2026 R2A Delegate Information

See below for key details about this event. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact the CCAA.

Dates & Locations

Friday, June 19, 2026 (Pre-Conference)

Time Session Facilitator
Morning
A: 8:45-10:15 a.m. 

B: 10:30 a.m.-12:00 p.m. 
Master Fitness Class
The art of step for older adults  
1 SFIC CEC
Location: School of Physical Therapy Gymnasium Rm. 1300, Elborn College, 1201 Western Road, London, Ontario
Debbie DeVries
1:00-4:00 p.m. SFIC Update & Refresher
The SFIC role across the osteoarthritis & joint replacement journey
3 SFIC CECs
Location: Mercato at Clare Hall, West Campus (formerly Brescia), 1285 Western Road, London, Ontario
Tony Adebero and Debbie DeVries
4:00-5:00 p.m. Rechnitzer Lecture Mix & Mingle
Location:
Student lounge outside Rm. 1576, Elborn College
5:00-6:00 p.m. 2026 Rechnitzer Lecture
Exercise for brain health in aging: From evidence to application
1 SFIC CEC
Location: Rm. 1576, Elborn College
Jennifer J. Heisz

Saturday, June 20, 2026

7 learning hours = 4 SFIC CECs

Time Presentation Presenter
Morning
8:30-8:50 a.m.

Registration (if you DID NOT register for June 19 events) and sign-in

Location: Mercato at Clare Hall, West Campus (formerly Brescia), 1285 Western Road, London, Ontario

8:50-9:00 Welcome Kevin Shoemaker
9:00-9:50 The ageless athlete within: How challenge fuels health, confidence, and vitality Angela Schneider
9:55-10:30 Seated yoga stretch Diana Borowiecki
10:30-10:45 Nutrition Break and Networking
10:45-11:15 Protein requirements for active older adults Jessica White
11:20-11:55 Advancing healthy aging: New insights in exercise and older adult health Various students
Afternoon
12:00-1:00 p.m. Lunch & research poster session
1:05-2:10 Aerobic exercise training after a cardiac event Daniel Keir
2:15-2:45 Adapting advanced routines for every older adult Anne Cooke
2:45-3:00 Nutrition Break and Networking
3:05-3:45 Brain blood flow, memory, mobility & falls Laura K. Fitzgibbon-Collins​
3:50-4:15 Ask anything: An open forum Steve Di Ciacca
Kevin Shoemaker
4:15-4:30 Wrap up, closing remarks and thank you Kevin Shoemaker

Parking

Parking Information for R2A Pre-Conference and Conference Attendees

Attention Master Class and Refresher Workshop Participants. Please Read Carefully

Friday, June 19 Arrival Details

We are currently experiencing construction-related lane reductions in all directions at the intersection of Western Road and Sarnia Road. If you are travelling on Friday, please allow extra time for your commute, as traffic can become congested during peak morning travel times, particularly between 8:00 and 10:00 a.m.

If you are staying at Ontario Hall

  • Parking is free in the Althouse lot behind Ontario Hall.
  • Please allow extra time to walk to Elborn College (Google Map for Elborn College) for the morning Master Class or to the Mercato at Clare Hall (Google Map for Clare Hall) for the afternoon Refresher Workshop (5-10 minutes).
  • REMINDER! If you are staying at Ontario Hall and do not require accessible parking, please leave your vehicle at the Althouse visitor lot/Ontario Hall and walk across the road to:
    • Elborn College for the Master Classes (Google Map) .
    • Clare Hall at the Mercato for the Refresher Workshop and the Conference (Google Map) .
If you are NOT staying overnight at Ontario Hall

Event registration locations and times:

  • Friday conference registration and master class(es) sign-ins are located at the CCAA.
  • Friday refresher workshop and Saturday conference registration/sign-in is located outside the Bottega at the Mercato at Clare Hall.
    • Master Class 1: Arrive by 8:30 a.m.
    • Master Class 2: Arrive by 10:15 a.m.
    • Refresher Workshop: Arrive by 12:45 p.m.
  • Saturday conference registration/sign-in is located outside the Bottega at the Mercato at Clare Hall.
    • Conference: Arrive by 8:30 a.m.

