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Show Hours
Saturday - 10 am-5pm

Sunday - 10 am-4pm

Fun Things To Do At The Show

(Besides Shopping Of Course!)

TALKS

DEMOS

ZEN ZONE

The Zen Zone

Relax inside a beautifully lit, quiet meditation area that you can drop in and out of whenever you feel like taking a moment for yourself. Come to the show for shopping and fun, and then take some time to relax and repair ... in the Zen Zone!

Healthy Brain Exhibitors

Many experts in the field have come together to share technology, resources, products, and services that will help us improve our brain health and wellness. Topics like vision therapy, physiotherapy, neuro-feedback, brain training, and concussion management, among others, will be addressed inside the show. Come and learn about the most important organ of the human body ... your BRAIN!

Learn From The Experts

Come and learn from the experts! All weekend long, we have dynamic speakers sharing their expertise, knowledge, and passion. You are guaranteed to learn something new.

LOOK BELOW FOR FULL LINEUP

Time For You...

Prepare to be pampered! We are thrilled to bring you the best in wellness ... and relaxation! From sound baths and aroma therapy, to acupuncture and beauty treatments, plan to leave the show feeling relaxed and rejuvenated!

Escape Room Puzzle!

A Defuse-the-Bomb Escape Game by Exit Nanaimo!! Use your brain and instincts to figure out a way to solve the puzzle and defuse the bomb. Put your skills to the test with this super fun activity as you take a break from shopping at the show!

Taste Something Delicious!

Make sure you bring your taste buds with you because they are in for one wild ride!! From spicy sauces to decadent chocolate, you'll be sure to find all sorts of deliciousness at the show!

Silent Dance Party!
(happening all weekend)

Silent dance is a unique way of experiencing music. Guests wear wireless headphones and a silent atmosphere instantly transforms into a high-energy musical event.

This is such a fun way to have a party and something you will talk about for a long time! Let's come together in community, to heal our division, to connect as a nation, to strengthen health and share the love.

For your comfort and peace of mind, cleanliness and safety are prioritized in these challenging times.

Do you have hearing loss

or is it just wax?

Get a free earwax check with a special video ear camera. Find out whether you have excessive amounts of ear wax or not!

You will also be able to see inside your own ear canals and take a peek at your eardrums at the same time.

Meet the animals on the farm!

You’ll see a variety of chickens, turkeys, ducks, geese, sheep, pigs, peacocks, cows and horses. Purchase tickets from the Lavender Shop and enjoy the happy little critters.

2022 SPEAKERS

SATURDAY - Sept 17

Terra Munro
& Lacey Lanktree 10: 45-11: 30

"HELP is close to HOME! How dementia-friendly home health services are helping people across Vancouver Island."

join Terra and Lacey to learn:

-How we can create community and offer support to the aging population.

-What resources Bayshore provides (they do it ALL!)

-Creative solutions for those caring for loved ones going through the dementia journey.

During this important session, Terra and Lacey will demonstrate the need for in-home services for people living with dementia and their caregivers. They’ll help caregivers formulate an action plan and they’ll offer some creative suggestions and provide powerful solutions for caregivers.

Bayshore HealthCare has been enhancing the quality of life, dignity and independence of Canadians in their homes since 1966 and has over 100 locations across Canada, with three of their offices located right here on Vancouver Island! They’ve been awarded the Vancouver Island Business Excellence Award in the Health Care category, the Crystal Award for Business Excellence in the category of Contribution to the Community, and named one of Canada’s Best Employers by Forbes Media.

As Care Manager, Terra is the single point of contact for clients and their families, managing home care details. Terra is dedicated to providing excellent customer service to each and every one of her clients, whilst actively engaging in client growth within the community. From customizing care plans to assisting in navigating the health care system, she ensures all clients’ needs are met.

