Our goal is to bring together our key stakeholders made up of Veterans, clinicians, researchers, and government partners to engage in learning and meaningful discussion providing us feedback related to improving care and well-being for Veterans with chronic pain. Expect presentations from experts, including clinicians, researchers, and Veterans, and small and large group discussions.
Note: There will be assigned seating in order to mix various participants and drive discussion.
• Attend sessions and give your undivided attention to speakers and other participants
• Listen and reflect on the topics and different perspectives presented
• Share what others should know about your role or experience
• Be open to hearing from others what you should know about them
• Understand that topics discussed may be emotional, and there are designated participants in the room who can offer support if you want someone to talk to
• Network! And share your contact information with other participants
• Equity, Diversity, Inclusion (EDI) – The Workshop Organizers are committed to promoting and practicing EDI principles. We strive to create an inclusive environment that celebrates the richness of diverse perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Through a collective effort, we have intentionally planned this workshop to provide equitable access to learning and networking opportunities and ensure that all participants, feel valued, respected, and heard
• Location – Our meeting room is located on the ninth floor in the banquet wing of the hotel.
• Workshop Attire – Dress to your level of personal preference
• Monday Night Social – The venue for our Monday evening social, Terrasse Nelligan, is a 8-minute walk from the hotel in Old Port Montreal. Terrasse Nelligan is a rooftop patio located on the fifth floor of the Hotel Nelligan, with elevators to your right past the reception desk. Kindly dress accordingly as the venue is a covered outdoor space. Please see the workshop homepage for walking directions.
• Veterans (including members of the Advisory Council for Veterans)
• Clinicians (from interdisciplinary pain management clinic partners across Canada)
• Researchers and Graduate students
• Representatives from Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF)
• Staff from the Atlas Institute for Veterans and Families and the Canadian Institute for Military and Veteran Health Research (CIMVHR)
• Members of the CPCoE’s Board of Directors and Scientific Advisory Board
Phone: 905-546-9697 ext 2001
email: events@vcp-vdc.ca