46 LONG TERM CARE TODAY Spring/Summer 2019 This is Long Term Care 2018 conference Showcasing quality and innovation The Ontario Long Term Care Association’s fall conference, This is Long Term Care, is the long-term care sector’s go-to fall event. With a primary focus on research, quality, and innovation, this premier conference is where homes can learn more about the latest best practices and emerging ideas to help enhance both quality of care and quality of life for their residents. They are joined by senior policy- makers, researchers, and innovators who share their motivation to find new approaches to care. The 2018 conference, held November 14-16 in Toronto, included sessions on falls prevention, medication reconciliation, palliative care, managing behaviours, and creating environments to support Christine Elliott, Ontario Minister of Health and Long- Term Care, with OLTCA Board Chair Dan Kaniuk at This is Long Term Care 2018. LGBTQ+ and Indigenous diversity, just to highlight a few. In the evening, the OLTCA’s annual Awards Gala paid tribute to dedicated and caring long-term care staff who have been change agents in their homes and in the lives of their residents. In 2019, the Association’s fall This is Long Term Care conference will offer more than ever before. OLTCA has joined forces with the international Global Ageing Network to create an expanded and enhanced event that will bring together best practices and ideas from around the world. Mark your calendars now to plan to be in Toronto from September 17-19, 2019. Want to know more? Contact us at info@oltca.com and join the mailing list for conference updates. This is Long Term Care’s sessions aim to be both informative and engaging, providing delegates with a memorable experience. The trade show offered multiple opportunities for conversations, activities, and giveaways, making it the go-to place for delegates.