Northern Constellations 2022
Thank you to those who joined us for Northern Constellations 2022
NOSM U’s Annual Faculty Development Conference
May 6th, 2022: 12:30 p.m. - 4:40 p.m. EST
May 7th, 2022: 8:30 a.m. - 12:40 p.m. EST
Our internationally renowned plenary speakers Dr. Saroo Sharda and Rebecca Thomas will provide opportunities to explore the principles of equity, diversity, and inclusion as we advance social accountability at NOSM U through our educational and clinical activities.
Please select from a variety of breakout sessions to suit your learning needs. You will find sessions in the domains of effective teachers and learners; equity, diversity, and inclusion; leadership development, and career progression . These are the pillars of our new vision for faculty development at NOSM U. We are excited to continue to work to bring innovative faculty development programming for you.
As an overall goal of Northern Constellations is to provide opportunities for faculty to further develop scholarly activities and presentation skills, we would appreciate if you would provide the gift of feedback to your colleagues by completing session evaluations. In doing so we continue to grow our expertise and you will have an opportunity to win a book!
Throughout the conference take some time to network with colleagues from across Northern Ontario in one of our many Hallway Conversations. We look forward to seeing you Friday Evening when we recognize important contributions and achievements at the annual Faculty Awards and Celebration.
Program Learning Objectives:
- Describe examples of best practices within health care professional education, leadership, research, and/or scholarship.
- Identify resources to enhance your teaching and learning experiences.
- Incorporate personal or organizational strategies to support your wellness and resiliency.
- Develop networks to support your practice as a faculty member, educator, staff member or learner.
- Apply new skills to improve your teaching outcomes or expand your scholarly activities.
Agenda
Download a copy of the conference agenda below!
To view session descriptions, click on the title in the agenda.
Plenary Speakers
Dr. Saroo Sharda MBChB, MMEd, FRCPC
Anesthesiologist, Medical Educator, Writer and Trained Creative Writing Coach
Dr. Saroo Sharda identifies as a woman of colour of North Indian descent, who has the privilege of being cis-gender, straight, able-bodied and economically privileged
She is an advocate for physician wellness, equity and antiracism, and has written and spoken widely about these topics, including publications in the Canadian Medical Association Journal, British Medical Journal, The Globe and Mail and Today’s Parent.
Dr. Sharda is the inaugural Equity, Diversity and Inclusion Lead at the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario, where she works as a Medical Advisor.
Dr. Sharda holds a Masters and Fellowship in Medical Education, is the Chair of the Physician Wellness Committee at the Canadian Anesthesiologists’ Society and a Faculty Member in the Department of Anesthesia at McMaster University.
When not writing or working she works hard to avoid stepping on lego pieces strewn around the house by her 5 year old and 8 year old sons.
Rebecca Thomas BA, MA
Spoken Word Artist & Storyteller
Rebecca Thomas is an award-winning Mk’kmaw poet from Lennox Island First Nation. Rebecca is a spoken word artist, storyteller, and Halifax Poet Laureate from 2016 to 2018.
Rebecca begins her presentations with a simple plea to those listening: “For the next three minutes, you’re going to see the world through my eyes, and I ask that you empathize with us.” As Rebecca’s father is a residential school survivor, she draws on her personal experiences to create prose and poetry, which demands our attention. Rebecca’s spoken words are a powerful tool for educating about the racism and inequality that impact Indigenous People in Canada. “I don’t mince words. It’s not a performance – it’s me, my happiness, my frustration, my anger, and my sadness on full display.”
Rebecca’s first children’s book, I’m Finding My Talk, was a CBC Best Picture Book of 2019 and a Globe & Mail Top 100 Pick of 2019. Rebecca’s first adult collection of poetry, I place you into the fire, was a CBC Best Canadian Poetry pick of 2020. Her children’s book Swift Fox All Along was nominated for the 2021 Governor General’s Literary Award. The Writers’ Trust of Canada selected her as 2021 Writers’ Trust Rising Star.
Rebecca is a Halifax resident, Student Services Advisor at the Nova Scotia Community College, an avid runner, and hiker who is introducing herself to the land by learning to gather and fish.
For more information about Rebecca Thomas, her story, her work, and her inspiration . .
Dalhousie Original: Rebecca Thomas (June 21, 2018)
CBC The Next Chapter With Shelagh Rogers & Rebecca Thomas (March 21, 2021)
Northern Constellations 2022 Registration & Cancellation Fees
Early Bird Registration Fees available until April 22, 2022!
- NOSM Faculty - $100.00
- NOSM Staff - $100.00
Regular Registration Fees
- NOSM Faculty - $150.00
- NOSM Staff - $150.00
- Non-NOSM Faculty/Staff - $300.00
*We have limited space for our NOSM Learners - registration will be on a first come, first serve basis.
Included with Registration:
- Access to Northern Constellations password protected site
- Live virtual sessions on both days
- Electronic Conference participant package
- Access to Conference resources (presentation, additional resources from speakers)
- Access to Conference recordings (Post Event)
Cancellation Policy
Registration fees for courses cancelled by NOSM CEPD office will be refunded; however NOSM CEPD will not be liable for any loss, damage or other expenses that such cancellation may cause.
In the event that a participant needs to withdraw from the program after registering, a cancellation administration fee will be applied. Please see below for cancellation deadlines and associated fees:
Cancellation Fees
up-to April 15th: $50.00
April 16 to April 28: $100.00
April 29 - May 6: No Refund
*Please submit your cancellation request in writing to the CEPD office at northernconstellations@nosm.ca
Accreditation Statement
This one-credit-per-hour Group Learning program meets the certification criteria of the College of Family Physicians of Canada and has been certified by the Continuing Education and Professional Development Office at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine for up to 6 Mainpro+ credit(s).
This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification Program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by the Continuing Education and Professional Development Office at the Northern Ontario School of Medicine. You may claim a maximum of 6 hour(s) (credits are automatically calculated).
Location
Online event
Registration period
March 21, 2022 - 1:00 AM until May 6, 2022 - 5:00 PM
Contact us
If you have any questions, please contact northernconstellations@nosm.ca .
