BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//132.216.98.100//NONSGML kigkonsult.se iCalcreator 2.20.4// BEGIN:VEVENT UID:20250509T013740EDT-2831jasB9r@132.216.98.100 DTSTAMP:20250509T053740Z DESCRIPTION:As The Neuro marks its 90th anniversary\, we celebrate nine dec ades of innovation\, dedication\, and impact as a global leader in neurosc ience. To honour this incredible milestone\, we’ve planned four exciting d ays of activities\, from December 9-12\, 2024\, for our amazing staff and trainees.\n\nThese 90 hours are an opportunity to come together\, reflect on The Neuro’s remarkable journey\, and create new memories while connecti ng with colleagues. Check out the schedule below and join in as many activ ities as you’d like!\n\n\n\n \n \n  \n Monday\, December 9 \n Tuesday\, Decembe r 10\n Wednesday\, December 11\n Thursday\, December 12 \n \n \n \n \n Neuro Tour s\n \n 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Augmented Reality (Collins Lab)\n\n 3:00 p.m. Historical Tour (Richard Leblanc)\n \n \n 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. BigBrain (E vans Lab)\n\n 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. BigBrain (Evans Lab)\n\n 1:00 p.m. - 1 :30 p.m. Biobank & EDDU\n\n 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Biobank & EDDU\n \n \n 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Physiotherapy\n\n 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. Clinical Researc h Unit\n \n  \n \n \n Scavenger Hunt \n Start: 8:00 a.m.\n →→→→→→→→→→→\n End: 12:0 0 p.m.\n  \n \n \n Chair Massage\n 1:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.\n  \n 7:30 a.m. - 1:30 p .m.\n  \n \n \n Yoga\n 12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.\n  \n 4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.\n  \n \n \n Hike\n  \n 12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.\n  \n  \n \n \n Holiday Luncheon\n  \n  \n  \n 11 :00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.\n \n \n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n Scavenger Hunt\n Chair Massage\n Yo ga Sessions\n Hike\n Holiday Luncheon\n Neuro Tours\n \n\n \n Scavenger Hunt\n\n Celebrate The Neuro’s 90th anniversary with a fun and engaging scavenger h unt! Solve riddles\, uncover hidden clues\, and compete for exciting prize s while exploring the many corners of The Neuro. Participate solo or as pa rt of a team—it’s all about having fun!\n\n When and Where:\n\n \n Start Time : December 9 at 8:00 a.m.\n End Time: December 11 at 12:00 p.m.\n \n\n How to Participate:\n\n \n \n Register: Complete the registration form to sign up. Registration closes on Friday\, December 6\, at 9:00 a.m.\n \n \n Start the H unt: The first clue will be sent to you by email on Monday morning\, Decem ber 9.\n \n \n Follow the Clues:\n\n \n Each step includes a QR code—scan it to receive your next clue.\n There are 9 clues in total\, guiding you through the scavenger hunt.\n \n \n \n Finish and Win:\n\n \n Complete the hunt at your own pace by Wednesday\, December 11\, at 12:00 p.m.\n Prizes will be award ed during the Holiday Luncheon on Thursday\, December 12.\n \n \n \n \n\n \n Cha ir Massage\n\n Recharge and unwind with a 10-minute chair massage from Coch ez Santé’s professional therapists. These sessions blend techniques like S hiatsu\, Amma\, Swedish\, Deep Tissue\, and more to help you relax and de- stress.\n\n When and Where:\n\n \n December 9: 1:30 – 6:30 p.m.\, Healing Gar den\n December 11: 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.\, Healing Garden\n \n\n How to Parti cipate:\n Massages are offered on a first-come\, first-served basis\, but a sign-up sheet will be available to reserve your spot. Don’t miss this cha nce to treat yourself! Please note that there is a 5-minute transition per iod between massages.\n \n\n \n Yoga Sessions\n\n Join us for a rejuvenating y oga class led by Jeannine Plaiche\, an experienced yoga teacher\, therapis t\, and mobility specialist. These one-hour sessions are designed to help you move better\, breathe deeper\, and have fun while toning and invigorat ing your body and mind.\n\n When and Where:\n\n \n December 9: 12:00 p.m.\, J eanne Timmins Foyer\n December 11: 4:00 p.m.\, Jeanne Timmins Foyer\n \n\n Ho w to Participate:\n Fill out this short form to indicate your interest. Ple ase note that yoga mats are not supplied\, so bring your own!\n\n About Jea nnine Plaiche:\n Jeannine is a Yoga Teacher\, Yoga Therapist\, and Mobility Specialist dedicated to helping others unlock their potential by moving a nd breathing better. With years of experience\, she combines her expertise to create classes that are accessible\, engaging\, and enjoyable for all levels. Find out more about Jeannine here.