participate in research on paediatric OT's

Dear colleagues, I am writing to invite you and your networks to participate in a mixed methods needs assessment study that our research team is conducting. The information collected in this study will assist in identifying the applications of the Canadian 24-Hour Movement Guidelines as a paediatric OT early intervention approach for young children with developmental disabilities. This research is a student, PhD project. We are looking to assess two main research questions: 1. Do Canadian paediatric OTs possess the competence, internal, and external factors required to incorporate the guidelines in early interventions for children with developmental disabilities? 2. What are Canadian OTs’ perspectives regarding their competence, and the practicality to incorporate the guidelines into early intervention practice? There are two opportunities for participation: a one-time virtual survey which will take approximately 20 minutes to complete, and a semi-structured virtual interview which will take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete. You can participate in one or both. This study will take place from January – April 2022. You are eligible to participate in this study if you have: Current registration with a provincial/territorial occupational therapy regulatory body with the ability to practice in Canada; Self-determined experience working with paediatric patients (3-4 years) with developmental disabilities; The ability to read and write in English or French*; Access to the internet. *Interviews will only be available in English. A more detailed explanation of the study rationale and procedures can be found in the letter of information attached to this email. If you are interested in participating in this study, please email Leah Taylor at ltaylo83@uwo.ca and provide your provincial registration number to confirm your eligibility. We would be most appreciative of your participation and your assistance in recruitment. Should you have any questions or require additional clarification, please do not hesitate to contact me. Thank you in advance for considering. Sincerely yours, Trish Trish Tucker, PhD (she/her) Research Director, Child Health and Physical Activity Laboratory Associate Professor & Associate Director – Research, School of Occupational Therapy, Western University Scientist, Children’s Health Research Institute Associate Scientist, Lawson Health Research Institute London, Ontario CANADA ttucker2@uwo.ca www.childpalab.ca

FREE Autism Summit

Holland Bloorview's FREE Autism Summit: Occupational Therapy Edition is this coming Saturday, December 10, 2022! This virtual knowledge translation event has been created in partnership with the Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists and we are thrilled to have over 1,800 participants already registered. Learn from experienced occupational therapists, OT researchers, autistic people, parents and caregivers, and other neurodivergent speakers as to how we can best support our autistic clients and their families through the implementation of neurodiversity-affirming and strengths-based practices. Share the summit link with your colleagues and others who may be interested in learning new ways of thinking about autism. The Basics: This 5 day virtual event is completely FREE! Each day we will broadcast 5 video interviews. Check the schedule tab to view the session topics. You will be able to view all 5 videos for 24 hours, starting at 8:00 am EST each day. The direct link to each days' 5 videos and the password will be EMAILED to you each day beginning on December 10, 2022 at 8:00 am EST. The emails will come from this email address (osot@osot.on.ca). If you don't see it in your mailbox, please check your junk folder. There will be 3 Holland Bloorview's Autism Summit - OT Edition LIVE webinar presentations taking place on December 10, 12 and 13 at 12:00 pm EST. The topics are located under the schedule tab. Join us by clicking the Zoom links provided. Each live webinar will give you an opportunity to ask questions! Please read all of the information provided under the Frequently Asked Questions tab. Meet Up: If you are looking to connect with other professionals, service providers and myself (Moira), join Holland Bloorview's Summit-OT Edition ’s Private Facebook Group! This is how we will create a community during the event. This private group will be archived once the summit is over. Please note that you do NOT need a Facebook account to access the summit's content. We look forward to having you at the summit! Moira Peña, MOT, OT Reg. (Ont.) Team Lead, Autism Projects & Programs Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital Marnie Lofsky, OT Reg. (Ont.), MA (Leadership) Executive Director Ontario Society of Occupational Therapists