Update

Volume 13 Issue 3 June 2008

June Issue

Inside President’s Message

MSOT Awards & New Grads Reception 2008

2008 Fieldwork Educator

Roster of Honour

Report from MSOTRF

Tiffany’s Internet Café

Thank you to Occupational Therapists and Sites for Fieldwork

Placements

Master of Occupational Therapy Independent

Study Symposium

Spring Fieldwork Workshop Highlights

2008 Citation Award

Presentation

O T Month 2008 Top 10 Things to Do

MSOT Annual

Golf Tournament

It’s Classified - Announcements

- Conferences - Research & Education

President’s Message As we head towards summer it is gratifying to look at some of the work of the MSOT Executive to date. The strategic marketing project continues. The new MSOT brochure, including our new logo, was included in the membership renewal packages, and feedback has been favourable thus far. The next stage will see the development of a brochure describing the various roles and practises of an occupational therapist that reflects the scope of our practice. Discussion about the overhaul of the MSOT website has begun and we are working on the development of public relations materials for use by our membership. The Executive continues to review the strategic marketing plan and will be looking at position descriptions to align committee work with the developing MSOT vision. I will be attending the CAOT conference and the Professional Alliance of Canada meetings in Whitehorse in June and look forward to reporting back to the Executive and membership on new developments and ongoing work within these organizations. Have a great summer and look for the continued rollout of the MSOT strategic marketing endeavours.

Gina De Vos, OT Reg (MB)MSOT President

Looking for a New Challenge? The MSOT executive is recruiting for the President-Elect position. This position would begin immediately to shadow the current president before stepping into the presidential role for the 2008 term. Other exciting volunteer opportunities are available with the MSOT executive. As you renew your membership this year, consider joining our team. Contact the MSOT office at msot@mts.net for more information.

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MSOT Awards & New Grads Reception 2008

Highlights & Congratulations A lovely evening was held at the Winnipeg Art Gallery on May 15, 2008, to celebrate excellence in occupational therapy and to welcome the 2008 graduates into our profession. The event, a delicious wine and cheese, was very well attended and enjoyed by many student and practicing therapists. Special thanks to Kyla Brignall and Sara-Jane Milne, Awards & Nominations Co-chairs, for their hard work planning this special evening. The event was both tasteful and professional. The new grads were welcomed into the profession with a small gift from MSOT to celebrate their achievement. Additionally, the Department of Occupational Therapy presented the 2008 Fieldwork Educator Roster of Honour to occupational therapists that made outstanding contributions to the students’ education. Please refer to the next page for the list of individuals nominated by the students this year. Throughout the evening, special acknowledgments and awards were presented to very deserving individuals. The MSOT would like to extend their sincerest congratulations to the following award recipients: Meghan Prouse who received the MSOT Research Fund Presentation Award for her project, A Descriptive Analysis of the Accessibility of an Urban Trail, which she will present at the 2008 CAOT conference in Whitehorse. Mr. Alan Judd who received the MSOT Special Recognition Award in sincere appreciation of the continual support and generosity he has shown to the profession of occupational therapy (please see the adjacent Report from MSOT Research Fund for more information on this special acknowledgment). Kara Waller who received the MSOT Award for Professional Excellence in Fieldwork, nominated by fieldwork educators for her exceptional performance in fieldwork. Marianne Klassen, Barb Siemens, and Edward Ziesmann who were recognized for their 25-year membership with MSOT. Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our society and our profession. And last, but not least…

Angie Maidment & Corinna Klassen who both received the Outstanding Therapist Award for their contribution to the profession of occupational therapy. Lori Knott shared her excitement for their accomplishments and her reasons for nominating these two OTs. Upon receiving the award, Angie & Corinna shared their sincere thanks through an inspirational speech for the audience.

Congratulations Angie & Corinna!

Lori Knott with Angie Maidment & Corinna Klassen, recipients of the Outstanding Occupational Therapist Award at the MSOT Awards & New Grad Reception this May 2008.

