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:
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Connect, Collaborate, and Enhance Eating Disorder Care in Alberta
Date: Tuesday February 3, 2026
Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm (MT)
Location: MacKimmie Tower, 7th Floor, University of Calgary
420 Campus Lane NW, Calgary; online option also available
The Summit will be bringing together eating disorder professionals, researchers, policymakers, and lived-experience voices in Alberta to share knowledge, identify gaps, and build a collaborative community with the aim of increasing access and improving overall care.
This event is hybrid for anyone who isn't able to join in-person. This event is no-cost, but does require registration.
Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026
Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm PST
Learn about disordered eating, what to be aware of, the importance of connection, and strategies that help support recovery. Victoria Keddis will host a conversation with Eating Disorders Therapist & Educator Carmen Kaufmann, and Rylee McKinlay, a young person with lived experience, and Terri McKinlay, a parent with lived experience.
This event also includes a panel discussion with Carmen Kaufmann (EmbodyBC), Louise Green (Size Inclusive Training Academy) and Claire Hunter (Looking Glass Foundation for Eating Disorders).
If you have questions about this event, please contact Carmen Kaufmann at ckaufmann@familyservices.bc.ca or (778) 686-6738.
Date: Thursday February 5, 2026
Time: 12:00 - 12:45 pm ET
Join the National Initiative for Eating Disorders for this free panel discussion for caregivers about how to foster more supportive environments for loved ones experiencing an eating disorder.
Date: Monday February 2, 2026
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. Atlantic Time
If you’re feeling the desire to add some new or different coping tools to your repertoire, looking to top up your knowledge and skills around things like distress tolerance and self-soothing, or could use some support on developing a self-care plan for your recovery, this is the workshop for you! Join Alyssa Walsh, CCC, and Estelle Cochingyan to learn how build your toolbox through healthy coping strategies and self-care plans.
We hope to strengthen your resilience to help you bounce back from challenging situations that could trigger your ED behaviours. Build skills like:
If you have questions about this workshop, please contact Debra Wells-Hopey (Program Manager) at debra.wells-hopey@eatingdisordersns.ca
Date: Monday February 2, 2026
Time: 2:00 - 3:30 p.m. Newfoundland Time
Location: Online on Zoom
Dr. Becker will include an overview of ARFID and its differentiation from other eating disorders, along with a brief discussion of ARFID assessment and an introduction to CBT-AR, discussing broadly the 4 phases of treatment and goals from each.
Continuing education credit will be provided.
$20 registration fee due by Friday January 30, 2026
E-transfer to info@edfnl.ca
To register please contact Julia Gregersen at julia@edfnl.ca
View/download the event flyer here
Date: Tuesday February 3, 2026
Time: 12:00 - 1:30 p.m. Newfoundland Time (11:30 - 1:00 p.m. Labrador Time)
Location: Online on Zoom
Join this session to learn about:
Registration is required but FREE
For more information or to register please contact Cathy at cathy@edfnl.ca
View/download the event flyer here
Free and open to anyone to anyone 16+ living in Canada.
CULTIVATING COMPASSION: Skills for Recovery Group Program
Start Date: Wednesday February 4, 2026
End Date: Wednesday March 11, 2026
Time: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m. AST
Join Alyssa Walsh, Certified Canadian Counsellor and person with lived experience, for a six-week group designed to help you better understand and cope with feelings. Together we will:
Learn more and register at Eventbrite.
NOURISH YOUR RECOVERY: Skills for Recovery Group Program
Start Date: Tuesday February 11, 2026
End Date: Tuesday March 10, 2026
Time: 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. AST
In this five-week workshop, Megan Henderson, Registered Dietitian will help you build practical skills to rebuild your relationship with food and eating. Topics will include:
DAILY EVENTS
Friday February 27: Day of Help
(For residents of the United States)
It’s okay to ask for help! On this day we encourage individuals experiencing eating disorders and their loved ones to reach out to The Alliance and ask for help.
Saturday February 28: National Day of Support
(Open to people around the globe)
Join us for our support group "group-a-thon"! From 8:00 am to 12:00 am EST (5 am to 9 pm PST) we are offering 24 free, therapist-led, virtual support groups. Groups will be open to individuals experiencing eating disorders (ages 18+) and loved ones (ages 12+).
Sunday March 1: Day of Recovery
Join us as we raise awareness about eating disorders, share stories of hope and recovery, and participate in our “One Day, You Will” campaign.
Learn more about The Alliance at https://www.allianceforeatingdisorders.com/
Date: Tuesday January 27, 2026
Time: 4:00 - 5:30 p.m. Eastern time via Zoom.
This is a group specifically for male caregivers who often face distinct challenges in supporting their loved ones. The goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you can share experiences, gain insights, and find the strength to continue your vital role. These monthly sessions are being facilitated by Dr. Blake Woodside and and Trent Simon, MDiv RP.
Learn about disordered eating, what to be aware of, the importance of connection, and strategies that help support recovery. Victoria Keddis will host a conversation with Carmen Kaufmann, MSW, RSW, Senior Manager of EmbodyBC; Rylee McKinlay, a young person with lived experience; and Terri McKinlay, a parent with lived experience.
Thursday February 19, 2026; 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm PST
Learn more and register for this session here.
Thursday February 26, 2026; 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm PST
Learn more and register for this session here.
If you have questions about this event, please contact Carmen Kaufmann at ckaufmann@familyservices.bc.ca