World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day

World Mental Health Day is marked every year on October 10 to raise awareness about mental health around the world.  As our understanding of mental health grows, we grow along with it and our self-awareness and sensitivity towards it have changed things for the...
Try a social media detox

Try a social media detox

With all of the challenges of getting back to familiar routines in September, you may find some balance by taking a social media break.  Social media can help us stay connected with friends and family. However, people tend to share only the highlights on social...
Beat the summer heat

Beat the summer heat

Hotter temperatures are on the way to the province as a high-pressure ridge is moving into B.C. and the government says it may result in heat warnings for this coming weekend. Environment Canada predicted that hot and dry weather is coming for many regions around the...
Summer Sun Safety Tips

Summer Sun Safety Tips

You can protect yourself and your family and still have fun under the sun. Cover up. When the UV Index is 3 or higher, protect your skin as much as possible. Wear light-coloured, long-sleeved shirts, pants, and a wide-brimmed hat made from breathable fabric. When...
Brain Injury Awareness Month

Brain Injury Awareness Month

June is Brain Injury Awareness Month in Canada. With over 20,000 Canadians being hospitalized each year with an acquired traumatic brain injury (per Government of Canada website) there is a huge need for public education around the prevention and impact of traumatic...
More than Money

More than Money

Get educated about Making the Most of Retirement through this upcoming Continuing Studies course: HPHE281: More Than Money: Making the Most of Retirement Are you ready to retire? Have you prepared for the shift in focus from work to leisure? Do you know what it takes...