BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association - ECPv6.15.20//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://sparthritis.ca X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20230312T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20231105T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Toronto BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Vancouver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20220313T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20221106T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20230312T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20231105T090000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0800 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:PDT DTSTART:20240310T100000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0800 TZNAME:PST DTSTART:20241103T090000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T123000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250623T160000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20250210T150915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250610T164902Z UID:10000751-1750681800-1750694400@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:CSA and SPARCC - axSpA Summit 2025 DESCRIPTION:Axial Spondyloarthritis (AS/axSpA) is more prominent than rheumatoid arthritis. It affects over 500\,000 people in Canada. Yet\, patients still endure a 7 to 10 year wait for diagnosis. That’s nearly a decade lost to pain\, disability\, and preventable damage. \nThis is our national call to action. Join us for the AS/axSpA Back Summit — the first event of its kind — bringing together leading voices from primary care\, allied health\, rheumatology\, and patient advocacy. Together\, we aim to develop collaborative strategies to shorten the path to diagnosis and transform care. \nYour contribution will help shape a formal\, published report of recommendations designed to influence policy\, systems and improve the diagnostic journey for Canadians living with axSpA. All participants will be acknowledged in this landmark publication that will be made available nationally and will be used as a roadmap for subsequent actions and advocacy. \nWhy Attend? \nMany patients present first with back pain to primary care providers\, allied healthcare providers\, physiotherapists and chiropractors like you. You are a key individual in their path to being diagnosed in a timely manner\, giving them the best opportunity for early and successful treatment. \nBy attending this event\, you will: \n\nBe acknowledged and recognized in a nationally endorsed publication report\, which will shape future policy and care standards for axSpA diagnosis across Canada\nLearn how to identify key red flags for AS/axSpA\nUnderstand the patient journey to identify key touchpoints and opportunities\nCollaborate across disciplines to develop actionable strategies to reduce the delay\nGain enhanced knowledge to support earlier detection of AS/axSpA\nLeverage your voice and work across disciplines to develop strategies to reduce the delay in diagnosis\n\nWhat’s Included? \nLunch Provided: Enjoy a delicious meal while networking with peers.Interactive Learning: Group discussions led by expert facilitators. \nKeynote Speakers: \nDr. Robert Inman\, Dr. Nigil Haroon\, Ms. Laura Passalent \nAgenda: \n12:15 – 1:00 PM: Lunch\, Networking and Registration1:00 – 1:15 PM: Official Opening and Welcome\, Moderator Introductions1:15 – 1:25: Unmasking Axial Spondyloarthritis: Setting the Stage for Change1:25 – 1:35: The Diagnostic Track1:35 – 1:45: Lost Years and Ending the Wait: The importance of early diagnosis and emerging therapeutic outcomes1:45 – 2:00: Patient Journey Experience2:00 – 3:45: Moderated Table Discussions3:45 – 4:00: Summary of Outcomes and Recommendations / Close \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Reserve your Sport URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/csa-and-sparcc-summit-2025/ LOCATION:BMO Education & Conference Centre\, 60 Leonard Avenue\, Toronto\, ON\, M5T 2R1\, Canada CATEGORIES:HCP events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/AxSpA-Back-Summit-logos.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250119T170000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20250107T192957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250107T193534Z UID:10000750-1737284400-1737306000@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Montreal Support Group : In-person Meet-Up DESCRIPTION:Join us for a welcoming and supportive meet-up for individuals living with spondyloarthritis in Montreal. This group provides a safe space to share experiences\, exchange tips on managing symptoms\, and connect with others who truly understand the challenges of living with this condition. Whether you’re newly diagnosed or have been living with spondyloarthritis for some time\, we invite you to come together\, find encouragement\, and build a supportive community. URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/montreal-support-group-meet-up/ LOCATION:Tim Hortons (Decarie Blvd)\, 7430 Decarie Blvd\, Montreal\, QC\, H4P 2N1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Live Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Montreal.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241127T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241127T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20241104T171226Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T124522Z UID:10000739-1732730400-1732739400@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:2024 AxSpA Virtual Patient Forum - by the CSA & SPARCC DESCRIPTION:Join SPARCC experts Dr. Inman\, Dr. Haroon\, and Laura Passalent for a virtual forum on spondyloarthritis insights\, treatments\, and support.