Discovering new talents!
May 23, from 8:45 A.M. to 10 A.M.
Oral communications as part of the competition for new researchers:
- Carole Anglade (Université de Montréal and CRIR)
- Guillaume Durandau (McGill University)
- Édith Durand (UQTR)
- Philippe Fournier (Université Laval and Cirris)
Discovering new talents! & What's new?
May 23, from 8:45 A.M. to 10 A.M.
Oral communications as part of the competition for new researchers:
- Tokiko Hamasaki (UQTR, CRCHUM and CRIUGM)
- Christine Turgeon (Université Laval and Cirris)
- Liziane Bouvier (McGill University and CRIR)
And an oral communication from a researcher ("What's new?"):
- Mathieu Hotton (Université Laval and Cirris)
The Dragons of REPAR
Continuing the activities of recent years regarding the priorities in terms of adapted and inclusive physical activity in the province of Quebec, Krista Best and Shane Sweet present the Dragons of REPAR. Using the format of the well-known show, four initiatives that stood out have the chance to obtain $5,000 in funding from the Dragons. Come discover inspiring projects, create collaborations or show your support to the teams who will be under the eye of the dragons of REPAR!
Activity leaders: Krista Best (Université Laval) and Shane Sweet (McGill University)
Implementation sciences and knowledge transfer: introduction to concepts
The objective of this workshop is to introduce participants to knowledge transfer as a strategy to accelerate the integration of rehabilitation research results. This workshop will allow participants to improve their understanding of what knowledge transfer is and its importance in rehabilitation. In addition, the workshop will provide knowledge on the different steps to take to successfully implement evidence-based interventions in rehabilitation. This workshop is aimed at clinicians, decision-makers, researchers and students alike.
Activity leaders: Diana Zidarov (CIUSSS du Centre-Sud-de-l’Île-de-Montréal), Quan Nha Hong (Université de Montréal) and Dahlia Kairy (Université de Montréal)
Building the future of tech: accessibility, inclusion and user experience
May 23, from 1:45 P.M. to 3:00 P.M.
This roundtable, organized as part of the UTech Initiative, promises to be a dynamic meeting where experts from various fields will explore the multiple facets of accessibility and inclusiveness in today's digital technologies.
With speakers, such as the director of the Tech3Lab Laboratory at HEC Montréal, Félix Le Pailleur from Desjardins, Yasmine Maurice and Félix Giroux, both doctoral students and Jean-Marie D'Amours, accessibility trainer for the blinds and amblyopes Regroupement of Metropolitan Montreal, this event promises to be a valuable opportunity for interdisciplinary and intersectoral dialogue.
Discussions will revolve around crucial themes, such as the current state of accessibility and digital inclusion in the development of new technologies and the importance of usability evaluation.
By addressing these topics, the roundtable aims to highlight the challenges, opportunities and best practices for developing technology solutions that are not only accessible to all, but also inclusive.
Activity Leaders: Karine Latulippe (Université TÉLUQ) and Claudine Auger (Université de Montréal)
Common mapping of the ecosystem frequented by children and adolescents at risk or suffering from difficulties or a disorder
May 23, from 1:45 P.M. to 3 P.M.
This workshop will firstly identify research projects carried out in the Quebec ecosystem by REPAR members and their collaborators. Subsequently, we will be able to identify the limits and strengths of the network as well as the types of difficulties/disorders and areas not covered by the research. We will also be able to identify areas to explore and consolidate in our current ecosystem to optimize our efforts, rejuvenate and innovate with the aim of optimizing our understanding of the factors that alter or promote the participation of young people in the activities offered to them, and to vary/adapt the service offering available to them through program/approach validation and evaluation activities.
program/approach support and evaluation.
Activity leaders: Mariève Blanchet (UQAM) and Véronique Flamand (Université Laval)
REPAR awards ceremony
May 23, from 4:30 P.M. to 5 P.M.
Awards ceremony and conference by the recipient of the Excellence Award
REPAR's 30th anniversary and cocktail
May 23, 5 P.M. to 6 P.M.
Come celebrate this anniversary and highlight the legacy of REPAR!
Student social activity
May 23, from 6:30 P.M.
By registration only
What's new?
May 24, from 8:45 A.M. to 10 A.M.
Oral communications from researchers:
- Annie Rochette (Université de Montréal and CRIR)
- Hélène Carbonneau (UQTR)
- Karine Bilodeau (Université de Montréal)
- Mélanie Levasseur (Université de Sherbrooke and CdRV)
- Cyril Schneider (Université Laval)
Accessibility issues for people with invisible disabilities in public buildings
This activity is supported by the Centre intersectoriel en santé durable.
- Introduction by E. Morales
- "Barrières et les facilitateurs perçus par les personnes vivant avec une aphasie dans les institutions financières" by S. Berubé-Lalancette and L. Monetta
- "Enjeux d'accessibilité des aéroports pour les personnes ayant de handicaps invisibles", by E. Morales, D. Gotti, A.H. Hassen, R. Inson Michel
- "ACCES: Un projet de collaboration intersectorielle pour améliorer l'accessibilité communicationnelle dans les commerces de proximité", by A. Légaré and M. Lavoie
- "AXC au Patrimoine", by E. Morales, A. Ruiz-Rodrigo, M. Lakoud
- General discussion by L. Monetta
Activity leaders: Laura Monetta (Université Laval) and Ernesto Morales (Université Laval)
To patent or not to patent, what to do with inventions from the academic world?
