The International Conference on Evidence-Based Aquatic Therapy (ICEBAT) takes place around the world every two years. This past June, in Winchester, UK, 126 delegates came together to share groundbreaking research and clinical advances in aquatic therapy.

We’re thrilled to announce that Canada has been selected to host ICEBAT 2026! 

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CARI and the Association of International Aquatic Therapy Faculty (IATF) will be organizing this scientific, peer-reviewed conference that is a mix of podium presentations, workshops, posters and pool sessions focused on the current state of the evidence in the practice of aquatic therapy. 

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Aquatic Therapists from around the globe will present their research and clinical 'Take-Aways' and there will be a half-day of pool demos/practice. 

Abstract submission will start in 2025.

 

The program is coming together and topics will include Paediatrics, Geriatrics, Cognition & Brain Health, Autism, with a Clinical Research focus.

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Canada welcomes all healthcare practitioners to this conference - Physiotherapists, Occupational Therapists, Recreation Therapists, Physiotherapy/Occupational Therapy Assistants, Kinesiologists - all those delivering this invaluable service to their community. 

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An organizing committee has been struck but we are always looking to strengthen our numbers - "many hands make light work".

If interested or want more information, please email Alison at aquaticrehabpt@gmail.com

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