Saskatchewan Swallowing Diagnostics

02/02/2026

On February 2nd, following our recent joint press conference with Canadian Association of Occupational Therapy, SAC and CAOT met with Senator Brian Francis to discuss the urgent administrative barriers impacting First Nations children.

Representing thousands of communication and rehabilitation professionals across Canada, SAC and CAOT highlighted that the current issues with Jordan’s Principle is no longer just an administrative challenge, it prevents children from receiving the care they need.

SAC remains committed to holding the federal government accountable.

Read more about SAC’s advocacy work and press conference about Jordan’s Principle now: https://www.sac-oac.ca/caot-sac-call-for-action-delays-under-jordans-principle/

01/31/2026

As S-LPs and audiologists, you know that communication is a human right. Now, you have a direct seat at the table to ensure that right is protected at the national level. Accreditation Canada is currently updating its national standards (2025-2028), and for the first time, they are specifically inte...

01/25/2026

Soeech-language pathologists and audiologists are at minimum Master’s degree trained professionals who provide essential services to people across the lifespan. We need to encourage new professionals’ particularly those wishing to practice in rural and remote areas. Contact your MP today!

S-LPs and audiologists provide essential care, and it’s time to recognize their work.

The federal Canada Student Loan Forgiveness Program is designed to help reduce workforce shortages in rural and remote communities by offering federal student loan forgiveness to eligible health and social service professionals, and S-LPs and audiologists are not included.

Failing to include our professions overlooks the serious and worsening shortages of S-LPs and audiologists in rural and remote areas.

Learn more now: https://www.sac-oac.ca/sac-continues-advocacy-for-inclusion-in-the-canada-student-loan-forgiveness-program/

01/19/2026

01/14/2026

Being an advocate with Speech-Language & Audiology Canada brings me so much professional joy. Advocacy helps us build sustainable change. Individual clinical excellence has limited impact if systems do not support it; advocacy is the mechanism by which professionals align structures, resources, and policies with best practice.

In late October 2025, SAC-Saskatchewan Provincial Advocacy Manager, Jennifer Cameron-Turley, spoke to Abby Zieverink, Morning News Reporter at CJME Radio in Regina. They discussed the current provincial shortage of speech-language pathologists and the effects of this shortage on clinicians and patie...

01/06/2026

🇨🇦 Kick off 2026 with connection, join our January Canadian Dysphagia Support Group!

Our next free, virtual meeting is happening later this month. This group offers a safe, welcoming space for anyone navigating life with dysphagia, including both patients and caregivers, to connect, share experiences, and receive support. We look forward to seeing you there!

🗓️ January 28, 2026 at 6:30 PM EST
💻 The Zoom link will be shared via Eventbrite on the day of the meeting.
🔗 Register through the link in our bio!

12/06/2025

🇨🇦 Join our December Canadian Dysphagia Support Group!
Our next free, virtual meeting is happening soon! This group offers a safe, welcoming space for anyone navigating life with dysphagia, including both patients and caregivers, to connect and share support. We look forward to seeing you there!

🗓️ December 18, 2025 at 7:30 PM EST
💻 The Zoom link will be shared via Eventbrite on the day of the meeting.
🔗 Register through the link in our bio!

11/06/2025

Register for a full day of learning from experts in dysphagia care!

Early bird pricing ends October 1st- register now!

The sessions will culminate with a “lived experience of dysphagia” patient panel. Participants will have the opportunity to personalize some of their itinerary selections to fit their learning needs.

Join live November 6, and access all recorded sessions until February 27, 2026.

Supported in part by our Title Sponsor, PatCom Medical Inc.

Register now: https://www.sac-oac.ca/.../dysphagia-virtual-workshop-2025/

10/24/2025

It was such a wonderful experience being involved in both these projects. Thank you Bonnie and Jana for representing our professions so well, and letting the world know how important communication access is in health care.

09/23/2025

The reality is upon us! I love this ❤️

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

09/15/2025

🇨🇦 Canadian Dysphagia Support Group – September 2025

Living with dysphagia can feel isolating, but you don’t have to face it alone. Join our virtual support group on Zoom—led by licensed SLPs Sophia Werden Abrams and Zuleikha Wadhwaniya.

📅 September 2025
👥 Adults with dysphagia & their caregivers (Canada only)
⏱ 75-minute session
💻 Registration required via Eventbrite (Zoom link provided day of)

Support groups are not a replacement for medical care, but they can be a powerful way to connect, share, and find encouragement from others who understand.

🔗 Register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/canadian-dysphagia-support-group-september-2025-tickets-1671127650789?aff=oddtdtcreator

09/12/2025

📣 Dr. Ianessa Humbert, an expert in swallowing disorders, has kindly shared a series of FREE patient-education videos that are available on the NFOSD website to help empower those impacted by swallowing disorders to better understand dysphagia and take control of their health. 🙌 🎥 ✨

Link: https://swallowingdisorderfoundation.com/patient-videos/