Northern Ontario Conference
for Healthcare Professionals

DATE

October 14 – 16, 2026

LOCATION

Killarney, Ontario

DATE

October 14 – 16, 2026

LOCATION

Killarney, Ontario

INNOVATIVE HORIZONS: Transforming Healthcare For Tomorrow

For more than 30 years, Oatley Vigmond has helped bridge the gap between catastrophic injuries, complex accident litigation, and the unique challenges faced by families across Northern Ontario. The Northern Ontario Conference reflects that commitment by bringing leading healthcare professionals, legal experts, rehabilitation specialists, and innovators together in the North, ensuring geography never limits access to knowledge, collaboration, or better outcomes.

— ABOUT THE CONFERENCE

The Northern Ontario Conference is more than a conference. It is an immersive experience.

Set against the breathtaking backdrop of Killarney Provincial Park, this three day event brings together leaders in healthcare, law, rehabilitation, and innovation to explore the emerging technologies, policies, and ideas shaping the future of care.

With more than 100 attendees and an exclusive buyout of Killarney Mountain Lodge, the conference is intentionally designed to encourage meaningful conversations, authentic connections, and collaborative learning in an inspiring setting.

This is where innovation meets perspective.

— Who Should Attend?

This conference is ideal for:

  • Healthcare professionals

  • Rehabilitation specialists

  • Medical-legal experts

  • Industry innovators

If your work intersects with healthcare transformation, patient advocacy, insurance reform, or medico-legal innovation, this conference is designed for you.

— PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

Over three immersive days, this conference blends forward-thinking legal insights, cutting-edge medical innovation, and meaningful connection, all set in a relaxed, retreat-style environment.

  • Keynote presentation by Les Stroud (Survivorman) on resilience, recovery, and thriving after adversity.
  • Explore the future of rehabilitation through sessions on AI, digital evidence, and emerging technologies transforming injury assessment and care.
  • Gain clinical insights from leading physicians and rehabilitation experts on chronic pain, rehabilitation, and complex injury management.
  • Discover innovative approaches to medical illustration and trauma visualization that enhance assessment, communication, and patient outcomes.
  • Learn from multidisciplinary experts in healthcare, law, engineering, and rehabilitation tackling today’s most complex injury challenges.
  • Participate in thought-provoking case discussions examining real-world legal and medical issues in catastrophic injury litigation.
  • Connect with peers through curated networking opportunities, including a Cocktail Reception, Dinner, and Fireside Social at Killarney Mountain Lodge.
  • Experience Killarney beyond the conference room with wellness activities, leisure time, and the opportunity to explore one of Ontario’s most breathtaking natural landscapes.

— MEET OUR CONFERENCE CHAIRS

Adam Little

Managing Partner, Oatley Vigmond

Adam Little is Managing Partner at Oatley Vigmond, and a Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation with more than 25 years of experience representing seriously injured clients. He has appeared before all levels of court in Ontario and focuses on cases involving medical negligence, motor vehicle accidents, and complex insurance disputes. Early in his career, Adam represented physicians, giving him valuable insight into how medical cases are defended. He now uses that perspective to advocate for patients and families affected by serious injury and medical negligence. Adam is also a frequent speaker and contributor to leading personal injury publications.

Troy Lehman

Managing Partner, Oatley Vigmond

Troy Lehman is Managing Partner at Oatley Vigmond, and a Certified Specialist in Civil Litigation with extensive trial experience in complex personal injury cases. He began his career defending physicians in medical malpractice claims before focusing his practice on representing injured plaintiffs. Troy has acted as lead counsel in numerous trials and appeals across Ontario, including the notable case of Little v. Floyd Sinton Limited, which resulted in a $7-million judgment for a young woman who sustained a severe brain injury. He is a frequent speaker and educator on personal injury law and has been recognized by Best Lawyers and Lexpert.

