Supporting Quality of Life Throughout End-of-Life Care
Written by Jennifer Yeung As Canada’s population continues to age, conversations around end-of-life care and planning are becoming increasingly important. By 2037, the number of Canadians aged 65 years and […]
Staying Sharp as We Age: A Team Approach to Improve Cognitive Health
Written by Jennifer Yeung Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you went there, misplaced your keys, or struggled to remember someone’s name? Occasional forgetfulness is a […]
Planning Ahead After Injury: Home Modifications and Future Care Planning
Written by Jennifer Yeung What happens when retirement comes earlier than expected? For many individuals recovering from a motor vehicle accident, a fall or a fractured hip, returning to their […]
17-006236 v Royal Sun Alliance Insurance (RSA), 2018 CanLII 110936 (ON LAT)
Written by Jennifer Yeung In this article, we will be reviewing the Tribunal decision of 17-006236 v Royal Sun Alliance Insurance (RSA), 2018 CanLII 110936 (ON LAT) [1]. When determining […]
The Reality of Long-Term Care Waitlists in Ontario
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) As the population continues to age, the demand for long-term care in Canada continues to grow. In Ontario, waitlists for long-term care homes […]
Making Homes Safer and More Accessible: Funding Options Available for You
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) As more Canadians choose to age in place and continue to live in their home, home modifications are becoming increasingly important. According to […]
Can an Insurer Delay an IE for Over a Year? The LAT Says No
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) In this article, we will be reviewing the case decision of Gromova v. Primmum Insurance Company, 2026 CanLii 18336 (ON LAT) [1] March […]
Beyond the Diagnosis: What MacLeod v Intact Reveals About Function and the MVA Claims Process
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) In this edition of our Spring newsletter, we will be reviewing the case decision of MacLeod v. Intact Insurance Company, 2026 CanLii 2264 […]
The Benefits of EMDR Therapy: What the Research Says and Why It Matters for Your Recovery
By: Sumudini Sathivadivel, Registered Social Worker at GLA Rehab, EMDR Certified Recovery from a motor vehicle accident, head injury, concussion, or trauma is rarely just physical. For many people, the […]
Making the Invisible Visible: Standardized Cognitive Testing for Brain Injuries
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) Traumatic Brain Injuries (TBIs) and Acquired Brain Injuries (ABIs) are conditions that are encountered in rehabilitation practice. They can result from motor vehicle […]
The OT Decision-Making Process When Recommending 24-Hour Attendant Care
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) In this newsletter, we will be summarizing the findings from a research article as it pertains to the recommendation of 24-hour attendant care […]
A Smarter Home: The Future of AI in Creating Enhanced Living Environments for Seniors
Written by Simrin Pardal, OT Reg. (Ont.) With artificial intelligence (AI) technologies on the rise, the use of AI to create enhanced living environments or smarter homes is also growing. […]