Proud Canadian Parent, Habs Fan, Professor, Psychologist, Researcher, Behaviour Analyst, Advisor, Activist & Advocate. These are my personal comments & views.
Toronto, CA
Joined April 2009
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I wrote this obituary for the OAP on February 6.2019 after the devastating announcement. The waitlist has grown to over 51,000 and still no needs-based funding! 3 LONG YEARS for children and their families thanks to @MacLeodLisa @ToddSmithPC @DrFullertonMPP #VoteThemAllOut2022
I have worked in this field for over 30 years. I started with ABA in residential treatment for teens with ASD in 1988 when I had to take a pay cut from my lifeguarding job to follow my passion. Attached is the obituary for the OAP that I wrote last night. #AutismDoesntEndAtFORD
Enjoying a 2013 Cabernet Franc from @KacabaVineyards - VQA 100% Ontario grapes. I think we got this during Cuvée weekend in 2015, around the time we first joined the Founders Club. Aged perfectly. Next up, 2017 Meritage…Happy New Year, Team Kacaba!
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Anyone in the Jordan/Vineland area in the @TownofLincolnON hear a very loud bang at 11:23? Any idea what is was? Not the usual propane cannon noises, I barely notice those.
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Warning to travellers through Michigan- The Quality Inn and suites in Ann Arbor is not for those wanting a safe hotel or clean room. @ChoiceHotels I sent you a DM and I contacted customer service the next morning- still waiting to hear back. @CAA @annarbornews @wcpublichealth
So here we have a sale…yes it’s not a typo, it’s 2 cents per pound! Which may have been a huge sale once upon a time, but seriously. They made over 13 Billion in profit in the first quarter of 2024, while@record numbers of Ontarians used food banks.
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As July 1 approaches, I am exceedingly grateful for @CPOntario offer to regulate ABA within an existing Health College, which has brought public protection to ABA service recipients in a timely manner. Kudos to HPRAC and CPO for this effective solution!
I’m typically a “glass half full” kind of person, but having interacted with Toronto raccoons often, I wonder…is this truly adorable or is the raccoon about to end the chihuahua?
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Hadestown- demonstrating the relevance and societal need for classics programs. Playing to a full house @Mirvish in Toronto!
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NEWS: @CPOntario has posted revised Standards of Professional Conduct that includes Behaviour Analysis.
These make clear that a) the tiered supervision model is supported and b) supervisors are responsible for services delivered by their supervisees.#ABA
cpo.on.ca/approved-standards…
Kaitlyn Orton-Schmitt is a delightful person, caring clinician, and is destined to make a difference in this world. She is my nephew's wife. She is also a zebra.
Please help if you can.
~Great acts are made up of small deeds~ Lau Tzu
gofund.me/e2c48a51
We were on campus at @BrockUniversity for the eclipse, but got worried about the overcast sky, So this science nerd with the fam and dogs in tow -chased the eclipse to Haldimand where the sky was much clearer and watched until the very end. @d_a_keldsen we need a pic!
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Done!
I was able to successfully submit my pre-registration application to apply to register as a Behaviour Analyst in Ontario, Transitional Route 1.
Thanks to everyone who has had a hand in getting us to this moment, especially @CPOntario & @ONTABA1!
More fireworks July 1!
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It’s April 2! I’m waiting for the pre-registration link for ABA to open.
I’ve been refreshing the CPO ABA portal site like a Toronto parent trying to register for swimming lessons!
Ordered BACB verification letter ☑️
#ABAregulation
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Calling all Behaviour Analysts who practice in Ontario:,I know what I will be doing on April 2nd do you? Time to start the pre-registration process with @CPOntario. These next 3 months will fly by- be ready for July 1!
Who’s with me?
The College of Psychologists of Ontario is pleased to announce that on April 2, 2024, preregistration will open for Behaviour Analysts applying via Transitional Routes #1 and #2. Click here for the full statement:
cpo.on.ca/applications-openi…
Dr Karl Gunnarsson on their research on behavioural economics in social media use at #ONTABACon2023
“The group data is good for policy..the individual data is good for intervention”
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Excellent response from @CPOntario with respect to recent changes from @BACB_Inc.
Ontario Regulation of Behaviour Analysts will ultimately provide stronger public protection.
cpo.on.ca/response-to-bacb-c…
Posted this on LinkedIn if it is helpful to anyone trying to navigate the recent news for Ontario from @BACB_Inc
linkedin.com/posts/rosemary-…
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I have an idea for @TD_Canada. Show your commitment to quality service, community outreach, and giving back. Reopen ATMs & support housing & shelter initiatives so folks who need shelter near your branches can find it. Blocking ATM access after hours is not the answer!