20th Annual Wellness Show

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Celebrity Cooking Stage | Seminar Stages | Demonstration Stage | Workshops

Tea Talk and Tastings - NEW THIS YEAR!
Tea Talk and Tastings Stage presented in part by

	Bob McCandless Bob McCandless is a Master Herbalist with more than 30 years experience, will talk about Medicinal Teas and their many benefits. Come and join us, sample some teas and receive an informative handout.
	Stephen Wu Stephen Wu is a compassionate tea master & meditator. His mission is to promote the spiritual tea-drinking culture. This culture is about developing one's tranquillity, deep connection to nature and all other beings through the art of mindful tea drinking.

Celebrity Cooking Stage | SHOW SCHEDULE
Celebrate the best of BC with top chefs and cookbook authors focusing on local ingredients.

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Celebrity Cooking Stage presented in part by
Cooking Stage Sponsors

	Ned Bell , Executive Chef His culinary studies began at Canada's prestigious, Dubrulle Culinary School, where instructor Rob Feenie inspired Ned to follow him to Le Crocodile. Flourishing as an apprentice under Feenie and Vancouver culinary legend, Michel Jacob, Ned next moved up as Sous Chef for the opening team of Lumiere, a restaurant that put Vancouver on the global culinary map. A few years later, things turned a 'little bit country' when Ned heeded the call of the west and was soon awarded the "Best Overall and Rising Star Award" from WHERE magazine after opening Murrieta's Grill in Calgary. In 2007, Ned fulfilled a dream and returned to his Okanagan roots to become co-owner and chef at the Kelowna lakeside favourite, Cabana Bar and Grille where he was soon ranked one of Western Living magazine's "Top 40 Foodie's Under 40."
	Chris Bisaro , Executive Chef Executive Chef Chris Bisaro grew up in East Vancouver in a restaurant family where he was working in and around the kitchen as early as eleven years old. Chris came to Brix as the sous chef in early 2007 where he distinguished himself to the point he was promoted to his first executive chef position in April 2010.
	Todd Bright, Executive Chef Todd began his career at age 17 in Australia as an apprentice at Ming Jade Restaurant under Cantonese chef Kevin Lowe. His valuable experience overseas led to a position at Vinos the largest fine dining and multi award winning restaurant in Queensland, Australia. In the winter of 2010 he was chosen to compete in the Vancouver Chinese Chef of the Year competition, where he showcased his approach on modern Chinese cuisine. Currently he is opening the second location of Wild Rice in New Westminster as Chef/Partner.
	Antonio Cerullo, Executive Chef In his early 20s Antonio moved to Canada and experienced working under an interesting array of mentors at many top-notch kitchens throughout BC and Alberta. With the turn of the century Antonio returned to Lake Como where we opened a unique restaurant called La Cucina della Marianna, where fresh and local ingredients were a must. Antonio enthusiastically joined the Choices team in 2005 and has since proudly taken the reigns of Choices Kitchen as the company’s Executive Chef.
	Sue Duncan Sue Duncan grew up in Calgary, eating and cooking with Julie Van Rosendaal at every opportunity. She has been a flight instructor and an airline dispatcher, but now lives at Silver Star Mountain in the Okanagan Valley in British Columbia. She does some catering, but mainly cooks for family and friends.
