SCAPPS 2024 Conference

October 17-19, 2024 in Winnipeg, Manitoba

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SCAPPS 2024 Conference

October 17-19, 2024 in Winnipeg, Manitoba

Get our official event app,

For Blackberry or Windows Phone, Click here

For feature details, visit Whova

Announcements

  • Cultural Workshop Registration: The SCAPPS 2024 organizing committee is delighted to share two optional opportunities to learn and experience cultural physical activity and motor skills from local artists. Each activity is $10 and requires registration. Sign up here by October 10th to secure your spot.

    • Introduction to Métis Jigging with Sarah Shuttleworth, 5:30-6:30pm, October 18th @ the Royal Winnipeg Ballet (short walk from the hotel).
    • Introduction to Métis Beading with Prairie Owl Beads, 5:30-7:00pm, October 18th @ the Delta (Conference) Hotel.
  • Preconference Workshop Registration: We are excited to offer two pre-conference workshops on Thursday October 17th for interested attendees. The sessions are free, but registration is required as space is limited.  Please register here.

    • Workshop #1: Global perspectives on mental health research in elite sport and parasport, really? Facilitated by Paul Gorczynski, PhD
    • Workshop #2: Partnering with Indigenous communities in research: Applying principles of justice and sovereignty. Facilitated by Dr. Jon McGavock and Dr. Moneca Sinclare

  • Conference registration can be completed here.  A late registration fee will be applied after October 14th, so make sure to sign up soon! Registration includes lunch at the SCAPPS annual AGM and a banquet ticket.

  • Conference Program: The conference overview and program are now available on the SCAPPS website. The conference program and communication boards will be available on WHOVA again this year – please check back for updates next week.

  • Abstract acceptance: If you have not yet checked the status of your abstract acceptance and presentation type, emails were sent out mid-August. Please double check this email did not go to your junk folder or log directly into the SCAPPS website to check whether you were accepted for a poster or an oral presentation if you have not yet heard.

  • Accommodations: The Delta hotel still has rooms available for those looking to book accommodations. Please note the group booking rate is no longer available. Another option for accommodations near the conference hotel is the Hampton Inn on York Ave in Winnipeg. Members can contact the hotel to check for availability.

  • Conference program: please download an updated copy of the conference program to have the most up to date list of presentations.

  • WHOVA: additional updates can be found on WHOVA. Download instructions are available at the top of this page.

  • A few reminders to pack:

    • Swimsuit (the Delta Winnipeg has a lovely pool)
    • Warm(ish) clothes to walk or run (while the weather looks lovely, it will be cool in the mornings and evenings)
    • Reusable water container (the Delta Winnipeg has fun fruit water)
    • A USB memory stick (if you are doing an oral presentation)

Hotel

This year’s conference hotel is the Delta Winnipeg.

Use this link to get the SCAPPS rate when booking your reservation.

Conference Program

Senior Lecturers

Carron Lecture
Carron LectureDr. Tara-Leigh McHugh
 University of Calgary
Wilberg Lecture
Wilberg LectureDr. Pamela Bryden
  Wilfrid Laurier University

Keynote Lectures

Motor Learning and Control
Motor Learning and ControlDr. Lara Boyd
 University of British Columbia
Sport and Exercise Psychology
Sport and Exercise PsychologyDr. Sophia Jowett
 Loughborough University

Registration

Fee Schedule

Deadline Trainees Professionals
June 15 to September 4, 2024 $275 CAD $495 CAD
September 5, 2023 to October 14, 2024 $315 CAD $595 CAD
October 15, 2023 to October 17, 2024 $415 CAD $715 CAD

Abstract Submissions

Sorry, this content was previously available from Wednesday, May 15, 2024 @ 00:00:00 (America/Toronto) until Tuesday, July 9, 2024 @ 23:59:59 (America/Toronto).

Symposium Submissions

Submission Date: Applications for symposia at SCAPPS 2024 will be open on May 1st and close May 29th, 2024 at 11:59pm EST.

Submission Format: Each abstract, including the lead abstract, should follow the standard SCAPPS abstract guidelines. The lead abstract should be presented on the first page with the subsequent individual abstracts on separate pages. Each abstract should include author and co-author information. Submissions should include researchers from a range of institutions and career stage. If you have a moderator or discussant in mind, please also include their name and affiliation on the first page of the submission.

Application Process: The lead member will submit all abstracts on behalf of symposium members. That is, the lead will submit a symposium application including an overview abstract and all individual abstracts. Each individual contributor should not submit duplicate abstracts.

Decision/Notification Process: Decisions on symposia that will be incorporated into the program (or not) will be made and communicated via email to the lead author.  Abstracts submitted as part of symposia that have not been accepted into the program may be resubmitted for consideration as a verbal or poster presentation at the authors’ discretion. These abstracts will not be automatically considered for other presentation formats and must be resubmitted during the appropriate time window.

Notification of Decision: Decisions on symposia acceptances will be made by TBD.

Pre-Conference Workshops

Workshop #1: Global perspectives on mental health research in elite sport and parasport, really?

Paul Gorczynski, PhD

Description: This 2 -hour, interactive workshop is an opportunity to define core competencies around research practice and writing with respect to global perspectives on mental health within sport and parasport. This workshop will address:

  • Global publication distribution in mental health and elite sport and parasport research;
  • The effects of publication bias within mental health and elite sport and parasport research and practice;
  • The importance of culture and geography in the construction of mental health research programs;
  • Awareness of the impact of multi-disciplinary and international collaborations on research and practice; and
  • Aspects of equity, diversity, inclusivity, and social justice in the construction of future mental health research programmes within sport and parasport.
 

Workshop #2: Partnering with Indigenous communities in research: Applying principles of justice and sovereignty.

Dr. Jon McGavock and Dr. Moneca Sinclare

Description: This 2-hour workshop will address respectful strategies for:

  • research engagement
  • creating relational accountability
  • adhering to current guidelines for research conduct
  • data sovereignty
  • knowledge sharing

Presenter Information

Click here for a helpful resource for poster/slide accessibility for those with visual impairments.

Posters should be no greater than 3 feet (width) x 4 feet (height).

Oral presentations should be 12 minutes, with an additional 3 minutes for questions.

Rapid Oral Presentations: New to SCAPPS this year: 5 in 5. These presentations should be 3-5 minutes and include no more than 5 slides. Presentations will be presented sequentially with a collective question period at the end of the session.