Category: Conferences and Events

The deadline is fast approaching for the 8th Positive Leadership Development Institute (PLDI) – Core Leadership Training in B.C., taking place on May 28-31, 2015 at Loon Lake, Maple Ridge, BC. The application deadline is Monday, April 13th at 4:00 pm. Click here for application forms and information on how to apply. The Core Leadership… Read more »

Wednesday, April 8th @2:00pm EST It’s show time! Join the 5th edition of our online talk show “What’s hot with PRAs in Canada” for peer researchers and those who work with them.   Our host: James Watson from the Ontario HIV Treatment Network and contributor to the unique online resource The Learning Place where everybody can… Read more »

CAHR 2015: Symposia, Special Sessions and Ancillary Events

The 24th Annual Canadian Conference on HIV/AIDS Research (CAHR 2015) has a stellar program that will continue to foster collaboration and co-operation among our research communities. The program overview and majority of session descriptions are now available online. In addition to the exceptional plenary and concurrent oral abstract sessions developed by the Scientific Program Committee, there… Read more »

AVI presents a ‘Lunch & Learn’ on the topic of Hepatitis C for Healthcare and Service Providers. They will cover the basics of hepatitis C including testing, transmission, and community resources, followed by an update on current and upcoming treatments provided by treatment nurses. Light lunch and refreshments provided. Victoria: Wednesday March 25th 12:00pm-2:00pm Access… Read more »

ANKORS, Positive Womens’ Network and CATIE invite you to attend an Educational Day for Frontline Service Providers working with people living with HIV and/or Hep C. Date: Wednesday March 25, 2015 Time: 11:30am-4:pm (lunch included) Cost: Free Location: 333 Victoria St. “the Pink Building”, 2nd floor: in the room across from Public Health, Nelson BC… Read more »

This online session will explore the topics of episodic disability, rehabilitation in the context of HIV, and vocational rehabilitation. We’ve designed this session so it’s relevant for both community members and service providers. The hosts will explore why access to rehabilitation services is a key priority facing people living with HIV in Canada, and what… Read more »

Monday March 2, 2015 @1:00 p.m. ET In commemoration of Sexual and Reproductive Health (SRH) Awareness Week, the Public Health Agency is pleased to host this webinar featuring two new resources for the prevention and control of sexually transmitted infections. First, we will be highlighting the launch of this year’s SRH Awareness Campaign led by… Read more »

CATIE Webinar: New HIV Testing Approaches

Register now Thursday, March 5, 2015 @ 1 p.m. ET Evidence suggests that between 87% and 97% of people will choose a rapid HIV test over a standard HIV test. CATIE’s Programming Connection has profiled several programs that use rapid and point-of-care testing in non-clinical venues to reach people who might not otherwise get tested…. Read more »