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2008 FIELDWORK EDUCATOR ROSTER OF HONOUR

The Department of Occupational Therapy and the graduating class of 2008 at the University of Manitoba presented “The Fieldwork Educator Roster of Honour” on May 15, 2008 at the MSOT Awards & New Grads Reception. Graduating students had the

opportunity to nominate a fieldwork educator whom they felt had made an outstanding contribution to their education.

Congratulations to this year’s recipients:

David Ambrose, Denyse Blanco, Erica Brown, Gina Devos, Catherine Ellens, Ryan Fitzpatrick, Janelle Hapke, Danielle Harling,

Sharyle Jewett, Jennifer Law, Jane Lawler, Sandy Lopes, Paula Makarenko, Jonie Magat, Kendra McKinnon

Gail McMillan Law, Sara-Jane Milne, Kellie Milloy, Azel Navarro, Diane Nicholson, Isabella Polimeni-Walker, Neala Reid, Sandy Santos, Andrea Wiebe

Report from Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists Research Fund… We are pleased to announce that the recipient of this year’s $500 MSOTRF Presentation Award is Meghan Prouse. Meghan will be presenting her project, A Descriptive Analysis of the Accessibility of an Urban Trail at the 2008 CAOT conference in Whitehorse. Congratulations and good luck Meghan! On behalf of the MSOTRF, I was also pleased to award Mr. Alan Judd with a MSOT Special Recognition Award in appreciation of the continual support and generosity he has shown to the profession of occupational therapy:

Alan Ferrier Judd was born in Windsor, Nova Scotia, but grew up in Hamilton, Ontario. He enlisted in the army in 1940 and while in England he renewed his childhood acquaintance with Mary Paterson-Smyth, who was an occupational therapist with the Canadian forces in England. In 1964, he, Mary and their family moved to Winnipeg where Alan became the Director of Administration of the Anglican Diocese of Rupert's Land. At this time, Mary returned to occupational therapy at what was then the Winnipeg Municipal Hospital. Alan Judd gave Mary his complete support, and admiration, throughout her impressive career as an occupational therapist working with persons with dementia, acutely aware of the significance of her work in improving the care for these individuals. Following her death in 1996, Alan wanted to ensure that Mary's contributions to occupational therapy would be remembered, and thus began an annual donation to the Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists Research Fund (MSOTRF). In 1999, MSOTRF reached the minimum amount required to present an annual award and the award was subsequently named in honour of Mary Judd. Since that time, five occupational therapy researchers have been the recipient of $5000 in research funds that have used to further the evidence-based practice of occupational therapy.

Unfortunately, we were unable to award the Mary Judd Research Award this year, as we did not receive any applications. Please consider submitting your research proposal for the November 2008 deadline. You can contact me at ripatj@cc.umanitoba.ca or 789-3303 if you have any questions about this award or your eligibility. I was pleased to be able to represent MSOT at the Roundtable dialogue on issues in health research sponsored by Research Canada, the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority and the University of Manitoba on January 25, 2008. Research Canada is a national voice for health research advocacy in Canada. Speakers included Deborah Gordon-El-Bihbety, the President and CEO of Research Canada: An Alliance for Health Discovery, Dr. Brian Postl, President and CEO of the WRHA and Dr. Dean Sandham, Chair of the Manitoba Health Research Council.

