NEDIC Events

The events listed on this page are relevant to individuals who have a personal or professional interest in eating disorders, body image, self-esteem, and related subjects. As we are a Canadian organization, most of these events are in Canada. 

If you are hosting an event, such as an education session, workshop, or conference, we invite you to let us know about it. We are happy to promote the following on this page: 

  • events for which there is no fee to attend, or the fee is nominal (this will be assessed on a case-by-case basis)
  • fundraisers in support of non-profit eating disorder organizations
  • eating disorder-specific trainings hosted by non-profit organizations (regardless of fee) 
  • eating disorder conferences (regardless of fee) 


To request an event listing, please complete this form.

Eating Disorders Awareness Week

In Canada, Eating Disorders Awareness Week is February 1-7. 

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Events

  • Eating Disorders Nova Scotia (EDNS) and Bulimia Anorexia Nervosa Association (BANA)

    VIRTUAL WORKSHOP

    The History of Western Body Ideals: Ancient Greece to WWI


    Date:  Monday May 25, 2026

    Time:  7:00 - 8:30 p.m. AT 


    Western body ideals have evolved over time, and understanding their history can support healing and recovery. 
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    This is part one of a virtual workshop series that explores the history and evolution of Western body ideals, drawing on a five-part series by Heather Leblanc, MSW, RSW, published in BANA’s Be Yourself Magazine. Attend this workshop top learn more about how cultural, political, and social forces have shaped body expectations over time.


    Part two, which will be presented on July 6, will cover the Roaring 20s to the present day.

    Learn more and register at Eventbrite
  • Women's Health Clinic

    VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS

    Women's Health Clinic is offering virtual workshops via Microsoft Teams. They are free and open to people ages 16 and up of all genders (women, men, trans and non-binary people).



    Empowered Eating

    Dates:  Thursdays starting May 14, 2026

    Time:  6:00 - 8:00 pm CT

    Location:​​​​​​​  Microsoft Teams


    In this 4-week program, with support from a registered dietitian, you will:

    • Explore your current relationship with food
    • Get curious about your feelings, beliefs, and behaviors around food (and where they come from)
    • Learn new ideas and consider new ways of thinking
    • Receive tools to help you build a relationship with food that works for you
    Learn more and register at Women's Health Clinic
  • Hopewell Eating Disorder Support Centre

    NEW from Hopewell

    Biweekly Book Club

    Date:  First and third Wednesday of every month

    Time:  6:00 to 8:00 p.m. 

    Location:  Equator Coffee Westboro (412 Churchill Ave N)


    The book club is a new addition to Hopewell's Circles of Support program, which consists of weekly social gatherings for anyone navigating eating disorders or disordered eating.


    Meetings will be a space for participants to engage in supportive discussions, share reflections, and explore themes at a pace that feels manageable. A reflection guide will be shared to use between meetings.

    Learn more and register at Hopewell
  • Provincial Eating Disorders Prevention and Recovery Program

    FREE VIRTUAL WORKSHOPS

    Body Neutrality

    Date:  Wednesday May 13, 2026

    Time:  12:00 - 1:00 p.m. CT

    Location:  Microsoft Teams

    Led by a registered dietitian and a counsellor from the Provincial Eating Disorder and Recovery program, this workshop is for anyone 16+ who would like to create a kinder relationship with their body and size.  
    In this session, you will learn about:  

    • what body image is
    • influences on our relationship with our bodies
    • factors that can cause body image distress
    • practical tools to start creating a peaceful relationship with your body  


    QueerED


    Date:  Wednesday June 3, 2026

    Time:  6:00 - 8:00 p.m. CT

    Location:  Microsoft Teams


    This workshop facilitated by two counsellors from the Provincial Eating Disorder Prevention and Recovery Program is an invitation for conversation and connection around the intersection of 2SLGBTQIA communities and relationships with food and body. It is open to individuals ages 16+. Please be mindful that this offering is intended for queer community members.

    Learn more and register

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