\n\n\nJoin us for an engaging virtual forum on spondyloarthritis\, hosted in collaboration with SPARCC (Spondyloarthritis Research Consortium of Canada). This interactive event will feature insights from renowned experts\, including Dr. Robert Inman and Dr. Nigil Haroon\, who will share the latest advancements in research\, treatments\, and management strategies for spondyloarthritis. Laura Passalent\, a specialized physiotherapist\, will also provide valuable guidance on effective physical therapy practices and lifestyle modifications. This forum is a unique opportunity to gain knowledge\, connect with others\, and empower yourself with the latest information and support for living well with spondyloarthritis. \nPLEASE NOTE : Ticket Holders Must still register for the event here. URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/axspa-virtual-patient-forum-2024/ CATEGORIES:Live Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2025/02/32d1903d48e947784a48afcf744dcbfa-8rzUow.tmp_.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240625T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20240613T134450Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240613T144720Z UID:10000738-1719343800-1719345600@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Join Us for an Exclusive Q&A Webinar on Psoriatic Arthritis with Dr. Michel Zummer! DESCRIPTION:We are thrilled to invite you to an exclusive French-language webinar premiere hosted by the Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association on the pertinent topic of Psoriatic Arthritis. This engaging session will feature a comprehensive Q&A session led by our incredible volunteer support group leader Lucie Martel with the esteemed Dr. Michel Zummer. \nJoin us as we address your frequently asked questions. Understanding the complexities\, treatments\, and management strategies for psoriatic arthritis is crucial for patients\, caregivers\, and healthcare professionals alike. That’s why we’re excited to bring you this unique opportunity to hear directly with a leading expert in the field. \nEvent Details:\nTitle: l’Arthrite Psoriasique – Séance de questions-réponsesDate  : Mardi 25 juinTime: 7:30 PM EST \nDon’t miss out on this invaluable opportunity to gain insights and connect with others in the Psoriatic Arthritis community. Register now to get notified when the webinar goes live! \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Miss the presentation with Dr. Zummer? Watch it here. URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/join-us-for-an-exclusive-qa-webinar-on-psoriatic-arthritis-with-dr-michel-zummer/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Webinar_20240624FR-header.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20240130T200000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20231206T171803Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240129T172633Z UID:10000662-1706643000-1706644800@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Dealing with New Diagnosis - A Mental Health Webinar DESCRIPTION:Our upcoming webinar focuses on navigating the emotional journey that follows a new diagnosis\, acknowledging that it is a process akin to grieving. A new diagnosis\, especially of a chronic condition\, often prompts a range of emotions that may mirror the stages of grief. Our expert speakers will guide participants through understanding and coping with these emotions\, providing valuable insights into the psychological aspects of adjusting to a changed health landscape. Additionally\, the webinar will delve into effective strategies for managing Chronic Disease Distress (CDD) and nurturing mental well-being. Attendees will gain practical tools and resources to enhance their resilience and empower them to proactively address the challenges that may arise with a new diagnosis\, fostering a holistic approach to health and healing. \nDr Dayna’s Bio \nDr. Dayna Lee-Baggley is a Registered Clinical Psychologist in British Columbia\, Alberta\, Ontario and Nova Scotia. Her registrations include clinical psychology\, health psychology\, and organizational psychology. She is the co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of the ImpACTme app. She worked for almost 15 years in multidisciplinary teams on medical\, surgical and cancer care hospital units. She also conducts research as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine\, with a cross appointment in the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University and an Adjunct Professor appointment in the Department of Psychology at Saint Mary’s University. She is the author of the book “Healthy Habits Suck: How to get off the couch & live a healthy life…even if you don’t want to.” URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/dealing-with-new-diagnosis-a-mental-health-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/DealingwithNewDiagnosis_Event.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231205T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231205T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20231031T142828Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231120T205306Z UID:10000659-1701804600-1701808200@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Living With Psoriatic Arthritis - All you need to know DESCRIPTION:Get ready to learn everything about living with psoriatic arthritis in this online event – we’ve got you covered with all the essential info\n\n\nLiving With Psoriatic Arthritis – All you need to know \nWe recognize the challenges associated with accessing accurate and current information concerning Psoriatic Arthritis (PsA). That’s precisely why\, once again this year\, we have connected with Dr. Vinod Chandran to deliver an up-to-date information session on Psoriatic Arthritis. In this session\, Dr. Chandran will provide a high level overview that will cover PsA