As Recruitment & Retention Specialist, Lacey focuses on the well-being of the staff at Bayshore. She knows the importance of ensuring all caregivers feel supported, heard and informed. From interviews, training and onwards, she is responsible for all recruitment needs of the branch. Lacey strives to be that support system to Bayshore’s front-line caregivers because she knows happy caregivers make for happy clients!

Shaileena “Sigh” Bruce 11: 45-12: 30

"Body Mind Soul: Heat Up, Move Forward and Balance those chakras!"

Join Sigh to learn how her passion for fitness helped her battle depression and anxiety.

As a competitive gymnast and athlete growing up, Sigh was always moving and laughing but behind that bright smile, she held a secret: For years, she believed the way she felt was “normal”, so she put on a happy face and acted like everything was ok. But things were FAR from ok. Sigh had been struggling with severe depression and anxiety ever since she was 13 years old and in this powerful talk, Sigh will share her experience and how moving her body changed her brain chemistry, helped her to stay balanced, and stabilized her mood.

She went on to find infrared technology with Oxygen Yoga, and she’s been hooked ever since!

Come and learn more about the benefits of infrared and movement and the many ways they can enrich your life!

Mr. Stacey Petersen 12: 45-1: 30

"ADDICTION+RECOVERY: ALL IN!"

Join Stacey to learn:

⦁ Myths about addiction

⦁ Addiction as a chronic brain disorder

⦁ Epigenetics

⦁ ACE’s

⦁ National Opioid Statistics

⦁ RECOVERY

During Stacey's powerful talk, he will bust myths around addiction, explain the concept of epigenetics and help us better understand addiction as a chronic brain disorder, and he'll shed light on the truth that anyone, given the right circumstances, can struggle with addiction. The good news? Recovery IS possible and with the right support, people can and DO live fulfilling lives!

Mr. Stacey Petersen has gained national recognition for his leadership in the addiction recovery and homeless-serving sectors. He is a person in long-term recovery, celebrating 34 years in October of 2021. That same month, Mr. Petersen joined Cedars at Cobble Hill as their Chief Executive Officer. He is excited about working with such an amazing group of individuals at Cedars and is committed to building a strong recovery culture in order to better serve those who desire recovery and a better way to live.

Theresa Yuha 1: 45-2: 30

“More Life! How to age actively, safely and happily"

Being physically active has many benefits, including reduced risk of disease, strengthened bones and muscles, improved brain health, decreased stress, and better sleep. As rates of preventable disease rise in Canada, there are things we CAN do to keep ourselves on the path to longevity.

Join Theresa as she explores the benefits of keeping an active lifestyle and tips to get more movement in your day.

Theresa’s had the opportunity to apply her knowledge of disease prevention and social determinants of health for local organizations and is currently a sessional instructor in the Kinesiology department at Vancouver Island University. Through continuous learning, reflection and improvement, her aim is to share the importance of physical literacy and active aging. She moved to Vancouver Island over ten years ago, and enjoys the scenery, hiking and paddleboarding that the west coast has to offer.

Theresa has been active at Orangetheory Fitness Nanaimo since it opened, recently joining the team as a Fitness Coach! She has a passion for promoting evidence-based, person-centered solutions to help cultivate health and wellness. When not at OTF, Theresa stays active playing roller derby, doing yoga, and enjoying the outdoors with her dog.

Hanan Merrill 2: 45-3: 30

"The BRAIN that HEARS! Brain Hearing and Technology"

Join us at The Healthy Brain and Body Show for this informational and entertaining talk about the ear-brain connection and how technology can help enhance our hearing!

Key Takeaways will be:

⦁How the hearing system works--in simple terms!

⦁How the ears affect the brain

⦁Hearing devices and “brain hearing”

⦁How to choose the best hearing aid brand for YOU

After a decade of working with people in his previous career as a pastor, Hanan retrained and founded Nanaimo Hearing Clinic in 2011 with his wife Shelagh. Their mission was– and is– to bring personalized care to the hearing space in Nanaimo. As Nanaimo’s only fully independent hearing clinic, they have the most flexibility to help people find the right hearing solution for their ultimate and individually unique ear…the brain.

