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Recreation Therapy: A Canadian Perspective
by Mary Dwulit
Join in topical conversations around current challenges and opportunities in the field in Canada.
Episodes
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Episode 39: Valerie Bautista
Recorded during recreation therapy month I am excited to share this episode with Valerie Bautista, CTRS from Alberta! In this episode Valerie shares her journey of starting a private practice and all the considerations required to not only support a viable business but also implementing...
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Episode 38: Tannis Chartier
This is a timely episode for Mental Health Awareness Month. Tannis Chartier is a recent graduate from the University of Lethbridge who shares about her lived experience and how that has impacted her practice. Tannis shares some of her passion projects and provides a unique perspective from…
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Episode 37: Nicholas Kathen
Nicholas Kathen is a Recreation Thereapist (RTRO, CTRS) who resides in Ontario, Canada. Nicholas recently graduates with his Masters in Education specializing in Interprofessional Education (IPE). This episode provides an update on the province of Ontario and focuses on the concept of IPE.
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Episode 36: A Research Proposal
This final episode for 2024 reviews a research proposal. This study is the intellectual properly of Mary Dwulit. The purpose of this study is to fill a gap in research seeking RecT's perspectives on professional regulations. This episode goes over the research question (RQ), purpose, literature...
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Episode 35: Group Discussion on Case Studies
This episode I am joined by classmates from the Masters of Health Studies program at the University of Athabasca, Karyn Cormier and Stephen Corradino. As part of our group project for our course "Facilitating Inquiry" we explore case studies as a research method and provide an in-depth discussion...
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Episode 34: Sarah Mills
Sarah Mills is an occupational therapist working as the Clinical Instructor for Occupational Therapy at Fraser Health in Burnaby, BC. This episode explores the progression of OT to a Master's degree and regulation with the hope of learning from our allied health colleagues journey.
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Episode 33: A Critical Look at Assessment Education
This short episode explores the role of “the big red book” in RecT education today in Canada and poses the question if its use should be re-evaluated?
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Episode 32: Orquidea Tamayo Mortera (Aotearoa New Zealand)
Orquidea is a registered Diversional and Recreational Therapist in Aotearoa New Zealand. She is also the president of her national association. This episode provides a broad lens of current practice and includes the history of RecT in NZ.
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Episode 31: Karen Littleton
Karen Littleton is currently working in Kelowna, BC with the Interior Health Authority as a Director in Population and Public Health, Clinical Prevention and Pandemic Response. This episode explores RecT within one of BC’s six health authorities and highlights progress within the field over the...
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Episode 30: Daniel Gray (Australia)
Daniel Gray is a Recreation Manager from Australia with over 20 years experience in the field. Daniel shares findings from his recent international travels where he explored RecT and funding models. Daniel also shared his knowledge and experience using artificial intelligence (AI) in the field....
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Episode 29: Nicholas Kathen
Nicholas Kathen is currently working as a Recreation Therapist at the outpatient chronic pain clinic at Children’s Hospital of Eastern Ontario in Ottawa and he is completing a master’s degree in education at the University of Ottawa. Although this episode covers a variety of topics including...
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Episode 28: Bumping
This episode explores bumping in recreation therapy. I share my personal experiences with the process and how bumping uniquely impacts our field.
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Episode 27: Mary-Jane Brothers
MJ Brothers is a is a CTRS and Recreation Manager working in long term care with Health PEI on Prince Edward Island. This episode explores RecT in more rural parts of Canada and the challenges and opportunities that brings including limited education and jobs choices. This episode also highlights...
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Episode 26: Jillian Christison
Jillian Christison is a CTRS working in the Comox Valley on Vancouver Island with Vancouver Island Health authority. This episode explores the recreation therapy in the Comox Valley, online education, and committees.
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Episode 25: Dr. Sienna Caspar
Dr. Sienna Caspar is at professor at the University of Lethbridge, Director of the Centre of Excellence in Continuing Care and Founder of the Relational Care Knowledge Hub. This episode focuses on knowledge sharing, research and quality improvement initiatives in Long Term Care. Please visit…
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Episode 24: Devan McNeill
Devan McNeill is an assistant professor at the University of Lethbridge in the Health Sciences department. This episode explored the importance of continued learning, education styles/delivery methods, research, and the importance of interdisciplinary awareness.
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Episode 23: Yvonne Ng-Gerritsen
Yvonne Ng-Gerritsen is a professor and program coordinator at Seneca College in Ontario. Yvonne is a CTRS and RTRO. This episode focuses on diversity and inclusion in our profession. This episode also explores the importance of education, research, and volunteering to make meaningful change. If…
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Episode 22: Andrea Waters
Andrea Waters is a CTRS from Nova Scotia currently working as a Professional Practice Lead and Policy Consultant with IWK Health. This episode explores a number of topics including volunteering on professional boards, certification, and advocacy through policy development.
