📢 December SPOR Evidence Alliance e-news is out. Take time over the holidays to keep up to date with the newsletter, don’t forget to scroll down the newsletter to read an important issue “Bringing Canada’s Action Plan for Pain to Life: A Patient-Led Knowledge Mobilization Podcast. #pain #podcast

SPORAlliance@sporalliance.bsky.social · 9mo ago

Check out our December 2025 e-newsletter for the latest SPOR Evidence Alliance updates, including important announcements, member spotlights, impactful publications, and engagement opportunities! Read it here: mailchi.mp/smh/spor-evi... #PatientEngagement #KnowledgeSynthesis #KnowledgeMobilization

Tonight is the first PIPN Sit and chat. Still time to register enjoying the wonderful Alvine have a great conversation. www.pipain.com

People in Pain Network | Self-Manage your Pain

The only national organization providing peer-led pain-self-management support groups in Canada. The latest information on the People in Pain Network of pain self-management support groups, resources...

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Virginia McIntyre@virginiamci.bsky.social · last yr.

@peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social introduces 'Sit and Chat', launching in October. This is a casual gathering for those living with pain. Come together for open conversations and shared understanding in a supportive environment. Learn more and register at www.pipain.com

Join us on Oct 18th at the 2nd EU Pain Supported Self Mgt Conference Details below 👇🏽

Pete Moore@paintoolkit.bsky.social · 12mo ago

We are so excited to have @virginiamci.bsky.social as one of our International Speakers on the 2nd EU Pain Supported Self Mgt Conference 18th Oct 2025. Virginia is the President of the People in Pain Network and Chair @canadianpain.bsky.social PWLE Committee www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/2nd-europe...

@peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social introduces 'Sit and Chat', launching in October. This is a casual gathering for those living with pain. Come together for open conversations and shared understanding in a supportive environment. Learn more and register at www.pipain.com

The reality of living with #Pain for many !

Maggie Archibald@maggiearchibald.bsky.social · last yr.

The wait for my nerve block for my endometriosis feels endless. Living with this pain every day is exhausting!

Pain Toolkit Academy Q&A 27th July 2025 Please see below the video and audio links to access the Podcast I would like to thank @virginiamci.bsky.social for being our guest Video: www.youtube.com/watch?v=mpJz... Audio: soundcloud.com/paintoolkitg... #SelfmgtLIVING-Works

Pain Toolkit Academy Q&A 27th July 2025

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Hope you are enjoying summer activities. Some tips for Gardening with #Chronic Pain - Warm up first - Use a wheelbarrow - Lift with your legs @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social Resource @andreafurlan.bsky.social www.doctorandreafurlan.com/book

Looking forward to our “Sit and Chat “

Virginia McIntyre@virginiamci.bsky.social · last yr.

@peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social introduces 'Sit and Chat', launching in the fall. This is a casual gathering for those living with pain. Come together for open conversations and shared understanding in a supportive environment.

Pain Toolkit Academy Q&A 27th July with our Guest @virginiamci.bsky.social McIntyre and President of the @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social Network - PIPN Any questions for either Virgina, Dave Oxley or myself, please message me or send to www.paintoolkit.org/contact @keithmeldrum.bsky.social

Pain Toolkit Academy Q&A 27th July with our Guest @virginiamci.bsky.social & President of the @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social In Pain Network - PIPN If you have any questions for either Virgina, Dave Oxley or myself, please message me or send to www.paintoolkit.org/contact

Incredible Monday! 🌟 I was honoured to share insights on chronic pain w/ physiotherapists at Dalhousie. Later, a very positive meeting with Dr. Ramesh Zacharias & Cam Kowalski from Chronic Pain Centre of Excellence. Deep gratitude for their time.

Article shares “good news is we know what we need to do to increase our chances of living longer and healthier lives. - improving our diet - increasing physical activity - getting enough sleep - quitting smoking - reducing stress - prioritising social connection. @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social

Timothy Caulfield@caulfieldtim.bsky.social · last yr.

"Biological age" testing = mostly wellness influencer hype. How old are you really? Are the latest ‘biological age’ tests all they’re cracked up to be? [Nope.] theconversation.com/how-old-are-... You don't need expensive testing to live a healthy lifestyle! #Move

Next Pain Toolkit Q&A Sunday 13th July 2025 With… Dershnee Devan aka Pain Coach Coach @keithmeldrum.bsky.social Dave Oxley www.paintoolkit.org

Peer support groups provide an opportunity to connect. Join us to learn and connect. #community Learn more www.pipain.com _ PIPN's success is deeply rooted in the exceptional skills and dedication of our facilitators @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social

📢 Calling all women of the maritimes ! This is your opportunity to be heard. Please take Time to do the survey.

Maggie Archibald@maggiearchibald.bsky.social · last yr.

