36th Annual Dementia Care Conference: Fostering Curiosity in Care

Schedule

Tue Oct 28 2025 at 08:00 am to 04:30 pm

UTC-03:00

Location

Cedar Event Centre | Halifax, NS

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Join colleagues across the dementia care sector for a day of learning and networking.
About this Event

Join us at this year's 36th Annual Dementia Care Conference, presented by Dementia Understanding the Journey, where we'll focus on Fostering Curiosity in Care. We will broaden our understanding of behavioural changes in dementia, explore innovative strategies for creating dementia friendly rural communities, witness the transformative power of music therapy, and more. Be sure to attend our keynote address by Dr. Agnes Chinelo, an author and advocate who will share practical, culturally-informed insights drawn from her distinctive perspective as both a physician and family caregiver.

*NEW SPACIOUS VENUE - Cedar Events Centre in Clayton Park*

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Illness Protocols

If you are experiencing symptoms or suspect that you have been exposed to COVID-19 or another virus, we ask that you please stay home and view our conference via livestream. Attendees switching from in-person to virtual tickets will be refunded the cost difference provided that you reach out to us beforehand at [email protected] . Thank you for your consideration of the health of conference attendees.

Accessibility

We strive to host inclusive, accessible events that enable all individuals, including individuals with disabilities, to engage fully.

  • Scent-Free: To be respectful of those with allergies and environmental sensitivities, we ask that you please refrain from wearing strong fragrances.
  • Cedar Event Centre accessibility: The public sidewalks serving the Cedar Event Centre feature curb cuts for wheelchair access. Automatic doors are located at the entrances to the facility. Restrooms throughout the building are wheelchair accessible (including stalls, sinks, and mirros). Conference events take place on the entry-level floor of the building. Certified guide/service/companion animals are welcome.

To request an accommodation or for inquiries about accessibility, please contact us at [email protected] or 1-800-611-6345.


Agenda

🕑: 08:45 AM - 09:45 AM
Caring Across Cultures: Navigating Dementia as a Daughter and Physician
Host: Dr. Agnes Chinelo Iwegbu
🕑: 09:45 AM - 10:00 AM
2025 Student Research Award Presentations
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM
Nutrition Break
🕑: 10:20 AM - 11:30 AM
Panel - Supporting Changes in Behaviour with Curiosity
Host: Dr. Jasmine Mah
🕑: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Group Reflection + Q&A - Supporting Changes in Behaviour with Curiosity
Host: Kara Gouthro-Murgatroyd
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:00 PM
Lunch & Exhibits
🕑: 01:00 PM - 02:00 PM
The Power of Music Therapy: Sparking Connection and Curiosity in Dementia Care
Host: Paige Ryerson
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:00 PM
CORAH: A Rural Approach to Healthy Aging and Dementia-friendly Communities
Host: Jennifer Wesman
🕑: 03:00 PM - 03:20 PM
Movement Break
Host: Sarah Publicover
🕑: 03:20 PM - 04:15 PM
Promising Practices Showcase

Info: Speakers to be announced soon!


🕑: 04:15 PM - 04:30 PM
Prizes & Closing Remarks
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Where is it happening?

Cedar Event Centre, 111 Clayton Park Drive, Halifax, Canada

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Tickets

CAD 15.00 to CAD 135.00

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