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Daydreams of summer inspired me to consider adapted and accessible sports and leisure activities. http://www.disabilityfoundation.org/index.html The Disability Foundation was created through the initiative of Vancouver Mayor Sam Sullivan after a skiing accident left him a quadriplegic in 1979. The following societies are affiliated with the Disability Foundation: BC Mobility Opportunities Society, ConnecTra Society, Disabled Independent Gardeners Association, Disabled Sailing Association, Tetra Society of North America, and Vancouver Adapted Music Society. Links to each of these societies may be found on the above website. http://www.disabilityfoundation.org/bcmos/trailrider_equipment.php The TrialRider is a human-powered vehicle that enables hikers with disabilities to visit parks and vacation destinations along with their friends and family members. http://www.disabled-sailing.ca/ Disabled Sail Manitoba Inc. operates sailing programs from Fort Whyte in Winnipeg. http://adaptivesportsdesigns.com/index.html Canada Adaptive Sports provides information on adaptive rowing. http://www.waterski.mb.ca/programs.htm Water Ski- Wakeboard Manitoba offers an Adaptive Water Ski Clinic affiliated with the City of Winnipeg Leisure Guide. http://www.accessgolf.org/ The National Alliance for Accessible Golf (USA) and links to other accessible golf websites http://www.acadventures.ca/ Accessible Canadian Adventures (ACA) designs, coordinates and arranges hunting, fishing and wildlife photography adventures for people with unique needs. http://www.specialolympics.mb.ca/index.php Special Olympics Manitoba

Please send feedback or suggestions for future topics to:

Tiffany Flye msot.internetcafe@mts.net.

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“Working with People Who Care”

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A GREAT BIG THANK YOU! Margaret Anne Campbell-Rempel & Outreach Staff

Submitted by Ellen Davis

The Occupational Therapy Department at the University of Manitoba would like to thank the following individuals and sites for their contributions to our fieldwork program for the Intermediate 2 fieldwork block from January through February 29, 2008. Our fieldwork program could not exist without your generous support. We appreciate all that you do to support the education of our future colleagues.

Alberta Childrens Hospital: Judy Clachrie, Pat Wodynski, Michelle Elliot. Bridgepoint Hospital: Kamini Ghandi. Burntwood Regional Health Authority-Thompson General Hospital: Brenda Roznowski, Jodi Goudey. Concordia

Hospital: Tanya Swanson, Celeste Perez. Co-Occurring Disorders Outreach Team; Sara Lazareck. CTS – Winnipeg: Gordon Neufeld, Val Cornejo. Deer Lodge Centre: Diane Nicholson, Erica Brown, Lorraine Mueller. Grace General Hospital: Jannell Hapke, Anne Marie Klassen. Healthcare Employees Benefits Plan: Richard Broadhurst, David Hallatt, Jocelyn Cook. Health Sciences Centre: Lisa Forbes Duchart, Linda Johnson, Lori Knott, Jennifer Nychek, Kellie Milloy, Kendra MacKinnon, Carol Zimmerman, Linda Bailes, Danielle Harling, Kim Baessler, Sheryl

Singer, Brenda Fjeldsted, Diane Stanley, Azel Navarro, Gina Devos, Cynthia Puttaert. Interlake Psychogeriatric Team: Marilyn Maartense, Tracy Yablonski. Jodene Neufeld OT Services: Jody Neufeld. Main Street Project

Inc: Michael Johnson. Manitoba Adolescent Treatment Centre: Andrea Wiebe, Alex Simms. Misericordia Health Centre: Corie Haslbeck. Portage District General Hospital: Nancy Neufeld. Providence Place: Nicole Ells.

Rehabilitation Centre for Children: Joanna Quanbury, Pam Becker. Saskatoon City Hospital: Mark Glover. School Therapy Services: Gina Kirchmann, Lisa Reis, Marsha Katz. Selkirk Mental Health Centre: Thomas Wisnowski. Seven Oaks General Hospital: Paula Makarenko. Society for Manitobans with Disabilities: Marlies Dyck, Leslie

Assor. St. Amant Centre: Jane Lawler, Marlys Nagy. St. Augustine School: Debbie Waring. St. Boniface Hospital: Marcy Fengler, Jonie Magat, Leyda Thalman, Theofili Dafnis, Kyla Brignall, Kim Roer. Victoria General

Hospital: Stacy Raynbird. Wascana Rehab Centre: Allison Tetlow, Lisa Merk, Sharon Schantz, Sheila Farnell, Xiao Qing Lu.

