2019 Women’s Wellness Conference
Friday November 1, 2019
“Taking joy in life is a woman’s best cosmetic” – Rosalind Russell
Be inspired. Get engaged. Enjoy focused conversations about your body, your mind, your spirit.
Why Should I Attend?
- Because … you’re worth it!
- Because … ten sensational speakers will inspire, inform and instill – and then, the rest is up to you!
- Because … you’ll eat, savour and delight with luscious meals and snacks.
- Because … if you sometimes think … “Gee, I wish I woulda, coulda, shoulda?” Then, now is the time to just do it!
- Because … the Cocktail Party and Marketplace provide 1:1 time with speakers and vendors, in an intimate and fun setting; enjoy a glass of wine or craft cider as you refresh with savoury hors d’oeuvres.
- Because … you’ll get the Still Sexy Program Booklet.
- Because – you’ll walk away with a fabulous Swag Bag!
And finally, because … everyone receives the first-edition Still Sexy After Sixty … Seven Secrets to Finding Life’s Sweet Spot by Susan P. Kelly RN PHN
10 Sensational Speakers:
Emcee and Closing Entertainment
As a professional speaker for over 30 years, Carole has enlightened, inspired and amused hundreds of thousands of individuals across the continent. That’s why she’s called The Moodivator.
The Power of Stigma
Olympic Figure Skater and World Silver Medalist
Boasting more than 30 years in both amateur and professional figure skating, Elizabeth Manley was the first Canadian female to successfully land a triple-double combination jump in competition. She has participated in two Olympic Games (where she won the 1988 silver medal and became the Olympic freestyle champion), six World Championships, and has won three National Titles. Reliving her incredible journey for audiences, Manley gives a behind-the-scenes glimpse into what it takes to make it to the top and speaks with honesty about the importance of mental health.
Vagina Dialogues: Pelvic Health Unplugged
Carolyn Vandyken is a physiotherapist, researcher, educator and advocate for pelvic health. Graduating from McMaster University in 1987, Carolyn has 32 years’ experience as a clinician. She has published numerous framework articles and studies in peer-reviewed journals, speaks extensively at international conferences, and has authored several chapters in textbooks on central sensitization and pelvic pain. She practices at PhysioWorks Muskoka in Huntsville.
What do Retirees Need to Know?
With over 15 years of experience in the financial services industry (of which 12 have been with Scotia Wealth), Jill has developed a breadth of expertise in investment and retirement planning, estate planning and insurance needs analysis which allows her to serve clients with diverse needs including those with more complex circumstances or more sophisticated objectives. Jill finds it particularly rewarding to empower women through the financial planning process especially for those women with newfound independence either through loss of a spouse, divorce, or who simply wish to make independent decisions on their finances.
Jill Smith CFP, CIM Senior Wealth Advisor, Portfolio Manager 905-796-5015 jill.smith@scotiawealth.com
Minimize Estate Taxes and Maximize Succession Planning
Senior Advisor, Scotia Wealth Management, CFP, Keri will highlight unique ways to minimize estate taxes, leave an inheritance for beneficiaries and meet philanthropic goals.
Keri.ODriscoll@scotiawealth.com
Wills & Estate Planning
Lawyer and mediator with Baulke Stahr McNabb LLP in Collingwood, Tracy’s practice includes: Wills and Estates, Family Law and Real Estate. I am always pleased to welcome new clients, and am focused on exploring options – either in or out of court – that will best meet the unique interests of each client. I strive to be an advocate for the needs of children and families, both in my work and in my personal life. I served on the Boards of the Durham and Simcoe/Muskoka Children’s Aid Societies from 2001 until 2019.
Curious about Cannabis
Nursing degree from McMaster University, Hamilton. Degree in Applied Human Nutrition, University of Guelph. I’ve been with Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit for 29 years. Most of my nursing career has been in public health, in the Sexual Health Program and in Substance Use, Injury Prevention Program for the past 2 years.
My Transgender Journey
Michelle Emson is an accomplished public speaker, devout technologist, committed human rights activist, documentary filmmaker, LGBTI advocate and educator. An openly ‘out’ transgender woman living in Southern Ontario, Canada, Michelle speaks on a variety of LGBT, Human Rights, transgender, and mental health related issues to audiences of all ages, genders, occupations, and beliefs.
September 11: National Day of Service
Maureen, a 9/11 widow is the founding director of the Canadian Coalition Against Terror. The Canadian National Day of Service Foundation was established in January 2013 with the aim of building activities to recognize and leverage the spirit of volunteerism in Canada. We are a charitable foundation whose purpose is to honor and celebrate Canadians who serve their communities in official and unofficial ways. The foundation’s goal is to bring attention to all the wonderful work Canadians do for their neighbours and communities.
Fore_Moe@me.com
Secrets: What Can We Do with Their Power?
Christine Cowley is an author, writing coach, micropublisher and host of Storylines, a book-talk radio show on The Bay 88.7FM. Christine has collaborated on and/or produced more than 30 books. Christine released an award-winning oral-pictorial history of Collingwood entitled Butchers, Bakers and Building the Lakers: Voices of Collingwood. Christine has always been fascinated with secrets. What sort of power is locked away in a secret? Why do we keep them and what happens when we tell them? In this talk, Christine challenges us to experiment with exploring and harnessing the power of secrets in our lives.
Founder: Still Sexy After 60 – Women’s Wellness Conference
Sue is an author, radio host, speaker, Registered Nurse and Wellness Specialist. Former Director of Health & Wellness at We Care Health Services and Palliative Care Coordinator and Visiting Nurse with St. Elizabeth Health Care. Sue welcomes opportunities to speak and conduct workshops for groups and organizations.
Suekelly121@gmail.com 416-540-8299
FRIDAY NOVEMBER 1
CONFERENCE PROGRAM
08:30 Registration & Continental Breakfast
09:30 Carole Bertuzzi-Luciani – Opening Remarks
10:00 Elizabeth Manley – The Power of Stigma
11:00 Break
11:20 Carolyn Vandyken – Vagina Dialogues: Pelvic Health Unplugged
Exhibit Hall opens from Noon until 6:30 PM – please support our generous sponsors and vendors
12:15 Lunch
1:30 Panel on Financial Wellness: An in-depth discussion on women and wealth
Jill Smith – What do Retirees Need to Know?
Keri O’Driscoll – Minimize Estate Taxes and Maximize Succession;
Tracy Fleishmann – Wills and Estate Planning.
2:30 Break
3:00 Still Sexy After Sixty Expose: 12 minute mini-talks
Mary Kocher – Curious About Cannabis?;
Michelle Emson – My Transgender Journey;
Maureen Basnicki – September 11 – National Day of Service;
Christine Cowley – Secrets: What Can You do with Their Power?
Qs and As
4:15 Carole Bertuzzi-Luciani – Closing Entertainment
5:00-6:30 Cocktail Party and Marketplace
Make your reservations for dinner at Gustav Chophouse and Bar, starting at 7:00PM. 705-443-4461
Note:
- Your personal identifying information will NOT be shared.
- By registering you agree that your photo or likeness may be featured in future promotions related to Still Sexy After 60. Photography by mycollingwood.ca
- Meals and refreshments will offer gluten free, vegetarian and non-dairy options. Please contact Kathie at 905-617-2652 or designnorthinc@gmail.com
- A portion of your registration fee will support My Friend’s House
CLICK HERE TO PURCHASE TICKETS:
Tickets can be purchased through the Collingwood Theatre. Please CLICK HERE to be purchase tickets.
COST: $175 + TAX
Hours of Operation
Monday – Saturday
10:00 am – 5:00 pm | 1-866-382-2200
In addition tickets are available at ScotiaBank in Gravenhurst – only cash or cheque accepted
10 Vacation Inn Drive, Collingwood, Ontario L9Y 5G4
705-445-9422
SPECIAL ROOM RATES:
Thursday October 31, 2019
Standard Hotel Room – 1 king or 2 queen beds $101.15 + HST
Deluxe Hotel Room – 1 king or 2 queen beds $126.65 + HST
One Bedroom Suite – I king and pull-out sofa with full kitchen $143.65 + HST
Friday November 1, 2019
Standard Hotel Room – 1 king or 2 queen beds $113.90 + HST
Deluxe Hotel Room – I king or 2 queen beds $139.40 + HST
One Bedroom Suite – I king and pull-out sofa with full kitchen $156.40 + HST
Check-in time is 4:00 pm – Check-out time is 11:00 am
Cancellation is 72 hours prior to arrival.
Partners & Sponsors:
VENDORS in the MARKETPLACE
- ScotiaMcLeod – Sharpe-Way Group
- Scotia Wealth Insurance
- The Best You
- Canopy Growth
- Tyros BioPharma
- Pampered Chef
- Aterra Wines Canada
- Christine Cowley, Legacy Writing Partners
- The National Day of Service Canada
- Simcoe Muskoka District Health Unit
- mycollingwood.ca
- Twinkle Bulbs
- Serendipity Candles
- Hear Well Be Well
- Indulgence Cashmere
- Design North Inc
- luxurycollingwood.com
- Maple Organics
- Synergy Wellness Chiropractic
Door Prize Donors and Shopping Discounts during November 1stWeekend – just show your conference lanyard
At Home Interiors – 15%
Blue Baubles Boutique – 15%
Blue Ridge Meats
Brabary
Caesar Bar 1858
Cedar and Sage Restaurant
Crooked Tree Fine Foods
Devil’s Glen Ski Resort
Elaine Dickinson’s Fashions – Grand Prize
Georgian Bay Hotel & Gustav’s – Grand Prize
Gibson & Company – 10%
Haven Home & Gift – 15%
Homme Femme – 15%
Ladies Designer Fashions – 15%
Maple Hill Day Spa
Maple Organics
Minds Alive – 15%
Nails and Spa
Pampered Chef
Rexall
Robinson Paint
Scandinave Spa
Serendipity
Still Sexy After Sixty
Susan Howard Photograpahy
TaLii Towels
Synergy Wellness
Stores providing 15% discount with conference lanyard during November 1stWeekend
Madison Boutique
Rock Shop
This event offers a rare opportunity to reach over 250 baby boomer women. For sponsorship and vendor information or to answer your questions, please contact suekelly121@gmail.com 416-540-8299 Door prizes are gratefully accepted.