Karen Vigmond

Partner, Oatley Vigmond

Karen Vigmond is a Partner at Oatley Vigmond, with a focus on medical malpractice. She also has experience in product liability, occupiers' liability, motor vehicle accident claims, and accident benefits. Karen is known for her compassionate approach and works to ensure clients feel supported and comfortable throughout the legal process. She is active in the community and serves on the Board of Directors for Spinal Cord Injury Ontario.

Lara Fitzgerald-Husek

Partner, Oatley Vigmond

Lara Fitzgerald-Husek is a Partner at Oatley Vigmond who represents individuals and families affected by serious injury. She previously practiced insurance defence at a leading national firm, giving her valuable insight into how insurers approach personal injury claims. Lara's practice focuses on motor vehicle accidents, accident benefits, medical malpractice, occupiers' liability, product liability, and long-term disability claims. She earned her undergraduate degree from the University of Toronto and her Juris Doctor and MPA from Queen's University, and was called to the bar in 2013.

— ACCOMMODATIONS

Stay in the heart of Killarney’s natural beauty with exclusive accommodations at Killarney Mountain Lodge and The Sportsman’s Inn. Comfortable, convenient, and thoughtfully selected to enhance your conference experience.

KILLARNEY MOUNTAIN LODGE

Northern Ontario Conference Headquarters

Located on the edge of Georgian Bay and surrounded by iconic white quartzite landscapes, the lodge offers:

  • Comfortable waterfront and lodge-style rooms

  • On-site dining and gathering spaces

  • Immediate access to trails, shoreline views, and outdoor activities

  • A relaxed, boutique atmosphere that complements the retreat-style format

Staying at the lodge means you are at the heart of the experience, steps away from programming, meals, and evening events.

The Sportsman’s Inn

The Sportsman’s Inn offers additional accommodations in the heart of the village of Killarney, approximately a 10 minute walk from Killarney Mountain Lodge. It provides:

  • Modern, well-appointed guest rooms

  • Scenic waterfront views and marina access

  • A comfortable, quiet atmosphere

  • Close proximity to conference programming and events

Guests staying at The Sportsman’s Inn will enjoy the full conference experience, with all sessions, meals, and activities.

— AGENDA

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

4:00 PM

Registration & Hotel Check-In

6:00 PM

Welcome Reception

8:00 PM

Continue the Conversation

Thursday, October 15, 2026

6:45 AM

Yoga

7:45 AM

Sunrise Cold Plunge

8:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Opening Remarks

9:05 AM

Innovations in Mild TBI

Dr. Manu Mehdiratta

9:50 AM

The Augmented Clinician: How AI Is Quietly Reshaping Allied Health and Rehabilitation

Justin Kline

10:20 AM

Refreshment Break

10:35 AM

Innovations in Chronic Pain

Dr. Dinesh Kumbahre

11:20 AM

Refreshment Break

11:35 AM

KEYNOTE SPEAKER: From Surviving to Thriving

Les Stroud, Survivorman

12:35 PM

Lunch

1:35 PM

Leisure Time

Choose from a variety of optional activities, explore Killarney, or simply relax and enjoy the afternoon.

6:30 PM

Cocktail Reception & Dinner

9:00 PM

Fireside Social

Friday, October 16, 2026

8:00 AM

Breakfast

9:00 AM

Opening Remarks

9:05 AM

Digital Evidence & Modern Vehicle Technology in Collision Reconstruction

Mark Fabbroni & Nishan Perera, 30 Forensic Engineering

9:35 AM

Medical Illustration Innovations: Portraying Trauma for Clarity and Understanding

Stephen Mader

10:05 AM

Refreshment Break

10:45 AM

Beyond the Checklist: AI and Innovation in Assessment Design

Shelley Vaisberg

11:15 AM

Case Study

Panel: Karen Vigmond, Dr. Mario Nucci, Ashifa Hassam

12:00 PM

Closing Remarks

12:05 PM

Lunch

QUESTIONS OR CONCERNS?

Please get in touch with Madison Brunette at events@oatleyvigmond.com