The Canadian Art Therapy Association

and

The Ontario Art Therapy Association

2011 Conference - Niagara Falls, Canada

November 3 - 6, 2011


Our Conference

The Canadian Art Therapy and Ontario Art Therapy associations together offer an exciting 2011 conference in the remarkable city of Niagara Falls. Art Therapy Here and Now will present new approaches in art therapy and encourage you to explore aspects of our profession and its application to a variety of client groups. An extensive roster of over 50 professionals will bring their unique perspectives and leave you with renewed energy and enthusiasm, as well as a broader appreciation for this profession. Our keynote speaker, Cathy Malchiodi, is a leader in the art therapy field who will challenge your perceptions and bring new insights to your practice.

Topics include the role of art therapy in the treatment of mental illness, abuse, trauma, cancer, the autism spectrum, eating and attachment disorders, the aftermath of domestic violence, and more. The emerging connections between art therapy and neuroscience will be explored. Key aspects of contemporary practice, such as communicating across disciplines and client groups, the use of media and techniques, and foundational stances such as collaborative healing, mindfulness, and multicultural awareness will also be discussed.

Keynote Speaker: Cathy Malchiodi, PhD, LPAT, LPCC

Cathy is a research psychologist, licensed art therapist and mental health counsellor. She is a certified trainer for the National Institute for Trauma and Loss, and has given over 300 keynote addresses, workshops, courses, and lectures around the world. She is the author of numerous books on art therapy and co-author of the forthcoming text, Trauma Informed Practice with Children and Adolescents. Cathy will give her keynote address at the conference on Friday morning, focusing on art therapy’s impact, and its increasing validation by research, neuroscience, mindfulness, arts in healthcare and the broad area of “soul and spirit”.

Pre-conference Workshop with Cathy Malchiodi, PhD, LPAT, LPCC

As an additional, separate opportunity, Cathy will also be offering a pre-conference workshop on Thursday, November 3. This is part of a Trauma Informed Art Therapy Certificate Program.

This one-day course will introduce you to trauma informed art therapy and how to apply practical strategies to your work with children and adults who have experienced a wide variety of traumatic events.Trauma Informed Art Therapy integrates neuroscience and neurodevelopment, somatic approaches, mindfulness practices, and resilience enhancement, using artmaking as the core approach. It is based on best evidence-based practices identified by SAMSHA and the National Institute for Trauma and Loss. This course is open to mental health and healthcare professionals and students; no previous experience with art therapy is required.

This course fulfills part of the Trauma Informed Art Therapy Certificate Program; all participants will receive a certificate of completion from the National Institute for Trauma and Loss.

6 CEUs available. Continuing education credits have been applied for with the National Board for Certified Counselors (NBCC), APA, APT, and California of Behavioral Science (for MFTs).


Location: Crowne Plaza Niagara - Falls Fallsview Hotel

The lovely Crowne Plaza Niagara Falls Fallsview Hotel is a wonderful place to bring your family, meet friends and learn from your colleagues. Every excitement ? from the amazing Niagara Falls to the bustling casino or the indoor waterslide is just a short walk away. We have obtained an excellent conference rate of only $89.95 for a traditional room (single or double occupancy) or $109.95 for a room overlooking the world-famous falls. Triple and quadruple accommodation is also available at an additional cost of $20 per person per day, to a maximum of four adults per guestroom. Even when you are busy at the conference, your family will have wonderful time!

Phone 1-800-519-9911 and use code OAZ to book. Or click here to book online. This special rate applies November 2-6 only, and reservations must be made before October 7.

Transportation

A Niagara airbus is available from Buffalo and Hamilton airports, and from Pearson International airport in Toronto. Conference delegates can click here. Between September 25 and November 12, 2011, you are offered a 20% discount on Airbus transportation, and 10% discount on exclusive or private-car service. Plus, if you are interested in using their services for a tour of the area, every tour is available to you at a 15% discount. Please use the conference code (547) at the time of booking for express, priority service to the conference hotel. Further savings are available through return-ticket, early and group bookings.

The advantage of this bus service is that they will wait for you if a flight is delayed, and offer door-to-door service!

Other transportation choices include Via Rail and Greyhound. Please visit these sites to find specific rates and schedules from your destination to Niagara Falls, Ontario.

Attractions and Entertainment

Packed with attractions, world-class hotels and dining, exciting nightlife and family adventure, the New Niagara Falls is a vacation paradise. The city of Niagara Falls offers a variety of attractions for the whole family — from a classic Maid of the Mist boat ride or a world-class view from the Skylon Tower, to some reflective moments at the Niagara Botanical Gardens or lots of fun & games at the Fallsview Casino. The younger members of your family may enjoy time spent at the Fallsview Indoor waterpark, Marineland or the Butterfly Conservatory. The adjacent Niagara-on-the-Lake region is rich with opportunities for relaxed shopping, golf, wine tours and spa retreats. Entertainment, relaxation and self-care are all within a short walk or drive from the conference hotel!

The CAA Winter Festival of Lights will hold its opening celebration on November 5th with a spectacular fireworks display, and the lighting of over 120 displays and three million sparkling lights along the Niagara Parks Winter Wonderland. This is a free event, and all are welcome.

Click here for some ideas of what you and your family can do in Niagara Falls.



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Please read the program, and complete the registration form.

Conference Registration Package
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Lyne Monkhouse, Conference Registrar
140 McKee Ave, Toronto, Ontario
Canada, M2N 4C4


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Conference Registrar: lm.monkhouse@sympatico.ca

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CONFERENCE REGISTRATION FEES

Registration Fee includes 3 breakfasts, 2 lunches, and refreshment breaks. Please choose your registration fee:


 Before September 25th After September 25th
OATA or CATA member $315 $360
Non Member (Get membership and save!) $ 345 $390
Other art therapy association member $330 $375
Full-time student (registered with CATA or OATA) $185 $225
Other full-time student (Please send proof of other student status by mail or email to address below $195 $250
Pre-conference Pre-conference with Cathy Malchiodi on Thursday Nov. 3 is now FULL. $155
Pre-conference, Student $130
CATA & OATA BANQUET – (Saturday, November 5th)
$55 per person

Refunds minus $45.00 until Sept 30. NO REFUNDS AFTER Sept 30, 2011

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