In this workshop, participants will take the time to philosophize and share their experiences in the field of technological development. This is not an informative workshop where you will be passively given important information to help you navigate the complex intricacies of patents, industrial secrets, commercialization or free dissemination of discoveries. On the contrary, if you like to discuss and debate in a framework free of constraints, this workshop is for you!
Activity leaders: Louis-David Beaulieu (UQAC) and François Nougarou (UQTR)
After graduate studies
The goal of this activity is to allow students to discover the different options that will be available to them on the job market, following their graduate studies. They will also be able to exchange in a friendly way with a panel made up of people working in different fields (academic, organizations, government, private, etc.).
Invited guests (non-exhaustive list!):
- Samuel Turcotte, erg., Ph.D, professeur à l’École des Sciences de la réadaptation à l’Université Laval et chercheur au Centre interdisciplinaire de recherche en réadaptation et intégration sociale (Cirris)
- Clémentine Brun, Ph.D, professionnelle scientifique en santé à l’Institut national d'excellence en santé et en services sociaux (INESSS)
- Louise Demers, Ph.D, directrice et vice-rectrice associée aux Études supérieures et postdoctorales de l'Université de Montréal, responsable du financement étudiant et du développement professionnel
- Benoit Roberge-Vallières, Ph.D, directeur régional (Québec), développement des affaires, Mitacs
Activity leaders: N. Fortin-Bédard (Université Laval), Frédérique Dupuis (Université Laval) and Maëlle Corcuff (Université Laval)
The labor shortage: issues and solutions through the prism of several populations
- Presentation of projects carried out by REPAR members on themes surrounding employment inclusion, return to and retention in work as well as labor shortages.
- Discussion session on strategies for knowledge transfer to relevant communities and on funding opportunities for the implementation of new projects aimed at meeting tomorrow's challenges.
Activity leaders: Alexandra Lecours (UQTR), Charles Batcho (Université Laval) and Guillaume Léonard (Université de Sherbrooke)
Main conference - May 24, 1:45 P.M.-2:45 P.M.
Title of the conference: "Des pistes pour apprivoiser l’innovation responsable en santé et la mettre en action" (presentation in French)
Abstract : Responsible health innovation aims to guide the development of innovations towards more equitable and sustainable health and social service systems on a social, economic and environmental level. Although many players in the health innovation ecosystem wish to innovate responsibly, it is important to clarify what this actually means in practice. Definitions and examples will be shared. The distinct and synergistic roles of researchers, their partners and public policies in creating value in support of the Quebec health and social services system will be addressed.
Pascale Lehoux
1. Vice-présidente scientifique, INESSS; 2. Professeure titulaire, Département de gestion d’évaluation et de politique de santé, Université de Montréal
Holder of a bachelor’s degree in industrial design from the Université de Montréal, Ms. Pascale Lehoux completed a PhD in public health at the same university in 1996. After postdoctoral training in Science & Technology Dynamics at the University of Amsterdam and the Conseil d’évaluation des technologies de la santé du Québec (CÉTS), she began an academic career in 1998 at the Department of Health Administration of Université de Montréal.
Since then, Ms. Lehoux has published two books and more than 165 peer-reviewed scientific articles and has developed numerous knowledge mobilization initiatives. She held the Canada Research Chair in Health Innovations from 2005 to 2015. Her 7-year research program on responsible health innovation (entitled In Fieri) was ranked 22nd out of 150 programs funded in the first competition of the highly competitive Foundation Scheme of the Canadian Institutes of Health Research.
In 2019, Ms. Lehoux was awarded the 30th Anniversary Medal of the Canadian Agency for Drugs and Technologies in Health. This award is given to 10 recipients every 5 years for their contributions to the field of health technology assessment. In 2021, she was awarded the Peggy Leatt Award by the University of Toronto in recognition of significant achievements in developing transformative evidence on how to improve health services and health systems.
Ms. Lehoux was a member of the Board of Directors of the Institut National d’Excellence en Santé et Services Sociaux (INESSS) from 2018 to 2023 and co-chair of Research at the International Observatory of the Societal Impacts of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Technology (OBVIA) from 2018 to 2022. Since August 1, 2023, she is Scientific Vice-President of INESSS.
Technological breakthroughs for personalized rehabilitation
This activity consists of a large group discussion forum on what technological breakthroughs should be for the implementation of care services aimed at personalized rehabilitation. What technologies do rehabilitation researchers dream of having to meet care needs? What would be the “moonshot projects” that should be put in place?
The activity will be led in the form of a “bullsession”, an informal discussion to exchange ideas collectively. Anyone with ideas or interested in participating or attending the discussions is welcome!
Activity leaders: François Michaud (Université de Sherbrooke), director of INTER
Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Workshop
This activity is supported by l'Office des personnes handicapées du Québec (OPHQ).
May 24, from 2:45 P.M. to 4 P.M.
This workshop aims to share knowledge regarding anti-racist action in rehabilitation. Equity and inclusion in diverse professional settings is the primary goal. Practical activities, tools and discussions will allow participants to move from knowledge to action within their clinical or academic community.
Guest speaker: Laurence Charest (Gaaroa https://www.gaaroa.ca)
Activity leaders: Perrine Ferré (Hôpital de réadaptation de Villa Medica) and Adriana Lacerda (Université de Montréal)
