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10:00 – 11:30 (1.5 hour sessions)
1. Handling Difficult Situations, Kent Highnam
2. Facebook: A Tool to Engage with Millennial Students, John Grant and Keiko Cooper
3. Body Talk, Marian Douglas and Christa Lynn
10:00 – 12:00 (2 hour sessions)
4. If You Can Talk, You Can Sing!, Karla Mundy
5. Measuring Your Ecological Footprint, Susan Smythe
6. Getting Unstuck: Creating Change in Your Own Post-Secondary Career, Deidre Pickerel
7. How To Live An Organic Lifestyle, Bill and Dolores Storness-Bliss
8. Mindful Meditation, Erica Horwitz
9A. Staying Painfree at Work, 10-11 Danny Reid
9B. Staying Painfree: Keeping Fit at The Office, 11-12 Jholey Triana
10. Managing Stress and Anxiety: Tips and Techniques for Everyday Use, Robert Awai
11. Gender and Communication, Carol Boothroyd
12. Verbal Judo – Non Violent Conflict Resolution, Don Owens
Between 11:30 – 1:00
Lunch (included) and Browse the Wellness Fair
12:45– 2:40 (2 hour sessions)
13. Facing the Threat of Violence on Campus, Hugh Pelmore
14. Powering Up Your Personal Productivity Using Web Tools, Stephanie Chu
15. Honouring the "Ordinary": Finding Power in our Everyday Work Lives by Writing About Them, Kate Braid
16. Remembering to Play: Building Engaging Work Environments, Vince Gowmon
17. Magic of Communication, Ken Bellemare
18. Saving on a Budget, Susan Walter
1:00 – 2:30 (1.5 hours sessions)
19. UniverCity Walking Tour, Dale Mikkelson
20. UniverCity Walking Tour, Dion Doepker
21. Walking Tour to Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area, Jessie Girard
22. Campus Tour with Student Volunteers
23. Career Management: A Lifelong Adventure, Deirdre Pickerell
24. Bullying: It's Not Just For Kids, Kathleen Page
25. My Life is Supposed to be Fun!, Lee Chamberland
2:50 – 4:20 (1.5 hour sessions)
26. Unleashing your Brain's Potential, Bob Aitken
27. Strong Woman, Strong Leader, Harriet Chicoine
28. The Politics of your Dinner Plate, Herb Barbolet
29. Crucibles of Character: Leadership and Ethics at Work, Kathleen Burke
30. Acupuncture – Natural Healing...as Soothing as Rain, Wendy Lind
31. Yoga, Elayne Anderson
32. Caregiving: An Emotional Journey, Jan Spilman
33. Professional and Creative Materials for Meetings and Events, Donna Woo and Sally McKinstry
34. Aboriginal Perspective – Raising Our Children to be Healthy Leaders, Wally Rupert
35. The DaLouie Code – The Art of Engagement, Sam Louie
10:00 - 11:30 (1.5 hour sessions)
1. Handling Difficult Situations, Kent Highnam
This seminar presents an overview of the concepts and skills of collaborative conflict resolution. You will explore factors that lead to conflict escalation and those that can de-escalate conflict. You will have the opportunities to identify and practice the attitudes and behaviours that lead to positive outcomes in conflict situations.
To download the presentation notes, click here: Handling Difficult Situations: Collaborative Conflict Resolution in the Work Place
Kent Highnam, Cert. ConRes., B.A., M.A. has a background in international relations with the United Nations and the International Red Cross. He has worked in public and private organizations as an instructor in interest-based processes and as a visiting lecturer at SFU. Kent also has extensive experience in human resources and labour relations issues and is currently Coordinator of Customized Training Solutions at the Justice Institute of BC Centre for Conflict Resolution.
2. Facebook: A Tool to Engage with Millennial Students, John Grant and Keiko Cooper
Technology is rapidly changing the options we have to interact with students today, and it's becoming increasingly difficult to communicate with the so-called "Millennial" generation. John Grant and Keiko Cooper, with Simon Fraser University's new Work Integrated Learning (WIL) Unit, will be showcasing how their new unit has capitalized upon Canada's leading online social networking system: Facebook.com. Their innovative marketing approach to combine educational resources with the latest and greatest tool that students are using has garnered attention from not only senior administrators at SFU, but also Universities across the country and even the Provincial Government of British Columbia. This workshop will provide an exciting and insightful overview of today's Millennial students, and also showcase an innovative case study of how Facebook.com and other online tools can be utilized to maximize engagement with your students.
