Walk or Run in support of the 141,000 Manitobans living with diabetes.
This April, join Diabetes Canada for its annual Lace Up for Diabetes run/walk at Assiniboine Park. The event features something for everyone—10k/5k timed run, 5k/3k run/walk and kids fun run.
Designed for serious runners, families, corporate teams, and individuals that want to come out and have a good time and support someone living with diabetes!
Prizes for top fundraisers • Food and beverage tent for participants • Games and activities for the entire family • Corporate teams encouraged!
Diabetes has reached epidemic proportions in Canada. Currently, more than eleven million Canadians are living with diabetes or prediabetes.
Funds raised by Lace Up for Diabetes will be used for much-needed research, diabetes education, services and advocacy on behalf of the 141,000 Manitoba children and adults living with diabetes.
Thank you for making a difference in the lives of those affected by diabetes.
Dr. Patsula originally developed this course to meet the needs of service organizations, particularly the Federal Government, in their career counselling role.
The assessment interview is a specific process for goal setting, based on collaboration and clarification. During the process, the counselor meets with an individual to formulate a counseling goal. Counselors must collaboratively evaluate the strengths (resources) and challenges (limitations) in order to develop realistic counselling goals. This approach is person-centred and empowers them to take responsibility for the decision-making process while offering them active and respectful listening and professional expertise.
You will learn:
– To help individuals play an ongoing and active role in assessing their difficulties and in finding solutions to resolve them.
– To respond effectively to reluctant and resistant client behaviour.
– To conduct an effective assessment interview by establishing a working alliance with the individual, with a good idea of where they are now, and where they would like to be.
– To develop with the individual a specific plan of action, which is easy to measure, realistic, attainable, along with clear deadlines. Everyone benefits: the individual, the counsellor and the organization.
You should attend if:
1. Need to prepare yourself to enter the career and employment field
2. You are seeking to develop and improve your existing career counselling knowledge and skills.
3. If you are looking for a systematic approach that will give you an effective mental road map to use when assisting an individual on their journey toward career fulfillment.
The Walk for Arthritis is a one day community-based event that raises much needed funds for the more than 6 million Canadians affected by arthritis. The Walk for Arthritis was started in 2009 by small community groups who decided that people living with arthritis needed more support. They realized that if more funds could be raised, they might make a difference to their future.
This year we are excited to be celebrating the 10th anniversary of our annual Walk for Arthritis in over 30 communities across Canada. Since its inception, the Walk for Arthritis has raised over $11 million. Let’s make our 10th anniversary a record breaking year.
On a single day (either Saturday June 1 or Sunday June 2 depending on where you live), people can come out to share the experience of walking 1km or 5km, among family and friends in a festive environment. Hear meaningful stories from people who face this disease every day, and meet the researchers that are really making headway in finding solutions that our investment in research can deliver. Experience the joy of being with inspiring people who actually find walking to be a big challenge because of the pain and limitations of arthritis. But they can move – so can you!
Since then, every June, in more than 30 communities across Canada, thousands of people have started their Saturday or Sunday by choosing to walk with and among people confronted with the pain and limitations of arthritis. And they leave truly inspired.
Join us this year as we celebrate our 10th Walk for Arthritis on June 2nd at Assiniboine Park. The day promises to be joyful, spirited and a day to be remembered.
Route Options: 1Km & 5Km
Sign up to walk and pledge to raise funds to truly make a difference.
The Arthritis Society is proud to have the confidence of donors across the country that allows us to be the largest charitable funder of arthritis research. This means that the funds raised by the Walk for Arthritis make a world of difference to people affected by the disease. And since 1 in 5 people have the disease today, there is a good chance someone you know will benefit from the steps you take.
In under twenty years the prevalence of arthritis will grow by 50%. We have time to stop that trend, but only through investment in research.
This year we are celebrating our 10th Walk for Arthritis – help us make this the best year ever by joining the Walk for Arthritis community!
Save the Date! Our 12th Annual 55+ Housing & Active Lifestyles Expo is on May 29, 2019!
