Annual General Meeting
2024-12-04 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Edmonton) | ZOOM
Join us for our Annual General Meeting on December 4th at 7pm MDT.
Registration will close on December 3rd and all registered members will receive a link to attend the meeting. Members will be presented with the audited financial statements and approve the slate of directors for the 2024/25 fiscal year.
Post AGM, enjoy a holiday beverage and end the evening with some holiday fun!

February PD Virtual Session Part One - Early Identification, Referral and Management of Post-Stroke Spasticity
2025-02-03 19:00 - 20:00 | ZOOM
Please join us for a Post-Stroke Spasticity virtual education session delivered by AbbVie Institute of Health Education and Dr. Rodney Li Pi Shan on February 3rd, 7-8pm MST. Dr. Rodney Li Pi Shan is a a physiatrist at the Foothills Hospital in Calgary who specializes in brain injury rehabilitation, spasticity, electromyography, and ALS. Please click on the following link to register:
https://abbvie.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJEsfuugrD4vGNIt_S6DndfePCpVPRFoar1X#/registration.
Learning Objectives:

Describe the incidence, prevalence and risk of spasticity in post-stroke patients, as well as the clinical manifestation of spasticity and the importance of early identification of post-stroke spasticity (PSS).
Identify which patients should be treated for post-stroke spasticity and why.
Foster early identification approach and management strategies for patients with PSS while adopting a timely referral for appropriate treatment approach.

February PD Virtual Session Part Two - Post Stroke Spasticity Toolkit for Therapists
2025-02-24 19:00 - 20:00 | Alberta
Please join us for a Post-Stroke Spasticity virtual education session delivered by AbbVie Institute of Health Education and Brittany Marcoux (OT) from the GF Strong Spasticity Management Clinic from Vancouver, BC. on February 24th, 7-8pm MST. Please note, Part 1 is not a prerequisite for Part 2. Please click on the following link to register:
https://abbvie.zoom.us/meeting/register/_MUakQohQ7aw0FS_pGczeg#/registration
Learning Objectives:

List describe various spasticity evaluation and assessment tools used in post-stroke spasticity and describe goal setting and treatment methods.
Select and make use of the tools and scales that are most appropriate for their patients.
Utilize the toolkit and Traffic Light tool to make an appropriate timely referral of patients.

Calgary - Member Appreciation Event
2025-05-01 18:00 - 21:00 | Citizen Brewing Company, 227 35th Ave NE, Calgary, Alberta, T2E 2K5, Canada
In celebration of National Physiotherapy Month, we invite you to a special AAP Member Appreciation Evening – a chance to connect with fellow members, unwind, and enjoy a few drinks on us!
This is our way of saying THANK YOU for being a valued part of AAP. Expect good vibes, great company, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Feel free to bring along a physiotherapist colleague who isn’t a member; we’d love to welcome them!

Please RSVP by: Tuesday, April 29th

Red Deer - Member Appreciation Event
2025-05-08 18:00 - 21:00 | Red Hart Brewing, #112 488 McCoy Drive, Red Deer, AB, Canada
In celebration of National Physiotherapy Month, we invite you to a special AAP Member Appreciation Evening – a chance to connect with fellow members, unwind, and enjoy a few drinks on us!
This is our way of saying THANK YOU for being a valued part of AAP. Expect good vibes, great company, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Feel free to bring along a physiotherapist colleague who isn’t a member, we’d love to welcome them!
Please RSVP by: Tuesday, May 6th

Edmonton - Member Appreciation Event
2025-05-29 18:00 - 21:00 | Shiddy’s Distilling & Rumpus Room, 9908 78th AVE NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6E 1N5, Canada
In celebration of National Physiotherapy Month, we invite you to a special AAP Member Appreciation Evening – a chance to connect with fellow members, unwind, and enjoy a few drinks on us!
This is our way of saying THANK YOU for being a valued part of AAP. Expect good vibes, great company, and a relaxed atmosphere.
Feel free to bring along a physiotherapist colleague who isn’t a member; we’d love to welcome them!

Please RSVP by: Tuesday, May 27th

Care First Panel Discussion: Co-Hosted by CAA and AAP
2025-09-20 13:00 - 15:00 | Delta Hotels Edmonton South Conference Centre – Top of the Inn, 4404 Gateway Blvd NW, Edmonton, Alberta, T6H 5C2, Canada
The Chiropractic Association of Alberta (CAA) and the Alberta Association of Physiotherapy (AAP) invite you to attend a panel discussion on Care-First, featuring:
Dr. Caroline Cancelliere – Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research, Ontario Tech University
Dr. Pierre Côté – Institute for Disability and Rehabilitation Research, Ontario Tech University
Dr. Ashley Smith – Director Rehabilitation, Viva Cura Health
Dave Mulyk – Executive Director, Pension & Insurance Policy, Government of Alberta
Join us on Saturday, September 20th, from 1:00–3:00 p.m. at the Delta South – Top of the Inn for an engaging conversation on the future of auto-insurance in Alberta and the impact on patient care.
This event is open to members of all Alberta healthcare professionals. Advance registration is required, and space is limited to 200 participants. Registration closes Monday, September 15th at 9:00am MST.