We hope you will continue to be involved in our program in the upcoming year(s).

Thanks again! P.S. If we have inadvertently left your name off this list, please accept our apology and let us know ASAP!

Editorial Policy Update is published 6 times per year and is distributed the first week of February, April, June, August, October, and December. Statements, claims and opinions made in articles and advertisements are those of the author or advertiser and do not necessarily reflect the views of MSOT members or executive. Submissions are subject to editorial changes. Submissions Submissions can be sent in typed hard copy, on a 3.5” disk or by email (in Microsoft format) and be no longer than 500 words (unless arrangements are made with the editors, Talia Prosick and Melissa Nance). Photographs are welcome. Employment Advertisements for Facilities: In Province: Commercial Advertisements: ¼ pg - $40.00/m; ½ pg - $60.00/m; 1 pg - $80.00/m 1 pg $100.00/m $570.00/year Out of Province: ½ pg $80.00/m $450.00/year ¼ pg - $50.00/m; ½ pg - $70.00/m; 1 pg - $90.00/m ¼ pg $60.00/m $330.00/year Business Card $30.00/m $150.00/year

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MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THE UPCOMING…

MASTER OF OCCUPATIONAL THERAPY INDEPENDENT STUDY SYMPOSIUM

Monday, June 23, 2008

9 am to 4 pm School of Medical Rehabilitation

University of Manitoba 771 McDermot Avenue, Winnipeg

EVENTS INCLUDE

Keynote Speaker DR. SARAH BOWEN

Director, Research and Evaluation Research and Applied Learning

Winnipeg Regional Health Authority

Concurrent student presentation of Independent Study projects on topics such as: Interprofessional education Evidence- based practice

Assistive technology, wheelchair seating and ergonomics Innovative program development

Program evaluation New instrument development and testing

Client-centred practice

AND MUCH MORE!

More information and a final symposium schedule will be posted in June 2008 at http://www.umanitoba.ca/faculties/medicine/units/medrehab/

To RSVP contact Lori Muzychka at 789-3409 or muzychka@cc.umanitoba.ca

For more information contact Jacquie Ripat at 789-3303 or ripatj@cc.umanitoba.ca

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Spring Fieldwork–Workshop Highlights On March 13th, Margaret Anne Campbell Rempel held the workshop “Introductory Fieldwork for Fieldwork Educators” in the morning and “Feedback and Evaluation” in the afternoon. These workshops, which are typically held in spring and fall, are ideal for those therapists who are new to the fieldwork educator role and/or would like a “refresher course”. On April 25th, Ellen Davis and Lisa Mendez held an interactive workshop on the “2:1 Collaborative Fieldwork Model” at the School of Medical Rehabilitation. This workshop provided an overview of the model (two students paired with one educator), advantages of its use, and tips for applying it in practice. The 10 attendees represented a variety of facilities, practice areas, and level of experience using the collaborative model. Although this model is not a new idea, it is becoming increasingly more common within Manitoba… there are six OTs using it in Intermediate I (May-June) and there are eight collaborative placements in Advanced (summer 2008)! On May 6th, Lisa Mendez presented “Theory 101” to the OT department at Misericordia Health Centre. The Person-Environment-Occupation model and the Occupational Performance Process Model were presented. On May 8th, Ellen Davis facilitated a working group for the OT department at Deer Lodge on “Writing Objectives for Fieldwork”. This working group initiated the task of developing objectives for each level of fieldwork education.

