Canada IDDSI Festival 2024

The International Dysphagia Diet Standardisation Initiative (IDDSI) and the Canada IDDSI Reference Group are delighted to announce that we are hosting our second annual Canadian IDDSI Festival from Tuesday, October 22, 2024 to Wednesday, October 23, 2024 at Humber College in Toronto, ON . This event is an ideal opportunity to network, discuss best practices and learn about innovations to support IDDSI implementation in Canada. The event is open to everyone who supports and/or implements the IDDSI framework.

The theme of this event is “A Day in the Life with Dysphagia.” Attendees will have the opportunity to participate in hands-on workshops, engage in inspiring learning sessions, and explore the latest in IDDSI-friendly products at our exciting vendor fair. Don’t miss this chance to connect, learn, and taste the future of dysphagia care!

Tickets will only be sold until the purchase deadline, October 15^th, 2024 4:00 PM.

Meet our Keynote Speakers

Event Details

Pre-event "Master Class" Sessions (New in 2024!)

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 1:00 – 4:30PM (Refreshment break included)

These workshops are intended to enhance your IDDSI knowledge and skills in your area of expertise. Before registering for a session, please review the target audience to ensure the workshop aligns with your expectations.

Choose one of:

Advanced Workshop Option #1: IDDSI Implementation: Essential Tools and Resources (maximum 50 registrants)

Audience: IDDSI Team Leads

Learning Objectives:

• Identify key tasks of the IDDSI implementation process.
• Identify tools and resources that are essential for a successful IDDSI implementation.
• Recognize opportunities to build efficiencies into the process.
• Create networks with other IDDSI Team Leads.

Advanced Workshop Option #2: A Culinary Exploration of IDDSI in Healthcare Food Services (maximum 25 registrants)

Audience: Culinary/Food Service Team Members

Learning Objectives:

• Understand culinary descriptors for each IDDSI level.
• Experience hands on, lab-based learning of IDDSI-friendly culinary techniques.
• Troubleshooting during the meal delivery and service process
• Create networks with other Culinarians.

Advanced Workshop Option #3: Integrating IDDSI into Clinical Practice (maximum 50 registrants)

Audience: Clinicians (e.g., OT, RD, SLP)

Learning Objectives:

• Conceptualize how IDDSI impacts clinical assessment and dysphagia management.
• Learn how to balance quality of life and safety within the context of IDDSI.
• Understand how nomenclature and diet definitions support care transitions.
• Identify IDDSI-friendly changes that can be immediately implemented into clinical practice.
• Create networks with other Clinicians.

Pre-event "IDDSI Festival Social & Networking Event" (New in 2024!)

Tuesday, October 22, 2024 4:30-6:00PM (Includes Refreshments and Cash Bar)

Connect with colleagues while savoring some IDDSI-friendly recipes and beverages.

IDDSI Festival Event

Wednesday, October 23, 2024 8:30AM-4:00PM (Includes Lunch and Refreshments)

Get the best value for your learning and save with the IDDSI Festival Full Pass that allows you to attend all three events!