John Grant is the Marketing and Communications Coordinator with Simon Fraser University’s new Work Integrated Learning Unit. Having received his undergraduate degree in Communications and Psychology, John applies his knowledge and skill sets to his daily tasks, which involve developing overall marketing and communications strategies for Co-operative Education, Career Services, Volunteer Services and Service Learning areas. His team has worked collectively to develop and mount one of the most innovative and successful online projects the University has seen.
Keiko Cooper is the marketing and communications coordinator for the Online Learning Community. Together with the Online Learning Community team, Keiko develops unique ways to strategically communicate with and engage all community members; students, faculty, staff, employers and alumni. Keiko has a bachelor's degree in Communication and brings past experience from Co-operative Education, corporate blogging and social media implementation.
3. Body Talk, Marian Douglas and Christa Lynn
Body Talk is an astonishingly simple and effective form of therapy that allows the body’s energy systems to be synchronized so that they can operate as nature intended. Each system, cell and atom is in constant communication with each other. Through exposure to the stresses of day-to-day life, communication becomes compromised, which then leads to a decline in physical, emotional and/or mental health. Reconnecting these lines of communication enables the body’s mechanisms to function at optimal levels, preventing disease and rapidly accelerating the healing process.
Marian Douglas, CBP brings over ten years of experience in healing, the human potential movement and technical education to her competency and reputation as a Body Talk practitioner. Her experience includes work and development in leadership programs such as health physiology, nutrition and well-being. Her innate love of nature and animals are one of the integral links to her connection, enjoyment and understanding of her work!
Christa Lynn, BFA, CH, CBP has over ten years’ experience in the healing arts which include healing with sound, herbalism and the Body Talk System. As a Body Talk practitioner, Christa acts as an orchestrator, in which she fine tunes and harmonizes the systems of the body in order to gently facilitate a deeper healing response.
10:00 – 12:00 (2 hour sessions)
4. If You can Talk You can Sing!, Karla Mundy
Singing is one of the most natural things in the world and unfortunately too many people leave singing up to "the pros"! We will come together in a supportive and fun environment and raise our voices together in harmony. All of the songs will be taught by ear and we’ll explore some different singing styles from around the world. All you need is some water, a sense of fun, and open hearts, minds and ears!
Karla Mundy is an energetic and creative singer, teacher and multi-instrumentalist. She loves singing and teaching music from around the world and spanning many different traditions from Bluegrass to Cuban to Soul. Karla's background is in classical piano performance and since moving to Vancouver she has learned banjo, drums and accordion. Karla is a founding member of The Shirleys (an all female acapella septet), Plough (a four piece old time band) and Drum Diva (female percussion ensemble)
5. Measuring Your Ecological Footprint, Susan Smythe
There’s a lot of talk out there about carbon footprints and carbon neutral lifestyles. Come and figure out what they’re about and where you stand compared to other carbon emitters! This session starts off with a brief examination of greenhouse gas emissions and their link to global warming, then moves to helping each participant calculate his or her own carbon and ecological footprints. It finishes with a comparison of our footprints to those of other people around the globe, and with sharing and discovering new ways to reduce our impact on planet Earth.
Susan Smythe is a Geography Instructor at Douglas College with a background in climatology and biogeography. She believes that people like her have a duty to translate the heavy-duty science of climatology and global warming into ideas more understandable to non-scientists.
6. Getting Unstuck: Creating Change in Your Own Post-Secondary Career, Deirdre Pickerell
• Feeling stuck?
• Are you afraid of change?
• Do you want a change but don’t know what it should be?
• Is your self-confidence lacking?
• Are you struggling to find time to think about your own career?
• Do you wonder how to get noticed?
• Not sure if the next move up the ladder is for you?