	Robert Erickson, Executive Chef A graduate of Pierre Dubrulle Culinary Academy, Chef Rob Erickson led the team as head chef at the world renowned Wild Rice Restaurant, prior to co-owning & being executive chef of Central Bistro. His varied career included heading the kitchen at Langara Fishing Lodge and in the off-season, he taught western-style cooking classes to Chinese students in Taiwan; he still holds his position as the private chef on the Spirit of Two Thousand and Ten a fifteen million dollar yacht.
	Kate Gajdosik Joining us for her fifth year as MC on the Celebrity Cooking Stage is Kate Gajdosik who is thrilled to be back for another exciting, informative, delicious and nutritious taste-testing weekend at the Vancouver Wellness Show! Kate spent 17 years in Vancouver working in film, television, and radio. She was a reporter for several Vancouver television and radio stations including Global BC, AM 730, CKNW, and Talk 1410AM where she co-hosted the afternoon drive show. She also filled multiple roles at CTV BC including airborne helicopter reporter, news anchor, and weekend weather anchor, but in the fall of 2011, Kate left Vancouver to join Global TV in her hometown of Winnipeg where she is the Weather Specialist on the Evening News at 6pm, Prime News at 10pm, and News Final at 11pm. Kate is not only an anchor and reporter in real life but has portrayed those roles in several feature films including “The Big Year”, “Tron: Legacy”, “The Doomsday Prophecy”, “Call Me Mrs. Miracle”, and television series “The Killing”, “Hellcats”, and “Psych”. In her off time, she enjoys running, travel, movies, and photography, and her guilty pleasures include exquisite cuisine, dark chocolate, and fantastic wine!
	Tobias Grignon, Chef Chef Tobias' professional career started as 2nd cook at the Delta Vancouver Suites, from there the young chef moved up the 'kitchen brigade' and honed his skills in the kitchens of the Fairmont Waterfront Hotel and the Fairmont Empress Hotel in Victoria. In 2005, Vancouver's elegant boutique hotel, The Wedgewood, lured him back to Vancouver where he became Sous Chef for the hotel's award-winning Bacchus Restaurant. "I've finally found the perfect chef for Pastis." With those words Bistro Pastis proprietor John Blakeley proudly introduced a group of media to Chef Tobias in the spring of 2011. "This man knows how to cook french food the way it should be cooked. He's an artist." For someone with the last name 'Grignon' I felt I had finally found home"
	Kris Kabush, Executive Chef Kris' passion for cooking began in his high school's culinary arts program. Kris has worked at Lumiere, Ciopinno's and The Four Seasons. In 2008, he joined Hart House as Sous Chef and has been Executive Chef since 2010.
	Chanaka Kurera Arayuma cofounder Chanaka Kurera specializes in cooking healthy meals inspired by the cuisine of his native Sri Lanka and the principles of Ayurvedic cooking. By using a carefully selected array of organic spices, Chanaka brings not only flavour but also numerous health benefits to his culinary creations. Cooking with Chanaka is an exciting taste adventure not to be missed.
	Sasha Liang Sasha Liang is a Living Foods Chef and Wellness Coach. As a former dancer working with such world famous artists as Gregory Hines, she has extensive experience in nutrition related to sports, sports injuries and eating for optimal health and performance. Sasha is currently incorporating her knowledge in Herbalism, plant based diet and the methods of Dr. Gabriel Cousins to aid stage two diabetics in reversing their diagnosis.