Held at the Victoria Inn Hotel & Convention Centre located at 1808 Wellington Avenue, this expo will provide older Manitobans and their families with a variety of housing options, active lifestyle opportunities, and support services necessary for successful aging. Thank you to our past sponsors and exhibitors who have helped improved the lives of older Manitobans.
Why do we host this expo? We hope …
To help older adults and their families by providing them with information on housing options;
To empower older adults to make informed choices on transitioning from their family home to a new and exciting lifestyle;
To provide information on companies that can ease the process of this transition;
To help older adults maintain their independence by providing information on support services that will enable them to remain in their homes and communities.
Attending this expo, you will be among over 1500 attendee’s, having the opportunity to experience and gain valuable insights from over 110 local exhibitor’s who can assist our 55+ community.
ABOUT A & O
A & O: Support Services for Older Adultsis a not-for-profit organization providing specialized services for older Manitobans across the province. The goal of our programs is to empower and support older adults in the community. We’re dedicated to enhancing the social, emotional, physical, intellectual and spiritual lives of older adults, and promoting activate participation in all aspects of community life.
Donate today to ensure the continued commitment of providing quality programs to our loved ones!
The Arthritis Society – Prairie Region presents the first of a four-part National Symposia Series on Saturday, May 4, 2019. This educational symposium will provide people living across the country access to renowned arthritis experts in the fields of nutrition, physical exercise and medical cannabis.
Register for the live event in Calgary or Winnipeg, the viewing party in Saskatoon or for the webcast presentation. There will be a hosted Question and Answer session following each presentation; in-person and online participants will be able to forward questions. After the shared Webcast, in-person attendees are invited to remain to hear a local inspirational speaker during lunch followed by a live educational speaker presentation in the afternoon.
In-person includes networking with health professionals and service providers through a Resource Fair at the host and satellite sites, followed by lunch and local speakers. Seating for in-person events is limited so register early!
What do you desire to create for your life? Join us at the 5th annual Create Your Life Expo (Westman Wellness Show) to connect you with the many opportunities we have in Westman to make conscious life choices for you and your family to live your best life.
Create Your Life Expo provides you with an excellent opportunity to connect, learn, and experience over 60 exhibitors with products, resources and services, all under one roof at the WMCA in Brandon. With the extensive variety of businesses in attendance, you’ll have many opportunities to experience first hand what Westman has to offer for health, healing and living. There is also a chance for you to relax and listen to speaker’s on a variety of topics. We even have Aida’s Catering on site with lunch options so you can stay for the entire day to see it all!
Experience
We have just over 60 interactive exhibitors and sponsors showcasing their products, their skills, and services that are all here to help you create your life! Many different modalities and products are showcased – what will you discover right in our own community that can help create your future? We are working on some exciting speakers to share knowledge with you, to help you create a life of purpose, health, of being.
Create Your Life Expo uses the entire upper and lower levels of the Western Manitoba Centennial Auditorium including the stage to host speakers. We have hundreds of visitors from the Westman and it’s surrounding communities, attend this interactive one-day event.
We host a wide range of exhibitors-including community resource programs, businesses big and small offering products and services in energy healing, health and nutrition products, gym services, classes, one-on-one healing services, to group therapy services with animals. Anything you can imagine to create your best life is under one roof for you to experience. We have over 60 exhibitors take part in the show each year, and more than half are new each year we host this event.
Interact and Win Big
We have a fun way for you to experience each exhibitor booth, by participating in mini challenges, and have the opportunity to be entered to win our Grand Prize Draw!!
Building on the success and energy of the last 4 years as the Westman Wellness Show, we aspire to be interactive using the “Ahhhmazing Race” idea again. As an attendee, be a part of the “Ahhhmazing” Race by completing small interactive activities at certain booths and work to get your “Ahhhmazing Race” sheet stamped upon completion of the activity. Once you have a full card, you enter to win some amazing prizes!!
We have hosted this event since its inception as the Westman Wellness Show in 2015, and although the name has changed the fun and interactive experiences just keep getting better and better. Robin Chant invites all of you, visitors and exhibitors to experience what Westman has to offer each year in health, wellness and creating your best life. We look forward to seeing you April 27, 2019 as we celebrate our 5th annual Create Your Life Expo.
Faces of Childhood Arthritis is re-imagined for 2019 as a camp-themed evening. Held at the picturesque woodland estate of The Gates on Roblin, this unique event will celebrate the joy of summer camp. From the menu to the entertainment and décor, guests will experience an evening reminiscent of those youthful summer experiences. Guests are invited to wear plaid to participate in the theme of the evening. Children aged 5 and older are welcome.
Reception 5:30 p.m., Dinner 6:30 p.m.
The event will include the opportunity to meet our incredible childhood arthritis ambassadors, who will share their stories. Dr. Kerstin Gerhold, Section Lead-Pediatric Rheumatology, will make a presentation about Childhood Arthritis and its impact on the child and family.
All proceeds from the event will subsidize the expense of running Manitoba’s Childhood Arthritis Camp to keep the children’s registration fee affordable for all families. Camp will be held July 17-21, 2019 at BB Camp in Lake of the Woods for kids aged 7 to 17 with a confirmed arthritis diagnosis.
To date, this event has raised over $90,000 to help children living in Manitoba with Childhood Arthritis (CA) and their families. Over 900 children in Manitoba are currently living with the challenges of CA. It affects more children than any other chronic disease – 3 per 1,000.
Arthritis Society supports and programs, such as Camp, help families cope with this lifelong diagnosis.
Attending camp can be one of the most exciting experiences of summer for children. Unfortunately, children with Childhood Arthritis are often unable to attend more traditional camps, which do not have the facilities, specialized medical staff, or modified activities to accommodate their Arthritis. Our camp will allow campers to not be defined or limited by their disease, but to just be kids.
Visit the event link below to learn more about purchasing tickets, or if you cannot attend, make a donation to directly support camp!
Join Barb Timmer for her weekly practice, ‘Transform Your Energy, Transform Your Life’, every Tuesday from 10:30 – 11:30 am at Nourish Wellness in Comox.
Qi means energy and ‘gong’ means ‘to work with’ so Qigong basically means to work with your own energy. It is thought to be the ‘grandfather’ of practices such as Tai Chi, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Acupuncture and Martial Arts as it goes back thousands of years. Today, Qigong is also considered a science of the body as much research has been done on how it helps to enhance our health and wellness. Many researchers agree that even more research is needed.
Spring Forest Qigong is a newer, modern form of qigong that is very easy to learn but still very effective and can easily fit into our busy daily lives. By using the mind, the breath and the movements, any blockages in our energy are transformed so that our energy ‘flows’ freely thereby helping with better health and vitality and increased focus, peace and calm.
Join other ‘Qi-Transformers’ for a regular morning ‘Stress Break’ as you practice the simple, gentle movements of this meditative practice. You will find that practicing in a group actually magnifies the energy of peace and calm.
Drop-in rate is $12/practice and may be paid at the door. 6-practice cards are available for a special rate of $50. Fore more info, go to www.Co-CreationalSelf-Healing.com.
OVERVIEW:
Join A & O: Support Services for Older Adults on Thursday, March 14, 2019 at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights for AGEISM: AN AWARENESS EVENT: to examine the issue of ageism from legal, medical, and societal perspectives.
Canada’s population is aging and there has been a significant change in the number of older adults. In 2016, older Canadians made up 16.9% of the total population of the country and 15.6% of the Manitoba population. Older adults now outnumber children for the first time. This trend is expected to continue. It is projected that approximately 23 to 25% of the Canadian population will be over the age of 65 years by 2036.
Despite the aging of the population, negative images of later life persist. Ageism or discrimination against individuals based on their age – is widespread and generally accepted. The stereotypical beliefs that give rise to ageism are deeply embedded in our society. Ongoing efforts to address sexism and racism have shown that it is possible to change social norms. It is time to STOP defining people based solely on their age.
DETAILS:
The presentation will be highly engaging and draw on the best available evidence. It will involve creative video vignettes, expert panelists, and an opportunity for a question and answer session. We need to critically examine stereotypical beliefs about later life and take action to address ageism. It is time to say NO to ageism and YES to aging well!
*A wine and cheese reception will follow the formal presentation.
