Events

Building a Sustainable World through Open Education OE Global Conference

  Edmonton

Open Education Global is proud to co-host the OE Global Conference with NorQuest College.  The conference is the main venue for Open Education practitioners, policy builders, advocates, researchers, students, and decision-makers to share practices, network, and initiate collaborations. Participants collectively discuss the latest trends, challenges, and opportunities in open education and share their perspectives on its future direction. 

Palliative and End-of-Life Care

  Online

Family Caregiver Wellness Workshops are designed to present the information you need to feel confident about providing end-of-life- care to your loved one while communicating effectively with health-care providers.

Supporting a Person with Dementia

  Online

Do you have a loved one suffering from dementia? Are you one of their primary caregivers, but you feel confused, overwhelmed, and isolated as you try to navigate their illness and the health-care system? Join us for this FREE, online workshop taught by health-care professionals.

Mealtime and medication assistance

  Online

Attend a free workshop for caregivers in rural and indigenous communities to learn techniques to provide food consistency, assist with difficulties swallowing, prevent choking, and understand the basics of safe medication administration.

Health Care Aide 2023 Conference

  Edmonton

NorQuest College is proud to host the 23rd Annual Health Care Aide Conference “Start Small & Think Big”, which is one of the core values we encourage at NorQuest College.

This dynamic conference acknowledges and celebrates the valuable contributions that front-line caregivers provide to all Albertans. The conference also offers all Heath Care Aides an opportunity for professional development and growth. 

Desktop Lottery

  Edmonton

Stand a chance to get a FREE* all-in-one personal computer in the NorQuest desktop lottery.

Navigating the healthcare system

  Online

Attend a free workshop to caregivers in rural and indigenous communities to learn about the structure of the Alberta Health Care system and communication techniques for meeting the needs of care recipients and carers

Assisting with Personal and Intimate Care

  Online

Learn how to provide personal care—such as bathing and dressing—while still maintaining the dignity of your loved one.  

Pain Monitoring and Management

  Online

In this workshop, you’ll learn how to observe your loved one’s pain level and provide supportive measures in the home environment.