Are you ready to be part of something bigger? The Allied Professionals Forum (APF) brings together healthcare professionals from around the world, including physiotherapists, respiratory therapists, nutritionists, speech-language pathologists, social workers and others working in the field of ALS/MND. With over 400 delegates attending from more than 40 countries, the APF provides the opportunity to engage in a truly global conversation on the challenges and advancements in ALS/MND care.
🗓️ When: December 4-5, 2024
📍 Where: Le Centre Sheraton Montreal Hotel, 1201 Boulevard Rene-Levesque West, Montreal, Quebec, Canada; and Virtual Platform
💰Early-bird ticket (on or before October 18): In-person in Montreal, Canada – £325; Virtual – £125
💰Regular ticket (as of October 19): In-person in Montreal, Canada – £425; Virtual – £125
What Last Year’s Participants Had to Say
- “First time at conference. Very worthwhile. Great speakers and range of topics.”
- “This conference exceeded my expectations. The content was excellent, the format (everyone exposed to all the content) was unique and worked very well.”
- “I did not expect this event to be as ‘personal’ as it was. I was very moved by some of the talks and it was wonderful to see so many caring professionals sitting alongside people with lived experience.”
- “This was phenomenal! It was my first time attending this conference. I did so virtually. Your platform is amazing and made this a seamless experience. Thank you.”
Virtual Poster Hall (pre-event)
The 2024 Poster Hall will be virtual and available in advance of the APF via the virtual event platform. The posters will be displayed in online galleries, with accompanying audio or video from their creators, to enhance the presentation of research.
📅 When: October 29 to December 5, with virtual discussion forums on November 14
📍 Where: Virtual Platform
💰 Cost: Free (Please note that those attending the APF or Alliance Meeting are automatically registered for the Poster Hall.)
Call for Abstracts Open
The call for abstracts is now open! We invite allied health professionals from around the world to submit their abstracts for presentations at the Allied Professionals Forum and posters in our virtual Poster Hall. We are looking for to hear from you in the following areas:
- Care
- Research
- Education and information
- Quality of life
- Support
- Genetics
- Caregivers/Carers
We encourage abstracts focused on approaches that are novel, practical, and applicable, as well as studies presenting data that consolidate and/or extend current knowledge.
- Submit an abstract for the Allied Professionals Forum
- Submit an abstract for the virtual Poster Hall
The deadline to submit is Friday, May 24, 2024.
Please note: If you are submitting an abstract for more than one event (Alliance Meeting, Allied Professionals Forum, Poster Hall), we recommend you access the Pheedloop submission portals in incognito mode. The easiest way to open an incognito window is with the keyboard shortcut combination Ctrl-Shift-N (Windows) or Command-Shift-N (macOS). Otherwise, the submission portal may only show you the first submission portal you accessed.
If you have any questions, please contact our Programs Coordinator, Jessica Mabe, at jessica.mabe@als-mnd.org.
Come Join Us in Montreal
Montreal entices visitors with its blend of historic charm, modern attractions, and diverse culinary scene. From iconic landmarks like the Notre-Dame Basilica to dynamic festivals and bustling neighborhoods, the city offers a vibrant and multicultural experience that captivates travellers year-round.
Watch the video below for a sneak peak of what’s in store for you in Montreal.
Entry requirements: To check entry requirements for Canada and determine if you need to apply for a visa before you travel, visit the Government of Canada’s website.
2024 Host Associations
2024 Program Committee
Calaneet Balas
Sara Feldman
Melinda Kavanaugh
Rachael Marsden
Leslie Ryan
Ursula Schneider Rosinger
Gudjon Sigurdsson
Sarah Solomon
Toni Vitale
Martina de Majo
Jessica Mabe
Cathy Cummings