	Dr. Rhonda Low Dr. Rhonda Low hosts Your Health daily on CTV News, providing information current to today’s health issues. She also writes the Your Health column found weekly in TV Week magazine. She is a Clinical Associate Professor in the Department of Family & Community Medicine at the UBC. Dr. Low was born and raised in Vancouver and practices family medicine full-time in Vancouver. Dr. Low received her Bachelors of Science degree with Honours in Cell Biology from UBC and is a graduate of UBC Medical School.
	Jennifer Peters, Chef de Cuisine Chef Jennifer Peters grew up in the Fraser Valley Region of British Columbia. Her professional career began at ‘Le Belle Auberge’, apprenticing under local great Bruno Marti. Seeking to expand her knowledge, she traveled to the UK, completing cooking stints at ‘Mosimann’s Private Dining Room’ and Sir Terrence Conran’s ‘Almeida’. She further honed her skills at ‘Diva at the Met’ and ‘The Pear Tree’ under the tutelage of Chefs’ Chris Mills and Scott Jaeger.
	Pino Posteraro, Executive Chef Giuseppe (Pino) Posteraro was born in Lago, Italy March 22, 1964. After beginning training as a medical student, Pino changed track and decided to come to Canada to work for his brother in his restaurant. Pino later returned to Europe to study with Armando Zanetti, who became his mentor. In 1999, he opened Cioppino’s Mediterranean Grill in Yaletown in September of that year, providing Vancouver with an outstanding Italian-Mediterranean restaurant which has gained many awards for its food and wine. Year after year, it is classed as one of Vancouver’s top fine dining restaurants.
	Romy Prasad, Chef Having studied in both Canada and Europe, Chef Romy's work experience has taken him from Michelin-starred restaurants in Italy, France and Spain to New York and ultimately, Vancouver - where Prasad joined the well known Umberto Menghi group of restaurants as Executive Chef at CinCin for 8 years, winning numerous prestigious awards including two-time Silver Spoon recipient. In 2009, Prasad joined Federico's Supper Club as Executive Chef where he continues to earn recognition as one of Vancouver's top Chefs, placing Federico's Supper Club as Vancouver's Best Italian Restaurant on Opentable's 'Diner's Choice list. Simple, fresh ingredients are key in his signature style.
	Grace - Siriwan Rerksuttisiridach Chef Siriwan Rerksuttisiridach or more commonly know as Grace, Bangkok born and raised, apprenticed under Penpan Sittitrai, teacher of Royal Thai Chefs for the Royal family of Thailand. After moving to Vancouver, she worked in several local Thai restaurants before launching Simply Thai.
	Hidekazu Tojo, Chef Hidekazu Tojo was born in Japan. As a young man, he traveled to Osaka to apprentice at Ohnoya, famed Ryotei or classic Japanese fine dining. In 1988 he opened Tojo’s Restaurant and in 2007 moved to the current location. Tojo ventured to North America in 1971 and chose Vancouver as the perfect place to further develop his craft. Tojo is the inventor of the California Roll and BC Roll which are well known even in Japan.
	Julie Van Rosendaal Julie Van Rosendaal is a the author of the best-selling cookbooks One Smart Cookie, Starting Out and Grazing, and co-author of the newly released Spilling the Beans (Whitecap). She is the food editor of Parents Canada magazine and a freelance writer, contributing regularly to local, national and international publications. She is the food and nutrition columnist on the Calgary Eyeopener on CBC Radio One, co-host of It's Just Food on the OWN television network, and a contributor to the online food show Good Bite (www.goodbite.com). She's a columnist for The Family Kitchen on Babble.com, and writes and is the photographer for her award-winning food blog, DinnerwithJulie.com, which documents real life in her home kitchen in Calgary, Alberta with her husband, Mike, and 6 year old son, Willem.