For more information on these or other workshops, please feel free to contact: Ellen Davis (480-1369 davise@cc.umanitoba.ca),

Lisa Mendez (977-5632 mendezl@cc.umanitoba.ca) or Margaret Anne Campbell Rempel (789-3992 or ma_campbell-rempel@umaniotba.ca)

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2008 Citation Award Presented at the

Ride, Roll and Stroll Fundraiser The Canadian Association of Occupational Therapists and The Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists are excited to honour The Manitoba Riding for the Disabled Association with a 2008 Citation Award. Each year Citation Awards are given to recognize the accomplishments of programs or individuals that have contributed to the health and well-being of Manitobans. Programs or individuals receiving these awards must also demonstrate support of occupational therapy philosophy. This year we are please to honour two well deserving recipients: The Citation Award was presented to the Manitoba Riding for the Disabled Association at their annual “Ride, Roll, and Stroll” fundraiser on June 1st, 2008. This event was held at the Assiniboine Downs from 12-4 pm.

The second citation award will be presentation in conjunction with occupational therapy month. Watch for more information in upcoming issues of Update.

OT Month - October 2008 It's never too early to start planning!

October is National Occupational Therapy Month and the National OT Month theme is “Yes I can!”. As your MSOT Public Relations Co-Chairs, we are currently brainstorming ideas for an event that will increase public awareness of Occupational Therapy. If you are interested in participating in the planning process please contact MSOT by phone: (204) 957-1214 or by email: msot@mts.net. In the past, PR has provided you with an array of information on ways to celebrate and promote our great profession during Occupational Therapy Month. Now is a great time to start planning! Please see below for our countdown of the Top Ten Things to do for OT Month. To make a difference requires an action and what better action to take than supporting your own profession. Good luck and have fun!

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Top Ten Things to do for OT Month

10) Decorate hallways, lounges, high traffic areas with buttons, balloons, posters, wellness tips and info about OT. Place flash cards on lunch tables with case studies and OT intervention strategies. 9) Have an OT potluck breakfast. Invite your co-workers to celebrate OT month over a tasty and well balanced breakfast to start the day on the right foot. 8) Use the CAOT theme "Yes I can!", with a positive short message on your voicemail and email messages. 7) Write a short story or email to the local newspaper, television and radio stations. Share a success story highlighting OT’s contribution and the result of an OT intervention. Be attentive to patient confidentiality considerations. 6) Participate in the community by volunteering to speak at health fairs, senior centers or schools. Contact MSOT to help plan and volunteer for events in the community. 5) Have an OT open house or set up a general OT display in a public area at your facility, such as a lobby or cafeteria, highlighting the value of OT’s role in your facility and in other practice areas. Include handouts and a free draw for all those stopping by. 4) Make a contribution to your facility newsletter mentioning OT month, share some wellness tips and/or submit an article about OT. 3) Host formal or informal education session (i.e. a lunch in-service) for co-workers on OT-related topics such as stress management, taking care of your back, or something specifically related to your program. Tip: sharing goodies usually draws larger crowds. 2) Play OT "Name That Device" guessing game, ADL equipment bingo or distribute an OT quiz. The department with the most correct answers wins a prize (perhaps a basket of treats for the winning ward, put together by talented OTs). 1) Give out tea bags to non-OT co-workers, place a large "O" on the tea bag, and invite them to an "O-Tea Party!" Celebrate all the important contributions OTs make to help people live healthier more satisfying lives. The best promotional strategy is simply speaking about the profession of Occupational Therapy to everyone! For more OT Month ideas and resources, check out www.caot.ca and www.otworks.ca All the best!

Amy Collins and Jennifer Nychek MSOT Public Relations Co-Chairs

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Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists

Annual Golf Tournament

Calling All Golfers…

Join us for a social night out! Sign up for our Annual Golf Tournament!

