Body Inclusivity: Intuitive Eating 101 “I’m so BAD!” “You have so much willpower!” “I really shouldn’t eat this…diet starts Monday!” We’ve been conditioned to believe that deprivation and restriction are normal- or even something to be celebrated. That we should police our food choices, judge our bodies, and that our health and worth are dictated […]
Scott Jeffery is a Deaf leader with lived experience navigating health care systems and a strong commitment to improving access to Deaf, Deaf‑Blind and Hard of Hearing communities. As Manager, Language Services at Provincial Language Services (PLS), a program of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA), Scott leads work that strengthens language access, accessibility, and […]
Christian Vasquez is a catalyst for change in health care communication. As a Sign Language Service Coordinator with Provincial Language Services, he is transforming how Deaf, Deaf‑Blind, and Hard of Hearing patients connect with their care teams. His mission is powerful: build a health system where communication is not a barrier, but a bridge to […]
This presentation explore how the Universal Design for Learning (UDL) framework can be leveraged to move beyond reactive accommodations and toward a proactive, visual-first instructional design in deaf education. By examining the three core pillars – representation, action & expression, and Engagement – Scott will demonstrate how to create a flexible learning environments that honor […]
In this interactive workshop, Harley Eagle will discuss the dynamics of Toxic Masculinity, which applies an Indigenous Cultural Safety approach, speaking from his perspective as an Indigenous man. This approach creates a container for challenging dialogue, which can be held in authentic ways. From his perspective and experience as an Indigenous man, he will discuss, […]
Although advocacy is strong and the business case for diversity and inclusion is known, women and gender diverse folks remain significantly underrepresented in STEM education programs and industries. This event will explore: What are specific strategies and success stories implemented in post-secondary programs and in industry to better support gender diversity in STEM? How do […]