Originally from Arizona, Hanan is proud to call Nanaimo home. Outside of running the business with his best friend, Shelagh, children, motorcycles, and books are just some of the things that keep him from getting bored.

Earl Blacklock 3: 45-4: 30

“Changing the Mental Health Landscape: An Interview with the head of Island Community Counselling (ICC)"

Hear about Earl’s experience as a trauma survivor and how he’s been able to help others heal through the work he and his team do at ICC.

Earl’s work with Vancouver Island's largest counselling agency makes lives better each year for thousands of people, representing all ages and backgrounds. Earl is the Executive Director and lead trauma therapist at Island Community Counselling. ICC is one of the three largest professional therapeutic counselling agencies in the province, with offices in Duncan, Nanaimo, Parksville, Courtenay, Comox, and Campbell River. The vision for ICC is to ensure that everyone, no matter their means, has access to affordable professional counselling.

Earl knows that in the 45 years since his own workplace assault ended one career, access to affordable treatment for the harmful effects of trauma has not improved greatly. That is why he has committed his final work years to ensuring that at least in his backyard -- Vancouver Island, the Gulf Islands, and the Sunshine Coast -- trauma survivors and others struggling with mental health challenges have the opportunity to not only recover, but to THRIVE.

Under Earl's leadership, the number of people helped by ICC has grown more than 500% in only four years, but he believes there is much more to be done. He hopes to inspire action at the community and political levels to greatly improve access to mental health treatment.

SUNDAY - Sept 18

AJ Maher 10: 45-11: 05

" IMPOSSIBLE to POSSIBLE: My fight against a shortened lifespan"

At the age of 13, AJ was diagnosed with Cystic Fibrosis. He was told the average lifespan was 35. He began working out as he wanted to feel strong and dictate his own life.

At 18, just before graduating High school, AJ was diagnosed with a serious lung infection, diabetes and heart failure. His doctor asked him to write out his will.

AJ started Builtwear when he was 20, an apparel company with a deeper message: he wanted people to be proud of their own story, to show what they’re made of and to express what they’d overcome.

AJ doesn’t allow his illnesses to hold him back; rather, he uses them as inspiration to keep going.

Come out and attend AJ’s talk for YOUR dose of inspiration!

Dr. Cameron McCrodan 11: 30-11: 50

"Hidden in plain sight: Your eyes and brain need to work together, but it's often overlooked!!"

Join Dr. McCrodan as he shares how vision problems could be going undetected. From concussion and dizziness, to reading disabilities, he brings an engineer's approach to solving vision problems that are often overlooked.

Dr. Cameron McCrodan's work focuses on how the eyes and brain work together and the Opto-mization™ Training process has supported patients of all ages and abilities across North America. Dr. Cameron McCrodan speaks and educates other professionals on neurovisual performance.

His popular TEDx Talk has shed light on the benefits of neurovisual training to audiences around the world.

Join Dr. McCrodan as he delivers this powerful talk where you'll leave empowered to look beyond what meets the eye and get to the root of your stubborn health issues!

Beth Alden 12: 15-12: 35

"Why Libido MATTERS!: The psycho-social-emotional impact and effect of low libido/erectile dysfunction/pelvic floor pain. "

Beth is thrilled to be bringing this knowledge to Vancouver Island. Technology is advancing so quickly and people need to know that there is an answer for a very common problem experienced by both men and women and yet no one will talk about it! Well, get ready, because it’s time to make it known that it’s not a big deal, it’s very common, and there IS a long-term solution!

Beth Alden has been a long-time resident of Vancouver Island and is passionate about health and fitness. Along with being a certified medical aesthetician, she’s also a certified personal trainer and Ironman Coach. Beth owned Kickstart Fitness for 14 years, helping hundreds of people become the best version of themselves.