This workshop will discuss hands-on techniques for creating opportunities, exploring lateral moves, temporary and acting positions; and ways to create change in your career. Attendees will participate in two role-plays:
1. Are you currently on the right track?
2. How do you present yourself?
To download the presentation notes, click here: Getting Unstuck: Creating Change in Your Own Post-Secondary Career
Deirdre Pickerell, MEd, CHRP, GCDF has close to 15 years experience as an educator, manager, and career management professional. She has made significant differences within the field of career development –– locally, nationally, and internationally – through innovative program design, leading-edge education for career practitioners, inspiring facilitation and career coaching, and selfless leadership and mentoring throughout the sector. In recognition of her work, Deirdre was honoured with a 2006 Award of Excellence; presented by the BC Human Resources Management Association. This award is granted to HR veterans who have made a significant contribution to their organization/clients through leadership development and innovative program design.
7. How to Live an Organic Lifestyle, Dolores and William Storness-Bliss
A sensible introduction to the organic lifestyle and to making small changes that will allow participants to enjoy a healthier lifestyle, not over night but over time. This will be an interactive workshop on the subject of what is organic and why participants might choose an organic lifestyle. There will be an analysis of food additives and impact on the general quality of life. Some food tasting.
William and Dolores Storness-Bliss are former school teachers and SFU Alumni. The couple settled in Burns Lake and operated a health food store and organic café. Concerned about Bill’s aging mother, they moved to Burnaby and began looking for new a business opportunity. They were enchanted with the idea of being on the ground floor of the new “green” community with a small town atmosphere. They looked forward to educating and providing jobs for students. This year, they wrote out tax slips for 50 students. Dolores remarked, “Sometimes when it’s busy and the place is full of laughter, I feel like a happy mother with my kids around me.”
8. Mindful Meditation, Erika Horwitz
Mindfulness helps you become focused and allows you to rest from constant thinking. Mindfulness practice can help you to be in the present, and let go of worries about the future and past. This is a how-to session with a psychologist who practices and teaches Mindful Meditation.
Erika Horwitz, Ph.D., R. Psych. is Associate Director of Counselling at Simon Fraser University. She has worked as a therapist, speaker, and group facilitator for the past 17 years. She has an interest in helping people find inner peace and social harmony in all the work that she does. One of her interests is the practice of Mindfulness Meditation and how this practice can allow us find inner peace, inner wisdom, and the ability to stay present and connected.
9A. 10:00-11:00 -- Staying Painfree at Work, Danny Reid
In today's highly computerized world, people of all ages are experiencing aches and pains from sitting at a computer for long periods of time. The neck, shoulders, upper and lower back, wrists and elbows can all be affected. About 80% of workplace employees will experience back pain at some point. The good news is that most office-related pain and injuries are preventable. Even small adjustments can make a world of difference!
This workshop will equip you with practical information and tips to stay free of office-related tension, stiffness, pain and injuries. The focus will be on promoting back health and preventing musculoskeletal injuries by advocating the use of ergonomic workstations and doing specific exercises regularly.
Danny Reid, Physiotherapist has been providing physiotherapy services to SFU staff, faculty and students for more than 24 years. In addition, he has been working with, SFU's Health and Counselling Services' Health Promotion team to promote back health and prevent musculoskeletal injuries.
9B. 11:00-12:00 -- Keeping Fit at the Office, Jholey Triana
In this workshop you will learn some stretching and yoga that you can do in your office as well as incorporate cardio into your busy work day!
Jhoely Triana has been teaching fitness classes and training students and staff at SFU for the last 4 years. She graduated last year from SFU and is now working as a weight trainer and group fitness instructor helping people stay fit and stress free. Her certifications include: BCRPA Weight Trainer and BCRPA Group Fitness Instructor.
10. Managing Stress and Anxiety: Tips and Techniques for Everyday Use, Robert Awai
This interactive workshop will help clarify what anxiety and stress are and how they affect and influence our daily lives. The facilitator will provide techniques and practices to help manage anxiety in a variety of situations. This includes relaxation practices as well as supplementary information on how to continue to manage anxiety throughout your life.
Robert Awai is a Registered Social Worker (clinical) working as the Mental Health Intake Counselor at SFU’s Health and Counseling Services. One common theme throughout his work experience in community health and social service settings has been the need to teach and support clients and students in the management of stress and anxiety in a variety of situations.
11. Gender and Comunication, Carol Boothroyd
This hilarious session is a light-hearted, respectful approach to complex communication dynamics common to mixed gender workplaces. Subtle communication signals often have more impact than the literal content of words. This difference in style and structure may result in misinterpretations and assumptions. Over time teamwork may suffer. Participants will belly-laugh while they develop personal awareness and learn practical tools to become flexible communicators whether at home or at work.
