Winds of Change Speaker Series brings you Dr Art Hister, tonight 7pm, Ullus
Dr. Art Hister, health analyst and "media doctor", launches the Winds of Change Speaker Series tonight with his free talk, Yes You Can: Easy Steps to Living a Happier, Healthier, Longer Life at 7:00 p.m. at Ull'us Community Complex in Mount Currie. "The speaker series is our commitment to engage community members about wellness throughout … Continue reading Winds of Change Speaker Series brings you Dr Art Hister, tonight 7pm, Ullus
Video: Song and Dance of the Lil’wat
Tomorrow's free talk with Dr Art Hister will be held in the Ullus Community Centre in Mt Currie, and will start with welcome drumming and prayer, giving everyone a chance to sense the power of song and dance, gathering and celebration. Dance your own dance. Everyone has their own dance, also. It's really a way … Continue reading Video: Song and Dance of the Lil’wat
On the Frontlines: Lesley Marple
Today, we introduce therapist Lesley Marple, another of the frontline folks working most directly in our communities in the service of wellness, mental health and drug and alcohol issues. (Check out our previous profiles of Ursula Carus, Sgt Eric Rochette, Lindsay May, Kerrie Palmer and Juanita Jacob.) What is your job title? My official title is Concurrent Disorders Clinician, though … Continue reading On the Frontlines: Lesley Marple
Winds of Change Recognition Awards: Nomination deadline extended to October 21, Noon!
There are a few recognition awards in our communities: the chamber awards, the citizen of the year, the Lil’wat employee awards, even the Pique's Best of Pemberton. As Sheldon Tetreault, Chair of the Winds of Change Steering Committee said recently, None of these specifically recognizes contributions to building healthier, more resilient communities. And resilience might be … Continue reading Winds of Change Recognition Awards: Nomination deadline extended to October 21, Noon!
Event: Lumpy’s Epic, Sunday 10am
It's the last trail run of the season - the annual Lumpy's Epic Run in Pemberton turns 15, and takes place on Sunday, Oct 20, at One Mile Lake. Meet at the beach for registration from 9am. Adult will run Lumpy’s Epic trail, Youth run is new Sea to Sky trail to Nairn … Continue reading Event: Lumpy’s Epic, Sunday 10am
Seasonal Observations: The Hunter’s Moon
Tonight's full moon, (the full moon that follows the autumn equinox) is called, according to the Farmers Almanac, the "Hunter's Moon", or Blood Moon or Sanguine Moon. Chinese lore also describes this moon as the Kindly Moon, reports the Fairbanks Museum and Planetarium, and the Lakota Sioux called it the Moon When Quilling and Beading Were … Continue reading Seasonal Observations: The Hunter’s Moon
Last day to nominate a Wellness Champion!
Today is the last day to nominate a Wellness Champion for a Winds of Change Recognition Award... The award is to recognize people or organizations who contribute to our communities in ways that promote healthy lifestyle options, model healthy, supportive relationships, or build bridges between our cultures and communities. It is not a technical criteria … Continue reading Last day to nominate a Wellness Champion!
Inspiration: Practicing Gratitude
I took my 7 month old baby to Ontario to meet his grandparents and three great-grandparents for Thanksgiving, so I've been thinking a bit about gratitude these past few days... and wondering, what if we repeated the act of giving thanks every day after the turkey hangover has worn off?
Event: Pamela Proctor, Author Visit at the Library
Retired teacher and educational consultant, Pamela Proctor, is the author of 'Honouring the Child: Changing ways of teaching.' She has met with teachers and parents in over 30 communities across BC, sharing her insights about child-centred learning for young children and the need for a change in our education system. She will be giving a … Continue reading Event: Pamela Proctor, Author Visit at the Library
The Wellness Almanac 