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SUMMARY:CSNM Webinar - Emily Chen - Health Canada's Nutrition Labelling Online Course
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 10\, 2026 – 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT\nCE Point:  Competency 3.0 \nTitle:\n\nNutrition Labelling Course \nDescription:\nJoin us for an engaging presentation on Health Canada’s Nutrition Labelling Online Course\, beginning with a look back at the evolution of nutrition labelling in Canada. We’ll then walk through the development of the course\, including pilot testing with our target audience of health professionals and educators. Lastly\, we’ll conclude with a live demo of the updated course\, including the new module on front-of-package labelling.\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\nEmily Chen\nEmily Chen is a Scientific Project Coordinator at the Food and Nutrition Directorate of Health Canada who work on nutrition policy related consumer research\, knowledge‑translation initiatives\, as well as the development and evaluation of the Nutrition Labelling Online Course.\n\n\n\nAlso presenting: \nVanessa Lien is a Senior Nutrition Project Coordinator and Registered Dietitian with over 16 years of policy and regulatory experience. She has contributed to several national initiatives\, including front‑of‑package nutrition labelling\, and has led multiple stakeholder engagement and consultation activities. \nMarcia Cooper is a Research Scientist in the same directorate. She leads nutrition science research studies and evaluations of initiatives\, including the Nutrition Labelling Online Course\, contributing to evidence‑based policy and public‑health education.\n\n\n\n 
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SUMMARY:CSNM Webinar - Gaya Murthy - Reimagining South Asian Foods in Healthcare Menus
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 19\, 2026 – 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT\nCE Point:  Competency 4.0 \nTitle:\n\nCulture\, Comfort and Care: Reimagining South Asian Foods in Healthcare Menus \nDescription:\nHealthcare food is more than nourishment—it is about healing\, comfort and dignity.Acknowledging that South Asian foods are not a ‘single cuisine’ but a rich and varied collection of food traditions\, this webinar will explore how South Asian foods can be meaningfully integrated into healthcare menus to support cultural inclusion\, improve intake\, and enhance nutritional quality.Grounded in traditional food wisdom and modern nutrition principles\, the session will highlight South Asian comfort foods as powerful opportunities for healing and satisfaction within healthcare. Participants will learn practical strategies to redesign traditional dishes to be nutrient-dense and suitable for therapeutic and texture-modified diets—without compromising flavour or cultural authenticity. \nBy the end of this session\, participants will be able to: \n\nRecognize the role of culturally familiar comfort foods in promoting healing and patient satisfaction in healthcare settings.\nIdentify South Asian dishes that align well with healthcare nutrition goals\, including nutrient adequacy and comfort.\nApply practical strategies to modify traditional South Asian recipes to enhance nutritional quality.\nImplement culturally inclusive menu changes that are feasible\, respectful\, and scalable within healthcare foodservice.\n\nTo connect with a BC dietitian\, please visit: https://bcdietitians.ca \n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\n\nGaya Murthy\, RD\, Certified Diabetes Educator\nGaya Murthy has enjoyed a rewarding career in the field of nutrition for over 20 years\, both in India and Canada.  She has worked in a variety of settings\, including clinical\, community\, public health\, research\, and academia. She is passionate about public health nutrition\, health promotion and disease prevention.Gaya is also a strong proponent of “food is more than just nutrients” and believes that food is a way to bring people together\, build memories and heal. Her early fascination with the connection that food brings to celebrations\, togetherness\, health and beyond is what drew her to the field of nutrition and dietetics.In her current academic role\, Gaya is the Department Chair and teaches courses in introductory nutrition\, topics in macronutrients and micronutrients\, and current topics in nutrition with the Department of Nutrition and Food Service Management at Langara College in Vancouver\, BC. Additionally\, she is also the primary nutrition instructor (Clinical Assistant Professor) within the UBC Faculty of Dentistry\, teaching in the DMD program and the Dental Hygienists Degree program.  Outside of this\, she also works in private practice and collaborates with BC Dietitians\, supporting client care across British Columbia. \nGaya voluntarily serves with many organizations\, including the Canadian Nutrition Society and the\nCollege of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia. \nOutside of work\, she loves all things gardening\, long walks with her family and regular potluck\ndinners with friends.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://csnm.ca/event/gaya-murthy-reimagining-south-asian-foods-in-healthcare-menus/
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SUMMARY:CSNM Webinar - Rhonda Scharf - Critical Conversations
DESCRIPTION:Date: March 25\, 2026 – 1:00 PM ET / 10:00 AM PT\nCE Point:  Competency 6.0 \nTitle:\n\nCritical Conversations \nDescription:\nIn today’s fast-paced work environment\, the ability to engage in critical conversations is a vital skill for maintaining a harmonious and productive workplace. Whether you’re talking about uncomfortable situations\, addressing performance issues\, providing constructive feedback\, or navigating conflicts\, this webinar will empower you with the confidence and skills to handle these conversations with ease.What You’ll Learn: \n\nUnderstanding the Core of Critical Conversations: Discover the key elements that define a critical conversation and ways to ensure you plan for them!\nThe Art of Active Listening: Master techniques to listen effectively\, ensuring you fully understand the concerns and perspectives of others.\nCrafting Your Message with Clarity and Compassion: Learn how to articulate your thoughts clearly while maintaining empathy and respect\, even in difficult situations.\nManaging Emotions and Building Resilience: Gain insights into managing your own emotions and responding to others with composure\, fostering a positive and productive dialogue.\nActionable Strategies for Successful Outcomes: Explore practical steps to guide conversations towards constructive resolutions\, fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.\n\n\n\nPresenters: \n\n\n\n\n\nRhonda Scharf\, CSP\, HoF\, GSF\nInsightful … humorous … entertaining … even contagious  … words that are often used to describe Rhonda Scharf.  A speaker with the uncanny ability to look at the normal and see something quite different.Rhonda will share some things she has learned to help you thrive in your work environment\, emerging at the end of the day with a smile and a sense of accomplishment. Audiences far and wide sing her praises for her relevant and useful tips on administration\, communication\, and workplace effectiveness! \nRhonda is an author\, speaker\, trainer\, and grandmother. She has earned her Certified Speaking Professional\, is a member of the Canadian Speaking Hall of Fame\, and is one of only 35 speakers worldwide who have earned their Global Speaking Fellow (meaning she truly has an international business)\, and been awarded the Spirit of CAPS award. She was the first speaker in the entire world to earn all four awards. Her peers consider Rhonda a leader in the speaking industry! Her natural warmth and sincerity are balanced by a healthy sense of the absurd\, a combination that is useful in any situation. \nRhonda’s professional speaking career began at age two… when her mother would offer her 25 cents to be quiet for five minutes!\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://csnm.ca/event/rhonda-scharf-critical-conversations/
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