Carol Boothroyd has earned her 20 year reputation as one of the best in the business. She is a dynamic trainer and keynote speaker who travels coast to coast, teaching and inspiring audiences across Canada. She works with thousands of people each year and brings professional insights, skills and energetic humour to her fast paced and entertaining sessions. Her seminars focus on working and communicating with others. Her clients are post-secondary institutions, the RCMP Training Academy, Canadian Coast Guard College, firefighters, health care professionals, federal, provincial and municipal governments, justice system, private sector and not for profit organizations across Canada. Carol’s workshops are well known to be refreshingly practical, interactive and guaranteed to be lots of fun!
12. Verbal Judo -- Non Violent Conflict Resolution, Don Owens
Manage verbal and physical aggression by developing defusing skills, such as strip phrases. Recognize four levels of aggressive behaviour and how to stop it from escalating. Learn about situational awareness to make sure you are safe, e.g. campus safety at night, and about the Criminal Code of Canada regarding use of force. See a demonstration of escape techniques you can use if you are grabbed or choked, etc. and learn how to use distance to de-escalate the situation.
Don Owens has 26 years' experience as a Vancouver Police officer and has practised Martial Arts for 41 years. He is President and Technical Director of Canada Japan Karate Association and Director of All Shotokan Karate Association. He has taught both Non-violent Conflict Resolution and Self Defense to police officers, corrections officers, nurses, and many other groups.
Afternoon Sessions
12:45 – 2:40 (2 hour sessions)
13. Facing the Threat of Violence on Campus, Hugh Pelmore
Awareness and assessment levels are explored so staff can recognize and minimize the risk of facing violent situations. The workshop will explore physiological response to conflict and violence and deal with personal and team safety strategies to implement in times of crisis.
Hugh Pelmore is the founder of Arete Safety and Protection Inc., a leading Canadian firm specializing in the prevention and management of workplace violence and conflict for over 15 years. Mr. Pelmore has personally conducted training for tens of thousands of employees representing virtually every industry sector. Hugh’s dynamic and often humorous approach to the subject of violence facilitates a shift towards healthier and more realistic views of violence and conflict. Hugh’s expertise, along with the company’s ongoing research and program development have made Arete leaders in this field.
14. Powering Up Your Personal Productivity Using Web Tools, Stephanie Chu
This session demonstrates freely available tools and resources for general use such as the Google Suite for personal productivity (e.g. docs., map, calendar), online sharing (blogs, photo galleries), etc. The purpose of this session is for attendees to identify some areas of interest, learn about what's available, what might be of use, and where to get them.
Stephanie Chu is Program Director at the Learning and Instructional Development Centre, Simon Fraser University. Stephanie’s broad portfolio includes instructional and faculty development, designing and offering programs, workshops and sessions for the university community and fostering innovative learning environments. She also serves on national, provincial and institutional committees related to educational technology and professional development.
15. Honouring the "Ordinary": Finding Power in our Everyday Work Lives by Writing About Them, Kate Braid
This is a writing workshop for anyone, whether you’ve written an email or a novel. Through writing exercises we’ll explore through prose and poetry, different ways of enjoying the hidden wonder of our so-called ordinary lives. Bring a pen and paper and a willingness to be open.
Kate Braid has published four prize-winning books of poetry (the most recent, “In Fine Form: The Canadian Book of Form Poetry,” co-edited with Sandy Shreve) and four biographies (most recently, “Emily Carr: Rebel Artist”). Her next poetry book, “Turning Left at the Ladies,” about her work as a carpenter will be published in June by Palimpsest Press. She has taught creative writing at SFU, UBC and for ten years at Malaspina University College.
16. Remembering to Play: Building Engaging Work Environments, Vince Gowmon
When we lead with a playful heart we move from managing others to inspiring them. We also hold ourselves more lightly, fostering greater productivity, creativity and connection. We become more engaging and, in turn, give permission to others to become inspiring leaders. Vince’s interactive workshop is a rejuvenating way to develop practical communication and creative tools, cultivate greater self-awareness, take a break and have some fun.
Vince Gowmon is a Certified Professional Life Coach trained through The Coaches Training Institute. He graduated from SFU where he studied Business Administration focusing on Human Resources, Marketing and International Business. Vince coaches individuals and leads workshops in Canada and the US on all aspects of well-being.