In 2018, she sold her business to pursue her dream of sailing around the world. When Covid hit she returned home and found her place with Tara, owner of Revitalize Laser Clinic. Beth has an extensive business background, earning her the honour of business of the year in the Oceanside area.

Want a better sex life? Beth’s got you covered! Come out and learn how YOU can have better sex, no drugs, surgery, or needles required.

Olga Roberts 1: 00-1: 20

"Sleep 2.0: A different way to look at your sleep and your health!"

As one of the owners of Resthouse, Olga has learned first-hand how many people struggle with sleep. This is why helping people improve their sleep by providing them with natural and organic mattresses and bedding solutions, and aiding them in getting a full night of slumber through education and informed decision-making, has become a mission for her. At Resthouse, they believe that well-rested people have more capacity to share, give and inspire.

During this educational and inspiring talk, you’ll learn how sleep impacts your health, how to improve your sleep hygiene in a few simple steps, how natural and organic sleep systems can change your life+health, the truth about the mattress industry (and why it doesn’t work) and “The Kakūn Ecosystem”.

From a young age, Olga struggled with anxiety. She worked in a high-stress career as a flight attendant and worked in the industry for 17 years all while raising two children with her husband and caring for aging parents. She opened Resthouse and truly began to recognize that sleep had become the key ingredient to creating health and balance in her life as it directly contributes to the well-being of all those who she loves and is responsible for.

Mark Anson 1: 45-2: 05

"Living Healthy With Wood!"

Join Mark for this informational and entertaining talk where you will learn how building with wood is good for your health and well-being!

Did you know that wood lowers blood pressure, drops heart rate and reduces stress? This is the magic of nature and Mark will get you thinking about your next building project, and how wood can play a role in your plans!

Mark is trained as both a builder and an architect and is the founder of Timber Tiles in Port Alberni. Mark’s commitment is to showcase wood as an environmentally responsible material with “low embodied energy” that is renewable, durable and sustainable.

Emily Gambling 2: 30-2: 50

“Forest Therapy: Better Health is Found In Nature!"

Join Emily for this fun+informative talk as she shares:

* What is forest therapy (aka forest bathing)

* Health benefits of practicing forest therapy

* Benefits of joining a guided forest therapy walk

Emily is passionate about health promotion and about providing high quality holistic care to her clients. She believes that her clients are the experts on themselves and she takes a collaborative approach in integrating her professional expertise with individual’s lived experiences.

Emily has a keen interest in mental health and nature-based therapy, and she works with a diverse group of people who have challenges with mental health, brain injuries, physical health conditions, and chronic pain. Emily strives to educate and empower her clients to live full and meaningful lives. As a certified forest therapy guide, Emily hopes to support the health and wellness of our community by facilitating connectedness to ourselves and our beautiful natural environment.

Tyler Orn 3: 10-3: 30

“Hoarding 101: Signs, Root Causes, Contributing Factors, and Hope!"

Join Tyler for his empowering and educational message of hope.

Passionate about understanding and helping others, Tyler has worn many hats in his life. Chaplain, Long Haul Truck Driver, Leadership & Team Building Consultant, and now Junk Hauler. His drive to encourage growth and healing in those experiencing pain and suffering continues to find new and exciting opportunities.

Born in Edmonton to second-generation immigrants, Tyler moved to Vancouver Island about five years ago, and is enjoying Island life as he continues to integrate who he is and the influence of his family of origin.

As a Junk Hauler, Tyler sees many “hoarders,” and now realizes his own family history contains hoarding behavior.

During Tyler’s talk, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of hoarding and how it can start, such as:

Trauma

Emotional Attachment

Identification of Personal Value/Worth

Avoidance

Non-Completion

Perfectionism

Tyler will leave us with a message of hope where he’ll help us identity

the root causes of hoarding behaviour and what else can be done to live with greater joy and freedom.

2022 SPEAKER SCHEDULE!

SATURDAY - Sept 17