diagnosis\, symptoms\, comorbidities\, and treatment options while addressing inquiries from our community. \n  \nDr Chandran Bio: \nVinod Chandran MBBS\, MD\, DM\, PhD\, FRCPC\, a rheumatologist\, is a clinician-scientist at the Krembil Research Institute and an Associate Professor of Medicine & Laboratory Medicine and Pathobiology at the University of Toronto. He is an expert in psoriatic arthritis and co-directs the Psoriatic Disease Program at the Schroeder Arthritis Institute. His translational research program is focused on developing proteomics and metabolomics-based screening and prognostic tools for psoriatic arthritis\, with support by grants from the Canadian Institutes of Health Research\, the National Psoriasis Foundation\, the Arthritis Society\, and the Krembil Foundation. He has published more than 200 papers. He is a member of the executive committee of the Group for Research and Assessment of Psoriasis and Psoriatic Arthritis and co-chairs its research committee. \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Submit your questions in advance URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/living-with-psoriatic-arthritis-all-you-need-to-know/ CATEGORIES:Upcoming Webinars,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Psosriatic-Arthritis_EB-UPDATED-e1700512696330.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231106T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231106T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20231017T200448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231102T234343Z UID:10000658-1699293600-1699302600@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Toronto Axial-Spondyloarthritis Patient Forum - Virtual SignUP DESCRIPTION:Join the Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association (CSA) in conjunction with the Spondyloarthritis Research Consortium of Canada (SPARCC) as we bring back our patient forum. Join three of SPARCC’s key members to discuss topics such as diagnosis\, treatment\, daily and pain management and the benefits of physical activity. \nFeaturing: \nROBERT D. INMAN\, MD\, FRCPC \n\nProfessor\, Department of Medicine\, University of Toronto;\nDeputy Physician in Chief\, Research\, Medicine\, University Health Network (UHN)\nCo-Director\, Schroeder Arthritis Institute\, UHN;\nDirector\, Spondylitis Program\, UHN – Toronto Western Hospital\n\nNIGIL HAROON\, MD\, PhD\, DM\, FRCPC \n\nAssociate Professor of Medicine and Rheumatology\, University of Toronto;\nClinician Scientist and Attending Physician\, Division head – Rheumatology\,\nUniversity Health Network & Mt. Sinai Hospital;\nScientist\, Krembil Research Institute; Schroeder Arthritis Institute\nCo-Director\, Spondylitis Program\, UHN – Toronto Western Hospital\n\nLAURA PASSALENT\, PT\, BScPT\, MHSc\, ACPAC \n\nPhysiotherapist Practitioner\, Clinician Investigator\, Schroeder Arthritis Institute\,\nKrembil Research Institute\, Toronto Western Hospital\, University Health Network;\nAssociate Program Director\, Advanced Clinician Practitioner in Arthritis Care Program (ACPAC)\nCentre for Professional Development\, Faculty of Medicine\, University of Toronto\n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Live in the GTA and want to participate in-person?Click HERE instead! URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/toronto-spondyloarthritis-patient-forum-virtual-signup/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231106T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231106T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20231004T161309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231101T151547Z UID:10000657-1699290000-1699302600@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Toronto Axial-Spondyloarthritis Patient Forum DESCRIPTION:Join the Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association (CSA) in conjunction with the Spondyloarthritis Research Consortium of Canada (SPARCC) as we bring back our in-person patient forum.   Join three of SPARCC’s key members to discuss topics such as daily and pain management\,  clinical trials for SpA\,  and the benefits of physical activity.  \nComplimentary Dinner for Registrants and their guests! \nAgenda:5:00 – 6:00 – Registration / Dinner6:00 – Welcome – CSA / SPARCC6:15 – 6:45 – Dr. Inman6:45 – 7:15 – Dr. Haroon7:15 – 7:30 – Bio Break7:30 – 8:00 – Laura Passalent8:00 – 8:30 – CSA Resources + Close \n \nFeaturing: \nROBERT D. INMAN\, MD\, FRCPC \n\nProfessor\, Department of Medicine\, University of Toronto;\nDeputy Physician in Chief\, Research\, Medicine\, University Health Network (UHN)\nCo-Director\, Schroeder Arthritis Institute\, UHN;\nDirector\, Spondylitis Program\, UHN – Toronto Western Hospital\n\nNIGIL HAROON\, MD\, PhD\, DM\, FRCPC \n\nAssociate Professor of Medicine and Rheumatology\, University of Toronto;\nClinician Scientist and Attending Physician\, Division head – Rheumatology\,\nUniversity Health Network & Mt. Sinai Hospital;\nScientist\, Krembil Research Institute; Schroeder Arthritis Institute\nCo-Director\, Spondylitis Program\, UHN – Toronto Western Hospital\n\nLAURA PASSALENT\, PT\, BScPT\, MHSc\, ACPAC \n\nPhysiotherapist Practitioner\, Clinician Investigator\, Schroeder Arthritis Institute\,\nKrembil Research Institute\, Toronto Western Hospital\, University Health Network;\nAssociate Program Director\, Advanced Clinician Practitioner in Arthritis Care Program (ACPAC)\nCentre for Professional Development\, Faculty of Medicine\, University of Toronto\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ask your question in Advance\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n THIS REGISTRATION IS FOR IN-PERSON ATTENDANCE ONLY.   