**Thank you for visiting the Building Equitable Partnerships Symposium 2008 page. The event was a great success and the project
partners would like to thank all those who contributed to the development and exchange of knowledge and, who added important
insights to the dialogue on partnerships with diverse and marginalized groups in mental health and addictions. A report on
the Recommendations that were developed at the symposium is available by clicking on the report at the left. Please note that
further ideas and initiatives based on the recommendations will be pursued through the BEP project: If you would like to be
involved in future initiatives, please email: bepsymposium@gmail.com**
Reducing Health Disparities Through Collaborative Action
Welcome to the BEP Symposium Information Page!
Presented by the BEP Project Partners
Taking place in Toronto, Ontario at CAMH (250 College Street and 33 Russell Street – click here for a map and directions.) For general inquiries or to discuss special needs, please email bepsymposium@gmail.com.
You can now register online.
What’s Happening
Click on any of the bolded type below to …
- Learn about the goals and objectives of the symposium and how it was the program was developed (PDF only).
- Read the program-at-a-glance (PDF only).
- Find out about the distinguished speakers, and the visual and performing artists who are kicking off the Opening Reception (PDF only).
- Read descriptions of over 30 breakout sessions offered on November 6 and 7 (PDF only).
- Browse the biographies of workshop presenters and facilitators (PDF only).
- Register online for the entire symposium, the Opening Reception only, one day only or both days only. Please note that the one day registration
fee automatically includes the Opening Reception and the daily fees include a light breakfast and lunch each day (to come).
- Find hotel accommodation for your stay in Toronto.
Registration Fees
To go directly to the Online Registration Page, please click here. Two fee schedules and a bursary program are offered, as
follows as well as options for various levels of participation e.g., reception only, 1 day, 2 days, complete symposium, etc.
Community Rate
You are eligible to pay the community rate if…
- Your organization’s total annual budget is less than $1 million
- Your organization employs less than 30 people
- You work at a community agency and are paying for registration yourself.
- You use the services of mental health and addictions agencies
- You are a full time student in mental health and addictions and/or related studies
Standard Rate
The standard rate applies if…
- You work for a hospital, university or government agency or any other organization that does not meet the community rate criteria.
Bursary Program
A limited number of bursaries are available for people who are not waged or require financial support to attend the symposium.
Please email bepsymposium@gmail.com for an application or call Angela Martella at CAMH at (416) 535-8501, extension 6608.
Accommodations
If you need support to participate fully in the symposium, please email bepsymposium@gmail.com and someone will contact you to discuss your needs. Keynotes and plenary sessions will be translated into ASL. The symposium
sites are wheelchair/scooter accessible.
For more information please contact:
Email: bepsymposium@gmail.com
Centre for Addiction