Friday June 20th Tee off at 5:30pm

Harbour View Golf Course and Recreation Complex

1867 Springfield Road

Fees: $35/player for 9 holes of golf and supper after tournament

Forms and payment should be submitted to Megan Land McCarthy or Paige McCullough by June 6th 2008

(See form insert in Newsletter)

Update Vol. 13 Issue 3 11 IT’S CLASSIFIED . . . ANNOUNCEMENTS New COTF Awards for 2008 – Congratulations to COTF on their 25th anniversary! Community Rehab Master's Scholarship – Deadline September 30, 2008 The Community Rehab Occupational Therapy Scholarship Award was established in 2007 by Community Rehab to support community based projects. This award provides support for occupational therapy research projects that advance rehabilitation at the community level ranging from home care services to health supported school care. Awards are made annually for up to $5,000 each. The awards are seed funds for mainly pilot or feasibility projects. Preference will be given to applicants heading up community based projects in Ontario. COTF Future Scholar Award – Deadline September 30, 2008 The COTF Future Scholar Award is sponsored by COTF. Similar to the COTF / Roulston Innovation Award, each academic institution that is interested in the award must contact skamble@cotfcanada.org by September 30, 2008 to inform COTF of its interest. The award is for Master's professional students where the accent would be on research in the professional program. The award is for potential in research. The faculty at the given academic institution would be responsible for choosing the student(s) who has potential for capital R research, but is currently engaged in small r research. COTF will send a cheque for $100 in the name of the academic institution. The award would be presented at an event, such as an awards ceremony, where COTF would receive some exposure. COTF would like to receive copies of the brochures in which COTF is recognized for the award. CONFERENCES End-of-Life Ethics & Decision-Making: Current Policy Debates about Withholding and Withdrawing Treatment. Theatre A, Brodie Centre, U of M Bannatyne Campus, Winnipeg. June 9, 2008 9am - 5pm. This one-day conference will focus on the content of the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Manitoba 2008 Statement on Withholding and Withdrawing Life-Sustaining Treatment, including a critical analysis of legal & ethical issues; concerns voiced by persons living with disabilities; and a “Town Hall” discussion of themes addressed throughout the day. Guest Speaker: Dr. Jocelyn Downie, Canada Research Chair, Health Law & Policy. For information or to register contact: Lindsey Troschuk at 474-7347 or troschuk@cc.umanitoba.ca

CONFERENCES – continued Breaking Through the Barriers to Recovery: Psychosocial Rehabilitation/Réadaptation Psychosociale Canada 2008 National Conference. Marlborough Hotel, Winnipeg, MB. September 17-19, 2008. Topics include Housing, Substance Use Disorders, Spirituality, Vocation, Deinstitutionalization and Recovery stories. These topics will appeal to consumers, family, practitioners, students or researchers/policy makers. Keynote speaker is Bill MacPhee, CEO and founder of Schizophrenia Digest. For more information and registration visit www.psrrpscanada.ca 2ND National Stroke Rehabilitation Conference: What’s new in stroke rehabilitation? Winnipeg Convention Centre, Winnipeg, MB. September 18-19, 2008. This year’s conference promises to build on the success of 2007 by bringing you even more options for learning with 27 speakers who will share their knowledge in keynote sessions and workshops. Register online today at www.heartandstroke.mb.ca Health and Wellbeing in Persons with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities: Children, Youth and Adults. The Coast Plaza Hotel and Suites Vancouver, BC. September 24-26, 2008. Information and brochure available online at http://www.interprofessional.ubc.ca/Developmental_Disabilities.html OT Atlantic 2008 is being held in Halifax, NS, October 3-4, 2008. The theme of OT Atlantic is "Diversity in Practice - Catch the Beat!" Deadline for submission is April 7, 2008. For more information, please contact scott.thieu@iwk.nshealth.ca or nicole.boudreau@iwk.nshealth.ca

Manitoba Elder Abuse Conference: Partnering toward the prevention of abuse of older adults. Victoria Inn, Winnipeg MB. October 27-28, 2008. The first provincial conference on elder abuse that will bring together older adults, law enforcement and other professionals to: increase awareness and understanding of elder abuse; increase capacity and skills to respond to elder abuse; share elder abuse resources and promising approaches. For more information contact Age & Opportunity 956-6440 or conference@ageopportunity.mb.ca