IF YOU WOULD LIKE TO REGISTER VIRTALLY\, PLEASE CLICK HERE URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/toronto-spondyloarthritis-patient-forum/ LOCATION:BMO Education & Conference Centre\, 60 Leonard Avenue\, Toronto\, ON\, M5T 2R1\, Canada CATEGORIES:Live Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/2023PatientForumTO_900-x-400-px.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20231024T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20231003T174820Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231003T175402Z UID:10000656-1698175800-1698181200@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Recharging your Batteries DESCRIPTION:Recharging your Batteries : Psychological strategies to effectively manage chronic disease\n\n\n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nIn today’s fast-paced world\, finding ways to recharge and prioritize your mental well-being is crucial. Dr. Dayna Lee-Baggley\, a leading authority in mental health\, brings her expertise and compassionate insights to help you navigate the challenges of daily life. \nJoin the CSA for an enlightening and empowering virtual event\, “Recharging Your Batteries\,” featuring the renowned mental health expert\, Dr. Dayna Lee-Baggley. She’ll be giving you tips and tricks for staying healthy in a stressful world and providing psychological strategies to effectively manage chronic disease. We hope that this inspiring and informative session is the first step towards a happier\, healthier you. \n  \nDr Dayna’s Bio \nDr. Dayna Lee-Baggley is a Registered Clinical Psychologist in British Columbia\, Alberta\, Ontario and Nova Scotia. Her registrations include clinical psychology\, health psychology\, and organizational psychology. She is the co-founder and Chief Scientific Officer of the ImpACTme app. She worked for almost 15 years in multidisciplinary teams on medical\, surgical and cancer care hospital units. She also conducts research as an Assistant Professor in the Department of Family Medicine\, with a cross appointment in the Department of Psychology & Neuroscience at Dalhousie University and an Adjunct Professor appointment in the Department of Psychology at Saint Mary’s University. She is the author of the book “Healthy Habits Suck: How to get off the couch & live a healthy life…even if you don’t want to.” \n  \n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Submit your questions in advance URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/recharging-your-batteries/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Recharging-your-Batteries_EventBanner-1920-x-1080-px-e1696358962588.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230925T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230925T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20230830T205438Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230831T130328Z UID:10000586-1695670200-1695673800@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Layered Pain Management for Chronic Pain DESCRIPTION:September is National Pain Awareness Month! In honor\, the CSA is happy to introduce Dr. Max Sun for our Pain Management webinar. He’ll be presenting a session titled “Layered Pain Management for Chronic Pain”. Dr. Sun has a full spectrum rheumatology practice near Vancouver General Hospital\, as well as practicing at CHANGEpain and will be providing fantastic and unique insight on how pain treatment is addressed. \nWant to submit your questions ahead of time?  Click here \n\n\n\n  URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/layered-pain-management-for-chronic-pain/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PainManagement_Webinar_EB-1-e1693439527271.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230918T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230918T210000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20230910T142429Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230910T185059Z UID:10000589-1695063600-1695070800@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:2023 Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association - AGM DESCRIPTION:The Canadian Spondyloarthritis Association is holding its Annual General Meeting on Monday \, September 18th\, 2023@ 7:00pm EDT via Zoom webcast.   \nAs members\, you are welcome to join us as we review the organization’s accomplishments over the past year and confirm our Board of Directors. \nThe list of nominees standing for the Board of Directors are: \n\nMoataz Daoud\nErika Decker-Brimacombe\nAnthony Florendo\nDon Bidon\n\nIf you are available to join the AGM virtually\, register below.  If you are not available to attend\, you may also complete the proxy. \nIf you have any questions\, please email execdirector@sparthritis.ca \nWe welcome and encourage all members to attend! URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/2023-canadian-spondyloarthritis-association-agm/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/09/AGM_COVER_2023-e1694366589355.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20230501 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20230601 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20230412T175518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T150045Z UID:10000044-1682899200-1685577599@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Walk Your A.S. Off - 2023 DESCRIPTION: URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/walk-your-a-s-off-2023/ CATEGORIES:World AS Day Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/04/WalkYourAsOff-WalkingFP.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230425T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230425T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20230327T181714Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230417T155330Z UID:10000043-1682451000-1682454600@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Enteropathic Arthritis - Review/Q&A DESCRIPTION:The CSA would like to invite you to join us with Sherry Rohekar for our April webinar on Enterophatic Arthritis (EnA). Dr. Rohekar is a rheumatologist with St. Joseph’s Healthcare System in London\, Ontario\, the Program Director of the Rheumatology Postgraduate Education Program\, and President of the Spondyloarthritis Research Consortium of Canada (SPARCC). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER HERE\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content.\n\n\n \n\n\n \n \n \n\n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in reviewing our recorded webinars?\n \n Click Here URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/enteropathic-arthritis-review-qa/ CATEGORIES:Live Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/EnaWebinar_2023-FrontPage.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230401T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Vancouver:20230401T120000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20230227T142314Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230303T234712Z UID:10000038-1680336000-1680350400@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:SPARCC & CSA Patient Forum - British Columbia DESCRIPTION:Join the CSA & SPARCC for the BC installment of this regional patient forum\n\n\nWe will have speakers talking about diagnosis and management of spondyloarthritis\, juvenile spondyloarthritis\, exercise\, mental health\, and patients sharing their experiences living with this condition. \nWe welcome family and friends to attend. We aim to have a live stream of the talk available as well (zoom link to follow). Coffee\, tea\, and refreshments will be served in the atrium but are not allowed in the lecture room. \nNote : A link will be sent out by email to registrants who wish not attend virtually URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/sparcc-csa-patient-forum-british-columbia/ LOCATION:Paetzhold AuditoriumPaetzhold Auditorium (Vancouver General Hospital main floor behind the volunteer desk)\, 899 West 12th Avenue Vancouver\, Vancouver\, BC\, V5Z 1M9\, Canada CATEGORIES:Live Events,SPARCC Patient Forum 2022 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/SPARCC_Fontpage_BC-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230322T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230322T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20230125T142627Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T021216Z UID:10000032-1679513400-1679517000@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Mindful Eating & Chronic Illness - A Free Webinar DESCRIPTION:Are you looking to learn more about mindful eating? The CSA and registered dietician Samantha Holmgren are hosting a free webinar to help you understand the basics of mindful eating. This webinar is open to all members\, regardless of whether you have spondyloarthritis or not. Join us for this informative and interactive session as we discuss the importance of mindful eating in our daily lives. \nHow can Mindful eating help with spondyloarthritis?\n\nWe know\, generally\, what humans need to be healthy. But there are details that vary from person to person. Mindful & intuitive eating help you uncover what works for you\nHaving energy and feeling well feels good. Mindful eating allows you to notice the habits that energize you — and which ones don’t.\nWhen you force yourself to use “willpower” and white-knuckle your way to change your habits\, it gets harder and harder over time. Mindfulness get easier over time. It feels good and makes you want more!\nHow many diets have you tried? How many worked? It doesn’t matter if it “worked” for a month or two\, that is nothing when compared to all the years you will have lived. I’m talking true long-term success. The vast majority of diets were never designed to last. But there is another way.\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Register HERE!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in submitting your questions ahead of time?  Use the form below:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Notice: JavaScript is required for this content. URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/mindful-eating-chronic-illness-a-free-webinar/ CATEGORIES:Live Events,Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/1_20230308_124456_0000.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20230216T203000 DTSTAMP:20260504T230915 CREATED:20230109T180722Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230211T141344Z UID:10000030-1676575800-1676579400@sparthritis.ca SUMMARY:Pregnancy & Arthritis DESCRIPTION:Join the CSA and Dr. Carl Laskin for a very special webinar on arthritis and pregnancy\n\n\nThe CSA is excited to host Dr. Carl Laskin for a very special webinar on arthritis and pregancy. Dr. Laskin\, who is a rheumatologist that specializes in pregnant patients\, will provide valuable information on the interaction of medicine as well as will be answering any questions you may have. We encourage you to submit your questions ahead of time. \nTopics will include: \n\nFamily planning and discussions with your doctor\nWhen will I be ready to go forward and try to get pregnant?\nIs spondylitis and other rheumatic diseases associated with fertility problems?\nIf I get pregnant\, what are my next steps?\nWhat can I expect during pregnancy regarding my underlying spondylitis?\nAre there special considerations regarding labour and delivery? Will I need a cesarian section?\nAfter delivery\, will my spondylitis flare?\nNow my child is 2 years of age and my partner and I are planning another pregnancy. How should I proceed? URL:https://sparthritis.ca/event/pregnancy-arthritis/ CATEGORIES:Webinars ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://sparthritis.ca/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/PregnancyArthritis_Webinar_1000x640.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR