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• GENERAL WAITLIST: Perinatal Substance Use (PSU) 101 Training

  • Start
    February 09, 2023
  •  
    5:00 PM
  • End
    May 31, 2023
  •  
    9:00 PM
  • Location
    WAITLIST ONLY.

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  INTERESTED IN ATTENDING BCAPOP'S PERINATAL SUBSTANCE USE 101 TRAINING?

  JOIN A WAITLIST TO RECEIVE EARLY NOTIFICATION ONCE OUR NEXT 2-DAY PSU TRAINING WORKSHOP IS ANNOUNCED!

  *Reminder: by joining the waitlist, you are not guaranteed a spot at a future training. However, you will receive an invitation to register before the training is officially announced!

  
  

  About the Training:

  BCAPOP’s Executive Director, Heather Cameron, RN, BScN, will use both her professional and personal lived experience combined with up-to-date best practices, research and resources to offer professionals and peers the knowledge and know how to support pregnant, postpartum and newly parenting people who use substances. This training workshop will provide you with the insight, evidence-based information, increased confidence and comfort to implement useful tools, approaches and strategies to help you engage, support and maintain the supportive relationships necessary to offer gold standard care to your clients, participants or patients.

  This training workshop is limited to 30 registrants to foster an intimate, engaging and safe place to reflect, share and grow in your professional practice in meaningful ways.
  
  Day 1 Overview:
  

  • Opening roundtable introductions
  • A basic introduction to:
  • • Language matters
    • The effects of substance use in pregnancy
    • Withdrawal management in pregnancy
    • Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) in pregnancy
    • Breastfeeding, substance use & harm reduction

  Day 2 Overview:

  • A basic introduction to:
  • • The importance of wrap-around support and building a village
    • Approaches and tools to provide best practice support that aims to be trauma-informed and culturally safe
    • Supporting through transitions in and out of acute care, institutions and through engagement with child welfare
    • Province-wide resources for professionals and pregnant, postpartum and newly parenting people
    • Closing roundtable sharing

  
  

  Quote from a past participant: “I just wanted to reach out to you because I have done so many trainings in my career as I am sure you have- and I wasn’t even planning on taking any courses as I have such a busy schedule (as I am sure you can understand as well!) I saw this come up and decided to take it. I am so happy I did. A big part of my job over the years is dealing with parents struggling with substance use during pregnancy and early parenthood and breastfeeding. I loved the way you shared your personal stories intertwined in this training, it was done in such beautiful, helpful way. I feel like there is always a dance between oversharing and sharing in a good way, when sharing our own personal experiences. The way you shared was very beneficial and beautiful and I believe a true gift to those taking the course.” - Jordan Davis, Director of Health & Wellness, Williams Lake First Nation

  
  

  About the facilitator:

  Heather Cameron is a Registered Nurse with a Perinatal Specialty Certificate who has been working with pregnant people in a variety of settings since 2005.  Her professional experience includes creating grass-roots programs, public speaking, and spearheading community events. As a Registered Nurse, Heather has worked in multiple settings including withdrawal management, labour & delivery, and maternity.  Heather is also a mother of two girls and a person with lived experience, which informs her professional practice.

  Heather has a proven track record of being able to bring communities together with her experience organizing conferences, creating grass-roots programs and influencing system changes at the local level.  Two projects that Heather is most proud of included a peer-based recovery support group for birth parents affected by substance use and “Health Pregnancy Care Meetings” that supported perinatal people as early as possible in their pregnancy to overcome identified barriers prior to delivery.  Heather may be most well-known for her delivery of workshops on Supporting Birth Parents and Families with Who Use Substances, presented through multiple conferences in BC, Alberta and featured in the World Harm Reduction Conference in England.  Her volunteer involvement on a variety of committees including Make Children First, Perinatal Connections, Raise-a Reader, and S.W.A.T. (Sex Workers Accessing Treatment) has influenced Heather’s knowledge base and ability to create impactful change within communities.  Heather’s experience, passion and credentials all contribute to her drive to support professionals, organizations and families as the Executive Director of BCAPOP.

