This full-day virtual event on Saturday June 8th features expert speakers providing knowledge and clinical pearls that you can directly apply to transform your practice. Take an in-depth look at Tough Cases in SIBO, Post-Cancer Care, Integrative Thyroid Support, and Neurodiversity Support, and discover tried and true treatment strategies. SIBO - Tough Cases & Updates (more...)
4th International Conference on Eye and Vision aims to bring together leading academic scientists, researchers and research scholars to exchange and share their experiences and research results on all aspects of Ophthalmology. It also provides a premier interdisciplinary platform for researchers, practitioners and educators to present and discuss the most recent innovations, trends, and concerns as (more...)
ME Conferences welcomes you to attend the “4th International Conference on Diabetes and Cholesterol Metabolism” webinar held on July 23, 2021, focusing on the theme “Preventive Health Care Measures for Metabolic Disease”. We invite all the participants who have an interest in sharing their data and analysis within the space of Endocrinology, Diabetology, and Cardiology. (more...)
ME Conferences is pleased to announce the upcoming “14th International Conference on Anesthesiology and Critical Care” scheduled during July 14, 2021. Critical Care 2021 will be an online event concentrating on the core knowledge and major advances in the ever-expanding field of anesthesiology by attracting experts on a global scale.
ME Conferences is pleased to announce the upcoming “14th International Conference on Anesthesiology and Critical Care” scheduled during July 14, 2021. Critical Care 2021 will be an online event concentrating on the core knowledge and major advances in the ever-expanding field of anesthesiology by attracting experts on a global scale.
ME Conferences cordially invites you to participate in the “4th International Conference on Neuro Oncology and Neuro Surgery” webinar on June 30, 2021, which will focus on “Advancements and Outbreaks in the field of Neuro-Oncology Surgery.” All participants who are interested in presenting their data and analysis in the field of Neurology are invited to (more...)
World’s leading Scientific Event Organizer proudly welcomes all the neurologists, doctors, students and researchers to attend the 3rd World Depression Congress, during June 28, 2021. And find a path to carve out near to perfect platform where people like get together and discuss the possibilities in the field of neurology and its aspects. Experiencing a depression is more than (more...)
ME Conferences standardize its warm welcome to 11th European Epidemiology and Public Health Congress which is a Webinar and it is going to be held during March 24, 2021. On behalf of its organizing committee assembles all the renowned epidemiologists, nutritionists, health care experts, researchers, physicians, doctors, talented young scientists and student communities from worldwide under a single roof and present new (more...)
ME Conferences is pleased to announce the upcoming “6th International Conference on Molecular Medicine and Diagnostics” scheduled during May 20, 2021.Molecular Medicine 2021 will be an online event concentrating on the core knowledge and major advances in the ever-expanding field of molecular biology by attracting experts on a global scale.
With the coordination of organizing committee, 16th World Conference on Infectious Diseases, Prevention and Control will be scheduled during May 18, 2021 as an online event. The conference mainly focuses on the theme “Future challenges for a disease free life”.
ME Conferences welcomes you to attend the “2nd International Conference on Euro Ophthalmology and Eye Surgery” Webinar during May 13, 2021 focusing on the theme “Current Progressions and Constraints in the Field of Ophthalmology and Eye Surgeries”. We invite all the participants who have an interest in sharing their data and analysis within the space (more...)
It is our pleasure to inform you that we are going to organize the 4th World Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Conference to be held on February 22, 2020. The theme of the conference is “Exploring Innovations in Rehabilitation”. It will provide a global platform to discuss about the present and future challenges in Physical Medicine (more...)
Join us October 2, 2025 from 5:30-6:30pm Pacific time for a final ANM 2025 tech check. Test your system, set-up and get a quick overview of the Gatherly platform. The team will be there to answer questions.
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Current enrollment as a student in a healthcare related discipline in BC. Please select the Health Authority you expect your first practicum to be with. If you need to change the Health Authority at any time, please contact LearningHubAdmin.
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Providing volunteer services in a healthcare setting in BC.
Join colleagues for a casual post day one ANM gathering with light nibbles and good conversation. These happy hour events are a relaxed opportunity to connect, share insights from the day, and enjoy time together in person.
When: October 4th, 5:30pm – 7:30pm
Where:
Nomination packages should include a minimum of two and no more than five letters of support from peers or other stakeholders, clearly demonstrating how the nominee meets the award criteria. Letters should clearly demonstrate how the nominee not only meets the criteria for the award, but how they have consistently gone above and beyond in order to meet the criteria.
In rural or remote areas where obtaining letters from colleagues is difficult, letters from other healthcare team members or community stakeholders may be substituted, with an explanation provided.
Type of Insurance
Typical Uses
Who chooses how the money is spent?
When does it pay out?
How does it
pay out?
Can I hold it corporately?
Life Insurance
You + your beneficiaries
Upon death. Depending on your policy, you may be able to withdraw money while alive as well.
Tax-free lump sum
Tax preferred if you make a withdrawal while alive.
Yes
Mortgage Insurance
You (if you get it individually and not through the bank)
Upon death.
Tax-free lump sum
Yes
Critical Illness Insurance
*how you spend the money is up to you
You
Upon diagnosis of a covered condition such as cancer, heart attack, stroke, MS
*many policies have around 25 covered conditions but each policy is different
Tax-free lump sum
Yes
Disability Insurance
*how you spend the money is up to you
You
If you cannot work due to injury or illness.
Plans can have different waiting periods before the benefit is payable. 90 days is common.
Monthly to you personally
Yes
Business Overhead Insurance
Paid as a reimbursement for business expenses
If you cannot work due to injury or illness.
Plans can have different waiting periods before the benefit is payable. 30 days is common.
Monthly to your corporation as a reimbursement for corp. expenses.
Yes
Saskia Karlen is a third-generation insurance broker specializing in life and health insurance, financial planning, and employee benefits. With a BA from the University of British Columbia, Saskia transitioned from a successful career in marketing to the insurance and financial services industry. She provides personalized insurance solutions and financial planning strategies to individuals and businesses, helping them achieve long-term financial security.
Saskia is highly regarded for her expertise in insurance solutions and has been a key provider of life and health insurance services. She has a deep understanding of the financial needs of both individuals and businesses and uses her extensive knowledge to ensure clients are well-protected.
Sindy Billan is the founder of SB Wealth Solutions and has been an investment and insurance advisor since 2003. Licensed in BC for the sale of investments, life, and health insurance products, Sindy brings a unique, holistic approach to financial advising, incorporating considerations of health, wealth, and work-life balance. She is dedicated to helping families and business owners prepare for their financial futures with strategic solutions tailored to their individual needs.
Sindy is passionate about educating her clients and has presented at numerous seminars and workshops for both business owners and medical professionals. She has sponsored booths at BCND’s Advancing Naturopathic Medicine & Northwest Naturopathic Physician Convention (NWNPC) since 2011. Outside of her professional life, Sindy enjoys golf, spending time with her grandkids at Granville Island, and cooking for her family
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BCND is pleased to share a professional development opportunity through the Indigenous Relations Academy, which is generously offering naturopathic doctors a 20% discount on two of their most valued online training courses.
BCND thanks the Indigenous Relations Academy for making this offer available to naturopathic doctors committed to advancing cultural safety and humility in their practices.
