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Investing in Care: Why Dr. Martin Lai Became a Chiropractor
Before Dr. Martin Lai opened the doors of The Hip Joint in Toronto’s east end, he knew what it meant to watch someone’s health and mobility change suddenly. Growing up,…
Honouring Canada’s National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On September 30, Canadians reflect on the legacy of residential schools, honour Survivors and their families, and acknowledge the truths of Canada’s history.
Chiropractic’s Role in Truth and Reconciliation: A Reflection by Dr. David Peeace
For me, the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation is a day of remembrance that is deeply personal, one that calls for reflection. It is a time to honour the children taken from their homes and families, some who never returned, while others continue to carry these heavy memories and pass on this legacy through generations. It also offers an opportunity to pause, reflect, and acknowledge ongoing inequities faced by Indigenous people and their communities. It is a day to listen to stories and journeys that are painful and difficult to hear, but it also creates space for healing and fosters partnership and community between Indigenous and non-Indigenous peoples.
Precision in Practice and Competition: Dr. Fagan Heads to South Korea
For Dr. Andrew Fagan, discipline is everything. Whether he’s treating patients at his clinic in Port Hope, Ontario, or drawing his bow at a world-class archery competition, Dr. Fagan keeps his eyes on the prize.
Passing the Chiropractic Torch to Sam Follett
While most kids wrestled with heavy backpacks slung over one shoulder, on his first day of kindergarten, Sam Follett’s bag trailed behind him on wheels.
Passing the Chiropractic Torch to Sydney Baron
When Sydney Baron graduated from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College (CMCC) in June, it marked the beginning of a new career and the start of a new chapter in her family’s professional story.
Pride in Practice: Dr. Kara Haus on Building Safer Chiropractic Spaces for Queer Patients
When Dr. Kara Haus (she/they) opened a chiropractic practice in Regina, Saskatchewan, she didn’t just want to treat back pain. She wanted to create something that didn’t yet exist in her community for many patients like her: a clinic where queer people could feel safe and access personalized healthcare.
Chasing Dreams on the Pitch and in Practice
Chiropractor and pro soccer player Dr. Julia Benati is chasing dual dreams—taking over her father’s Dorchester clinic while competing in Canada’s new pro women’s league. With support from her dad, Dr. Rob Benati, she’s balancing patient care and high-level sport in a unique family legacy story.
Chronic Pain Research and Collaboration: Presenting Chiropractic Voices at the 45th Annual Scientific Meeting
At the 45th Annual Scientific Meeting of the Canadian Pain Society, Canadian chiropractors Dr. Yaad Shergill and Dr. Demetry Assimakopoulos joined a national dialogue on chronic pain care. Held May 1–4, 2025, the conference brought together researchers, clinicians, and people with lived experience to address one of Canada’s most pressing health issues. From virtual tools to inclusive diagnostic models, both chiropractors highlighted the profession’s evolving role in chronic pain management.