17. Magic of Communication, Ken Bellemare
This workshop will explore a variety of communication elements to identify why communication seems so difficult at times. Our perceptions are our realities. How does this affect how we listen and process what others are saying? How does misdirection fit into this equation? You will learn how a magician misdirects (or directs) your perception. You will not be bored –- guaranteed!!!
Ken Bellemare has been a presenter, trainer and coach for over 35 years. He makes extensive use of magic, improv, storytelling and WOW. His motto is “Let us bore no more.” He is co-author of Wizbangers –- 101 Quick Action-based Trainers and Teachers. A hard copy and CD version of the book will be available at the workshop.
18. Saving on a Budget, Susan Walter
This is a lecture course with practical exercises to teach students how to power save. Students will assess and plan current and projected spending priorities, decide on a single financial goal, be shown how to prepare a personal budget of current expenses at home, and prioritize necessary versus superfluous expenditures. Students will learn about their personal dedication to saving, tips and information that will help toward this aim, and will be encouraged to share successes and failures with the class.
SFU Senate Assistant Susan Walter has worked at SFU for 33 years –≠ for the last 23 years producing the SFU Calendar. She designed and has taught Saving on a Budget for three school districts' Continuing Education departments, and for Pro D Day events for CUPE members in School District 43. She is an ardent traveler, avid gardener, loves to sew, and has volunteered for Girl Guides of Canada for over a decade. She even offers a Guides and Brownies role-playing evening about household finances, spending priorities, taxes, insurance, and all those monetary things to which kids are oblivious. Vancouver Sun writer Michael Kane, in a March 2004 article, calls her a "poster girl for penny pinchers." Susan travels every year, and is also "saving" her way to early retirement.
1:00 – 2:30 (1.5 hour sessions)
19. UniverCity Walking Tour, Dale Mikkelson
This walking tour showcases the high level of urban design and environmental performance standards of UniverCity, the new business and residential community at SFU.
Dale Mikkelsen, Manager, Planning and Sustainability, SFU Community Trust is charged with raising the bar of sustainable community planning to ensure UniverCity remains on the leading edge of energy efficiency, material conservation, healthy environments and community building.
Prior to working for the SFU Community Trust, Mikkelsen was the lead project planner for the City of Vancouver’s 2010 Athlete’s Village. He also acted as the City’s Green Building Planner.
Mikkelsen has a graduate degree in Landscape Architecture from the University of British Columbia.
20. UniverCity Walking Tour, Dion Doepker
Walking Tour showcasing the high level of urban design and environmental performance standards of UniverCity, the new business and residential community at SFU.
Dion Doepker worked for 2 ½ years at the City of Surrey as a Project Manager and subsequently coordinated development in the Grandview Heights NCP ˆ Morgan Heights. He has a background in hydrology/hydraulics and water and wastewater engineering with specific focus given to Rainwater/Stormwater Management.
Dion has a Bachelors Degree from the University of Calgary and a Science Diploma and Certificate in Applied Science from a British Columbia institution.
21. Jessie Girard's Walking Tour to Burnaby Mountain Conservation Area
The walking tour includes: majestic totem poles honouring the community’s proud native heritage and that of Burnaby’s sister city, Kushiro in Japan. The Kamui Mintara (Playground of the Gods) Sculptures were carved by Japenese sculptors, Nuburi Toko and son Shusei. You’ll also see a pair of Tancho crane Eco-sculptures. The cranes are made completely of plants -- 17,000 plants in three different varieties. As well, you’ll walk past the Rose Garden and acclaimed Horizons Restaurant. Wear walking shoes and dress for the weather
Jessie has worked in the fitness industry for 25 years including 20 years at SFU. She is currently SFU's Fitness Coordinator and manages SFU's 12,000 sq. ft. Fitness Centre. She loves to work with students teaching aerobics and weight training; and firmly believes all women need to weight train. Being the mother of three adult boys facilitated her to learn hands on skills to supervise a weight room.
Jessie participates in skiing, hiking, walking and some jogging. She has been on numerous bicycling holidays in many parts of BC, as well as Spain and Vietnam.
22. Campus Tour with Student Volunteers
The student tour will introduce participants to Architect Arthur Erickson’s prize-winning design. The mountain is incorporated into the campus itself and the buildings are terraced to take advantage of the contours of the landscape.