Seminar Stages | SHOW SCHEDULE
Attend some of our cutting-edge presentations by authoritative sources on today's most pressing health and wellness issues. Be entertained with high energy and education information reflecting the interests in good health, nutrition, physical and emotional well-being.

Living Well

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Living Well Stage presented in part by
Living Well Stage Sponsors

	Michael D`Alton Dublin born Bio-Energy Trainer Michael D’Alton has practiced and taught the art of Bio-Energy Healing for over 17 years. As a leader in the field of Energy Medicine, Michael has worked extensively in Ireland, the UK and now Canada and his accomplishments include being featured on the television shows ‘Remedy Me!’(W Network) and ‘First Talk’ (Joy TV).
	Lorne Cardinal Lorne Cardinal is an Actor/Director well known for his role as Sgt. Davis Quinton on Bio CTV's Corner Gas.
	Carole Friesen Carole Friesen is North America’s leading expert in personal transformation. As a sought after keynote speaker and an award winning teacher with a Diploma in Psychosomatic Therapy, Carole is in the business of empowerment. Through self awareness she shares how to peel back the emotional layers of cellular memory and discover that true power is within.
	Sam Graci Sam Graci is an internationally renowned lecturer, consultant, researcher and formulator in the field of optimal human health and nutrition.
	Niv Harris Niv brings over 20 years of experience in teaching and training, mentoring, and coaching based on leading edge cognitive and psychological theory. As a professional speaker she specializes in applications of psychological theories of personality type to business relationships and interpersonal communication.
	Mike Howard A 15 year veteran of the fitness industry, Mike found his passion in helping reclaim a physical culture in the youth population. A coach, personal trainer and author, Mike runs both youth and adult fitness programs in the Vancouver area working with young people of all abilities from special needs to athletes.
	Monique Hurteau Monique Hurteau is a stand-up comedian, personal trainer with a Masters in Business Administration and contributions to Chatelaine & IDEA Fitness Journal.
	Ted Kuntz Ted Kuntz is a psychotherapist, author and community activist. Ted is recognized for his work in assisting individuals, families, organizations and corporations manage the challenges, opportunities and stresses of life more peacefully and joyfully. Much of the wisdom that Ted shares in his work came from his journey as the father of a child with severe disabilities. His best selling book, "Peace Begins with Me" is a summary of his journey to make peace with life.
	Dr. John Matsen, ND In over 28 years of practice, Dr. Jonn Matsen has seen more than 40,000 patients and is the author of best selling books "Eating Alive." His unique Eating Alive Program is designed to get the digestive, immune, and lymph systems working properly and has led to the reversal of many illnesses considered to be incurable by the medical community. www.eatingalive.com
	Hermann Mü̈ller Hermann Müller is the world leader in the field of Psychosomatic Therapy. He transforms our understanding of health through studying the psychosomatic messages of the BodyMind. Quantum physicists are proving this mind-body connection to be the emerging health science of this millennium.
	Desiree Nielson, RD Desiree Nielson BSc, RD is one of the Choices Markets Dietitians. Desiree is a sought after speaker on a variety of topics, including sustainable nutrition and anti-inflammatory eating and has appeared regularly in local and national media, including appearances on CTV Your Health, CBC Radio and Glow Magazine.
	André Noël Potvin, MSc, CES, CSCS, BCRPA-TFL André Noël Potvin is an internationally accredited author, fitness educator and medical exercise specialist with 27 years of leadership experience and clinical experience. Owner and operator of both a medical fitness clinic and school for fitness professionals.
	Amy Rice, B.A., B.Ed Amy Rice is a Choose Again Counselor who has spent extensive time working at the Choose Again Centre in Costa Rica. An exceptionally skilled communicator, Amy has many years experience as a teacher of Choose Again's internationally renowned "Six Steps to Freedom". Diederik Wolsak is the founder and Program Director of the Choose Again Society (www.chooseagain. com).
	Angela Sealy Angela Sealy is the coordinator of the Active Choices Program at the University of Victoria (Ladner Research Centre). Angela is an experienced facilitator and a graduate of the University of Victoria. Angela truly believes that Living Active is Living Well.
	Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha Dr. and Master Zhi Gang Sha is a soul leader, world-renowned healer, and New York Times best-selling author of the Soul Power Series, including Tao Song and Tao Dance. Trained as a conventional medical doctor, doctor of traditional Chinese medicine, a grandmaster of the ancient Eastern disciplines and the 4,300-year-old Taoist lineage holder, Master Sha teaches you soul wisdom, knowledge and practical techniques to heal yourself and others.
	Johanna Ward Johanna Ward, host of Shaw TV’s lifestyle show The Express, is known for her enthusiasm around all things fitness, food, and feel-good! A proud west coaster, she’s committed to both living and promoting healthy lifestyles, on camera & off. Johanna’s been teaching dance-fitness classes for 13+ years. You can find her most nights at the YWCA in Vancouver. She ran/walk/danced the Reykjavik half-marathon with Team Diabetes in August 2011, and is currently training properly for the Sun Run and blogging about it for the Vancouver Sun. Her next big adventure will take her to El Salvador this spring, volunteering with Habitat for Humanity (and attempting to stand up on a surfboard)!
	Heather White Heather White is an Entrepreneurial Advisor and Personal Coach helping clients strike that sweet spot between grounded self-care and accelerated profitability - she believes booming growth should be blissful.
	Diederik Wolsak, RPC, MPCP As a registered therapist and counselor, Diederik has spent the last fifteen years offering a holistic and non-pharmaceutical methodology to help people overcome the obstacles that often prevent a person from finding true happiness. Above all else, what sets Diederik apart is his incredible passion and commitment to helping and inspiring people to...Choose Again.

Women & Wellness

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Women in Wellness Seminar Series presented in part by
Women in Wellness Sponsors

	Dr. Divi Chandna, MD Dr. Divi Chandna, MD, CCFP is a family doctor. She has been practicing Western Medicine since 1993. She is a Certified Mind, Body Instructor, Certified Medical Intuitive and a Yoga Teacher. She believes that true healing is a balanced approach through mind, body and spirit.
	Michael D'Alton Dublin born Bio-Energy Trainer Michael D’Alton has practiced and taught the art of Bio-Energy Healing for over 17 years. As a leader in the field of Energy Medicine, Michael has worked extensively in Ireland, the UK and now Canada and his accomplishments include being featured on the television shows ‘Remedy Me!’(W Network) and ‘First Talk’ (Joy TV).
	Dr. Miranda Demierre, BSc, ND Dr. Miranda Demierre, BSc, ND, is a Vancouver-based Naturopathic Doctor and graduate of the Boucher Institute in New Westminster. She has nearly 20 years experience in the Natural Health industry. She is passionate about empowering her patients to improve their health through food, and uses whole food nutrition as a cornerstone of her medical practice.
	Georgina Durcan Georgie Durcan is an internationally renowned and highly experienced intuitive healer, reiki master and wellness coach. She is also a fully qualified and certified nutritional therapist, massage therapist, exercise and health coach and counselor. She works with clients around the world guiding them to find their true self, their true path in life and their own self-healing capabilities. Learn alternate methods for healing depression and anxiety. This talk focuses on mind-body-spirit and learning tools to heal your life.
	Cathi Graham Cathi Graham, founder of OxyLift and the Fresh Start Program, released 186 lbs leaving her with saggy skin- she found OxyLift and used it to Lift, Tone and Smoothe her skin. Cathi is a best selling author and has appeared on television shows, magazines, radio shows and was on The Shopping Channel for 7 years.
	Curb Ivanic, MS, CSCS, PES Curb Ivanic is a running coach and Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist who holds a Masters degree in Exercise Science. In addition to training hundreds of runners and triathletes over the past 11 years Curb is an experienced runner himself having completed over a dozen ultramarathons including two top 15 finishes at the Knee Knacker and Diez Vista 50K races. He lives in Vancouver and enjoys spending time with his family when he's not running.
	Nelie Johnson, MD With over 30 years experience as a family physician and over 15 years developing a health and healing practice, Dr. Johnson has expertise in understanding the emotional and mental factors in disease, from colds to cancer.
	Dr. Katie Leah Dr. Katie Leah is a licensed Naturopathic Physician at Integrative Healing Arts in Vancouver, BC. She is skilled in a wide variety of Naturopathic treatments and therapies to help patients address their individual health concerns. In addition to her family practice, Dr. Leah also performs cosmetic treatments in Vancouver’s only naturopathic spa.
	Brian Martin, BSc., ND Dr. Brian Martin BSc ND is a diplomat in anti-aging specializing in the safe use of bio-identical hormones and metabolic weight loss for almost 20 years. Dr. Martin owns EnerChanges and Rapid Metabolic Weight loss Clinic and has helped thousands of patients improve their energy, lose stubborn weight and increase their overall health and happiness.
	Bev Maya, B.Sc. (Hon) Back in university, Bev earned a reputation as a tenacious inquisitive driven to understand nature through science. Today, as a Medical Herbalist and international speaker, Bev focuses on demystifying menopause.
	Karen McCoy Karen McCoy is a TV fitness personality, trainer, athlete, sports nutritionist, motivational speaker, author, business owner and mother. Karen has sweated it out in gyms for 30 years, winning bodybuilding shows in Alberta and BC.
	Pamela McDonald Pamela McDonald is a leading integrative medicine nurse practitioner, author and international speaker who has focused her work on the prevention of chronic illness, especially heart and Alzheimer's disease. Pamela has used her advanced specialty training to develop the diet based on the APO E gene.
	RoseMarie Pierce, B.Sc. Pharm. - Canada's First Holistic Pharmacist RoseMarie Pierce earned her degree in Pharmacy from Dalhousie University in 1972. After extensive studies in herbal and nutritional medicine, RoseMarie integrated these disciplinary practices with her pharmacy education to become Canada's first Holistic Pharmacist. She creates "natural prescriptions" and is recognized as one of Canada's foremost integrated health spokespeople..
	Gilly Thomas, D. Phyt., MNIMH, AHG Gilly Thomas is a healer and teacher. She presents internationally and enjoys inspiring people to engage in their own healing through knowledge and understanding. She employs both intellectual and experiential styles so you "get it from the outside in and the inside out".
	Lorna Vanderhaeghe, BSc., ND Lorna Vanderhaeghe, MS, is Canada’s leading women’s health expert. With degrees in nutrition and biochemistry, she is the author of eleven books including A Smart Woman's Guide to Hormones and A Smart Woman's Guide to Weight Loss. Visit her website - www.hormonehelp.com to sign up for her monthly newsletter.

