The 26th Annual Rural and Remote Medicine Course

St. John’s Convention Center
St. John's Newfoundland and Labrador
April 12 - 14, 2018

Overall Evaluation  

• UPDATED  PDF SchedulE.PDF

• Over 150 sessions in a collegial, peer-to-peer, interactive learning environment.
  
• Registration fees include access to all sessions, a full breakfast, lunch and breaks.
• Optional evening socials (extra charges apply, tickets must be purchased in advance).
  
• Family Friendly event, You can register your partner and bring the kids. We offer compliment daycare during conference hours.
  
• Hotel discounts for conference attendees & Air Canada promotional code.
  
• International Rural Doctors, please inquire about special rate PRIOR to registering.
• No need to make selections this year, you'll be able to build your own agenda in the event App. (details coming soon)
  
• Add-on courses.

•   Workshop Description and Objectives.pdf 

• ADD-ON COURSES • hotel • flights • socials • Things to Do • sponsor • Cancellation  • Essay Contest  •  Poster2018 

This event is an Accredited Group Learning Activity (Section 1) as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of The Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and approved by Canadian Association of Emergency Physicians. You may claim a maximum of 12 hours (credits are automatically calculated).

Registrants that wish to make changes to their registration will need to contact the office by phone or by sending an email to Jenna with your request

Add On courses

Below are the links to register for these courses independently. 
Cancellation policy varies for these courses and is determined by the course provider.

Hotel Reservations

A block of discounted rooms has been arranged at the following hotels. 
Reservations must be made by March 11th 2018. 

• The Delta Hotel
  120 New Gower Street
  Call 1-888-793-3582
  Quote "Society of Rural Physicians of Canada" (Nights of April 9th - 16th) Room Block extended till March 23rd.

•  The Murray Premises
  [You must call to receive the discounted conference rate.  It's not available online] (Nights of April 11th - 13th Only)
  5 Becks Cove 
  Call 1-866-738-7773
  Quote "Society of Rural Physicians of Canada"
  

• The JAG HoteL
  [You must call to receive the discounted conference rate.  It's not available online] (Nights of April 11th - 14th Only)
  115 George St W
  Call 1-844-564-1524 
  Quote "Rural Physicians"

Things to See and Do in St. John's, NL

Special Fogo Island Inn Promo for conference participants

If you are interested in seeing some of rural Newfoundland before or after the conference, we’re pleased to be able to share a this opportunity to stay at the Fogo Island Inn. This is a rare chance for a special discounted rate at this iconic destination. One of our keynote speakers, Zita Cobb, is from the Shorefast Foundation. She will be talking about the rural revitalization that is taking place on Fogo Island. Promo details Here

ESCORTED TOURS OF NEWFOUNDLAND & LABRADOR
Let The Locals Be Your Guide!

Discounted Flights through Air Canada

• To book a flight with your promotion code, access www.aircanada.com and enter promotion code 47N8UN41 in the search panel.
  
• The booking must be made to St. Johns, NL (YYT)
  
• The travel period begins Sunday, April 1, 2018 and ends Sunday, April 22, 2018.
  
• No discount will apply to Tango bookings.
  

Socials

Thursday

• Mix N' Mingle : Free, A chance to mingle and enjoy the evening with peers and other guests. A family friendly event! Stay tuned for more details.
  
• Jam Session : Free, Bring your instrument and your voices and we will bring the lyrics to some classics.
  
• Trivia Night ($20) : (SOLD OUT) Join in for a night of pub trivia Appetizers and a cash bar. Prizes for the top team. (register separately https://srpc.ca/event-2838501 )
  

Friday 

• Awards Dinner** ($115/$45) :  Formal Dinner. A chance to recognize the contributions made by you and your peers. (Dress code: Business Casual-formal) Review the SRPC Awards
  
• Movie Night : La Grande Seduction- A family friendly movie about a small town trying to recruit a physician. The popcorn is on us!
  
• Hockey Night** ($20) : East vs. West - A friendly game of shinny. Pack your skates and helmet. We'll bring the sticks. (Was Thursday- MOVED TO FRIDAY)
• Scotch Tasting ($45) : (SOLD OUT) Add your name to the wait list. This is an event for beginners and experts alike! 
  

Saturday

• Wrap Up Party** ($90/$45/$15) : A Newfoundland Kitchen Party, Dinner and Dancing at O'Reilly’s Irish Pub with live Newfoundland Irish Music (Kid Friendly until 9 pm)

**If you would like to add any tickets to your registration, email jennak@srpc.ca with your request.  Email now so that your not disappointed later.

Sponsor Info

• Sponsor Prospectus
  
• For more information contact Louise Ardern - louisea@srpc.ca

Sponsored by:

CANCELLATION POLICY

• All event cancellations must be made in writing by email to info@srpc.ca.
  
• Full Refund (less $75 admin fee) will be granted if notification is received by March 6th.
• 50% refund will be granted for cancellations made between March 7th and March 27th.
• Refunds will not be granted after March 27 but we will transfer the balance (less $75 admin fee) to another SRPC event or SRPC membership.
• Deposits are non refundable but are transferable to SRPC Membership.
• Social tickets are non refundable but may be transferred to a student or resident.