The events listed on this page are relevant to individuals who have a personal or professional interest in eating disorders, body image, self-esteem, and related subjects. As we are a Canadian organization, most of these events are in Canada.
If you are hosting an event, such as an education session, workshop, or conference, we invite you to let us know about it. We are happy to promote the following on this page:
To request an event listing, please complete this form.
ONLINE PEER SUPPORT
Founded by Nalgona Positivity Pride, Sage and Spoon is a support program established to meet a need for more closed spaces designated for members of Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities struggling with body image issues and/or disordered eating. Sage and Spoon support groups are free to attend and open to folks 18+ of all gender identities, expressions, and sizes.
Meetings take place via Zoom every last Wednesday of the month.
Meal support is a time set for community meals that offers distraction with recovery forward conversation and learning. It is a reminder that you are not alone, and that you deserve to show up and be supported exactly where you are.
Dates: June 27, Jul 4, Jul 11, Jul 18, Jul 25, Aug 1, Aug 8, Aug 15, Aug 22, Aug 29
Time: 11:00 a.m. PST
Free to attend, registration is required.
If you have any questions, please email breanna@westwindcounselling.ca. Learn more about Westwind Counselling.
FEMINIST PERSPECTIVES & BEYOND:
The New Normal: Harnessing Wisdom & Innovation
Held virtually beginning Friday, November 8, 2024
Recorded workshops available on demand until Friday, December 27, 2024
Eligible for up to 56 CEs/CMEs/contact hours
Early bird registration discounts available until Friday, September 27, 2024
Origins and Legacies: Impacts of Race and Gender on Eating Disorders
Chukwuemeka Nwuba, MBChB, BSc & Sabrina Strings, PhD
Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
Time: 1:00 – 3:00pm (EST)
Fat Talk: Parenting in the Age of Diet Culture
Virginia Sole-Smith
Date: Saturday, November 9, 2024
Time: 10:00 – 11:30am (EST)
The Wellness Trap: Breaking Free from Diet Culture & Disinformation
Christy Harrison, MPH, RD, CEDS
Date: Saturday, November 10, 2024
Time: 2:00 – 3:30pm (EST)
Free and open to anyone living in Canada.
Hey Sugar! A closer look at the controversial carbohydrate
Date: Monday July 15, 2024
Time: 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. EDT
Join one of Eating Disorder Nova Scotia’s registered dietitians, Kathryn Fraser, for a workshop that will take a closer look at sugar, including:
Open to anyone ages 18 to 29 who identifies as Black, Indigenous, and/or a Person of Colour
Dates: Wednesday July 10th and August 14th
Time: 7:00 pm Eastern Time on both dates
Colouring the Conversation is a culturally safe, trauma-informed space for racialized folks to discuss the complex, intersecting identities of being racialized and having lived and/or living experiences of disordered eating, body image, and/or self-esteem concerns.
This drop-in group is a casual space to connect with others. Discussions are facilitated by two of Peer Mentors who have experience with eating disorder recovery, have completed our training, and are part of the BIPOC community.
Register once and attend one or both sessions.
SENSORY MODULATION STRATEGIES AND INTEROCEPTION: A 2-Part Workshop
Dates: Wednesday July 17 and 24
Times: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. MT
Facilitated by Sara Kreklewich, occupational therapist, this 2-week workshop will explore:
Fee: $20 for both sessions
EATING DISORDERS AND THE BODY: A 2-Part Workshop for Health Professionals
Dates: Wednesday July 24 and Thursday July 25
Times: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m. MT
Facilitated by Chantelle Jensen, registered nurse, this 2-part workshop will help participants increase their understanding of specific impacts of eating disorders and disordered eating on the body systems, such as cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, and more.
The intended audience includes but is not limited to Psychologists, Therapists, Dental Hygienists, Registered Dieticians, Occupational Therapists, and any other professionals interested in learning the impacts on the body.
Fee: $20 for both sessions
Open to residents of Eastern Ontario ages 17+.
FREE DROP-IN BIPOC PEER SUPPORT GROUP
Facilitated by Sophia
This group is intended for individuals from Black, Indigenous, and People of Colour (BIPOC) communities to come together to explore and share their unique experiences, challenges, and triumphs in navigating eating disorder recovery.
Dates: Thursdays, August 8 to September 26, 2024
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
TRANS, NON-BINARY, AND QUEER PEER SUPPORT GROUP
Facilitated by Alex
This group is a space specifically for individuals within the trans, non-binary, and queer communities who are navigating the complexities of eating disorders or disordered eating.
Dates: Thursdays, August 8 to September 26, 2024
Time: 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.
Fee: $50 for general registration, with a pay-what-you-can option; there is no cost for all persons identifying as Indigenous, First Nations, Métis, or Inuit/Innu
Free (for Saskatchewan residents) full-day workshop
Facilitated by Lauralyn Blackburn, MSW, RSW, CEDS-S
This online workshop is designed to equip carers with practical skills derived from Emotion-Focused Family Therapy that will help them strengthen their relationships, with their loved one and respond effectively to strong emotional reactions.
Date: Friday October 11, 2024
Time: 10:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m CT