Health Research Conference 2024
Cape Breton University (CBU) in partnership with Nova Scotia Health is hosting a conference on October 17, 18 and 19, 2024.
The theme for this year’s event is Collaborative Approaches to Healthy Rural Communities. The conference will be held in beautiful Unama’ki-Cape Breton, at the Membertou Trade and Convention Centre.
Conference Schedule
You can review the entire Conference Schedule online, or download the Conference Schedule as a PDF.
We are also pleased to welcome community organizations, who will have information exhibits and be on-hand to engage with delegates during the conference, including:
Cape Breton Regional Hospital Foundation is a registered charity, responsible for raising funds to strengthen health care in Cape Breton. The Foundation and donors have raised multi-millions to fund priority health care needs at the Cape Breton Regional Hospital and beyond. Most recently, the CBRHF raised $1,315,704.60 during Radio Day 2024 earlier this month.
CBU Students’ Union (CBUSU) is a not-for-profit organization and the collective voice for CBU students. The CBUSU advocates for a high-quality, fully accessible education system that recognizes students as the priority in the educational process. In addition, they offer various student services, organize events, and assist new and returning students to help them feel safe, included, and involved in the local community.
Caregivers Nova Scotia provides programs, services, and strong advocacy for caregivers, and are passionate about the contribution caregivers make to the quality of life not only for individuals in need, but to society as a whole.
Cape Breton Transition House offers a safe and supportive environment for those dealing with the physical, mental and emotional trauma caused by domestic and sexualized violence. Their services include crisis shelter and housing, support and advocacy, children’s programs, and public education.
Conference Registration
Virtual Registration Remains Open through Eventbrite: Click here to register now!
(prices subject to HST and processing fee)
Thanks to conference sponsor, Celtic Colours International Festival. Follow the link to view upcoming events, including the Grand Finale at Sydney’s Centre 200 on Saturday, October 19.
Hotel Information
Receive a special conference rate of $179 at Hampton Inn by Hilton Sydney, conveniently located next to the conference venue. Call 902-564-6555 to make a reservation or use the special link: CBU Conference 2024 – Hotel Booking. Book before September 19, 2024 to secure the conference rate. Note: limited rooms are available at the special rate.
About the Conference
The conference will highlight a broad range of health research and practices, focused on the health and well-being of people and communities in rural and semi-rural areas. The conference seeks to encourage interprofessional relationships and emphasize the interdisciplinary facets of healthcare in rural communities including contributions from:
| · Physicians | · Health Promotion Leaders |
| · Nurses | · Provincial Governments |
| · Dieticians | · Mi’kmaw and Indigenous Health Practitioners |
| · Academics | · Other Allied Health Professionals |
| · Social Workers | · Students conducting health research |
Conference Themes:
- Initiatives for Advancing Health Care in Nova Scotia
- Etuaptmumk – Two-Eyed Seeing in Health Research, Policy, Practice & Education
- Collaboration and Innovation in a Rural Environment: Models, Barriers, Facilitators
- Dementia Prevention in Rural Communities
- Empowering Communities to be Active Participants in Health and Wellness
Work to advance infrastructure, expertise and collaboration around healthy communities continues to gain momentum across the Atlantic region. Rural communities can present unique challenges to healthy aging, food security, dementia prevention and management, Indigenous community health, youth mental health, and integration of technological advancements. This conference will advance local, provincial, and national efforts to promote comprehensive, inclusive and holistic healthcare programs considering these unique rural challenges.
This conference will offer a welcoming space for dialogue and collaboration among attendees. If you are conducting research in related healthcare topics, we particularly invite you to submit your abstract considering the five broad conference themes.
Location:
Membertou Trade and Convention Centre, 50 Maillard Street, Membertou, Nova Scotia, B1S 3W3
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