Friday, October 18th
2:00 PM — Comprehensive Travel Consultations: Ensuring Safe and Healthy Journeys
This presentation will cover key aspects of travel health consultations, including the importance of customized advice based on travel history, destination specifics, and upcoming itineraries. We will discuss assessing past travel patterns, evaluating vaccine history, and tailoring vaccination recommendations for various regions and activities. Additionally, we will provide general health precautions for different types of travel, offer specific disease prevention advice, and present real-life case studies. The session will conclude with interactive scenarios and a Q&A on best practices in travel health consultations.
2:30 PM — The Healing Power of Strangers
Imagine walking into a bustling coffee shop, sitting down, and striking up a conversation with a stranger. It might seem trivial, but such seemingly small interactions have the potential to profoundly impact our lives. In a world increasingly plagued by loneliness and mental health challenges, finding solace and
connection in unexpected places is more crucial than ever.
3:00 PM — From apprenticeship to trailblazer, a woman’s path through trades and leadership.
This presentation will feature TradeUpBC, an initiative offering short-credit and microcredential programs across provincial institutes to meet evolving job demands, including a focus on Inclusive Workplaces. It will highlight the personal story of a woman in the trades—a mother, Red Seal Motorcycle Mechanic, and instructor at BCIT—illustrating how TradeUpBC supports diversity, inclusion, and career advancement for tradespeople in BC.
3:30 PM — Networking and Women ~ Building Lasting Relationships for Fun & Profit
This interactive presentation explores women’s networking—how it differs from traditional approaches, its benefits beyond business, and where it’s available in the Lower Mainland. It includes guidance on structuring an elevator pitch that fosters friendships, connections, business relationships, and collaborations. Attendees will have the opportunity to practice their pitches with others and, for those feeling bold, share with the larger group.
4:00 PM — What We All Want - How to "Feel Better" Right Now
Dr. Shahana is a family physician with over a decade of clinical experience. Now she is giving back to audiences across the nation with her signature keynotes based on her upcoming Mel Robbins endorsed book “Feel Better”. Feel Better takes the reader and audience through the 4A technique – by optimizing our mental and emotional health and providing the audience with the clarity they need and tools they can utilize immediately.
4:30 PM — Not Good Enough
Why do so many people struggle with the core belief not good enough? Understand how your core belief, not good enough, influences your daily life and how to change it to a core belief of good enough.
5:00 PM — The Clock Turned 50
Welcome to the 50-plus club—where these things are just part of the daily adventure! In this stage of life, we face both humorous and challenging changes. Together we will share our ‘moments’ and solutions we have come up with to make this oh-so-great chapter of our lives a little easier. We will flip the narrative from “we’re aging” to “we’re wising!” One of the more frustrating challenges we face is how our skin changes over time. But here’s the good news: mature skin doesn’t have to mean complicated routines! The days of chasing trends and elaborate multi-step routines are behind us. We will explore a simple, effective way to care for your skin—because it’s about feeling good about ourselves in comfortable, healthy, vibrant skin.
5:30 PM — Spreading light and hope through candles.
Inspired by her journey in sobriety, The owner of RECVRD Candle Co, Kimberlea Masters will share the deeply personal story of overcoming alcoholism, finding strength in vulnerability, and transforming challenges into new opportunities. She will take you back to a time when her life was clouded by addiction and the pivotal moments that led her to seek change. She will tell the story of how a simple idea grew into a mission to spread light and hope through her company, RECVRD Candle Co., and how she infused her sobriety and emotions into every scent and design. Concluding with the unexpected ripple effect of sharing her story through her candles.
Saturday, October 19th
11:00 AM — Building Lasting Connection: How to Thrive as a Powerhouse Couple
Why do approximately 30% of couples succeed while 70% struggle? In this session, you will learn how to avoid living parallel lives, stay connected through stress, make meaningful repairs, and maintain closeness amidst daily routines. Drawing from years of experience working with couples and families, I will share insights and introduce my 5-day intensive program, Become a Powerhouse Couple.
11:30 AM — FACE FOOD, Where skincare meets the miraculous world of mushrooms
With over 20 years in healthcare as an RMT, Osteopathic practitioner, and acupuncturist, I will share the journey of creating Face Food—a natural, mushroom-based face oil developed to calm my rosacea after years of treatments, antibiotics, and prescription creams. After two weeks of daily use, my symptoms disappeared, and I have been rosacea-free for over a year. Face Food, made with Reishi and Shiitake mushrooms and anti-inflammatory botanicals, reduces redness, breakouts, fine lines, and uneven skin tone while moisturizing the skin. I’ll also present the science behind mushrooms in skincare and discuss lifestyle choices for overall health.
12:00 PM — It's OK To Ask For Help: Women's Mental Health
Presented by Maureen Codispodi MA, RCC, CCC, a therapist and the founder and director of Help Clinic Canada. An online mental health platform committed to breaking down barriers to mental health support. She will talk about the specific barriers that prevent women from seeking the support they need and emphasize the importance of shifting the narrative to make it acceptable—and even encouraged—for women to ask for help. Join us as we explore practical strategies and advocate for a more supportive and understanding approach to mental health for women.
12:30 PM — What We All Want - How to "Feel Better" Right Now
Dr. Shahana is a family physician with over a decade of clinical experience. Now she is giving back to audiences across the nation with her signature keynotes based on her upcoming Mel Robbins endorsed book “Feel Better”. Feel Better takes the reader and audience through the 4A technique – by optimizing our mental and emotional health and providing the audience with the clarity they need and tools they can utilize immediately.
1:00 PM — Nurturing a Business Like Family: The Role of Compassion and Care in Leadership
At Birch Babe, a 100% mother-daughter-owned skincare brand, our journey has been guided by principles of nurturing and care. In this session, we’ll share how these family values can be powerful tools in business leadership, especially when combined with a commitment to sustainability and the health of both our bodies and the planet. Discover how leading with compassion can help you create products and services that resonate deeply with your customers, supporting their long-term well-being while also fostering a stronger connection with your community. Join us to explore the impact of embedding heart and sustainability at the core of your business.
2:00 PM — What if... I'm ENOUGH
Being a woman means juggling countless roles—mom, wife, caregiver, planner, and more—while constantly worrying and putting others first. But when do you get to be enough to prioritize yourself? This presentation explores four key questions: What if you didn’t need to make yourself smaller? What if age was an asset? What if your body’s lines were signs of a life well-lived? What if the person you’ve been seeking is you? My goal is to shift the narrative and, as a photographer, create images that celebrate women as they are, right now.
2:30 PM — Women’s Empowerment is About Removing Barriers
A presentation featuring diversified speakers discussing empowering women in the workforce, in their communities and internationally.
3:00 PM — Sandpaper Sex and Leaky Bladders
We are told that light bladder leakage is ‘just part of being a woman’ or to ‘have a glass of wine to help with painful sex’. This is dismissive and inaccurate and we deserve truth and respect for our intimate wellbeing. As women, we are are misinformed and fed disempowering messages about pelvic health and many believe that medications or surgery are the only fix. Drugs and surgery are options that can be considered but there is so much that is within our control that can help us prevent and overcome pelvic floor challenges like leaky bladders, sandpaper sex and chronic back pain. Learn what the pelvic floor is, what the more common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction are and most importantly what you can do about it….and no it isn’t ‘go home and do your kegels’.
3:30 PM — Skincare at menopause- what to expect when you are not expecting your period
Navigating perimenopausal and postmenopausal skin care changes can be challenging due to hormonal shifts that can lead to various skin concerns. During this phase, women may experience changes such as dryness, thinning skin, loss of elasticity, and increased sensitivity. learn how to adjust your skincare routine and maintain healthy-looking skin during perimenopause and post menopause.
4:00 PM — Menopause Misunderstood: Debunking Mysterious Menopausal Symptoms
Hot flashes, night sweats, weight gain, and insomnia are well-known menopause symptoms, but lesser-known ones like crawling skin, heart palpitations, brain fog, and anxiety are also common. Menopause can feel overwhelming due to the lack of open conversation, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Join this session to understand what’s happening to your hormones, why you’re feeling the way you do, and gain practical nutrition and lifestyle tips to help you navigate menopause with ease.
