you understand how to minimize the risk of depleting your savings during retirement, how to use your corporation to generate retirement income, and how to plan for long-term care and medical expenses in retirement. It will also touch on optimizing tax strategies and making informed decisions regarding your CPP and OAS benefits.

Presenter
Richard Skeels – Wealth Advisor, CIBC

Original Broadcast
June 12, 2024

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Personal Finance Mastery Series: Introduction to Cryptocurrency
2024-06-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Investing in digital currencies can be risky and the price can be volatile, but they also offer the opportunity for high returns and can add diversification to your portfolio. If you have been hearing the buzz around cryptocurrencies and feeling a little intimidated due to the difficult concepts and technology involved, this would be a great session to attend.
You will learn the basics of cryptocurrency including blockchain technology, how transactions work and get verified, and the security and fraud detection measures that are in place. The session will also cover Investment techniques and options for getting into crypto and the factors you need to consider.

Speaker
Arian Beyzaei – VP, Sales at Enriched Academy

Original Broadcast
June 8, 2022

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Money Smarts & Financial Habits to Teach your Teenager
2024-09-04 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Financial habits are formed early, and it is difficult to change later in life, which makes the teenage years a great opportunity to get your kids on track for a lifetime of sound financial decision making. If you are a little lost about what to teach your teens when it comes to money or want to save them the experience of learning about financial mistakes the hard way (sometimes with serious, lasting repercussions), make sure to join us and get some great tips and advice to get you started.

Speaker(s)
Kevin Cochrane – Co-Founder, Enriched Academy

Original Broadcast
September 27, 2023

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Financial Statements 101
2024-09-18 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Financial statements are not just for accountants or taxes, they are a very important tool for entrepreneurs. Understanding the basics of financial statements will allow you to build a business that thrives financially.
In this webinar, you will learn about the different types of financial statements and how they can support you in understanding how your business is performing. It will teach you how to use financial statements as a tool to improve your profitability and understand how to value business if you want to sell or buy.
Speaker(s)
Taheera Fidaali, CPA – Founder, Tula CPA

Original Broadcast
September 18, 2024

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Vestibular Rehabilitation: Dizziness and Neck Pain Patients
2024-10-02 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
A significant number of people are troubled with dizziness, unsteadiness and oscillopsia. A good vestibular assessment and vestibular rehabilitation program can help some of these individuals. This webinar provides an introduction to advanced rehabilitation techniques and an informative presentation with real-life case scenarios.
In this patient-centric webinar you will learn:
– Gaze stabilization exercises to prescribe to your patients
– Head repositioning maneuvers for common BPPV cases
– About real-life case scenarios that integrate evidence-based outcomes and vestibular rehabilitation in difficult “dizziness-based” patients
– How to perform Revel’s test and its significance

Speaker
Dr. Rocco Guerriero (Associate Professor, CMCC)

Original Broadcast
October 7, 2020

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Record Keeping and Report Writing – The Do's and Don’ts
2024-10-09 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Join OCA Advance and the Beyond Law team for this webinar to discuss:
• Record keeping tips
• Report writing tips
• When and why your records will be produced
• How your records are used by lawyers in the litigation process

Speaker(s)
Kate Mazzucco – Partner, Beyond Law

Original Broadcast
October 19, 2022

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Supporting individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury
2024-10-16 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Supporting individuals with Traumatic Brain Injury: Concussion, mild or moderate to severe injury
A Joint OCA|UHN Webinar
Every year, approximately 170,000 Ontarians sustain a concussion/mild traumatic brain injury (TBI) and about 20% of them will experience persisting symptoms that require ongoing care. But access to high-quality acute care and rehabilitation services for TBI varies across the province.
Chiropractors can play a lead role in supporting individuals with mild to moderate TBI, helping to manage their symptoms, address musculoskeletal conditions and other comorbidities, and optimize function.
This joint webinar with UHN provides an overview of the current gaps that exist in TBI care in Ontario and introduces new clinical best practice tools for treating individuals with TBI, including the Neurotrauma Care Pathway. Case studies discussed will demonstrate how chiropractors can apply these tools to address TBI within their scope of practice.

