Central Region Education Day

Start Date & Time:

October 2, 2026

9:30 am

ET

As part of CHIMA’s ongoing efforts to strengthen and modernize our events, we’re introducing an exciting new way to experience our Chapter Education Days.
 
This year, CHIMA will host three virtual Regional Education Days, bringing neighbouring provinces and territories together for expanded learning, collaboration, and networking opportunities:
 
    • Hosted by: NB, NSPE and NL Chapters
    • Hosted by: BCYT, ABNT and SK Chapters
    • Hosted by: MBNU and ON Chapters

Each Regional Education Day will feature chapter-led sessions and a mid-day Refresh & Connect session, where CHIMA members can network with peers, participate in prize giveaways, and earn additional CPE credits.

Agenda

Time (ET)
Session
9:30 AM
An AI Model for Population Health Intelligence
Speaker: Gina Johar, MSc, PhD (In Progress), ITIL, Senior Vice President - Data & Knowledge Management, Infrastructure Ontario

This presentation introduces the SHINE Framework; a novel evidence-informed framework designed to guide the responsible implementation of artificial intelligence in population health. Drawing on interdisciplinary literature and other methods, this framework addresses critical gaps in governance, equity, implementation, and operational readiness that currently limit the adoption of AI in population health systems. Participants will gain insight into how the framework can support trustworthy, equitable, and sustainable AI-enabled decision making across health systems.
11:00 AM
Advancing ICD-11: Progress, Priorities, and the Path Ahead
Speaker: Sharon Baker, CTSS, Manager, Classifications and Terminologies-Development

This presentation explores CIHI’s journey toward ICD-11 implementation, showcasing progress and achievements to date, identifying current priorities, and outlining the path ahead to support the successful adoption of ICD-11 for health system use across Canada.
12:15 PM
Refresh & Connect
Host: Lesley McGill, Yoga Teacher

A relaxed, interactive session designed to help attendees recharge and build connections.
The session will include guided chair yoga and meditation led by Lesley McGill, followed by a networking opportunity to share LinkedIn profiles and strengthen professional relationships. Attendees will also have the chance to take part in sponsor prize giveaways.
1:00 PM
Coding Delirium: A Case Study in Maintaining Quality and Productivity Amid Change
Sponsored by: Solventum

As Canadian coding professionals adapt to new mandatory coding requirements, this session will explore practical approaches to maintaining coding quality, consistency, and productivity while navigating increasingly complex expectations. Using delirium as a case study, attendees will review the latest CIHI coding direction, examine real-world documentation and coding scenarios, and discuss the operational implications of these changes. The session will also explore how computer-assisted coding technologies can help support coders through enhanced search and evidence capabilities, embedded guidance, and workflow efficiency tools like annotations and auto-suggested coding.
2:30 PM
EHR Management, AI in Emerging Technology and Manitoba's Position
Speaker: Dr. Oluwatoyin Akinyemi, PhD, CHIM, Supervisor, HIS

Explore how EHRs and Artificial Intelligence are transforming healthcare and discover Manitoba's readiness to leverage digital innovation for safer, smarter, and more efficient patient care.

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Includes the NEW “Refresh & Connect” session. 

An ATLS and Individual Learning pass exclusive product that DOES NOT include the NEW “Refresh & Connect” session. 

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