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Hear from CBC NS News the current state of #pain care in NS.Thriller to share the People In Pain Network, in partnership w/ national organizations have been working to empower communities to establish #peer support based on proven best practices. 🚨Don't miss my segment to hear firsthand the impact

Solutions for Kids in Pain@kidsinpain.bsky.social · last yr.

Peer support is breaking the silence around chronic pain, offering connection, validation, and hope. 💬💛 Read the powerful CBC story: tinyurl.com/2h8e227t @virginiamci.bsky.social #ItDoesntHaveToHurt

On Canada Day, we celebrate the connections that bind us. @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social we're proud to foster a "home base" for those living with #pain, creating spaces of understanding and support right across this country. Warm wishes to all for a meaningful day. #CanadaDay #PeerSupport

All our pain self management and wellness groups are on pause for the summer, except the young Adults meetings. @virginiamci.bsky.social

Virginia McIntyre@virginiamci.bsky.social · last yr.

Living with #chronicpain often feels like an invisible battle. Many endure their struggles in silence, feeling isolated and misunderstood. Remember, you are not alone. Join one of our @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social wellness meetings #education #connect Www.pipain.com

This is a unique opportunity for esteemed pain professionals and promising international researchers. Looking forward to following @napainschool.bsky.social post over the next week.

North American Pain School@napainschool.bsky.social · last yr.

Welcome at the North American Pain School #NAPainSchool 2025! @jeffreymogil.bsky.social @iuliat.bsky.social @drcchambers.bsky.social @mmebeaud.bsky.social

Employment and Social Development Canada has announced that Canadians will be able to apply for the new Canada Disability Benefit beginning June 20, 2025. Learn more www.canada.ca/en/employmen...

@peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social introduces 'Sit and Chat', launching in the fall. This is a casual gathering for those living with pain. Come together for open conversations and shared understanding in a supportive environment.

Chronic pain is complex, and we all have to work together." This is what I shared during my interview with @VOCMNEWS during my recent trip to NL. Elevating the future of pain care #collaboration #BreakDownSilos vocm.com/2025/05/24/2...

Breaking Down Stigma: Conference Addresses Chronic Pain Challenges

It's estimated that 9 million Canadians suffer from chronic pain, but it's a complex issue from many perspecti...

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youtu.be/HH0qqmucBZE Dr.Samina Ali shares about building trust in healthcare

Dr. Samina Ali on trial design, community partnership, humility, and building trust in healthcare.

YouTube video by University of Alberta Clinical Trials Office (CTO)

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Living with #chronicpain often feels like an invisible battle. Many endure their struggles in silence, feeling isolated and misunderstood. Remember, you are not alone. Join one of our @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social wellness meetings #education #connect Www.pipain.com

People in Pain Network | Self-Manage your Pain

The only national organization providing peer-led pain-self-management support groups in Canada. The latest information on the People in Pain Network of pain self-management support groups, resources...

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Loneliness Awareness Week is a week dedicated to raising awareness of loneliness. Living with chronic pain often feels like an invisible battle. Many endure their struggles in silence, feeling isolated and misunderstood. Remember, you are not alone. #LoninessAwarenessWeek

Living with #chronicpain often feels like an invisible battle. Many endure their struggles in silence, feeling isolated and misunderstood. Remember, you are not alone. Join one of our @peoplepainnetwork.bsky.social wellness meetings #education #connect Www.pipain.com

People in Pain Network | Self-Manage your Pain

The only national organization providing peer-led pain-self-management support groups in Canada. The latest information on the People in Pain Network of pain self-management support groups, resources...

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Many people who seem to have mastered being a carer actually struggle with #anxiety. #mentalhealth #Alzheimers #dementia

Empower yourself and enhance your pain Self-management skills, join a pain support group. People in Pain Network certified peer support facilitators blend evidence-based education with personal experiences of managing pain to help support you. Register /learn more at www.pipain.com

I am thrilled to share people with lived experience have been integrated into all parts of the study. #PainRelatedSuffering A must read 👇🏽trust me you will learn something new

Peter Stilwell@peterstilwell.bsky.social · last yr.

Our study of people’s worst pain episodes has just been published and is Open Access. The findings are incredibly sad and support the expansion of traditional understandings of suffering. @virginiamci.bsky.social @keithmeldrum.bsky.social @gabriellepage.bsky.social www.jpain.org/article/S152...

It was an absolute pleasure to present Sylvie with the PWLE LEADERSHIP Award. This is the 3rd year we have offered this award. Love seeing all the incredible work PWLEs are doing to make a difference for us living with #chronicpain. Watch for the fall and an opportunity to apply

The Canadian Pain Society | La Société canadienne de la douleur@canadianpain.bsky.social · last yr.

Congratulations to Sylvie Beaudoin, our 2025 Person with Lived Experience Leadership Award Recipient.