EPION 2013 Conference

This year's EPION (formerly OWGEPI) Conference 2013 was held at the Sheraton Toronto Centre hotel on Queen Street, Toronto. Over 320 registrants attended two days of workshops; keynotes; and networking sessions.

This year's theme was I.M.P.A.C.T. striving to cover the following areas: 

Innovative Practices

Measurements/Outcome Measures

Physical Health and Activity

Access (Facilitating Access and Early Identification)

Concurrent Disorders (Substance Use)

Transitions from EPI Programs and Relapse Prevention

Find out more about EPION (Early Psychosis Intervention in Ontario Network) and the incredible work they do at www.epion.ca

Conference Kit for 320 Attendees

Some of the overworked and amazing members of the 2013 Conference Planning Committee.

The calm before the storm: Conference Kits on the Registration Desk

EPION 2013: MAKING AN I.M.P.A.C.T.

Getting ready for the crowd of 320!

Caversham Booksellers on site providing books on Mental Health.

Attendees purchasing items from Caversham Booksellers.

Poster Session with scientific posters and works by the graphic
illustrator, who visually captured the keynotes.

During one of the keynote sessions.

One of the keynote sessions, before breaking to attend one of the
25 workshops or networking sessions. 

EPION 2013

The countdown to EPION 2013 has begun--1 more hour to go!
Type A Events is proud to once again be working with this incredible organization which brings Mental Health professionals from across Toronto together.
EPION = Early Psychosis Intervention in Ontario Network formerly the OWGEPI.
Find out more about their amazing work at: www.epion.ca

More to come from this 3 day Conference held at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel.

On a beautiful day in late September, Rob and Lara said "I Do" in front of their closest friends and family. This artistic duo chose to use their favourite authors as the theme to their wedding. Type A Events worked closely with them to bring this theme to life. From the author-dedicated tables, to the fun "Polaroid" station-this brunch wedding was filled with warm and lovely moments. The relaxed atmosphere, and the love between the bride and groom helped make this one of the most memorable weddings of the year!

The "Salinger Table" named after one of the couple's favourite authors.
Each table had a favourite book by the chosen author that was given away
as a gift during the games portion.

The beautiful couple after their ceremony.

Wild flowers, the bride's favourite, were used everywhere.

Dancing the Hora, followed by dancing a traditional Armenian folk dance.

The kids sat at the "Dr. Seuss table"--Green Eggs and Ham were not served at this brunch.

Long tables added to the warmth of this event.

Petals lining the aisle.

The bridal party getting the party started!

The Polaroid station was a big hit with all.

Each table also had scrabble tiles which spelled out "Love" in a variety of languages to
display the couple's love of travel.

When one cake just isn't enough...

Special guests that just happened to be in the neighbourhood!

More photos can be found on the Type A Events Facebook page.

Congratulations Mara and Jeff!

On a beautiful, sunny August day Mara and Jeff said "I Do" underneath the Chuppah. With their family beside them, and their friends in attendance, it truly was a special day.

Under the Chuppah wearing the Tallit or Prayer Shawl

Under the Chuppah 

Signing the Ketubah

Dancing the Hora!

Delicious Desserts!

Cutting the Cake

MaRS Business of Aging Summit 2012

The Business of Aging: Wellness in the Workplace A very important topic for our age (pardon the pun). Type A Events was thrilled to once again work with the insightful folks at MaRS Discovery District on their recent Business of Aging Summit 2012. Held in the main MaRS Auditorium, this packed agenda included two keynotes, an Innovation Showcase, 2 panels, 5 Innovation Vignettes, a case study, and an innovation implementation facilitation session. Did I mention this was a 1-day Summit? Our 2 keynotes Dr. Joseph Coughlin, Director, MIT AgeLab and Geoff Mulgan, CEO, NESTA (UK) book-ended this incredible day. Thanks to Dr. Alain Sotto, Chief Physician-Wellness Division at the OPG and Occupational Medical Consultant at the TTC for his thought-provoking case study; and to all our Innovators who are leading the charge in the new understanding of aging in the workplace.

The Summit's packed Agenda!

Innovation Showcase participant INTERxVENT

Keynote Dr. Joseph Coughlin, Director, MIT AgeLab holds his audience captive.

Ready for Lunch! Bento Boxes for all!

Keynote Dr. Joseph Coughlin, Director,MIT AgeLab
 "Thanks so much for your help, good cheer and effectiveness at the event. It was great to work with you and hope to have the chance again sometime soon. All the best, Joe"

For more photos visit the Type A Events Facebook page and the MaRS Discovery District blog on the event.

CSAE Trillium: Embrace Your Inner Gleek Gala

Had a fantastic night last night at the CSAE (Canadian Society of Association Executives) Trillium Chapter, Holiday Gala. The theme was "Embrace Your Inner Gleek". I decided to embrace it with a bow-tie but others went all out with tracksuits and other Glee-themed paraphernalia.

A specific Thank You to Kathy Tavares, Sales Manager with Starwood Hotels and Resorts-Toronto for the invitation.

Regent Park School of Music: The Tina Jabbour Annual Music Campaign

Type A Events was thrilled to be a part of The Tina Jabbour Annual Music Campaign at the Regent Park School of Music. This incredible school provides high quality, affordable music education to underprivileged children in Toronto.

The Tina Jabbour Annual Music Campaign, named after an incredible young woman with an affinity for music, assists the school by helping to raise money every year towards offsetting a specific cost. This year nearly $8000 was raised to purchase new instruments for the over 950 students of the school!

Thank you to all our clients and friends who donated to this amazing cause!

For those who still wish to donate please visit http://tinamusic.wordpress.com/

Ontario Working Group for Early Psychosis Intervention 2011

Thank you to the tireless members of the Ontario Working Group for Early Psychosis Intervention who once again allowed Type A Events to organize their annual conference. The 2011 conference was the largest yet with over 275 attendees.

Taking over most of the conference space at the downtown Toronto's Sheraton Hotel this year's 2-Day Conference focused on the topic of Stigma in the Mental Health field and with over 30 individual speakers and workshops the topic was engaged from a variety of angles.

A chance to relax from the days events came with the inaugural "OWGEPI at the Movies" event. A film showing followed by panel discussion with our own special Awards Night twist.

This was the 6th Conference that Type A Events has organized with the OWGEPI and it just keeps getting better and better!

MaRS Discovery District: Nitric Oxide Symposium

Type A Events is proud to be part of the coordination team for the Nitric Oxide Symposium presented by MaRS Discovery District and NeurAxon taking place on May 27th and 28th, 2010.

Following the Nobel Prize awarded in 1998 for the discovery and function of Nitric Oxide (which up until then had been regarded as a noxious gas) an enormous amount of research has been undertaken to better understand the functions of this neurotransmitter in various physiological conditions as well as acute and chronic pathological conditions such as pain, Parkinson’s disease, Alzheimer’s disease, traumatic brain injury, stroke, inflammatory disease etc. Apart from Nitric Oxide, two other gaseous neurotransmitters, Hydrogen Sulfide and Carbon Monoxide, have become the focus of biologists and chemists alike to explore the significance of these neurotransmitters in inflammation and gastric mucosal protection.

The objective of this symposium is to increase awareness amongst the research community as to how basic science driven approaches can lead to the successful development of novel therapeutic agents.

The following aspects will be covered:

• Biology: Discovery and function of gaseous neurotransmitters and mediators, including hydrogen sulfide and carbon monoxide
• Pharmacology: Pain, inflammation, immunology, CNS, TBI
• Structure: X-Ray structures on ligand bound enzymes
• Chemistry: Donors and inhibitors - therapeutic implications
• Clinical applications

For further information and registration please click here.

Conference Planning: Ontario Working Group for Early Psychosis Intervention

Congratulations to the Ontario Working Group for Early Intervention in Psychosis (OWGEPI) for another successful Conference. The OWGEPI is an organization made up of employees that work for Early Psychosis Intervention programs across Ontario.