Demonstration Stage | SHOW SCHEDULE
At the demonstration stage take classes in various forms of yoga, pilates, meditation, Twist & Glide and pole walking. We encourage you to bring your own mat.

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Demonstration Stage presented in part by

	Laurian Lapadatu - TACTIX Manager Certifications/Experience Experience in teaching combat tactics to law enforcement and military Studied martial arts since 1986 5th Degree Black Belt Karate Shotokan 4th Degree Black Belt CMA 2nd Degree Black Belt Karate Kyokushinkai 2nd Degree Black Belt Taekwon-Do I.T.F Brown Belt Judo Purple Belt Jiu-Jitsu Krav Maga International Certified Instructor in several Krav Maga federations Certified Crossfit Instructor Certified Personal Trainer Certified International Martial Arts Instructor
	Kim Matthews As she says, I’m not really a 'sporty girl’, but Speedminton gives me great confidence, makes me feel like a super-star.
	As-Sayed Nurjan MirAhmadi As-Sayed Nurjan MirAhmadi is a world-renowned Sufi mystic and author whose wisdom and wonderful sense of humor masterfully conveys the sweetness of traditional spirituality. His teachings include meditative practices designed to open the heart and provide therapy to the body, mind, and soul.
	Kala Raymond Kala Raymond, director of Whispering Falls Pilates and co founder of Balanced Wellness Retreats, has an unstoppable passion for health and wellness. As a certified Method Pilates instructor, dedicated mom of 2, devoted wife and world traveler, she is determined to engage the minds of others to a live a more balanced life. Kala has an extensive background in dance, with over 20 years of training behind her. After having 2 children, she set out on a quest to rebuild strength from within the body. Astounded with the way Pilates restored balance and eliminated pain, she became an immediate enthusiast. The power of Pilates, paired with her fierce dedication to reconnect people to their bodies and life choices, Kala aspires to show clients their own infinite potential, balancing the body with strength from the inside out- Living your best life by being true to yourself and your body.
	Sheri Simson - aka The Pole Lady An entrepreneur & business woman Sheri shares how she discovered the European Fitness Secret of Pole Walking & lost almost 40 lbs.
	Murray Sogen - Head Instructor, Kickboxing Certifications/Experience West Coast Promotions Amateur MMA lightweight champion 2004 Tiger Balm Internationals Canada – 1 time Gold (Pankration) 13 years MMA experience Professional Fighters Coached Security training (B.S.T.1, B.S.T.2) Certified Personal Trainer