Participants will view the entire campus: Maggie Benston Student Services Centre, the Convocation Mall, the Academic Quadrangle, the Cornerstone Building at UniverCity, the W.A.C. Bennett Library, the West Mall Complex, the newly upgraded Gym, and the Residences including The Simon Hotel. Wear walking shoes and dress for the weather.
23. Career Management: A Lifelong Adventure, Deirdre Pickerell
Effective career management is more than deciding on a career for life. It is a dual process of looking at your current job, organization, and the labour market while also reflecting on your developing interests, skills, values, personal style, and lifestyle considerations. It is developing personal and professional goals and identifying what employment opportunities will help you achieve those goals. It is also about finding work that you can engage in and get excited about, and that accommodates all of your other life roles.
This workshop will provide an opportunity for you to reflect on your career, consider what’s working and what’s not, and then outline steps that facilitate managing your career throughout your lifetime.
To download the presentation notes, click here: Career Management: A Lifelong Adventure
Deirdre Pickerell, MEd, CHRP, GCDF has close to 15 years experience as an educator, manager, and career management professional. She has made significant differences within the field of career development –– locally, nationally, and internationally – through innovative program design, leading-edge education for career practitioners, inspiring facilitation and career coaching, and selfless leadership and mentoring throughout the sector. In recognition of her work, Deirdre was honoured with a 2006 Award of Excellence; presented by the BC Human Resources Management Association. This award is granted to HR veterans who have made a significant contribution to their organization/clients through leadership development and innovative program design.
24. Bullying: It's Not Just For Kids, Kathleen Page
This workshop will explore bullying as the leading form of harassment in the workplace and one where the target generally has no protection under the law (unless you happen to live in Quebec). Included in this workshop will be some of the latest academic research on the physical and psychological effects of this abuse in addition to a discussion of the recurring themes that emerge from the narratives of bullying victims. Finally, we will collaboratively address what is helpful or harmful for those who are living the nightmare of workplace bullying.
As a counselor in a non-profit agency, personal and professional life events eventually led Kathleen Page back to school to pursue her PhD. in psychology. A passionate interest in workplace bullying made it the natural choice for her dissertation topic. During her research, she discovered the Workplace Bullying Institute (WBI) located in her hometown of Bellingham, Washington. WBI, as the leading proponent of anti-bullying legislation and policy in North America, was the perfect venue for her to gain greater understanding of the issue and work directly with those who had suffered at the hands of bullies. Kathleen spent the next two years with WBI, hearing the stories of hundreds of targets of bullying, validating their experience, and coaching them towards healing. This led her to a greater understanding of the magnitude of this problem. Today, as she complete her dissertation, she continues to speak to groups about workplace bullying in addition to working as a citizen advocate for legislative changes to protect employees from this form of abuse.
25. My Life is Supposed to be Fun!, Lee Chamberland
If you’ve been thinking, “Where is all the fun?”, this dynamic workshop is for you! Believe it or not, most adults need to be reminded to take time out for fun. Call it fun, pleasure, goofing around, amusement or play, life feels so much better with it; doing things just for the sake of our own enjoyment recharges and rejuvenates us at the deepest level.
You’ll be inspired, renewed and refreshed as you apply “The Wheel of Life,” watch a brilliant short film, and re-experience this essential element of healthy and happy living.
Lee Chamberland is the founder of Power of Wellness Services. Lee is also a Holistic Health Specialist, Wellness Coach, consultant and speaker, and is well known and appreciated for her inspirational coaching and speaking style. Lee has a Master of Science degree with advanced training in health promotion, and mind/body/spirit medicine. Lee is also an avid life-long learner.
2:50 – 4:20 (1.5 hour sessions)
26. Unleashing Your Brain's Potential, Bob Aitken
The brain is different from other organs of the body. Many organs wear out with repeated and sustained use, however, the brain actually thrives on challenge. Use it or lose it is something that all brain researchers believe is true. In this workshop we will look at 20 or more strategies that we can use to improve our brainpower and keep our brains functioning very well for the rest of our lives. They are practical techniques that all of us can use to exercise our brains. You can also pass on these ideas to your friends and family.