4:30 PM — Leading with Heart- cultivating presence and connection with emotional intelligence.
Through this interactive presentation we will explore how to cultivate presence and connection with ourselves and others through emotional intelligence. We will cover the foundation of emotional intelligence and the key pillars which support our self awareness, choice and direction, and see how emotional intelligence can enhance both personal and professional relationships. Attendees will identify how to begin to be more present and connected to themselves and others.
Sunday, October 20th
11:00 AM — Financial freedom for Women
Goal is to empower women to make confident and independent financial decisions; to break away from the stigma that women do not prioritize finances and are emotionally incapable of making independent decisions.
12:30 PM — Unlock the Secrets to a Healthier, Happier, and More Energetic You!
Empower yourself by understanding your body’s unique health needs and the root causes of poor health, including hormone imbalances (insulin, cortisol, adrenal, thyroid), mineral deficiencies (calcium, magnesium, zinc, selenium), toxin overload (environmental chemicals, metals, radiation), pathogen infections (fungus, viruses, bacteria, parasites), and digestion issues (food sensitivities, enzyme deficiencies, poor elimination). This session will help you recognize and address these factors to improve your overall well-being.
1:00 PM — Women's Heart Health - The Truths You Need to Know!
A presentation on the education on Women’s Heart Health – Why it is important, what the differences are between men and women and why and how the regular health care system is failing women. We will review both heart attack and strokes with high education in each area as well as why most women’s cardiovascular issues go unnoticed in our standard health care system and what each women must know to get better care as well as practical things that they can do to avoid a heart attack or stroke.
1:30 PM — Embracing the Lioness Within
Jenelle Brewer is an indigenous author that will speak to the effects of childhood abuse, addiction, and recovery. Jenelle is a recovery human trafficking survivor, and a recovering heroin addict since 1999. Her story is one of hope, sharing the tools she has uses to overcome the emotional challenges of being a survivor while building a successful career and having the sole responsibility of raising her two children since they were toddlers. Today, Jenelle is a successful project manager, author, and sits on a corporate board and has a passion for volunteerism.
2:00 PM — Menobloc Relieving Nightly Hot Flashes
Menopause associated nightly hot flash sweats can occur 3 or more times every night for years resulting in sleep deprivation. Menobloc, a fabric technology manufactured for bed sheets has been demonstrated clinically and used by women for 20 years to relieve nightly hot flash sweats. The presentation will demonstrate how the fabric technology is used and the research leading to this Class 1 medical device fabric. Women placing the Menobloc sheet directly under the fitted/bottom sheet of bedding begin to find relief the first night.
2:30 PM — From Fire to Flourish: A Journey of Resilience and Innovation
Join Venessa Stonehouse, founder of Mindful FÜD, as she shares her inspiring journey from launching a plant-based meal delivery service to rebuilding her business after a devastating fire, and creating the world’s first certified organic vegan honey alternative made from rescued apples. This session will explore the power of resilience, the importance of sustainable entrepreneurship, and how embracing challenges can lead to groundbreaking innovations. Perfect for aspiring entrepreneurs, food innovators, and anyone passionate about making a positive impact.
3:00 PM — Differentiating between hydrating skincare products that work effectively
Read the Ingredients: Look for ingredients known for their hydrating properties, such as hyaluronic acid, glycerin, ceramides, squalene, niacinamide. These ingredients help attract and retain moisture in the skin.
3:30 PM — Building Lasting Connection: How to Thrive as a Powerhouse Couple
Why do approximately 30% of couples succeed while 70% struggle? In this session, you will learn how to avoid living parallel lives, stay connected through stress, make meaningful repairs, and maintain closeness amidst daily routines. Drawing from years of experience working with couples and families, I will share insights and introduce my 5-day intensive program, Become a Powerhouse Couple.
Stage schedule subject to change without notice.