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SUMMARY:Autism Canada National Conference - Changing the Course of Autism Sidney, BC
URL:http://www.harbourliving.ca/event/autism-canada-national-conference-changing-the-course-of-autism/
LOCATION:Mary Winspear Centre :: 2243 Beacon Ave. Sidney, V8L 1W9
DESCRIPTION;ENCODING=QUOTED-PRINTABLE:Whether you are a parent, educator, medical professional, researcher or individual dedicated to improving the life of individuals with autism, you will not want to miss this 2-day conference.=0D=0A=
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The conference/webcast addresses a range of issues, including research, education   and behaviour interventions, communication strategies, biomedical treatments, advocacy and other topics.=0D=0A=
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The conference is a wonderful opportunity to network with parents, therapists, doctors, researchers, exhibitors and presenters. This year we have a special meeting reserved for attendees to talk to presenters. There is something here for everyone.=0D=0A=
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REGISTER ONLINE: http://autismcanada.org/conference/register.html=0D=0A=
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1-Day Pass: $85 (Thursday or Friday)* =0D=0A=
2-Day Pass: $130=0D=0A=
2-Day Full-time Student Pass: $50 =0D=0A=
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All passes include lunch with a selection of hearty sandwiches/wraps, salads, desserts and beverages. Gluten and Dairy Free options are available.=0D=0A=
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*1-Day passes are available for Thursday and Friday. 1-Day passes are not necessary for those who purchase a 2-Day pass. 1-Day passes are for those who plan on attending only one day of the 2-day Main conference.=0D=0A=
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SHARING: All passes, 1-Day and 2-Day, may be shared. One person can attend presentations while the designated sharer watches the kids, and vice versa, alternating by day or presentation.=0D=0A=
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This conference can be funded using your provincial autism funding.=0D=0A=
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PARENT SCHOLARSHIPS are available to parents that are in need of financial assistance to attend the conference. Please contact Laurie Mawlam at lmawlam@autismcanada.org for approval.=0D=0A=
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Parking is free.=0D=0A=
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SCHEDULE=0D=0A=
THURSDAY, OCTOBER 24, 2013=0D=0A=
8:30-8:45=0D=0A=
Laurie Mawlam / =0D=0A=
Lori Brienesse-Frank=0D=0A=
Welcome Address=0D=0A=
8:45 - 10:15=0D=0A=
James Adams, Ph.D.=0D=0A=
Updated Summary of Dietary, Nutritional, and Medical Treatments for Autism*=0D=0A=
30 MIN. EXHIBITOR BREAK (10:15-10:45)=0D=0A=
10:45- 12:00=0D=0A=
Heather McCracken=0D=0A=
Friend 2 Friend Autism Demystification=0D=0A=
 1 HR. LUNCH (12:00-1:00)=0D=0A=
1:00-2:15=0D=0A=
Jim Tanaka, Ph.D.=0D=0A=
Improving Face Recognition Abilities for Children With Autism Through the use of Video Games=0D=0A=
 30 MIN. EXHIBITOR BREAK (2:15-2:45)=0D=0A=
2:45-3:45=0D=0A=
James Adams, Ph.D. =0D=0A=
Comparison of Seizure Treatments based on National Research Survey=0D=0A=
3:45-5:15=0D=0A=
Dave Humphrey=0D=0A=
Autism: The Past, Present and Moving Future=0D=0A=
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FRIDAY, OCTOBER 25, 2013=0D=0A=
8:30-8:45=0D=0A=
Laurie Mawlam / =0D=0A=
Lori Brienesse-Frank=0D=0A=
Welcome Address=0D=0A=
9:00-10:15=0D=0A=
Doreen Granpeesheh, Ph.D.=0D=0A=
ABA: Beyond Discrete trials.=0D=0A=
30 MIN. EXHIBITOR BREAK (10:15-10:45)=0D=0A=
10:45- 12:00=0D=0A=
Tom Malterre, M.S., C.N.=0D=0A=
Why Diet is Important for People on the Spectrum=0D=0A=
 1 HR. LUNCH (12:00-1:00)=0D=0A=
1:00-2:15=0D=0A=
Eunice Lee, MSW, RSW, MS Ed.=0D=0A=
Self-Regulation in the Classroom=0D=0A=
 30 MIN. EXHIBITOR BREAK (2:15-2:45)=0D=0A=
2:45-4:15=0D=0A=
Lois Jean Brady=0D=0A=
Apps for Autism=0D=0A=
4:15-5:15=0D=0A=
Wendy Edwards, B.Sc., M.D., F.R.C.P.=0D=0A=
Can Supplements Make a Difference for my Child and Why?
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