12 Update Vol. 13 Issue 2 IT’S CLASSIFIED . . . RESEARCH & EDUCATION 2008 Physical Activity for Public Health Course. Banff Park Lodge, Banff, AB. September 29 to October 2, 2008. Canadian Fitness and Lifestyle Research Institute (CFLRI) is pleased to invite you to attend its third annual Physical Activity for Public Health Practitioners course, a professional development opportunity which specifically targets increasing effectiveness in building a healthy active community. This intensive, four-day, academic-style program, brings together theory, best practice, and communications. This course provides international insights as well as a uniquely Canadian perspective on increasing knowledge about physical activity. Please note spaces are limited to ensure the most productive and engaging learning environment with our internationally recognized faculty team. For more information please visit us on-line at http://www.cflri.ca/eng/info/2008_paph_info.php> www.cflri.ca 5th Annual WRHA Level Two: Ethics Resource Workshop. October 29-31, 2008. Are you interested in learning more about: the role of conflict resolution in ethical situations; systematic approach to ethics in clinical decision-making; where to find additional ethics resources in Winnipeg and on the web. This workshop is intended for experienced health care providers working in direct care contexts. It is a component of the multi-level WRHA Ethics Resource Strategy. The purpose of the Strategy is to improve the availability of ethics resources in the Winnipeg Health Region, particularly in direct care contexts that historically have had few such resources. Contact WRHA Ethics Services at 926-7124 or ethics@wrha.mb.ca

RESEARCH & EDUCATION – continued Pediatric Physiotherapy Symposium: Moving forward in 2008. Winnipeg, MB. November 7-8, 2008. Presented by the Health Sciences Centre Children’s Hospital Physiotherapy Department . This symposium will combine plenary and breakout sessions to provide clinicians with current information on physiotherapy management of various conditions. Topics are relevant for preschool as well as school age clients. The program is primarily intended for Physiotherapists but other disciplines are welcome to attend. Brochure and Registration forms will be available in September 2008. For further information please contact Carrie Fruehm at cfruehm@hsc.mb.ca

3rd International Conference on Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder. Integrating Research, Policy, and Promising Practice Around the World: A Catalyst for Change. Victoria Conference Centre, Victoria, BC. March 11th-14th, 2009. Accepting abstract submissions until June 30th, 2008. This conference will provide education and informative updates on fetal alcohol spectrum disorder and complex health components specific to individuals with FASD, and showcase best practices in the field. Advance Notice/Call for Presentations now available at http://www.interprofessional.ubc.ca/FASD09.htm.

Have a safe summer – see you in August!

Manitoba Society of Occupational Therapists

Issue August October

Deadline July 10 September 10

Update Editorial Policy Update is published 6 times per year. Statements, claims and opinions made in articles and advertisements are those of the author or advertiser and do not necessarily reflect the views of MSOT members or executive. Submissions are subject to editorial changes.

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Annual Golf Tournament

Alternative 2 person shot Friday, June 20th, 2008

Harbour View Golf Course Fees include: 1867 Springfield Road 9 holes of golf Fees: $35/player Supper after tournament

Registration form: Please complete by June 6th, 2008

Mail this form complete with payment of $35.00 per player to reserve your place in the tournament

Forms may be faxed provided payment is made by June 2nd, 2008. Please list you and your partner’s name below. Golf club rentals are available. Golf carts rentals are available by calling Harbour view golf course at 222-2751.

Contact person: _________________________________ Tel: _________________ Fax: ________________ Address: _______________________________________ Player 2: _______________________________________Tel: _________________ Fax: _______________ Address: ________________________________________

Payment Enclosed _______Amount enclosed $____________ (please make cheques payable to MSOT)

Mail or Fax to: Food options, please check: Paige McCullough ____Meat option Child Health OT Dept. Winnipeg Health Sciences Centre ____Vegetarian option CH 232- 840 Sherbrook St. Winnipeg, MB., R3A 1S1 Phone: 787-2641 Fax: 787-1965