Workshops | SHOW SCHEDULE

Workshops presented by leaders in their fields highlighting topics such as communication, personal growth and overall well-being.
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	Jenett Ashley Jenett studied Pranic Healing with the founder, Master Choa Kok Sui. Her first classes began in 1993 as she transitioned from a life as a musician to that of counselor and energy healer. Jenett is the designated Senior Teacher in Vancouver, and is busy with personal healing clients, students, and the public healing clinic which is run by the Vancouver Pranic Healing organization.
	Casper Blackwell Sixteen years ago Casper Blackwell switched career paths from high-tech to the healing arts. An Associate Pranic Healer, he is the founder of Conscious Bliss Life Enhancement Services, co-founder of Integrated Energetics with Devina Singh.
	Dr. John Baumann, MD Dr. Baumann, an MD from Duke University of Medicine and with a specialty in Internal Medicine from University of Texas, has a very rich history. He has been a practicing Medical Doctor actively involved with innovative, successful patient care in hospitals and wellness clinics, an authority in natural medicines, as well as teaching and consulting for more than 30 years. Two of his claims to fame include his service as a Sports Medicine expert working with athletes: As the Medical Consultant to the San Francisco 49ers, and the prestigious position as Chief Medical Officer for the Santa Barbara, CA Olympic Village during the 1984 Olympics.
	Dr. Divi Chandna, MD Dr. Divi Chandna, MD, CCFP is a family doctor. She has been practicing Western Medicine since 1993. She is a Certified Mind, Body Instructor, Certified Medical Intuitive and a Yoga Teacher. She believes that true healing is a balanced approach through mind, body and spirit.
	Amchi Kunga Chodak Amchi Kunga Chodak, experienced practitioner of traditional Tibetan medicine, comes from a long and well respected lineage of amchis originating in Kham, the Eastern region of Tibet. (Amchi: the Tibetan word for doctor) His extensive knowledge and training passed down from generation to generation, combined with his intense studies at the monastery, has earned him recognition with the Central Council of Tibetan Medicine.
	Michael D'Alton Dublin born Bio-Energy Trainer Michael D’Alton has practiced and taught the art of Bio-Energy Healing for over 17 years. As a leader in the field of Energy Medicine, Michael has worked extensively in Ireland, the UK and now Canada and his accomplishments include being featured on the television shows ‘Remedy Me!’(W Network) and ‘First Talk’ (Joy TV).
	Diana Holland Diana Holland is a local College Instructor, Canadian correspondent for Share International magazine and a long-term Transmission Meditation practitioner.
	Jean-Pierre LeBlanc As the co-founder of Saje, and a personal wellness coach, my goal is to provide consumers with products that are made only with pure, natural ingredients. By using Essential Oils as the active component in all Saje formulations, we have been able to "bottle" the powerful healing elements found in Mother Nature.
	André Noël Potvin, MSc, CES, CSCS, BCRPA-TFL André Noël Potvin is an internationally accredited author, fitness educator and medical exercise specialist with 27 years of leadership experience and clinical experience. Owner and operator of both a medical fitness clinic and school for fitness professionals.
	Amy Rice, B.A., B.Ed Amy Rice is a Choose Again Counselor who has spent extensive time working at the Choose Again Centre in Costa Rica. An exceptionally skilled communicator, Amy has many years experience as a teacher of Choose Again's internationally renowned "Six Steps to Freedom". Diederik Wolsak is the founder and Program Director of the Choose Again Society (www.chooseagain. com).
	Heidi Rootes Dr. Heidi Rootes, Naturopathic Physician, received her medical training at the Boucher Institute of Naturopathic Medicine. Her practical experience and training include intravenous and injection therapies with a specialization in pain management, hormone imbalance, digestive disorders, stress related conditions and healthy aging.
	Gary Savitsky, Alternative Health Practitioner ary, as well as being an energy healer, is a Spiritual Guide, Life Coach and Wellness Mentor. His unique experience draws from many sources, Traditional Chinese Medicine, Martial, Medical and Spiritual QiGong, Xiu Lian, and NLP to mention a few. Gary combines the traditional practices with modern thought, providing each client with a unique wellness experience. Spiritual Calligraphy is a gift that Gary shares in one on one sessions as well as group workshops.
	Sabita, Alternative Health Practitioner Sabita is a 4th Generation Spiritual Master sharing Eastern Wisdom for Western Living™. Combining wellness wisdom from Traditional Chinese Medicine, Xiu Lian Energy Healing, Eastern Mindfulness Practice and Meditation, she focuses on healing the root cause of imbalance and illness. She offers individual and group healing, mentoring, meditations and retreats about the natural innate healing abilities residing in all of us.
	Ranan Shahar, L.Ac M.Sc. Ranan is a renowned healer who has treated more than 10,000 people worldwide with his unique, life changing treatment Atlas Evolution.
	Diederik Wolsak, RPC, MPCP As a registered therapist and counselor, Diederik has spent the last fifteen years offering a holistic and non-pharmaceutical methodology to help people overcome the obstacles that often prevent a person from finding true happiness. Above all else, what sets Diederik apart is his incredible passion and commitment to helping and inspiring people to...Choose Again.

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