A Strong Profession= Healthier Patients

Registration is now open for the

2013 Scientific Conference & Annual General MeetingMarch 21 – 24, 2013The Rimrock Hotel, Banff, Alberta

A stellar lineup of speakers! (page 2)

Who will be performing at this year’s President’s Gala? (page 2)

Bring the family! (page 3)

Early bird pricing in effect until February 22, 2013 - register today! (page 4)

Registration options (page 4)

2013 APA Conference Presenters

Psychopharmacology of Bipolar Disorder: From Evidence to Practice (Guidelines for Busy Frontline Clinicians)

Guy Goodwin, FRCPsych, FMedSciW A Handley Professor of PsychiatryUniversity of Oxford

Psychopharmacology of Depression: From Evidence to Practice (Guidelines for Busy Frontline Clinicians)

Ian M. AndersonProfessor of Psychiatry, Neuroscience and Psychiatry UnitUniversity of Manchester

ChIlD AnD ADolESCEnt SPEAkER the Importance of Early Brain Development: Assessing Brain networks through Four Brain Systems

Connie lillas, PhD, MFt, RnDirector, Interdisciplinary Training Institute National Graduate Zero to Three FellowCo-author, The NRF www.the-nrf.com

Mental health outcomes of Social Inequities in the Aboriginal Population

lynden (lindsay) Crowshoe, MD, CCFPAssistant ProfessorPrimary Care Research GroupDepartment of Family MedicineUniversity of Calgary

Registration is now open for the 2013 APA Scientific Conference and Annual General Meeting. this year’s Scientific Committee has put together an outstanding program with an impressive roster of high caliber speakers.

Cutting Edge Mid- and long-term treatment for Schizophrenia: new Data and new Strategies

Ira D. Glick, MDProfessor Emeritus of Psychiatry & Behavioral Sciences Department of PsychiatryStanford University School of Medicine

Dr. Chris Eagle, President and Chief Executive Officer of Alberta Health Services is also confirmed to present.

President’s GalaJoin us in toasting the outgoing APA President and

welcoming in the incoming President at the annual

President’s Gala. this year we are excited to be

featuring two-time Juno award-winning performer

oscar lopez. oscar lopez’s latin guitar groove has

made him a stand-out on the world music scene.

oscar lopez has also agreed to

grace us with an interview on

Saturday afternoon – be sure to

join us for this session: “Creativity

and Madness – an Interview with

Oscar Lopez”.

Visit albertapsych.org to stay informed on conference program updates

Conference Registration

Pricing:Early bird rates (close on February 22/13):

• $415.00 APA Member• $415.00 CPA Member• $490.00 Nonmember

Regular rates:

• $475.00 APA Member• $475.00 CPA Member • $550.00 Nonmember

Other rates:

• $26.00 Resident • $52.00 Family Fun Night Tickets• $130.00 President’s Gala Tickets

Note: Full conference registration fee includes one ticket to Family Fun Night and one ticket to the President’s Gala.

Registration Options:online: https://securegs.com/apa

Email: conference@albertapsych.org

Fax: (403) 244-2340

Courier:400, 1040 – 7 Avenue SW Calgary, Alberta t2P 3G9

Mail: Po Box 6173, Station D Calgary, Alberta t2P 2C8

Bring your family!Banff has much to offer as a vacation destination location, including:

• Skiing and snowboarding (Mount Norquay, Lake Louise and Sunshine)

• Hiking and snowshoeing

• Ice skating

• Sledding and tobaganning

• Shopping

• Fine dining

• Hot Springs

• The Banff Centre

….and much more!

Family Fun Night will take place on Friday, March 22nd. Join colleagues and their families for a light meal, refreshments and entertainment guaranteed to appeal to all ages.

Residents’ NightCalling all Residents!! This year we’re looking to shake up Residents’ Night by moving it to the Yarrow Room from our traditional third floor location. This means there will be no need to shut things down early… so, come out and join your fellow residents for a drink and a bite to eat. The party will get underway at 9:30 pm on Friday night.

Cancellation and Refund PolicyDeadline for a full refund less $25.00 administration fee: February 22, 2013Deadline for a 50% registration refund: March 13, 2013Deadline for social event refunds: March 13, 2013Please note, after March 13, 2013 no refunds will be allowed; however

delegate substitution is permitted.Department of Psychiatry

Registration Form 2013 Scientific Conference & Annual General MeetingMarch 21 – 24, 2013The Rimrock Hotel, Banff, Alberta

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Conference RegistrationEarly bird rates (available until February 22/13):

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Regular rates:

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o $26.00 Resident = ____________

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o $130.00 Additional President’s Gala Ticket(s) X ______ = ____________ (indicate number of tickets needed)

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