HMEPA hosts education sessions throughout the year. Members may also submit their own upcoming webinars to be featured on this page.
If you are an HMEPA member and would like to post an upcoming session or webinar, please email info@hmepa.ca
July 2026
Above and Beyond Re-thinking: Practical Guidelines for Optimizing Pediatric Manual Mobility – CEU Global Webinar with Helio Kids
Date: July 7, 2026
Time: 12:00 PM – 1:30 PM PDT
Location: Online
Vendor: Motion Composites
Presenters: Christie Hamstra, PT, DPT, ATP/SMS
Description:
A collaborative, team-based approach to pediatric wheelchair prescription is essential, as funding often requires one device to meet diverse needs across environments. This presentation focuses on optimizing manual mobility through intentional component choices. Evidence and pediatric cases show how targeted upgrades can reduce weight, improve self-propulsion efficiency, and promote independence and participation for children.
Stick around for a an exciting 30-minute introduction to HELIO Kids! Our pediatric manual wheelchair designed to keep up with real kids and real life. We’ll showcase both the lightweight performance of Helio Kids C and the everyday durability of Helio Kids A, giving you versatile solutions to better meet your clients’ mobility needs. You’ll leave with practical insights, key differences, and a clear understanding of which option fits best!
Link to register.
Above and Beyond Re-thinking: Practical Guidelines for Optimizing Pediatric Manual Mobility – CEU Global Webinar with Helio Kids
Date: July 8, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PDT
Location: Online
Vendor: Motion Composites
Presenters: Christie Hamstra, PT, DPT, ATP/SMS
Description:
A collaborative, team-based approach to pediatric wheelchair prescription is essential, as funding often requires one device to meet diverse needs across environments. This presentation focuses on optimizing manual mobility through intentional component choices. Evidence and pediatric cases show how targeted upgrades can reduce weight, improve self-propulsion efficiency, and promote independence and participation for children.
Stick around for a an exciting 30-minute introduction to HELIO Kids! Our pediatric manual wheelchair designed to keep up with real kids and real life. We’ll showcase both the lightweight performance of Helio Kids C and the everyday durability of Helio Kids A, giving you versatile solutions to better meet your clients’ mobility needs. You’ll leave with practical insights, key differences, and a clear understanding of which option fits best!
Link to register.
AMRG Certification: Elevating Repair Excellence (HMEPA Members Only)
Date: July 28, 2026
Time: 1:00 PM – 1:30 PM PDT
Location: Online
Vendor: Assistive Mobility Repair Group (AMRG)
Presenters: Aaron Parks, Executive Director and Donna Douglass, Administrative Liaison
Audience: Providers and Technicians
Description:
An informative webinar focused on AMRG Certification and its role in advancing professionalism, consistency, and quality within the assistive mobility and complex rehab technology repair field. This session will provide an overview of the certification pathway, including eligibility, education options, exam expectations, and the value certification brings to technicians, providers, and the clients they serve.
Link to register has been emailed to members.
August 2026
Dynamic Seating: Providing Movement for Clinical Benefit! (60 minutes)
Date: August 26, 2026
Time: 9:00 AM – 10:30 AM PDT
Location: Online
Vendor: Motion Composites
Presenters: Michelle Lange, OTR, ABDA, ATP/SMS
Description:
Most wheelchairs and seating systems are static. If the client moves, they will move out of alignment with the seating system and wheelchair frame. Dynamic Seating moves with the client, providing support during movement to maintain the client’s position and provide stability for function. Dynamic components absorb and diffuse force, protecting the wheelchair user from injury and reducing damage to the seating system and wheelchair. Movement also provides sensory input which many clients seek out. Finally, dynamic seating components may improve postural control, stability, and function. Dynamic Seating product features and compatibility with Motion Composites wheelchairs as well as RAZ shower chairs will be addressed.
Link to register.