Professional Development Week 2008 (Jan. 16 - Jan. 21)

The number 99 is worshiped in Edmonton, so when UBC CAPSI discovered they were sending 99 delegates for this year’s Professional Development Week(PDW), they knew they were in store for…The Great One.  PDW 2008 started off with a sophisticated black and white themed opening banquet, that showcased a hypnotist and special volunteers from the audience, some of the more notable being Barbie, Britney Spears, and Vancouver’s very own Michael Bublé. 

The 8^th wonder of the world, West Edmonton Mall, was also on the list of things to do, as the entire water park was reserved for the 700 delegates on Friday of the conference.  On the final day everyone was reminded of the principle of keeping fit and having fun, with a motivational appearance by none other than fitness moguls Hal Johnson and Joanne McLeod.

The conference theme ‘Empowering Our Patients’ was very evident throughout the numerous breakout speaker sessions, as many focused on ways to stimulate patients to take responsibility for their health, and play a pivotal role in their medication therapy.  UBC is proud of their contestants that put up a noteworthy battle at both the Pharmafacts Bowl and National Competitions. 

CAPSI would like to thank and congratulate all of our delegates for their cooperation in making this conference the great one. 

Next year’s PDW is being hosted by Memorial University in St. Johns, Newfoundland, with the theme being  ‘A New Found Land of Responsibility’.  

PAW 2007 Award of Professionalism

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Closing Banquet Group Picture