Professional Calendar of Events

 

Date Event

Location and Details

February 2025
6

Pediatric Diabetic Ketoacidosis (DKA) 

This session will review the Ontario Health West Region DKA algorithm and provide practical guidance on safely implementing treatment protocols. This session will focus on key strategies for managing DKA using the two-bag system, highlighting best practices to optimize fluid and electrolyte balance while minimizing risks. Perfect for healthcare professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge and skills in pediatric critical care.

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Virtual Webinar

12 - 1 pm

7

Mental Health First Aid

Recognize the signs that a person may be experiencing a decline in their mental well-being or a mental health crisis.  Learn how to have a conversation that encourages the person to talk about declines in their mental well-being, discuss professinal supports that could help with recovery and how to reach out to these supports.

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In-Person

Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory,

2500 Kossuth Rd, Cambridge

9 am - 5 pm

11

Preparing for Post-Secondary School with T1D

Join staff from Grand River Hospital and the Diabetes Hope Foundation to learn about:

  • Acedemic accomodations available
  • Navigating food choices on campus
  • Student health Insurance plans
  • Campus supports available
  • Free Diabetes Hope Foundation programs and resources
  • Diabetes Hope Foundation Scholarship

​Email Tiffany Krahn for flyers or more information: [email protected]

Freeport Hospital

Sun Life Financial Town Hall,

3570 King St East,

Kitchener ON

6:00 - 7:30 pm

 

FREE - Dinner will be provided

21

CGM School 

CGM School is a one-day accredited conference for primary care practitioners, focusing on Continuous Glucose Monitoring (CGM) and its role in diabetes management. Through workshops and presentations, participants will learn practical tips for integrating CGM into practice, along with guidance on diet and nutrition for comprehensive patient care.

 

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In-Person or Virtual

 

Pan Pacific Hotel

Toronto

900 York Mills Rd, North York, ON

8 am - 4 pm

26

Breaking Barriers: Addressing Stigma, Insulin Omission for Weight Loss and the Power of Support

Learn about findings on T1D stigma across ages in Canada, factors associated with insulin omission to lose weight and The Better Project.

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Virtual

12:00 - 1:00 pm

27

Optimizing Diabetes Prevention and Care Through Low Glycemic Index Diets

Culinary Medicine is a highly immersive, half-day workshop that focuses on practical strategies you can implement directly into your clinical practice. With a focus on type 2 diabetes management, a recipe and cooking demonstration led by a professional chef ad physician will showcase budget-friendly indgredient options and cooking techniques.

 

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George Brown College

300 Adelaide St East, Room SJB 112
Toronto, ON

12 - 5:30 pm

March 2025
1

Diabetes Canada - Diabetes SImplified

Managing diabetes can be complex but learning how to apply the latest advancements and Clinical Practice Guideline chapters doesn't have to be.  Diabetes Simplified is a unique professional development event designed to equip HCPs with practical, real-world tools to improve diabetes care. 

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Novotel North York

3 Park Home Ave,

Toronto,ON

7:30 am - 5 pm

6 & 13

Motivational Interviewing - Level 1 Workshop for Healthcare Professionals

This introductory session provides a meaningful overview of Motivational Interviewing (MI) using the The Monarch System's unique approach which intergrates MI with other impactful and evidence-based behaviour change practices. 

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Virtual 

9 am -12 pm

14

Chronic Disease Management Health Coach course

The Health and Wellness Coach (HWC) Professional Certification Program at McMaster University’s CPD Office is a nationally recognized program that equips health professionals with essential health coaching skills. The program offers advanced training in lifestyle and wellness coaching, chronic disease management, cultural safety, and legal issues.

4 module virtual course on Fridays (March 14, 21, April 4, 11)

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Virtual 

9 am - 4 pm

18

CDE Exam Prep Session # 1 - Lifestyle and Mental Health Recommendations

Review physical activity and nutrition guidelines, smoking cessation, diabetes and driving, mental health as well as self management strategies. Participants will be covering Chapters 6-7, 10-11, 17-18, 21 of the clinical practice guidelines.

 

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Virtual

12 -1 pm

28

BBDC Advances in Diabetes Care 2025 - Glucose and Beyond

Plan to attend and learn about the latest therapies, screens, and devices that are transforming diabetes care. Local and international experts will present innovations in diabetes care during a variety of plenary presentations and small-group, case-based sessions. Hear about the latest clinical tests, drug developments, technological applications, and more.

 

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Toronto Reference Library
Bram & Bluma Appel Salon, 2nd Floor
789 Yonge Street, Toronto

8 am - 4:30 pm

April 2025
1

CDE Exam Prep Session # 2 - All About the Numbers

Learn tips on how to prepare for the exam, review definitions, diagnosis criteria, screening algorithms, risk reduction strategies, glycemic targets/monitoring recommendations, hypoglycemia and hyperglycemia emergencies. Participants will review Chapters 3-5, 8-9, 12, 14-15 of the clinical practice guidelines.

 

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Virtual Webinar

12 -1 pm

4

Charles H. Best Diabetes Centre - State of the Art Management of Type 1 Diabetes Adults

Plan to attend the 13th annual conference to learn about the role of Incretin therapy in the management of T1D, the effects of T!D on male sexual health, nutrition hot topics, state of the art looping and DYI/AID systems and lived experience testimonials.

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(In-Person or Virtual)

The Hilton Toronto/Markham

Suites Conference Centre

8500 Warden Ave Markham, ON 

9

Let's Get Practical! Navigating the DIY "Looping" Journey - HOLD THE DATE

Virtual Webinar

12 -1 pm

15

CDE Exam Prep Session # 3 - Pharmacotherapy and Diabetes Complications/Co-Morbidities

Review current medication treatment options, dose adjustments, dyslipidemia, hypertension, heart disease, CKD, retinopathy, neuropathy, foot care, sexual dysfunction. Participants will review Chapters 13, 19-20, 22-33 of the clinical practice guidelines.

 

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Virtual

12 -1 pm

24-26

Diabetes and Obesity Update - SAVE THE DATE

Join us for a groundbreaking hybrid medical congress that unites diabetes healthcare professionals from coast to coast in Canada. We're committed to ensuring that every diabetes healthcare professional can access the latest knowledge, forge essential connections, and contribute to a brighter future for diabetes care.

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Toronto, ON
25

20th Annual Canadian Endocrine Update Scientific Meeting - SAVE THE DATE

The CEU Meeting presents advances in Endocrinology and Metabolism with the state-of-the-art lectures by leading naitional and international faculty.

Virtual

8:30 am -4:00 pm

29

CDE Exam Prep Session # 4 - Special Populations

Review diabetes in pregnancy guidelines,diabetes in indigenous peoples, older adults, pediatrics, in-hospital management recommendations. Participants will review Chapters 16, 34-38 of the clinical practice guidelines.

 

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Virtual

12 -1 pm

May 2024
22-24

Certified Diabetes Educator Exam

Certification as a diabetes educator recognizes experience and excellence in diabetes education and verifies that an individual possesses the knowledge, skill and abilities to practice effectively and safely within their professions’ scope of practice and according to the Canadian Standards for Diabetes Education.

Click here for the eligibility criteria to write the exam

Click here for the exam handbook and documents

Online Exam