Conferences & Events
Registration for the 35th Annual OADD Conference is now open
Navigating Life’s Transitions: Holistic Support Systems Across the Lifespan
March 25th & 26th, 2026 at Caesars’ Windsor
to register click here
Streams will be:
- Education/Life Skills
- Health Care
- Employment
- Day Options
- Housing Options
The full program will be available by December 2nd.
Registration fees are be based on type of registration. For “Attendees” there are discounts for early registration and membership in OADD as follows:
OADD Members
- register before January 31 2025 = $485 + HST
- after January 31, 2025 = $505 + HST
Non-Members
- register before January 31 2025 = $515 + HST
- after January 31, 2025 = $535 + HST
We have teamed up with the Specialized Clinical DS Network again this year. To see their program go to the SCDSN website at www.scdsn.org
Our Participants
Conference participants fall into two broad groups;
- Front-line staff including DSWs, clinicians; therapist and case-workers
- Management including program managers, supervisors and HR personnel
Scent-Free Considerations
The OADD conference is a scent-free event. In consideration of those who are sensitive/allergic to the chemicals in fragrances, please refrain from using perfume/cologne and other scented products.
Language
OADD understands that different terminology is used by different service sectors and that all of us experience labels appropriate to each situation at various times in our lives. Participant questions regarding terminology will be directed back to presenters.
Registration Fees and Presenter Attendance policy
The registration form and fees are outlined on the registration webpage.
Help & Suggestions
The success of previous OADD conferences owes a great deal to the contributions of its members. Please contact the OADD conference committee at oadd@oadd.org, with your ideas, offers of assistance, and suggestions.