Conference Vision and Objectives
The vision of this conference includes knowledge-sharing, networking and promoting best and/ or innovative practice in the field of harm reduction within the local context.
Objectives of conference organizers:
-Challenge myths, stereotypes and stigma
-Provide a forum for networking; locally and regionally
- Provide a forum for the safe and open exchange of ideas
- Share strategies and technical information that is evidence-informed
-Encourage use of innovations locally for program development and implementation
Who Should Attend?
This conference is intended for front line workers including educators, health care workers, enforcement/justice workers and social service providers as well as those working in primary care and those in management positions.
Hotel Rooms
There is a block of hotel rooms on hold at the Valhalla Inn at a rate of $124 + HST/ Night.
Individuals making their own reservations should contact the Hotel at 1-800-964-1121 or (807) 577-1121 or by fax at (807) 475-4723 or email at reservations@valhallainn.com.
The Hotel will honor reservations received by the above date. Reservations received after this date are subject to space availability and rate availability. Please quote booking number 181003HARM.
Contact
Please direct all conference questions to
Kari Chiappetta
kcconsutling@shaw.ca or 807 621-6225
The Thunder Bay District Health Unit, with support from the Thunder Bay Drug Strategy, present:
Harm Reduction 2018
Innovative Solutions
Wednesday October 3 & Thursday October 4, 2018
Valhalla Inn, Thunder Bay
Registration Fee: $100 + HST
(includes lunch both days + all conference material)
Conference Agenda
There will be a mixture of plenary and concurrent sessions throughout the 2 days. Session topics include: