OAG 22nd Annual Conference and Business Meeting

PRELIMINARY PROGRAM

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

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NOVEMBER 9 - 11, 2018 RITZ-CARLTON TORONTO TORONTO, ON

Ontario Association of Gastroenterology

WELCOME MESSAGE

MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT Dear Colleague, I would like to encourage all our members and sponsors to attend what plans to be an exciting Annual Conference. We look forward to having an educational and interactive Conference at The Ritz-Carlton in Toronto.

The theme of this year’s conference is Orphan Diseases in Gastroenterology with a focus on conditions that we encounter in our practice but are not always addressed at other meetings. We have an excellent group of speakers who will enlighten us with their knowledge and approach to these diseases. In addition, we will be reviewing highlights from the St. Michael’s Endoscopy Conference. This will be followed an update on the OMA Section on Gastroenterology AGM, rounding out the Sunday Scientific Sessions with our Annual General Meeting for the members.

In celebration of the multicultural composition of our province and most importantly, the diversity of our membership, this year’s theme will focus on South Asian cultural influences and cuisine. I look forward to a tasty and flavorful President’s Welcome Dinner on Friday and our Annual Gala celebrating the colors and vibrancy of South Asian music and gastronomy.

As your President, I look forward to interacting with you all at this wonderful weekend we have planned.

Look forward to seeing you there.

Best regards, ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF GASTROENTEROLOGY

Imran Rasul Imran Rasul, MD, FRCP(C) President

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ANNUALWELCOME GENERAL MEETING MESSAGE MESSAGE FROM THE CONFERENCE CHAIR Dear Colleague, On behalf of the OAG Annual Conference Committee, we invite you to join us for our 22nd Annual Conference at the ever-popular Ritz-Carlton Toronto Hotel.

We hope to deliver a program that is clinically relevant and informative to our practice. The theme of this year’s Conference is “Orphaned Diseases That We See Often”. The Organizing Committee has identified a handful of conditions that we encounter increasingly often nowadays but are seldom covered in other Conferences. Our goal for Saturday’s program is to enlighten delegates through our Keynote speakers who are experts in these areas who will share their experiences with us. We also have allowed ample time for questions and discussions to allow interactive opportunity to our member audience.

On Sunday, we are bringing back the very popular session, “Highlights of the St. Michael’s Endoscopy Conference”, to our member audience. We will follow this session with expert discussion surrounding the biological management of moderate to severe IBD: How do you pick? When do you change? And when should you change, as we now have a variety of biological therapy options to choose from. This expert discussion will be followed by the OMA Section on Gastroenterology Annual General Meeting led by our Past President, Dr. Iain Murray.

We will conclude with our Annual General Meeting and look forward to your valuable input.

A big component of our Conference is creating opportunities for our colleagues and friends to meet and interact. We have planned a sumptuous meal for the President’s Welcome Dinner on Friday. We have organized a “Bollywood” inspired themed Gala on Saturday evening to bring some joy and fun dancing and we will be entertained by a superb live band for a memorable evening as usual.

We will be presenting the OAG Distinguished Service Award to Toronto’s own Dr. John Kempston during our Gala.

Lastly, we would like to thank our partners and sponsors immensely for their generous and unrestricted support because our Association and our Conferences could not exist and be successful without them. We encourage all of our members to interact with them throughout the Conference so our partners and sponsors can see the value in continuing their support.

The Organizing Committee looks forward to seeing you at the Conference.

Best regards, ONTARIO ASSOCIATION OF GASTROENTEROLOGY

Emily Ching Emily Ching, MD, FRCP(C) Conference Chair and Treasurer 4 22ND ANNUAL CONFERENCE AND BUSINESS MEETING

GENERAL INFORMATION

BOARD OF DIRECTORS EXECUTIVE

DIRECTORS

President Dr. Imran Rasul, Mississauga

Dr. Jeffrey Axler, Toronto Dr. Natasha Bollegala, Toronto Dr. Avijit Chatterjee, Ottawa Dr. Michael Gould, Toronto Dr. Daniel Green, Oshawa Dr. Keith McIntosh, London Dr. Brian Murat, Huntsville Dr. Sandra Nelles, Mississauga Dr. Elio Pavone, Oshawa Dr. Lee Roth, Toronto Dr. Piero Tartaro, Toronto

Past President Dr. Iain Murray, Markham Vice President Dr. David Morgan, Hamilton Treasurer Dr. Emily Ching, Burlington Secretary Dr. David Baron, Toronto

2018 CONFERENCE COMMITTEE Dr. Emily Ching, Chair

Dr. Iain Murray

Dr. Natasha Bollegala

Dr. Imran Rasul

Dr. Keith McIntosh

Dr. Nikila Ravindran

Dr. Abbas Merali

Dr. Amin Sandhu

Dr. David Morgan

Dr. Mohammad Yaghoobi

CONTACT US Ontario Association of Gastroenterology 2800 14th Avenue, Suite 210, Markham, Ontario L3R 0E4 Tel: (416) 494-7233 • Toll Free: 1-866-560-7585 • Fax: (416) 491-1670 E-mail: info@gastro.on.ca Website: www.gastro.on.ca

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ANNUALGENERAL GENERAL MEETING INFORMATION GETTING THERE

BY TRAIN

Travelling by train is a convenient and fascinating way to get to Toronto.

You may be eligible for discounts via your OMA member benefits option.

To book call 1-888 VIA-RAIL (1-888-842-7245) or www.viarail.ca

BY BUS

Travelling by bus is another convenient way to get to Toronto.

To book call Greyhound Canada at 1-800-661-TRIP (8747) or visit their website www.greyhound.ca

BY AIR

Most Canadian airlines offer direct flights to Pearson International Airport or Billy Bishop Airport, year-round.

BY CAR

Visit our website for driving and parking information.

THINGS TO DO AROUND TOWN Visit the OAG website at gastro.on.ca for things to do while in Toronto or go directly to the Tourism Toronto Website at https://www.seetorontonow.com/#sm.00000qwe2888vd2hzf617uajaf4n4

BABY SITTING SERVICES Below is a list of companies, recommended by the Ritz-Carlton Toronto Hotel, that provide baby sitting services. Please contact them to make arrangements if your require their services during the conference. Neither the OAG nor the Ritz-Carlton is affiliated with these companies. It is the delegate’s responsibility to ensure that the company you hire meets your needs.

Imagine that Childcare - Anita DeVille - Phone: 416.243.3285 Rates: Price ranges between $35 to $37 per hour (Short notice rates apply when booking within 6 hours or less) Available 24 hours and 7 days a week 3 hour Minimum / no Maximum Improv Care Services for Children - Dhala McKenna - Mobile: (647) 287-5433 Improv Care provides licensed and qualified on-set teachers, minor coordinators, Chaperones or child care providers for children or parents performing in film, television and live theatre. Please contact above for more information Little Partygoers - Maria Vrontos - Phone: (416) 830-2056 Rate: Please contact above for more information All service providers require at least 6 hours advanced notice of services needed.

All service providers are licensed, bonded and insured.

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THE CITY OF TORONTO

WELCOME TO TORONTO

Immerse yourself in one of the world’s most multicultural cities! Situated 566 feet above sea level on the northern shore of Lake Ontario, Toronto is one of the southern most cities in Canada. In fact, it has nearly the same latitude as northern California.

Home to more than 100 cultures, Toronto truly is the world within a city. With a population of 4.2 million, Toronto is Canada’s largest city and is the fifth largest city in North America. It possesses the best features of the world in one clean, safe and friendly place.

Consider this: Toronto is rivaled only by London and New York in the theatre scene. It boasts attractions from high art to lively family fun. It offers polished service for the business traveler and a shopping mecca with international flair. It offers some of the best dining in the world and features year-round festivals of film, music and culture with miles of waterfront, beaches, boardwalks and trails.

Visit Toronto.com for more information on events, attractions, shopping and restaurants!

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ANNUALHOTEL GENERAL MEETING INFORMATION RITZ-CARLTON TORONTO 181 Wellington Street West Toronto, Ontario Tel: 1 (416) 585-2500 The Ritz-Carlton, Toronto, welcomes guests to the heart of the city’s entertainment and financial districts. Featuring Toronto’s only Cheese Cave, a world-class spa, exceptional dining and impeccable service, this luxury hotel is an unforgettable retreat.

At The Ritz-Carlton Toronto, you will discover what it means when a luxury hotel plays to all five senses. We invite you to the total sensory experience what awaits at our AAA Five-Diamond hotel. From the moment you arrive at our downtown hotel, you will begin to explore the city’s cosmopolitan culture through touch, taste, smell, sight, and sound. The hotel is only a five-minute walk to the Rogers Centre, home of the Toronto Blue Jays and is the centre of the all the excitement, overlooking the Red Carpet, during the Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF). Relax and indulge your senses in the urban sanctuary of our acclaimed Spa My Blends by Clarins. Enjoy handcrafted Italian cuisine complemented by seasonal flavours and locally-sourced produce at TOCA, or join us for one of our signature cocktails at Ritz Bar.

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President’s

Welcome Dinner

The Ritz-Carlton Toronto Toronto, Ontario Friday, November 9, 2018 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm Dress Code: Smart Casual

ANNUALMUSICAL GENERAL MEETING THEATRE AIN’T TOO PROUD THE LIFE AND TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS Saturday, November 10, 2018 2:00 pm - 4:15 pm (Includes 20-minute intermission.)

Princess of Wales Theatre, 300 King Street West, Toronto, ON Ain’t Too Proud is the electrifying new musical about the life and times of The Temptations, the greatest R&B group of all time (Billboard Magazine 2017).

They were five young guys on the streets of Detroit when they were discovered

by Berry Gordy, who signed them to his legendary record label. After 24 attempts, they finally had a hit and the rest is history — how they met, how they rose, the groundbreaking heights they hit, and how personal and political conflicts threatened to tear the group apart as the United States fell into civil unrest.

Kennedy Prize-winning playwright Dominique Morisseau, Olivier Award-winning choreographer Sergio Trujillo, and two-time Tony Award®-winning director Des McAnuff bring you this thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty, and betrayal. Get ready for iconic hits like My Girl, Just My Imagination, and Papa Was a Rolling Stone and the signature dance moves that made the “Classic Five” Temptations part of cultural history forever.

WARNING: Use of strong language and mature themes. Loud noises such as gunshots.

Recommended for ages thirteen (13) and up. Babes in arms or children under the age of two (2) are not permitted in the theatre.

TICKET PRICES AND SEATS: The discounted ticket prices are as follows: $80.00 | Rows A – D $56.00 | Rows E – J

Booking Deadine September 25, 2018

Seats subject to availability and on a first come first serve basis.

Visit our website to view the seating map and purchase group tickets.

NB: The cost of theatre tickets are the sole responsibility of conference delegates.

Delegates are responsible for their own transportation to and from the theatre.

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DOCTORS’ PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

TIMES AND DATES Registration Includes: President’s Welcome Dinner, Scientific Sessions, Breakfasts, Lunch, Nutrition Breaks, Cocktail Reception, Gala & Awards Presentation and Annual General Meeting.

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2018 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Registration Open

President’s Welcome Dinner 6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2018 7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Registration Open

7:00 am - 9:30 am

Breakfast

8:15 am - 8:30 am

Welcome & Opening Remarks Speakers: Drs. Imran Rasul & Emily Ching

Cannabinoid In The GI Tract: Evidence In 8:30 am - 8:50 am Helping Abdominal Pain, and Role in

Contributing to Cyclical Vomiting Syndrome Speaker: Dr. Chris Andrews Eosinophils In The Digestive Tract 8:50 am - 9:10 am Speaker: Dr. Gabor Kandel Polyps and Intestinal Metaplasia in the 9:10 am - 9:30 am

Stomach: What should we do?

Speaker: Dr. Jeff Mosko 9:30 am - 9:50 am

Non-Celiac Gluten Sensitivity Speaker: Dr. Maria Pinto-Sanchez

9:50 am - 10:10 am Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Mohammad Yaghoobi

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SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2018 CONTINUED 10:10 am - 10:35 am

Nutrition Break

10:35 am - 10:55 am

Utility of Fecal Transplant in GI Diseases Speaker: Dr. Neeraj Narula

10:55 am - 11:15 am

Minimal Inflamation in IBD, Microscopic Colitis, and Pouchitis; What to do with them?

Speaker: Dr. Mark Silverberg

Management of NonTransplantable Liver 11:15 am - 11:35 am Cirrhosis Complications

Speaker: Dr. Karim Qumosani 11:35 am - 11:55 am

Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Natasha Bollegala

11:55 am - 12:00 pm

Closing Remarks Speaker: Dr. Emily Ching

SOCIAL PROGRAMS 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Lunch (In the hotel)

2:00 pm - 4:15 pm Musical Theatre | Ain’t Too Proud (The Life and Times of the Temptations) 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Cocktail Reception

Gala and Awards Presentation 7:30 pm - 12:30 am (Celebrating Bollywood)

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DOCTORS’ PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 11, 2018 7:00 am - 11:00 am

Registration Open

7:00 am - 9:30 am

Breakfast

Highlights of the St. Michael’s Endoscopy Conference 8:30 am - 9:30 am Speaker: Dr. Chris Teshima 9:30 am - 10:00 am

Moderate to Severe IBD: How do you pick, when do you change and when should you change?

Speaker: Dr. John Marshall

10:00 am - 10:15 am

Panel Discussion Moderator: Dr. Abbas Merali

10:15 am - 11:00 am

Working Nutrition Break

10:15 am -10:45 am

OMA SECTION of GI AGM Speaker: Dr. Iain Murray

10:45 am - 11:55 am

Annual General Meeting (Closed Meeting - Members’ Only)

11:55 am - 12:00 pm

Closing Remarks Speaker: Dr. Imran Rasul

CONTINUING EDUCATION This event is a Section 2 Self-Learning activity as defined by the Maintenance of Certification program of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.

SECTION 2 CREDITS APPLY

Each hour is equal to two (2) Section 2 credits. Each project must be documented and records kept for credit validation.

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ANNUALCOMPANION GENERAL MEETING PROGRAM AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2018 6:00 pm - 10:00 pm

Registration Open

6:00 pm - 10:30 pm

President’s Welcome Dinner SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 10, 2018

7:00 am - 12:00 pm

Registration Open

8:00 am - 9:30 am

Breakfast

BOLLYWOOD DANCE CLASS AND HATHA YOGA 9:30 am - 9:35 am Welcome & Opening Remarks Host: Dr. Deepa Kumar 9:30 am - 10:35 am Bollywood Dance Class Instructor: Ms. Puja Amin 10:35 am - 10:55 am

Nutrition Break

10:55 am - 11:55 am Hatha Yoga Instructor: Ms Janet Stringer (Please bring your own yoga mat.)

11:55 am - 12:00 pm

Draw & Closing Remarks Host: Dr. Deepa Kumar

SOCIAL PROGRAMS 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm

Lunch (In the hotel)

2:00 pm - 4:15 pm Musical Theatre | Ain’t Too Proud (The Life and Times of the Temptations) 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Cocktail Reception

7:30 pm - 12:30 am Gala and Awards Presentation (Celebrating Bollywood)

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COMPANION PROGRAM

Bollywood Dance Class

Plan to attend and witness a Bollywood dance session infused with a core busting and calorie burning workout to help you work up a sweat and tone your muscles while learning simple dance movements that you can bust out the next time you hit the dance floor! Toronto-based dancer, choreographer, and teacher, Puja Amin, established Sanskriti Arts in Toronto in 2003, bringing together students with a passion for dance and extreme drive to explore their potential. Bollycore is just one of the many programs Sanskriti Arts offers at its various locations around the GTA. This program is designed specifically to stimulate muscle development, core strengthening and increase cardiovascular endurance. Whether you’ve been dancing all your life or never moved a limb before, this workshop will make you sweat, make you smile, and make your stress dance away! So get up and get ready to shake it Desi style. Introducing the electric Puja Amin from Sanskriti Arts!

Ritz-Carton Toronto Hotel, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto, ON Saturday, November 10, 2018 9:35 am - 10:35 am (Pre-registration is required to <conference@gastro.on.ca> by the registration deadline.)

Hatha Yoga

Please bring your own yoga mat if you plan to participate in this program.

Janet Stringer, Certified Yogi Janet Stringer started practicing Hatha yoga at the age of 29 when she was pregnant with her first child. She fell in love with yoga and meditation immediately and after a few years of dedicated practice, decided she was ready to learn to teach yoga to others. She is a certified Hatha yoga instructor and has been teaching yoga since 2008. She enjoys coming together with a community of people to breathe, stretch, move and connect. She is very excited about this session and looks forward to working with you.

Ritz-Carton Toronto Hotel, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto, ON Saturday, November 10, 2018 10:55 am - 11:55 am (Pre-registration is required to <conference @gastro.on.ca> by the registration deadline.)

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Bollywood a touch of

elegance Gala and Awards Presentation

The Ritz-Carlton Toronto Hotel Saturday, November 10, 2018 Cocktails: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm Dinner & Awards: 7:30 pm – 12:30 am

Dress Code: Black Tie optional Sarees and Kurtas welcome!

There is some much diversity in our city and within our own organization, so it befits our members to gather, dine and celebrate the South Asian culture. Join us at this year’s Gala and Awards Presentation for a Touch of Bollywood Elegance – food, music and dance.

Come and celebrate with us as we honour one of our very own, fellow gastroenterologist, Dr. John Kempston, with the OAG Distinguished Service Award. Dr. Kempston’s talents are not restricted to gastroenterology – he is known for his kind demeanour, great sense of humour and compassion, a beloved teacher and well-respected colleague.

A cocktail reception overlooking the city, followed by a sumptuous Indian meal in an elegant, colourful, warm setting, will be sure that you are relaxed and ready to enjoy the rest of the night to the sounds of Classical Indian Music and our DJ, who plans to take the party to the next level after dinner.

A beautiful night in a beautiful warm setting, with the most beautiful friends and colleagues. What more could you ask for?

The OAG Award John Kempston, MD, FRCPC Join us as we honour our 2018 award recipient, Dr. John Kempston, with the OAG Distinguished Service Award.

Dr. John Kempston was born and raised in Toronto, Canada and graduated from the University of Toronto, Medicine in 1969. He completed a rotating internship at the Toronto Western Hospital and worked in Brooklin, Ontario in Family Medicine for two years before pursuing a career in Gastroenterology. John completed his GI training in Toronto in 1977 and joined the staff at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Hospital where he worked for 36 years before completing his career at West GTA Endoscopy.

Dr. Kempston was an Associate Clinical Professor of Medicine for the University of Toronto where he taught and lectured students, interns and residents and was acknowledged by his students with Teacher of the Year Awards. During his time at St. Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s, John was known as a practitioner dedicated to his hospital and patients and was the Head of GI services for 20 years. John has been active in the medical community including as a member of the original OAG Board, Board Member of the Toronto West Professional building and an active member of his Alumni class. John is recognized in the medical community for his kind demeanour, sense of humour and compassion.

This award is given in recognition of a fellow gastroenterologist who has made an outstanding contribution in gastroenterology.

ANNUALGALA GENERAL MEETING ENTERTAINMENT

Classical Indian Music (Sitar & Tabla)

Come and enjoy the sounds of the sitar and tabla during our Bollywood inspired Gala.

Anwar Khurshid is trained in Indian Classical Music and performs at the highest level. He is also the Director of Sitar School of Toronto. Anwar has been performing for the last two years under prologue with Sultans of String.

He has collaborated in various genre bending collaborations with other great World music groups. His song, “Ho Jamalo” won the best song amongst 18,000 entries in a world music song writing competition. After winning the Canadian folk music award his work has now been nominated for the World Music Album of the year (2017) for the JUNOs. His music was featured in Oscar-winning film Life of Pi, Love Guru as well as Kama Sutra. Anwar’s innovative collaborations create music transcending categorization.

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RAFFLE FOR THE “RAFFLES” CROWD!

Purchase a raffle ticket during the OAG Conference for an opportunity to win wonderful prizes!

Investing in a child’s future is an easy task with many rewards.

Not only are you helping to fight hunger in our own backyard but you will be helping to free children and their families from poverty. Your small investment in a child’s life has a powerful impact.

Participate in our raffle for a chance to win a prize, to be drawn at the Gala. Proceeds from this raffle will be donated to Second Harvest Food Bank.

R a ff l e for the “ R a ff l e s ” C ro w d !

Draw will be held at the Gala.

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ANNUALCHILDREN’S GENERALPROGRAM MEETING

DINNER, POPCORN and a MOVIE The Ritz-Carlton Toronto Hotel - Saturday, November 10, 2018 6:00 pm- 6:30 pm: Registration 6:30 pm - 10:30 pm: Program/Activities

Featuring A Clown with Animal Balloons and Face Painting!

CH

M ILDR A R EN’S PROG

Pre-registration is required. Open to children ages 4 - 14.

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ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING

NOTICE OF ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Annual General Meeting of the Ontario Association of Gastroenterology will be held on Sunday, November 11, 2018 at the Ritz-Carlton Toronto Hotel, 181 Wellington Street West, Toronto, Ontario at 10:45 a.m. ET. The following matters will come before the membership:

1.0 Call to Order

2.0 Approval of Minutes of Last Annual General Meeting - October 29, 2017

3.0 Reports of Officers and Directors

3.1 President’s Report

3.2 Vice President’s Report

3.3 Treasurer’s Report 3.3.1 2017-2018 Audited Year-End Financial Statements 3.3.2 Appointment of Public Accountant

4.0 Approval of Actions of the Board of Directors

5.0 Election of Directors 5.1 Announcement of the Election of Section Delegates to OMA Council

6.0 New Business

7.0 Adjournment

The meeting is open to ALL member gastroenterologists and gastroenterology residents/fellows.

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ANNUALCANCELLATION GENERAL MEETING AND NO-SHOW POLICY

Non-Cancellation Will Cost You...

Did you know that as an OAG member, if you register for the Conference, and do not attend, your non-attendance costs the OAG approximately $1,000 (Hotel accommodation, breakfasts, lunch, dinners, nutrition breaks and administration.)? The OAG office is required to give guarantees to the venue at least four (4) business days prior to the start of any Conference.

Therefore, if you do not cancel by the deadline, you are included in the hotel room count and meal numbers for the entire Conference. It is the fiduciary responsibility of the Board of Directors to ensure that the OAG’s monies are spent wisely.

The OAG has implemented a policy for Conference delegates – it is mandatory that you provide a valid credit card number to register for the Conference and specific events. Your credit card will not be charged unless you do not attend and neglect to notify the OAG office by the cancellation deadline (as indicated on the registration form.) The amount that will be charged to your credit card is the fee for one night’s hotel accommodation, administration and your meals – approximately $1,000.

If you need to cancel your hotel reservation, conference or event registration, please refer to the registration form and contact the OAG office - you will receive a cancellation number as your validation.

Please help us help the OAG – we are a not-for-profit organization.

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UPCOMING OAG EVENTS

UPCOMING OAG EVENTS MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR THESE EVENTS

International Symposium on Liver & IBD Review January 18 - 20, 2019 Westin Trillium House - Blue Mountain Collingwood, ON

Review of DDW and Key GI & Liver Meetings June 15, 2019 Westin Prince Toronto Toronto, ON

Annual Conference November 2019 Venue: TBA

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