\n\n  \n \n\n \n Hike\n\n Join us for an invigorating and informative hike up Mont Royal\, one of Montreal’s mo st iconic natural landmarks. Enjoy stunning views\, learn about the mounta in’s history and ecology from our knowledgeable guide\, and warm up with h ot chocolate at the summit!\n\n When and Where:\n\n \n December 10: 12:00 p.m . - 1:30 p.m.\n Departure: North Wing\, L2 (near the Healing Garden)\n Group Photo: Gather for a team picture before we set off.\n \n\n How to Participa te:\n Fill out this short registration form to indicate your interest and s ecure your spot.\n \n\n \n Holiday Luncheon\n\n To celebrate the holiday seaso n\, we will continue with our annual Neuro tradition and treat our staff t o a delicious buffet lunch. The festive atmosphere and a performance by Th e Neuro Cosgrove Choir make this an event not to be missed!\n\n Tickets (re quired for entry) will be distributed in November. \n\n Please remember to bring a non-perishable food item for donation to the Mile-End Community Mi ssion.\n\n We look forward to seeing you there!\n \n\n \n Neuro Tours\n\n Take a behind-the-scenes tour of The Neuro\, featuring exciting stops like BigB rain\, CRU\, EDDU and more. \n\n Complete the registration form to sign up! \n\n BigBrain (Alan Evans lab) \n\n Explore BigBrain the world’s highest-res olution\, openly accessible 3D digital atlas of the human brain\, and rank ed by the MIT Technology Review as one of the Top 10 Breakthroughs of 2014 . Take a tour of the brain like never before and find your favourite regio ns!    \n\n Tuesday\, December 10. 11:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. & 11:30 a.m. - 1 2:00 p.m.\n\n Augmented reality to enhance surgeon's vision (Louis Collins lab) \n\n Discover how the NeuroImaging and Surgical Technologies Lab devel ops computer vision image processing algorithms to advance research in ima ge-guided neurosurgery\, and disease diagnosis and prognosis. Try your han d at being a ‘virtual’ neurosurgeon! \n\n Monday\, December 9. 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.\n\n Neuro History (Dr. Richard LeBlanc) \n\n Explore the stories that have defined The Neuro's legacy! Step back in time to 1934 when foun der Dr. Wilder Penfield designed the iconic art deco lobby. Each element – from astrology to medicine – reflects the brain’s mysteries. Marvel at th e Advance of Neurology\, painted by Mary Filer in 1954\, and dive into the rich tapestry of discoveries that have shaped neurology. \n\n Monday\, Dec ember 9. 3:00 p.m.\n\n Biobank & Early Drug Discovery Unit \n\n Enter the wo rld of The Neuro’s Open Biobank\, where over 3\,000 patients have contribu ted their biospecimens and clinical information to fuel the next era of ne urological research. The goal is to advance treatment development and pati ent care through precision clinical trials and shared data. This platform allows patients to contribute to advancing our understanding of the diseas es affecting them.   \n\n At The Early Drug Discovery Unit researchers are using stem cell technology to create cell lines and brain organoids. Witne ss how these miniscule 3D human cell cultures are providing the closest av ailable model to patients’ brains and an innovative approach to study neur ological disease and accelerate drug discovery. \n\n Tuesday\, December 10. 1:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m. & 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.\n\n Clinical Research Unit   \n\n The Clinical Research Unit team conducts over 115 clinical trials acro ss all areas of neurology including Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis\, Multip le Sclerosis\, and Stroke\, bringing hope and breakthroughs to patients wo rldwide. The CRU is known for its expertise in rare diseases and is home t o a first-of-its-kind Phase 1 Unit dedicated to neurological disorders.   \n\n Wednesday\, December 11. 2:00 p.m. - 2:30 p.m.\n\n Physiotherapy at The Neuro\n\n Learn how physiotherapists at The Neuro work to rehabilitate pat ients\, aiding them in regaining independence and mobility.\n\n Wednesday\, December 11. 11:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.\n \n\n DTSTART:20241209T130000Z DTEND:20241212T220000Z LOCATION:Montreal Neurological Institute\, CA\, QC\, Montreal\, H3A 2B4\, 3 801 rue University SUMMARY:90 Hours of Celebration for 90 Years of Excellence URL:/neuro/channels/event/90-hours-celebration-90-year s-excellence-361291 END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR