Community Events
Free Info Session - Growing Food in the City Course - Burnaby
Who: n/a
When: Monday, January 12, 2009, 7 - 8 pm
Where: Burnaby Central School, 4939 Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C. (next to City Hall)
Cost: free
Contact: Karen Flynn, Burnaby Continuing Education; (604) 664-8509; Karen.Flynn@sd41.bc.ca; http://www.burnabyce.com/; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/soil
If you are concerned about where your food comes from, what’s in it (or on it), or simply getting the best nutrition possible for your family – growing your own vegetables and fruit is the answer. Come and find out how this new new course on food gardening can get you started. The course begins February 25. For more information please visit http://www.gaiacollege.ca/public/programs/gardener/index.php
Free Information Session - Growing Food in the City Course - Victoria
When: Monday, January 12, 2009 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Glendale GArdens (Horticulture Center of the Pacific), 505 Quayle Road, Victoria, B.C.
Cost: $549.00 for 16 three-hour sessions
Contact: Heide Hermary, Gaia College; 250-709-2229; heide.hermary@gaiacollege.ca; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/gardener
If you are concerned about where your food comes from, what’s in it (or on it), or simply getting the best nutrition possible for your family – growing your own vegetables and fruit is the answer. Come and find out how this new new course on food gardening can get you started. The course begins February 25. For more information please visit http://www.gaiacollege.ca/public/programs/food/index.php
Free Information Session - Growing Food in the City Course - Victoria
When: Monday, January 12, 2009 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Where: Glendale Gardens (Horticulture Center of the Pacific), 505 Quayle Road, Victoria, B.C.
Cost: $549.00 for 16 three-hour sessions
Contact: Heide Hermary, Gaia College; 250-709-2229; heide.hermary@gaiacollege.ca; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/public/programs/food/info.php
If you are concerned about where your food comes from, what’s in it (or on it), or simply getting the best nutrition possible for your family – growing your own vegetables and fruit is the answer. Come and find out how this new new course on food gardening can get you started. The course begins February 25. For more information please visit http://www.gaiacollege.ca/public/programs/food/index.php
Organic Master Gardener Course - Information Session
Who: n/a
When: January 14, 2009; 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Burnaby Central School, 4939 Canada Way, Burnaby, B.C.
Cost: Free
Contact: Heide Hermary, Gaia College; 250-709-2229; heide.hermary@gaiacollege.ca; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/gardener
Finally, a comprehensive organic gardening course for urban garden enthusiasts! Come and gather with like-minded environmentally conscious students and learn to create fabulous food and ornamental gardens without pesticides and other harmful chemicals; become a SOUL Organic Master Gardener and share your knowledge with others through mentorship programs, workshops, talks and many other creative ways; gain essential skills to start or enhance your own business in the rapidly growing organic land care industry; and earn generous Continuing Education Credits to maintain your industry certifications (ISA, CNLA, BCSLA, SOUL, BC Provincial Pesticide Applicator).
Everyone is welcome. No previous experience required. Just come, learn and have fun. This is a practical experience-based course consisting of lectures and hands-on exercises. To receive a Certificate of Completion students must attend all sessions and complete and present a satisfactory assignment.
Maple Ridge Organic Master Gardener Course - Free Information Session
When: Wednesday January 14, 2009, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Where: CEED Center, 11723 223rd St., Maple Ridge, B.C.
Cost: Free
Contact: Gail Szostek, 604-463-7396, greenspaceconsulting@live.com,http://www.gaiacollege.ca/public/programs/gardener/index.php
Finally, a comprehensive organic gardening course for urban garden enthusiasts! Come and gather with like-minded environmentally conscious students and learn to create fabulous food and ornamental gardens without pesticides and other harmful chemicals; become a SOUL Organic Master Gardener and share your knowledge with others through mentorship programs, workshops, talks and many other creative ways; gain essential skills to start or enhance your own business in the rapidly growing organic land care industry; and earn generous Continuing Education Credits to maintain your industry certifications (ISA, CNLA, BCSLA, SOUL, BC Provincial Pesticide Applicator).
