Congress Registration opens June 3

Posted on May 15th, 2013
Congress Registration opens June 3

Registration for the 4th Canadian Stroke Congress, to be held in Montréal in conjunction with Vascular 2013 from October 17-20, opens on June 3. An updated preliminary program for the congress is available for download here. Among the highlights: Vascular Day (Friday, October 18) a unique, one-time Canadian event that will bring four separate scientific meetings together under one roof. National Courses in Stroke, Stroke Nursing, and Stroke Rehabilitation. Dr. Antoine

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Saskatchewan approves Acute Stroke Care Pathway

Posted on May 13th, 2013
Saskatchewan approves Acute Stroke Care Pathway

As a result of a recent consultation process, the government of Saskatchewan has selected two healthcare pathway concepts for development in the province this year. Representatives from Regional health authorities, Saskatchewan Cancer Agency, medical, nursing and allied health leaders and patients supported development of an Acute Stroke Care Pathway. The Acute Stroke Care Pathway, spanning from rural to tertiary care, is intended to increase access to stroke-limiting treatment and increase

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2013 Summer Studentship Awards announced

Posted on May 13th, 2013

The Canadian Stroke Network is awarding a record 27 summer studentships this year. The awards, valued at $7,000, are tenable for a period of 4 months (May 1, 2013 – August 31, 2013). The Network reviewed 45 applications, and awarded grants to the following investigators and their CSN summer students. (Students’ names are in parentheses.) Dr. Michelle Aarts, University of Toronto (Anjali Anne Ajit) Dr. Phil Ainslie, University of British

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CSNTA Webinar Series

Posted on May 13th, 2013
CSNTA Webinar Series

The CSNTA Webinar Series has arrived! The debut presentation in this series is scheduled for May 29th at 9am PST (Noon EST). This presentation will feature data and videos highlighting current research and techniques examining the cortical neurophysiology of individuals with chronic stroke from CSN Investigator Dr. Lara Boyd’s Brain Behavior Laboratory at the University of British Columbia. Specific topics will include: Magnetic resonance spectroscopy (MRS): Rate of motor sequence acquisition

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SPiN Course update

Posted on May 13th, 2013

Planning for the 2013 SPiN course is well underway with all speakers now confirmed! A preliminary program will be available soon, so don’t forget to submit an application for your chance to be a part of this exciting training opportunity (see below for application information). Application Information The Canadian Stroke Network Trainee Association (CSNTA) will be hosting the 2013 SPiN (Special Program in Neuroscience) course in Montreal on October 15

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2013 Canadian Stroke Congress abstract review process underway

Posted on May 13th, 2013

A record 301 abstracts were submitted to the 2013 Canadian Stroke Congress, and are now under review. The Congress Program Committee, chaired by Dr. Michael Hill and Dr. Mark Bayley, has begun the review process.  The committee is judging abstracts based on scientific merit, originality, interest for Congress members and clarity of expression.  Accepted abstracts will also be consideration for spotlight at Vascular Day, the one-time showcase of Canadian vascular

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Do you use Social Media? Take our survey.

Posted on May 12th, 2013
Do you use Social Media? Take our survey.

Do you use social media as a way to communicate or access information? Are you interested in network-related information, stroke news, events or announcements? If so, we’d like to hear from you. We’re using Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram to reach network members and the public, and we want your advice on where we can improve and where you would like to find us. Please take a minute to complete

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85% of Canadian parents want government to place limits on advertising unhealthy foods and beverages to children

Posted on May 9th, 2013
85% of Canadian parents want government to place limits on advertising unhealthy foods and beverages to children

Experts call for restrictions on marketing to children OTTAWA, May 9, 2013 – More than 20 national and provincial health and scientific organizations have joined together in advance of Canada Health Day 2013 in support of a policy statement calling for a restriction on marketing of foods and beverages high in fats, added sugars or sodium targeted to children under the age of 13. Developed by a national group of

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Hakim inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

Posted on May 3rd, 2013
Hakim inducted into the Canadian Medical Hall of Fame

Honoured for work in stroke, Network CSN Scientific Director and CEO, Antoine Hakim, was inducted into Canadian Medical Hall of Fame in Halifax on March 2nd for his “visionary” work in creating the Canadian Stroke Network. With Thursday’s induction, he joins the ranks of inductees who have pushed the boundaries of discovery and innovation beyond the realm of possibility to make the world a better place. Click on the viewer

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Job posting: Best Practices and Performance Analyst, Stroke (HSF)

Posted on May 2nd, 2013

Best Practices and Performance Analyst, Stroke Permanent Full Time The Employer The Heart and Stroke Foundation of Canada is a leader in improving the lives of Canadians.  We are a volunteer based (130,000 volunteers! Thank you!) Health charity that leads in the elimination of heart disease and stroke, reducing their impact with over $1 billion invested in research, advocacy, the promotion of healthy living and a national stroke strategy. The

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