Bob Aitken is with the Centre for Instructional Development at Vancouver Community College. He teaches in the Provincial Instructor Diploma Program and the Diploma in Adult Education Program offered by Vancouver Community College. He has a MEd in Curriculum and Instruction. He travels extensively working with faculty in colleges and schools, leaders in corporations, government and non-profit organizations to help them realize the value of brain research to teaching, working, leading and living.
27. Strong Woman, Strong Leader, Harriet Chicoine
Down through the ages women have held positions of power as matriarchs, elders and warriors. Now we face a different challenge in assuming roles long held by men. How are we doing? Do we maintain our strength in this transition or is something lost in translation when taking on these roles?
This is an interactive workshop that will look at the dynamic of leadership roles for women and how we can employ the same techniques when adapting to male leadership models.
Harriet Chicoine has over 15 years of post secondary experience from Office of The Registrar to Advisor to Coordinator of Admissions (UCFV) to Co-operative Education Coordinator. Her leadership roles include, peer mentor, staff supervisor (SFU and UCFV), Vice President of Association for Co-operative Education BC/Yukon region, MC for ACE 2007 Whistler conference. Currently she is a key member of the Steering Committee for the World Association for Co-operative Education 2009 Vancouver Conference. Additionally, she has been chair of the Student of the Year Award Committee, the Nominations and Election Committee, and the SFU Co-op’s Communication Committee.
28. The Politics of Your Dinner Plate, Herb Barbolet
Our current food system is not sustainable. Many of us dine without much thought for the average 1500 mile journey our food has taken before it arrives on the dinner plate. In this interactive session, Herb Barbolet will outline problems with the current food system and will engage participants in discussion of how we can provide ourselves with safe, healthy, nutritious food that is produced, processed, distributed, consumed and recycled in a way that is good for people and the planet.
Since 2003 Herb Barbolet has been an Associate with the Centre for Sustainable Community Development at SFU. He has a B.A. in Urbanism, a Master’s in Community Development, and doctoral studies in Community Development and later in Community Planning and Political Economy. Herb consulted on the establishment of the Vancouver Food Policy Council and has been a member since its inception. He was the founder and former executive director of FarmFolk/CityFolk. Herb appears regularly on CBC radio Almanac’s Food Panel, and in all media. He was a founding member of numerous non-profits, including the Cooperative Housing Federation of BC and the BC Association for Regenerative Agriculture.
29. Crucibles of Character: Leadership and Ethics at Work, Kathleen Burke
The workplace is a context which tests our mettle and exposes contradictions between whom we are and the person we aim to be. Each day in the confluence of interactions and decisions the colours of our character are revealed. This workshop utilizes storytelling, poetry and various exercises to explore the intersection between making a life and a living.
Kathleen Burke is a Lecturer in the Integrated Studies Program at Simon Fraser University. She received her Ph.D. in Criminology from Simon Fraser University in 1999 to supplement her M.A. in Criminal Justice and B.A. in Sociology from Indiana University. She teaches courses on ethics, leadership and decision making and has, for the past seven years, assisted mid career professionals in making themselves known through their work. Kathleen is most passionate about helping others cultivate work that is heartfelt.
30. Acupuncture – Natural Healing...as Soothing as Rain, Wendy Lind
Acupuncture is an ancient form of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) which dates back 6,000 years. It remains as simple and effective today as it was then. In this hands-on workshop, you will learn simple Acupressure and Qi Gong (exercise) which helps in the prevention of illness. Wendy will focus on Balance through the Theory of Yin and Yang and she will work to calm the mind and spirit through the Connectedness of the Theory of Five Elements. You will leave feeling relaxed and ready to face challenges. You will also receive handouts that speak to most western ailments that TCM successfully treats.
Wendy Lind has been a practitioner and participant in the health and wellness industry for over 30 years. After suffering an accumulation of sports injuries over the years, Wendy could no longer run or ski. She discovered the benefits of Traditional Chinese Medicine(TCM) and Acupuncture, first hand. A series of treatments changed her entire outlook on health and gave her back the ability to enjoy an active lifestyle once again. It also set her on a new path in life. Wendy graduated from the Oshio College of Herbology and Acupuncture in Victoria, BC in 2005 after completing an intensive four year training program. She has pursued additional specialties in acupuncture from the MeiZen Acupuncture System in Colorado and with Mary Elizabeth Wakefield one of the world's leading proponents of facial renewal techniques. Wendy’s specialized training includes infertility treatments, cosmetic acupuncture, weight loss, and immune system disorders.