Everyone is welcome. No previous experience required. Just come, learn and have fun. This is a practical experience-based course consisting of lectures and hands-on exercises. To receive a Certificate of Completion students must attend all sessions and complete and present a satisfactory assignment.
Organic Master Gardener Course - Information Session
Who: n/a
When: January 15, 2009; 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Where: Royal Roads University, 2005 Sooke Rd., Victoria, B.C.
Cost: Free
Contact: Heide Hermary, Gaia College; 250-709-2229; heide.hermary@gaiacollege.ca; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/gardener
Finally, a comprehensive organic gardening course for urban garden enthusiasts! Come and gather with like-minded environmentally conscious students and learn to create fabulous food and ornamental gardens without pesticides and other harmful chemicals; become a SOUL Organic Master Gardener and share your knowledge with others through mentorship programs, workshops, talks and many other creative ways; gain essential skills to start or enhance your own business in the rapidly growing organic land care industry; and earn generous Continuing Education Credits to maintain your industry certifications (ISA, CNLA, BCSLA, SOUL, BC Provincial Pesticide Applicator).
Everyone is welcome. No previous experience required. Just come, learn and have fun. This is a practical experience-based course consisting of lectures and hands-on exercises. To receive a Certificate of Completion students must attend all sessions and complete and present a satisfactory assignment.
Ear Acupressure Workshop
Who: Mike Lang
When: Sunday, January 18th, 2009 from 9:30am to 5pm
Where: Mosaic Community Room, 1720 Grant Street at Commercial Drive
Cost: $200
Contact: 778-278-5966, info@mikelang.ca, www.mikelang.ca OR 604-568-4663, info@accessnaturalhealing.com
Learn how to do Ear Acupressure for yourself and others.
Use the skills from this workshop to stop migraines, colds, sore throats, back aches and other pains for yourself or your friends and family. Mike Lang tell us that this kind of treatment is the medical system of the future and teaches successfully how to do it.
We're really happy that other people are learning to treat themselves successfully with this simple, effective and non-invasive treatment.
Some knowledge of anatomy and acupuncture is helpful but not necessary. Bring a laptop if you have one for increased access to the workshop materials.
Managing Workplace Stress - a FREE talk
Who: Brian Madigan
When: January 22nd 2009 5:30 to 7:00
Where: YWCA Downtown Vancouver, 535 Hornby Street 4th Floor
Cost: FREE
Contact: brian@endworkstress.com (604) 626-6277 www.endworkstress.com
Work related stress doesn’t have to control your life.
•You probably work too hard and may feel trapped by your obligations a demanding workload, and tight deadlines.
•You may find that you’re getting to the point that you dread going to work every morning.
Attend this FREE workshop to:
•Discover if you are suffering from the effects of too much stress.
•Learn about sources of stress in the workplace.
•Realize the impact that stress is having on your work and your life.
Register by January 15th for a chance to win a FREE Energy Healing.
3-Day Intensive Organic Soil Management
Who: Heide Hermary
When: January 30 - February 1, 2009; 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: Canada Way Education Center, 5310 Woodsworth St., Burnaby, B.C.
Cost: $549.00
Contact: Karen Flynn, Burnaby Continuing Education; (604) 664-8509; Karen.Flynn@sd41.bc.ca; http://www.burnabyce.com/; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/soil
Soil is the foundation of landscape health. Whether you grow ornamental gardens, turf or vegetables, you need to understand how soil works. In the past we have looked at soil primarily as a "growing medium" - something lifeless and sterile. But soil is the exact opposite - it's an ecosystem, and needs to be managed as such. The greatest biodiversity on earth occurs - or should occur - in the top few inches of soil. Soil ecosystem health and plant, animal and human health are inseparably linked.
Soil processes are universal, applying equally to ornamental landscapes, turf and agricultural crops. Our job is primarily one of fine-tuning.
In this three-day intensive, professional workshop you will learn how to assess the health of your soil, and support the natural processes within the soil that result in plant health. You will also gain a deeper understanding of organic horticulture, and how you can integrate organic practices into your own.
3-Day Intensive Organic Soil Management
Who: Heide Hermary
When: February 6 - 8, 2009; 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: Royal Roads University, 2005 Sooke Road, Victoria, B.C.
Cost: $549.00
Contact: Karen Brown; (250) 391-2600 ext. 4801; toll free 1-866-890-0220; Karen.2brown@RoyalRoads.ca; http://www.royalroads.ca/continuing-studies/; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/soil
Soil is the foundation of landscape health. Whether you grow ornamental gardens, turf or vegetables, you need to understand how soil works. In the past we have looked at soil primarily as a "growing medium" - something lifeless and sterile. But soil is the exact opposite - it's an ecosystem, and needs to be managed as such. The greatest biodiversity on earth occurs - or should occur - in the top few inches of soil. Soil ecosystem health and plant, animal and human health are inseparably linked.
Soil processes are universal, applying equally to ornamental landscapes, turf and agricultural crops. Our job is primarily one of fine-tuning.
In this three-day intensive, professional workshop you will learn how to assess the health of your soil, and support the natural processes within the soil that result in plant health. You will also gain a deeper understanding of organic horticulture, and how you can integrate organic practices into your own.
Addressing Depression with Homeopathy
Who: Dr. Roland Guenther and Elena Cecchetto DCH
When: Monday, Feb 9th at 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: Mosaic Community Room, 1720 Grant Street at Commercial Drive
Cost: $10
Contact: 604-568-4663, info@accessnaturalhealing.com, www.accessnaturalhealing.com
Addressing Depression with Homeopathy:
Meet Vancouver's Best Homeopaths Dr. Roland Guenther MD (Germany), PhD and Elena Cecchetto DCH as they discuss depression and how Homeopathic Treatment can help.
Get questions answered that you've wanted to know about Depression and related health concerns.
Where: Mosaic Community Room
1720 Grant Street at Commercial Drive
When: Monday, February 9th from 7pm to 8:30pm
TWO-DAY CLINICAL HYPNOSIS TRAINING WORKSHOP
Who: Dr. Lee Pulos, Dr. Heather Fay,
When: Saturday & Sunday, February 14 & 15, 2009 9 am - 5 pm
Where: UBC Robson Square. 800 Robson Street, Vancouver, BC
Cost: Please see online brochure.
Contact: www.hypnosis.bc.ca or (604) 688-1714
Add Hypnosis to Your Therapeutic Practice!
Exciting Topics Include:
• EFT & The Biology of Belief
• Rapid Induction Techniques for
Health Professionals
• The Body in Psychotherapy
• Building Confidence & Self Esteem
• Dream Work & Lucid Dreaming
• Age Regression, Progression &
Time Distortion
• Integrating Hypnosis Into Your
Dental/Medical Practice
• Ideomotor Exploration of the
Subconscious & Trance Training
FOR BROCHURE & REGISTRATION FORM go to:
www.hypnosis.bc.ca or call (604) 688-1714
1-Day Intensive Organic Turf Management
Who: Heide Hermary
When: February 21, 2009; 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: Canada Way Education Center, 5310 Woodsworth St., Burnaby, B.C.
Cost: $195.00
Contact: Karen Flynn, Burnaby Continuing Education; (604) 664-8509; Karen.Flynn@sd41.bc.ca; http://www.burnabyce.com/; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/turf
The landscape industry is undergoing rapid change as it responds to a growing demand for organic practices. Increasing public awareness of the hazards associated with the use of pesticides and other landscape toxins is creating a growing demand for professionals with knowledge of organic horticulture, in both private and public sectors. The major question on the minds of most professionals - and many home gardeners - is how to enjoy great looking lawns without the use of toxic chemicals. No other plants get trampled on the way turf does, yet we still expect our lawns, parks, playing fields and golf courses to be lush and green.
