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Join Us for the Saskatchewan Psychiatric Association 70th Annual AGM and Conference!

Mark your calendars for an exciting and enriching event as the Saskatchewan Psychiatric Association (SPA) presents its Annual General Meeting and Conference! The lineup of speakers and topics has now been released—don’t miss this opportunity to engage with leading experts in psychiatry.

This year’s event promises a day filled with insightful discussions, thought-provoking presentations, and valuable networking opportunities with colleagues and industry leaders. Plus, take advantage of Continuing Professional Development (CPD) opportunities provided by the CPA CPD Institute.

A highlight you won’t want to miss: our resident poster presentations, where emerging professionals will showcase their latest research and innovations in the field.

Whether you're looking to expand your knowledge, connect with fellow practitioners, or explore the latest psychiatric advancements, this conference is designed to inspire and support your professional growth.

Check out the full lineup of speakers and topics now—we look forward to seeing you there!

Target Audience:

The target audience is Psychiatrists, Psychiatry Residents and other health care professionals are encouraged to attend.

 in-personIn-Person Conference
locationDelta Hotel Regina, 1919 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina, SK
program date April 4, 2025 | Annual General Meeting | pm *psychiatrists and residents only - meal included
program date April 5, 2025 | 70th Annual Conference | am
feesRegistration Fees + Taxes

$200.00 - Psychiatrist Members
$300.00 - Psychiatrist Non-Members (Includes Membership)
$200.00  - Other Physicians/Allied Health - Saturday Only
Free - Psychiatry Residents 
spa-partnership

 

Registration Now Closed

Agenda

dateFriday, April 4, 2025

4:30pm - 5:30pm Resident Meetings | Novara Room 
5:30pm - 6:00pm Registration and Cocktails | Novara Room 
6:00pm - Dinner and AGM (members only) | Novara Room 

dateSaturday, April 5, 2025

Canadian Psychiatric Association | Saskatchewan Psychiatric Association Annual Conference
Delta Hotels Regina, 1919 Saskatchewan Drive, Regina, SK

7:30am – 8:00am Registration and Breakfast | Trentino Room

8:00am – 8:05am Welcome & Treaty Acknowledgment | Dr. Hinz

8:05am - 9:05am | Plenary Session 1  

Province-wide Psychiatric Virtual Care Solutions: Examples from Manitoba | Trentino Room
Jennifer Hensel, MD, MSc, FRCPC | Winnipeg, Manitoba
By the end of this session, learners will be able to:
1. Review current challenges regarding access to psychiatric care.
2. Discuss province-wide initiatives that have been successful in Manitoba.
3. Summarize key facilitators for these successes as well as ongoing challenges and future directions.

9:10am - 10:10am | Plenary Session 2

Autism Spectrum Disorder in Adults: Clinical Challenges and Treatment Considerations | Trentino Room
Anupam Thakur, MBBS, MD, MSc | Toronto, Ontario
By the end of this session, learners will be able to:
1.Be familiar with best practices in assessment and diagnosis of autism in adulthood.
2.Identify common misdiagnoses and the impact of diagnostic overshadowing on mental health treatment.
3.Explore the use of psychotropic medications in treating co-occurring mental health conditions in autistic individuals.

10:15am – 11:30am | Resident Poster Session will take place in the Campania Room

SPA 2025 Abstract Brochure 

11:35am – 12:35pm | Plenary Session 3

How to Practise Geriatric Psychiatry as a General Psychiatrist | Trentino Room
Catherine Hickey, MD, MMEd, FRCPC | St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
By the end of this session, learners will be able to:
1. Review the changing demographics of the Canadian population and how these impact the general psychiatrist.
2. Discuss the case types that can be routinely managed by general psychiatrists.
3. Differentiate those cases that necessitate subspecialty consultation (where available).
4. Consider "tips and tricks" to facilitate more accurate diagnoses and appropriately tailored treatment plans for older adults.  

 

12:35pm - 12:45pm | Closing remarks

*Please note the above schedule is subject to change.

Speakers

hensel

Jennifer Hensel, MD, MSc, FRCPC
Winnipeg Manitoba
Bio

thakur

Anupam Thakur, MBBS, MD, MSc
Toronto, Ontario
Bio

hickey

Catherine Hickey, MD, MMEd, FRCPC 
St John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador
Bio

Event Information
Tammy Glynn, CME Program Coordinator
Email: tammy.glynn@usask.ca
cmelearning.usask.ca

Check out the Psychiatry website saskpsychiatry.ca