  
  

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• BY INVITE ONLY: Perinatal Substance Use (PSU) 101 Training (Ontario CPNPs Only)

  • Start
    March 21, 2023
  •  
    (EDT)
  • End
    March 22, 2023
  •  
    (EDT)
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    zoom
  • Spaces left
    1

  Registration is closed

  
  

  BY INVITATION ONLY:

  A registration code circulated by The Ontario Network of CAPC/CPNP Projects is required to complete the registration.

  BCAPOP'S PERINATAL SUBSTANCE USE TRAINING 

  ~Where lived experience and best practice meet~

  facilitated by: Heather Cameron, RN, BScN, BCAPOP Executive Director 

  March 21 & 22, 2023
  9:30am - 3:30pm ET | zoom

  
  About the PSU Training:
  BCAPOP’s Executive Director, Heather Cameron, RN, BScN, will use both her professional and personal lived experience combined with up-to-date best practices, research and resources to offer professionals and peers the knowledge and know how to support pregnant, postpartum and newly parenting people who use substances. This training workshop will provide you with the insight, evidence-based information, increased confidence and comfort to implement useful tools, approaches and strategies to help you engage, support and maintain the supportive relationships necessary to offer gold standard care to your clients, participants or patients.

  This 2-day training workshop is limited to 25 registrants to foster an intimate, engaging and safe place to reflect, share and grow in your professional practice in meaningful ways.
  
  Day 1 Overview:
  

  • Opening roundtable introductions
  • A basic introduction to:
  • • Language matters
    • The effects of substance use in pregnancy
    • Withdrawal management in pregnancy
    • Opioid Agonist Treatment (OAT) in pregnancy
    • Breastfeeding, substance use & harm reduction

  Day 2 Overview:

  • A basic introduction to:
  • • The importance of wrap-around support and building a village
    • Approaches and tools to provide best practice support that aims to be trauma-informed and culturally safe
    • Supporting through transitions in and out of acute care, institutions and through engagement with child welfare
    • Province-wide resources for professionals and pregnant, postpartum and newly parenting people
    • Closing roundtable sharing

  This training is limited to 25 participants. All participants will receive virtual resources to help build their own best practice toolkit.
  
  

  Quote from a past participant: “I just wanted to reach out to you because I have done so many trainings in my career as I am sure you have- and I wasn’t even planning on taking any courses as I have such a busy schedule (as I am sure you can understand as well!) I saw this come up and decided to take it. I am so happy I did. A big part of my job over the years is dealing with parents struggling with substance use during pregnancy and early parenthood and breastfeeding. I loved the way you shared your personal stories intertwined in this training, it was done in such beautiful, helpful way. I feel like there is always a dance between oversharing and sharing in a good way, when sharing our own personal experiences. The way you shared was very beneficial and beautiful and I believe a true gift to those taking the course.” - Jordan Davis, Director of Health & Wellness, Williams Lake First Nation

  
  

  About the facilitator:

  Heather Cameron is a Registered Nurse with a Perinatal Specialty Certificate who has been working with pregnant people in a variety of settings since 2005.  Her professional experience includes creating grass-roots programs, public speaking, and spearheading community events. As a Registered Nurse, Heather has worked in multiple settings including withdrawal management, labour & delivery, and maternity.  Heather is also a mother of two girls and a person with lived experience, which informs her professional practice.

  Heather has a proven track record of being able to bring communities together with her experience organizing conferences, creating grass-roots programs and influencing system changes at the local level.  Two projects that Heather is most proud of included a peer-based recovery support group for birth parents affected by substance use and “Health Pregnancy Care Meetings” that supported perinatal people as early as possible in their pregnancy to overcome identified barriers prior to delivery.  Heather may be most well-known for her delivery of workshops on Supporting Birth Parents and Families with Who Use Substances, presented through multiple conferences in BC, Alberta and featured in the World Harm Reduction Conference in England.  Her volunteer involvement on a variety of committees including Make Children First, Perinatal Connections, Raise-a Reader, and S.W.A.T. (Sex Workers Accessing Treatment) has influenced Heather’s knowledge base and ability to create impactful change within communities.  Heather’s experience, passion and credentials all contribute to her drive to support professionals, organizations and families as the Executive Director of BCAPOP.