Original Broadcast
September 24, 2024

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Addressing musculoskeletal conditions: an opportunity for health systems globally (WHO Webinar 3)
2024-10-21 06:00 - 07:30 (America/Toronto)
This webinar series – ‘Addressing musculoskeletal conditions: an opportunity for health systems globally’ – was organized earlier this year by the World Health Organization (WHO) to initiate early discussions and involve key stakeholders in addressing this critical matter, paving the way for further attention and awareness.
Now, two more webinars have been added for October and November. Registration is open to anyone interested in the topic.
Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions impact individuals globally, contributing significantly to years lived with disability (YLD). The burden extends to health systems, influencing health care costs and rehabilitation needs.
Webinar 3: October 21 – 12 p.m. CET* (6 a.m. ET)
Register: https://who.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_urd1ZIdASiq4qvHLrNSgWw#/registration
Full details (including recordings of webinars 1 and 2): https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2024/10/21/default-calendar/addressing-musculoskeletal-conditions–an-opportunity-for-health-systems-globally
* Please note that the WHO posts webinar schedules in Central European Time (CET).

RACs for Low Back Pain: Hear from a Panel of Experiences
2024-10-30 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Dr. Henry Candelaria, OCA member has been involved in Ontario’s Rapid Access Clinics (RACs) since 2012. In this webinar, he’s joined by a panel of practising chiropractors who will discuss their experiences with some of the rewards, challenges, and expectations of working in Ontario’s RACs. If you’ve been interested in or have been looking to get involved in the RACs program, you won’t want to miss this important discussion. Details, including participating panelists will be available in the next few weeks.

Speaker(s)
Dr. Henry Candelaria

Original Broadcast
October 25, 2023

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Arthritis Communications and Nutrition
2024-11-13 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Join Dr. Amy Brown to discuss the importance of collaborative care when utilizing nutrition and patient communication:
– Basic introduction
– The importance of collaborative care when:
– Developing better nutrition habits
– Communicating to patients about arthritis. “How to say it right.”

Speaker(s)
Dr. Amy Brown, DC

Original Broadcast
November 16, 2022

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Addressing musculoskeletal conditions: an opportunity for health systems globally (WHO Webinar 4)
2024-11-20 06:00 - 07:30 (America/Toronto)
This webinar series – ‘Addressing musculoskeletal conditions: an opportunity for health systems globally’ – was organized earlier this year by the World Health Organization (WHO) to initiate early discussions and involve key stakeholders in addressing this critical matter, paving the way for further attention and awareness.
Now, two more webinars have been added for October and November. Registration is open to anyone interested in the topic.
Musculoskeletal (MSK) conditions impact individuals globally, contributing significantly to years lived with disability (YLD). The burden extends to health systems, influencing health care costs and rehabilitation needs.
Webinar 4: November 20 – 12 p.m. CET* (6 a.m. ET)
Register: https://who.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_fzjw1mhQRyG1eunXOjEdLQ
Full details (including recordings of webinars 1 and 2): https://www.who.int/news-room/events/detail/2024/10/21/default-calendar/addressing-musculoskeletal-conditions–an-opportunity-for-health-systems-globally
* Please note that the WHO posts webinar schedules in Central European Time (CET).

Chiropractic Research Gamechangers: From Policy to Practice
2024-11-27 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
There has never been a better time to be a chiropractor! Our global collective of chiropractic research minds has been prolific in recent years, generating an amazing and unprecedented volume of impactful research.In this inspiring and thought-provoking session, Dr. Thistle will discuss several recent studies – true gamechangers – that are impactful and relevant for your practices, patients, the health care system, and future of our profession!

Speaker(s)
Dr. Shawn Thistle (RRS Education)

Original Broadcast
November 29, 2023

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2024 Member Recognition Day (CE, AGM, Fireside Chat & Awards)
2024-11-30 09:00 - 16:00 (America/Toronto)
Get your tickets for the OCA’s full-day celebration of the chiropractic community!
Join us in Toronto on November 30 for a full-day celebration of the chiropractic community that will feature a continuing education (CE) opportunity, the OCA Annual General Meeting and 2024 OCA Awards presentation, as well as a chance to engage with our keynote speakers, Wendel Clark and Kaleb Dahlgren during a special fireside chat.
The full event agenda is available here. We can’t wait to recognize our members and the many ways we’re advancing chiropractic care together!
Where: Globe and Mail Centre (351 King St. E., Suite 1600, Toronto, ON)
When: Saturday, November 30, 2024 – 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Ticket cost: $50 per person
Get your tickets by November 16!
Register HERE

Advanced Modalities in Practice
2024-12-11 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Science, reasoning and a quick demonstration behind the use of advance modalities such as laser, shockwave and the new TECAR therapy in practice.
Learn how and why to use these modalities to enhance your chiropractic care.

Speaker(s)
Dr. NIma Pardisnia, DC, FCCPOR – Clinic Director, Simply Align Rehab

Original Broadcast
December 6, 2023

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Treating a Motor Vehicle Accident Claimant and Getting Paid
2025-01-08 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Beyond Law delivers a panel of experiences that health care practitioner will address, including:

The ins and outs of HCAI
What to include in your OCF-18 (and what not to include)
How to effectively communicate with the adjuster
Protected accounts

Speaker(s)
Kate Mazzucco – Partner, Beyond Law

Original Broadcast
June 22, 2022

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The Musculoskeletal (MSK) Program of Care
2025-01-29 12:00 (America/Toronto)
WSIB will provide an overview of the new harmonized musculoskeletal program of care including what’s changing and what this means for you. Time will be provided for questions and discussion.

Speakers:
Jessie Farran, Director Health Services, WSIB
Dr. Flavia Chilelli, DC, Program and Provider Specialist, WSIB
Dr. Moez Rajwani, DC, Chiropractic Consultant, OCA
Dr. Albert Scales, DC, WSIB Consultant

Original Broadcast
March 22, 2023

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Additional Resources

The New Musculoskeletal Program of Care (Supplementary Material)
The New Musculoskeletal Program of Care (Presentation Slides)

Difficult Conversations with Patients
2025-02-12 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Back by popular demand, an interactive discussion on how to have difficult diagnosis conversations and address sensitive topics with patients and caregivers.

Speaker
Ivan Wanis Ruiz, Dale Carnegie Training

Original Broadcast
November 15, 2017

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Selling Your Practice Part 1: How To Structure Your Sale & Get You Closer To Your Retirement Dreams
2025-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
This webinar will delve into:
• How to avoid paying any taxes when you sell your practice
• The biggest mistakes Chiropractors make when selling their practice & how to avoid them
• Why selling your practice is easier than you think
• 6 tips to getting the highest price for your practice
• The 3 ways to structure your sale and their impact on taxes and your return
• How to secure and fund your retirement with the sale of your practice
• How to integrate the sale of your practice into your estate plan

Speaker(s)
Richard Skeels – Wealth Advisor, CIBC

Original Broadcast
September 13, 2023

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Selling Your Practice Part 2: Tips from a Corporate Lawyer & Paving Your Path to Retirement
2025-02-19 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
This webinar will delve into:
• How to facilitate the payment of your sale : All cash deals vs. Earnouts vs. Negotiating ongoing consulting fees
• A deeper dive into the pros and cons of an Asset sale vs. Share sale
• How to mitigate legal risks and liability when selling your practice
• How your employees and staff are affected and why you may have to pay severance
• Top considerations when selling your practice to your associate
• Two Case Studies: Selling your practice and how it can tie into your retirement goals
• What professionals should you be working with when selling your practice

Speaker(s):
Richard Skeels – Wealth Advisor, CIBC

Original Broadcast:
February 14, 2024

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Save Time and Money: Automating Your Clinic Payroll and Bookkeeping
2025-03-05 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Toronto)
Our good friends at SRJ Chartered Accounting will help you uncover the advantages of automated bookkeeping!
This webinar will discuss increasing efficiency, reducing errors, real-time data access and cost savings for your practice.

Speaker(s):
Christine Duggan CPA, CA, Sr. Manager, SRJ Chartered Accountants

Original Broadcast:
February 28, 2024

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Arthritis Refresh
2025-03-19 12:00 - 13:00 UTC
As part of our ‘Circle It’ Arthritis Campaign, the OCA is excited to present a refresher on arthritis. In this webinar, Dr. Amy Brown will review the types of arthritis, their prevalence, how they are diagnosed, as well as examine the current clinical practice guidelines for arthritis. Specific management recommendations for conditions such as spinal stenosis and osteoarthritis (OA) of the hip and knee will be discussed. A high-level overview of chronic pain management with respect to arthritis will also be provided, as well as opportunities for collaborative care.

Speaker
Dr. Amy Brown

Original Broadcast
March 2, 2022

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