Saturday, June 20 - Free Parking

Parking is free across campus all day on Saturday, so Honk Mobile is NOT required.

Tips for stress-free parking at Western

  • Plan ahead to give yourself enough time to navigate the construction, park, use the Honk Mobile parking promo code (Friday only) and to walk to your session.
  • If you have mobility concerns, please contact the CCAA at ccaa@uwo.ca.
  • See parking map for a visual guide to the parking lots on campus.

Important! There is NO FREE PARKING AT ELBORN COLLEGE on Friday, June 19. YOU WILL BE TICKETED BY WESTERN PARKING SERVICES if you park at Elborn College during the pre-conference workshops on Friday, June 19.

Pre-Conference & Conference Registration & Sign-In

Friday, June 19 (Pre-Conference Workshops)

  • Morning Registration at the CCAA at Elborn College: 
    • Master Class 1 - Registration: 8:00–8:40 a.m.
      • Class begins promptly at 8:45 a.m. at Elborn College Gymnasium.
    • Master Fitness Class 2 - Registration: 10:00-10:25 a.m.
      • Class begins promptly at 10:30 a.m. at Elborn College Gymnasium.
  • Afternoon Registration/Sign-In at the Mercato at Clare Hall: 12:15–12:55 p.m.
    • Refresher Workshop begins at 1:00 p.m. at the Mercato at Clare Hall, West Campus (formerly Brescia College).

Saturday, June 20 (Main Conference Day)

  • Registration/Sign-In: 8:15–8:55 a.m. at the Mercato at Clare Hall.
  • Keynote Presentation: Begins promptly at 9:00 a.m.

Agenda, Workshops & Facility Reminders

  • Review the agenda under the Agenda accordion.
  • Many sessions include movement – wear comfortable clothing, running shoes, and bring a refillable water bottle.
  • Venues are air-conditioned – dress in layers for comfort.
  • Your Record of Completion will be available via your MyCCAA account after the event.
  • Presentation slides (when available) will be posted online for 1 month after the conference
    • After the event, slides and the conference evaluation form can be accessed via the agenda on the conference webpage.

Snacks & Lunch Information

Friday, June 19 (Pre-Conference Workshops)

  • Lunch is not provided.
  • Options within a 10-minute walk of Elborn College:
    • Barakat (Lebanese)
    • Subway
    • Pizza Hut (takeout only)
    • Plaza Sushi
    • 7-Eleven gas station

Saturday, June 20 (Conference Day)

  • A hot buffet lunch and healthy snacks are included.
  • Vegetarian, gluten-free, and dairy-free options will be available.
  • If you have a serious food allergy, please notify us at ccaa@uwo.ca by Monday, June 15.

T-Shirt & Small Ball Pickup & Sales

On-site shirt and small ball sales (debit and credit card preferred).

  • T-shirts: $26.00 + taxes, total price  $29.38 per shirt
  • Small balls: $7.50 + taxes, total price  $8.48 per ball

Pre-ordered shirt and small ball pick-up times will be AT MERCATO ONLY

  • Pre-ordered t-shirts and small balls can be picked up at all registrations/sign-ins at the Mercato at Clare Hall.
  • T-shirts cannot be picked up during the Friday morning Master Class registration/sign-in at Elborn College.
  • Pick up times:
    • Friday, June 19:
      • Before the refresher workshop: 12:00–1:00 p.m.
    • Saturday, June 20 (at Mercato):
      • During registration/sign in: 8:00–8:55 a.m.
      • Morning Break: 10:30–10:45 a.m.
      • Lunch Break: 12:00–12:55 p.m.
      • Afternoon Break: 2:45–3:00 p.m.

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We are looking forward to R2A 2026 and cannot wait to see you there!