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• Bodyfeeding (Chest/Breastfeeding) Support Certificate Training

  • Start
    April 06, 2023
  •  
  • End
    April 27, 2023
  •  
  • Schedule
    4 sessions
  • Location
    Live/Online (Zoom)
  • Spaces left
    22

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  Bodyfeeding (Chest/Breastfeeding) Support Certificate Training

  facilitated by: Marianne Brophy, IBCLC

  
  This 4-class live/online certificate training will be held on the following dates:

  Week 1 | Thursday April 6th, 2023   | 9:00am - 12:00pm PT

  Week 2 | Thursday April 13th, 2023 | 9:00am - 12:00pm PT
  Week 3 | Thursday April 20th, 2023 | 9:00am - 12:00pm PT
  Week 4 | Thursday April 27th, 2023  | 9:00am - 12:00pm PT
  
  About the certificate training

  Are you looking for an opportunity to make a lifelong difference in the health of your community? A well-informed, client-centered supporter has the potential to influence the initiation, exclusivity and duration of bodyfeeding. Acquire practical skills to share with families on their bodyfeeding journey where learning and practice build confidence.

  • Set the scene for success – key prenatal information and preparation
  • Starting strong – early initiation of bodyfeeding, skin-to-skin care and hand expression
  • Support self-efficacy – effective positioning, latching and thriving
  • Staying out of trouble - early challenges, feeding difficulties, how to manage low and abundant supply

  Participants must attend online/live (classes will not be recorded). Only participants with full attendance will receive a Certificate of Completion for 10.75 hours of education.

  Registration is limited to 30 people. 
  

  Who should attend? Professionals and helping peers who support pregnant, postpartum & newly parenting people.
  

  Payment & Refund Policy
  Credit card payments only. No refunds or cancellations. Registration is not compete until payment is received. 
  

  Payment Deadline
  Due to limited space availability, payment must be received at the time of registration; otherwise, your pending registration will be cancelled.  If credit card payments create a barrier for access this educational opportunity, please email events@bcapop.ca for alternative arranngements. 

  Questions?
  Contact us at events@bcapop.ca

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• Catch-Up Class April 20th, 2023 Bodyfeeding (Chest/Breastfeeding) Support Certificate Training (By invite to previous students only)

  • When
    April 20, 2023
  •  
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
  • Location
    Live/Online (Zoom)
  • Spaces left
    29

  Register

  
  

  Catch-Up Class April 20th, 2023 Bodyfeeding (Chest/Breastfeeding) Support Certificate Training (By invite to previous students only)

  facilitated by: Marianne Brophy, IBCLC

  
  This 4-class live/online certificate training will be held on the following dates:

  
  

  Week 3 | Thursday April 20th, 2023 | 9:00am - 12:00pm PT
  
  
  About the certificate training

  Are you looking for an opportunity to make a lifelong difference in the health of your community? A well-informed, client-centered supporter has the potential to influence the initiation, exclusivity and duration of bodyfeeding. Acquire practical skills to share with families on their bodyfeeding journey where learning and practice build confidence.

  • Set the scene for success – key prenatal information and preparation
  • Starting strong – early initiation of bodyfeeding, skin-to-skin care and hand expression
  • Support self-efficacy – effective positioning, latching and thriving
  • Staying out of trouble - early challenges, feeding difficulties, how to manage low and abundant supply

  Participants must attend online/live (classes will not be recorded). Only participants with full attendance will receive a Certificate of Completion for 10.75 hours of education.

  Registration is limited to 30 people. 
  

  Who should attend? Professionals and helping peers who support pregnant, postpartum & newly parenting people.
  

  Payment & Refund Policy
  Credit card payments only. No refunds or cancellations. Registration is not compete until payment is received. 
  

  Payment Deadline
  Due to limited space availability, payment must be received at the time of registration; otherwise, your pending registration will be cancelled.  If credit card payments create a barrier for access this educational opportunity, please email events@bcapop.ca for alternative arranngements. 