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Episode 21: Lyndsay Boers
Lyndsay Boers is a CTRS working on Vancouver Island with Vancouver Island Health Authority. This episode explores the growth in the field on the island and highlights the different roles Recreation Therapists now fill. This episode also highlights the newly formed Community of Practice in Island...
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Episode 20: Jane Papenhuyzen
Jane Papenhuyzen is a CTRS from Alberta. This episode explores governments role in regulation as well as our professional responsibilities. As a Practice Lead for Alberta Health Services Calgary Zone, Jane has a unique lens and in-depth knowledge on the history of regulation efforts and current...
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Episode 19: Andrew Ritcey
Andrew Ritcey is a CTRS from Nova Scotia with over 40 years experience. Andrew founded TRAAC in 1996 which has now dissolved into the NSTRA. Andrews role in moving the profession forward in licensure and accreditation is inspiring. Andrew shares his insights and recommendations on these and a...
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Episode 18: Erica Botner
Erica Botner is a Recreation Therapist, CTRS, part-time faculty at Concordia University, founder of Recreotherapy, and co-chair of the Quebec Chapter of CTRA. This episode explores the status of recreation therapy in the province of Quebec.
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Episode 17: Tiffany Morin
Tiffany Morin is a change maker, CTRS, Recreation Therapist with Alberta Health Services, Masters student, and volunteer extraordinaire. Tiffany is also a proud member of the Métis Nation of Alberta, Region 3 and has Cree and European ancestry. This episode covers many topics including…
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Episode 16: “A Slight Change of Plans”
An update from me, Mary, about moving forward in my own way.
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Episode 15: Dongqi (Zoe) Chen
Dongqi (Zoe) Chen is a recent degree-graduate from the University of Regina. Zoe completed her 4-month internship with host, Mary Dwulit, in August 2022. She shares her perception on topics including certification, job search, and the importance of culturally competent care.
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Episode 14: Chelsea Crockford
Chelsea Crockford is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist working in Fredericton, New Brunswick. We discussed professional growth, research, and how the provincial CTRA chapter is providing support and advocacy.
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Episode 13: Carl Ings
Carl Ings is a Recreation Development Specialist in Newfoundland, Canada. In this episode he provides insights into practice and priorities for the province and highlights his time as President for the CTRA during the pandemic.
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Episode 12: Dr. Colleen Hood
Dr. Hood is an educator at Brock University, author, researcher, and psychotherapist in private practice. In this episode we discuss research in the field, education, facilitating client change through practice, and much more!
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Episode 11: Dr. Stewart Alford (Australia)
This episode explores and compares current challenges and opportunities for recreation therapy in Australia. Some topics include education, research, and the impact of titles.
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Episode 10: Taylor Owens
A discussion about all things Manitoba: education levels, standards of practice, student mentorship, professional growth, and the role of professional associations. All with advocacy as the overarching theme.
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Episode 9: Dr. Jerome Singleton
A historical look back at recreation therapy in Canada and a discussion around how to overcome current challenges to professionalization. A focus on evidence, entry level to practice and academic accreditation.
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Episode 8: Dr. Tristan Hopper
A discussion around degree education, research grants, and entry-level to practice with a focus on the province of Saskatchewan.
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Episode 7: Dr. Lauren Cripps
A discussion about education, academic research, and standards of practice. across Canada. Conversations around barriers and pathways to move the profession forward towards regulation.
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Episode 6: Thayna Wasiliew
A discussion about RecT in the Yukon. Topics include culturally sensitive programming, challenges around resources and staff retention in the North as well as opportunities for growth through education and partnerships.
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Episode 5: Jaylyn Leighton
A discussion with the Co-Editor-in-Chief of the Therapeutic Recreation Practice and Research (TRPR), Journal of Therapeutic Recreation Ontario (TRO) about research in Canada. We chat about the impacts and supportive process around publishing and much more!
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Episode 4: Anne Richard (USA)
A discussion about pathways to certification, education, licensure, and protecting the public with the Executive Director from the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification.
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Episode 3: Heather Baker
A discussion about all things licensure in recreation therapy with one of the licensure co-chairs from the Nova Scotia Therapeutic Recreation Association.
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Episode 2: Dianne Bowtell
A discussion with Dianne Bowtell, Executive Director at the Alberta Therapeutic Recreation Association. Topics include provincial associations, membership benefits, education and regulation.
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Episode 1: Tricia Rachfall
A discussion with Tricia Rachfall, Co-Coordinator for the Therapeutic Recreation program at Douglas College. Topics include education, research and what’s next.
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