In this very intensive 1-day workshop you will learn to create and maintain healthy, beautiful, organic lawns; understand the process of transitioning a landscape from chemical dependency to organic self-sufficiency; and gain a deeper understanding of organic horticulture in general.
Topics include:Interdependence within ecosystems; Soil ecology, biology and chemistry; Soil fertility management; Underlying causes of plant & landscape health problems; Pesticides and their effect on ecosystems; Turf physiology & cultural requirements; Maintenance practices for optimal turf health; Managing turf problems; Preventing turf problems at the design and installation stage.
1-Day Intensive Organic Turf Management
Who: Heide Hermary
When: February 28, 2009; 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
Where: Royal Roads University, 2005 Sooke Road, Victoria, B.C.
Cost: $195.00
Contact: Karen Brown; (250) 391-2600 ext. 4801; toll free 1-866-890-0220; Karen.2brown@RoyalRoads.ca; http://www.royalroads.ca/continuing-studies/; http://www.gaiacollege.ca/turf
The landscape industry is undergoing rapid change as it responds to a growing demand for organic practices. Increasing public awareness of the hazards associated with the use of pesticides and other landscape toxins is creating a growing demand for professionals with knowledge of organic horticulture, in both private and public sectors. The major question on the minds of most professionals - and many home gardeners - is how to enjoy great looking lawns without the use of toxic chemicals. No other plants get trampled on the way turf does, yet we still expect our lawns, parks, playing fields and golf courses to be lush and green.
In this very intensive 1-day workshop you will learn to create and maintain healthy, beautiful, organic lawns; understand the process of transitioning a landscape from chemical dependency to organic self-sufficiency; and gain a deeper understanding of organic horticulture in general.
Topics include:Interdependence within ecosystems; Soil ecology, biology and chemistry; Soil fertility management; Underlying causes of plant & landscape health problems; Pesticides and their effect on ecosystems; Turf physiology & cultural requirements; Maintenance practices for optimal turf health; Managing turf problems; Preventing turf problems at the design and installation stage.
Addressing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) with Homeopathy
Who: Allyson Burden DCH, NES (cert) and Isabel Johnston LMT, DCH
When: Wednesday March 4th from 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: Mosaic Community Room, 1720 Grant Street at Commercial Drive
Cost: $10
Contact: 604-568-4663, info@accessnaturalhealing.com, www.accessnaturalhealing.com
Addressing Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD):
A Valuable Seminar for those considering this health concern.
• SAD described. What it is and what happens for people with SAD?
• What can you do about SAD?
• What is Homeopathy and How Can Homeopathy Help for SAD
Addressing The Vaccine Dilemma
Who: Allyson Burden DCH, NES (cert)
When: Tuesday, March 10th at 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: Mosaic Community Room, 1720 Grant Street at Commercial Drive
Cost: $10
Contact: 604-568-4663, info@accessnaturalhealing.com, www.accessnaturalhealing.com
Addressing the Vaccine Dilemma:
A Valuable Workshop for people considering this complex health concern.
• How does your Immune System Work?
• How does our Immune System Develop?
• What is in a Vaccine and How Does It Work?
• What is Homeopathy?
• What is HomeoImmunePro (alternatives to Vaccines)?
Addressing Allergies with Homeopathy
Who: Allyson Burden DCH, NES (cert) and Isabel Johnston LMT, DCH
When: Tuesday, April 7th at 7pm to 8:30pm
Where: Mosaic Community Room, 1720 Grant Street at Commercial Drive
Cost: $10
Contact: 604-568-4663, info@accessnaturalhealing.com, www.accessnaturalhealing.com
Addressing Allergies with Homeopathy:
Access Healing's Homeopaths, Isabel Johnston LMT, DCH and Allyson Burden DCH will answer any questions you have about allergies.
• How does your Immune System Work?
• How does our Immune System Develop?
• What are Allergies and How Do They Develop?
• What is Homeopathic Treatment and How Can It Help?