  Questions?
  Contact us at events@bcapop.ca

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• BCAPOP Presents: Building Bridges Through Understanding the Village© (Victoria)

  • When
    April 21, 2023
  •  
    8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
  • Location
    IN-PERSON: The Inn at Laurel Point, Victoria, BC
  • Spaces left
    8

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  **THIS IS AN IN-PERSON WORKSHOP BEING HELD IN VICTORIA**
  

  BCAPOP Presents:
  Building Bridges Through Understanding the Village 

  facilitated by: Kathi Hemphill Camilleri - Master of Arts in Leadership, Cultural Safety Consultant and Facilitator of Village Workshop^©️ Series  

  Friday April 21, 2023
  8:30am - 4:30pm PT | In person (Victoria, BC)
  The inn at Laurel Point, 680 Montreal Street, Victoria BC, V8V 1Z8

  About the workshop:

  During this experiential workshop we will explore our personal role in supporting the revival of the values that worked so beautifully in Indigenous villages for thousands of years. We will also explore in‐depth the affects of Residential Schools and Canada’s Policy of Assimilation. This workshop is geared to solutions rather than recrimination and is a great forum in which to ask questions.

  Participants who participate in these often emotion provoking workshop experiences comment that while they understood a bit about the issue on a cognitive level, after participation in Building Bridges Through Understanding the Village they understand on a deep emotional level as well. The workshop is done from a non-blame and non shame perspective and invites all participants to become a part of the healing that IS already happening. Kathi’s work has been inspired by Jann Derrick’s teachings of ‘The Circle and The Box’ and by many Elders' teachings.

  Learning outcomes:

  • Foundational learning for moving into reconciliation in response to the TRC Calls to Action and The United Nations Declaration on the Rights of Indigenous Peoples (UNDRIP).
  • A cognitive and emotional understanding of traditional First Nations values.
  • A deep and emotional insight into the depth and intergenerational effects of Colonization

  This workshop is limited to 30 participants.
  
  About the facilitator:

  Kathi Camilleri (Spotted Doe) is of Metis/Cree Ancestry. She holds a Master's Degree in Leadership Studies and Certificates in CBT and DBT. She facilitates strategic planning sessions, keynotes and experiential Village©️ workshops regarding Canada's Policy of Assimilation and Colonization with all levels of government, students and educators, and frontline workers in communities across Canada. Kathi and her husband Chris have a blended family with six boys and one (brave, tough) girl.

  In 2012 Kathi’s work was nominated for the Premiers Award for Excellence in Leadership, the B.C. Reconciliation Award and for an Excellence in Diversity Award from the provincial Nesika Foundation. Kathi uses humour, kindness and wisdom to hold the space safely for us while we change how we see the world and how we forever interact with those who have Aboriginal Heritage. It is easy to learn because of her gentle ways, and her respect for all people.” ~workshop participant.

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  Additional information about this in person workshop:

  • Coffee/tea & snacks will be provided during morning & afternoon breaks.
  • Lunch will be provided.
  • Travel expenses and/or hotel accommodations are not included. If you require hotel accommodations, please contact  The Inn at Laurel Point directly for their best available rate. 
    
    

  Covid-19 Health & Safety:

  All attendees agree to:

  • Adhere to any & all province-wide guidance related to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic; this includes, but is not limited to, health & safety protocols for indoor, organized events; and/or
  • Adhere to any & all Covid-19 health & safety protocols currently in place at the venue. 
  • Not attend the workshop if you are feeling unwell, or experiencing  Covid-19 symptoms on the day of the event.

  **

  Who should attend? This workshop is for helping professionals and peers:  pregnancy outreach workers, nurses, physicians, child welfare workers, family support workers, social workers, health/social service students, outreach workers, shelter workers, detox workers, treatment centre workers, midwives, doulas, childbirth educators, peer support workers and anyone else who supports pregnant people.