31. Yoga, Elayne Anderson
Yoga is an ancient philosophy. Yoga means to join or unite, bringing your body and mind together. As we age we lose balance, strength and flexibility. Yoga can help to regain all that and more. Yoga has a profound effect on your body mind connection. If you are flexible in your body you are flexible in your mind as well. Come bend your body and stretch your mind.
After working in an office setting for over 20 years Elayne Anderson now teaches Yoga for a living. She has been practicing Yoga for over 10 years and teaching Yoga nearly as long. Elayne trained for two years with Sandra Sammartino’s, completing Yoga Teacher Training. She has completed two years training in Yamuna Body Logic, which is working one-on-one with people. Elayne is a Yoga Teacher Trainer. She brings her sense of humour to her classes. When you can’t do something – just laugh and see how easy it is.
32. Caregiving: An Emotional Journey, Jan Spilman
Caring for an ill, frail or disabled loved one can be a rich source of growth and fulfillment, but it can also bring exhaustion and profound feelings of anger, guilt, or sadness. Jan examines normal expressions of stress and grief and explores ways to ease the pressures associated with caregiving.
Jan Spilman, RN, MEd is a registered clinical counselor in private practice who specializes in caregiver support.
33. Professional and Creative Materials for Meetings and Events, Donna Woo and Sally McKinstry
In this session you will discover unique ways to prepare professional and creative materials for meetings, workshops or departmental events. Donna and Sally will share fabulous ideas on how to make distinctive labels, one-of-a-kind presentation packages, and unique meeting or workshop materials that will engage your attendees. Your make-and-take projects will include a double-pocket folder, cellophane bags and much more.
Donna Woo has been an administrative assistant at BCIT for many years. She has currently taken on a temporary position of Assistant to the Vice President of Education and Vice President of Student Services. Previously, Donna was Administrative Coordinator in the Dean’s Office, Learning and Teaching Centre. Throughout years of experience, she has gained many professional and creative ideas working for the Dean and Instructional Development Consultants.
Sally McKinstry is the Administrative Assistant to the Associate Dean in the Learning and Teaching Centre at BCIT. Prior to working at BCIT, Sally owned her own craft store and offered classes in a variety of different mediums including gift wrapping and card making.
34. Aboriginal Perspective – Raising Our Children to be Healthy Leaders – What We've Learned from our Experiences, Wally Rupert
A people ravaged by residential schools, the 60's Scoop and ultimately, 130+ years of the Indian Act, Aboriginal peoples are emerging with a renewed purpose that grows out of our shared legacy as Canadian peoples. Gain a new perspective of the journey First Nations and Aboriginal peoples have been experiencing, and where the path will take us.
Wally Rupert is currently Transformation Manager with the Vancouver/Coastal Region of the Ministry of Children and Family Development. Seconded to the Ministry from his position as Guardianship Manager for Vancouver Aboriginal Child and Family Services Society, Wally has extensive experience with issues relating to the safety and well-being of Aboriginal children and families. Wally's Ojibway-Cree name is Ogyma Makwa.
35. The DaLouie Code – The Art of Engagement, Sam Louie
Sam Louie utilizes a unique perspective as he wraps his message on communication, team building and enlightenment with entertaining stories and humour. Participants will be guided on a convoluted journey looking at where we came from, how we got here and where we are going. We will look at the elements of engagement, the choices, the importance of attitude, what we need to build a winning team, dealing with stress, and appreciating what we have. Five basic principles of leadership in our business and personal lives will be introduced. You will come away from this talk energized, engaged, informed and inspired.
Sam Louie has been a practising hospital pharmacist for over 34 years and served as Pharmacy Manager at Lions Gate Hospital for nine years until his recent retirement. He has been a certified Front Line trainer for two decades and has precepted a multitude of pharmacy students and residents on rotation. He is currently an adjunct professor at the Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences at UBC and teaches an advanced administration course to post grad PharmD students. Besides being a consultant, he is a motivational speaker. His presentations have been well received by the Canadian Society of Hospital Pharmacists, Health Unit Co-ordinators of BC, Diabetes Educators of BC, BC Cancer Agency, BC Pharmacy Leaders, VCC Pharmacy Technician Program, and the pharmaceutical industry.