Type A Events was once again honoured to be coordinating this educational and fundamental Conference. The work the OWGEPI does at this Conference has practical applications to those within the Mental Health field--from clients, to family members, to doctors and case managers.

This year's theme of Social Inclusion brought Social Inclusion in Mental Health expert Dr. David Morris from England as our keynote speaker.

The workshops, keynote, and plenary session were filled with interesting debate and lively conversation. What a special group of dedicated people.

This was my 5th year organizing this Conference, and I hope for 5, 10, 15 years more!

Thank you to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for the funding of this Conference.

National Home Show Housewarming Party: CityLine

Our friends over at CityLine just posted some photos of Tracy with Ty Pennington at the National Home Show Opening Night Party. Take a look

National Home Show Housewarming Party

Lena Arabian, Event Coordinator, Creative Director, Type A Events and Tracy Moore, Host CityLine

Type A Events was thrilled to have been invited back as event organizers of the fabulous National Home Show Opening Night Housewarming Party held this year on February 19th, 2010. Presented by CityLine and in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation, this classic cocktail for a good cause brought us all a little warmth.

Hosted by CityLine's delightful Tracy Moore, with Special Guest Extreme Makeover: Home Edition's Ty Pennington, the event was filled with fun, fantastic tips and the occasional tipple. The talented and hilarious CityLine design team was also on hand, showing off their amazing Dream Home.

Taking place in the Home Show's beautifully designed Dream Gardens, a must see, our 450 attendants were treated to breathtaking landscape designs and architecture by candlelight. You could cozy up in a variety of features and nooks. Add on an amazing cake provided by Cakestars and a variety of delicate wines and hearty spirits provided by Toronto Wine and Spirits, and we were all in a bit of a dream. A nice place to be in dreary February.

Thanks to Denise, Shalini, Tina, Sarah and the entire National Home Show team for allowing Type A Events to be part of this special event.

Don't forget to visit the National Home Show, on until February 28th, 2010. Information can be found here.

Dream Gardens Installation

The Ever Popular Main Bar

The cozy Olympic Lounge for Two

Our pianist extraordinaire Sunny Choi

Beautiful Indoor Waterfall

Conference Coordination: Ontario Working Group on Early Intervention in Psychosis

Type A Events was honoured to be the Conference Coordinator for the 5th consecutive year for the OWGEIP Conference.

Thank you to the amazing members (250 plus of you) of the Ontario Working Group on Early Intervention in Psychosis who travelled from all across Ontario to make it to Toronto. It was an absolute pleasure to work with such a dedicated group of people. 

The three-day Conference at the Sheraton Centre Toronto Hotel featured a keynote speaker from Australia was well as a number of experts from right here in Ontario.  

Coordinating this pivotal event was extremely rewarding.

See you next year!

HGTV: National Home Show House Warming Party

Here's an online article  from HGTV on the National Home Show House Warming Party coordinated by Type A Events. Enjoy!

National Home Show House Warming Party

Type A Events is thrilled to be working with the fabulous folks at the National Home Show on their upcoming Housewarming (Launch) Party on February 20th, 2009.

Be transported back to the 1930s! CityLine Host Tracy Moore, along with HGTV's Colin and Justin will be on hand at this fabulous event benefitting the Children's Miracle Network.

Come sample appetizers by renowned CityLine Chef Jason Parsons of Peller Estates alongside Centreplate's Chef Robert.

The Toronto Wine and Spirit Festival and the RE/Max Kitchen party will be on hand with drink samples to sip on. Be entertained by our fabulous 1930s style dancers, and get into the mood while a Jazz Trio plays those standards we all love.

Don't forget to take a photo in our Black and White Photo Booth!

A great night of music, entertainment, nibbles, drinks, special guests and more--all in support of The Children's Miracle Network.

Visit www.nationalhomeshow.com for tickets. See you there!