  Interested in registering groups of 5 or more? Please contact us at events@bcapop.ca

  
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  Registration Terms & Payment Policies and Deadlines
  Cancellation/Refund Policy: 

  No refunds or cancellations. Substitutions are permitted.
  
  Registration Terms & Conditions: 

  Registration is not complete until payment is received.
  
  
  

  Reminder: Only individuals listed under a member profile are eligible to receive member pricing. You must be logged in to your BCAPOP account BEFORE REGISTERING for a paid event in order to receive discounted member pricing, as pricing cannot be adjusted after registration. Member accounts must be in good standing to receive discounted member pricing.

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• BCAPOP Spring Conference

  • Start
    May 09, 2023
  •  
  • End
    May 10, 2023
  •  
  • Schedule
    2 sessions
  • Location
    IN PERSON: (Richmond, BC)
  • Spaces left
    0

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  **THIS IN PERSON CONFERENCE IS BEING HELD IN RICHMOND, BC**

  BCAPOP Spring Conference  

  May 9 & 10, 2023
  8am - 4:30pm PT* | In person (Richmond)
  Westin Wall Centre Vancouver Airport, 3099 Corvette Way, Richmond BC, V6X 4K3
  *times may change slightly as we finalize the conference schedule.

  This 2-day conference will combine presentations, breakouts, exhibitors and networking!

  Click here for a sneak peek of our presenters & topics

  Additional information about this in person conference:

  • Breakfast & Lunch will be provided; and coffee/tea & snacks will be provided during morning & afternoon breaks.
  • Travel expenses and/or hotel accommodations are not included; and are the responsibility of the participant (not BCAPOP).

  • The Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport has opened additional rooms at their best available rate.  Please use the following link for a discount off the regular rate and select the correct hotel:

    https://www.marriott.com/event-reservations/reservation-link.mi?id=1664316023550&key=CORP&app=resvlink.  

    Please note with this link that the guest can only book three rooms at a time and this rate does fluctuate, as it is based on the best available rate at the time of booking.

  • Hotel information:
    Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport
    3099 Corvette Way, Richmond BC, V6X 4K3
    Tel: 604-303-6565
    www.marriott.com/yvrwc

  Covid-19 Health & Safety:

  All attendees agree to:

  • Adhere to any & all province-wide guidance related to the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic; this includes, but is not limited to, health & safety protocols for indoor, organized events; and/or
  • Adhere to any & all Covid-19 health & safety protocols currently in place at the venue. Click here for the Westin Wall Centre, Vancouver Airport's Covid-19 health & safety protocols; and/or
  • Not attend the training if feeling unwell, or experiencing  Covid-19 symptoms on the day of the event.

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  Who should attend? This conference is for helping professionals and peers:  pregnancy outreach workers, nurses, physicians, child welfare workers, family support workers, social workers, health/social service students, outreach workers, shelter workers, detox workers, treatment centre workers, midwives, doulas, birth workers, child birth educators, peer support workers and anyone else who supports pregnant people.

  Interested in registering groups of 5 or more? Please contact Monica at events@bcapop.ca

  
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  Registration Terms & Payment Policies and Deadlines
  Cancellation/Refund Policy: 

  No refunds or cancellations. Substitutions are permitted. A $25 admin fee will be charged for changes to your registration.
  

  
  Registration Terms & Conditions: 

  Registration is not complete until payment is received.
  
  Payment Deadlines:
  The following payment deadlines are in place for this event: 

  • Early Bird Registration deadline - January 13, 2023:  Payment on pending early bird registrations must be received by January 13, 2023; otherwise pending registration will be cancelled. 
  • January 14, 2023 - April 15, 2023: Payment on pending registrations must be received by April 15, 2023; otherwise pending registration will be cancelled. 
  • April 16, 2023 - May 1st: credit card payments only. Payment must be received within 15 minutes of registering; otherwise pending registration will be cancelled.

  Reminder: Only individuals listed under a member profile are eligible to receive member pricing. You must be logged in to your BCAPOP account BEFORE REGISTERING for a paid event in order to receive discounted member pricing, as pricing cannot be adjusted after registration. Member accounts must be in good standing to receive discounted member pricing.

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