Kathryn Berry

The Roots of Bullying with Denise Findlay

The UBC Learning Circle welcomes back Denise Findlay from Kweykway Consulting to explore the origins of bullying in our society.

Healthy Eating for Wellness, Chronic Disease Prevention & Management

Date: Thursday, April 10, 2014 This workshop is oriented towards individuals and families who are at high risk for chronic illness such as diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Trying to prevent and manage these chronic illnesses can be hard work. The UBC Learning Circle welcomes back Registered Dietitian Rebecca Sovdi (First Nations Health Authority) to discuss some practical […]

Elder Gerry Oleman: Music and Mental Wellness

Date: Tuesday, April 1, 2014 Music, drumming, and other sounds have traditionally played an important role in the healing process. They also create and support physical, spiritual, mental, and emotional wellbeing. Join Elder Gerry Oleman for a discussion about First Nations traditions and philosophy with respect to utilizing music and drumming as a part of the […]

Lunch & Learn: Telehealth 101 for Nurses

Join First Nations Health Authority Clinical Lead Adrienne Lewis at the UBC Learning Circle for a one-hour “Lunch & Learn” introduction to the First Nations Telehealth Expansion Project (FN TEP). This workshop will take a user-friendly approach to technology and explore the FNHA’s progress in developing a telehealth network in First Nations communities across BC. Session Topics Introduction […]

Fantastic Foods for Babies (and Moms, too!) with Gerry Kasten

The UBC Learning Circle presents the third session of our 2014 Aboriginal Nutrition Webinar & Videoconference series. This series of five sessions about the relationship between healthy eating and wellness throughout the life course is presented by health professionals from the First Nations Health Authority. Gerry Kasten, Registered Dietitian (FNHA) will be reviewing the latest recommendations for infant […]

Making Sense of Lateral Violence with Denise Findlay

The UBC Learning Circle welcomes Denise Findlay from Kweykway Consulting for a special presentation on lateral violence. Lateral violence is a part of our everyday life. We experience it in many different ways and in different relationships. Family and youth violence, addictions, suicide and lateral violence are just a few of the many ways that lateral violence […]

Dr. Janet Smylie Presents ‘Aboriginal Health Counts’

The Centre for Excellence in Indigenous Health at UBC and the UBC Learning Circle invite you to attend our inaugural “Indigenous Speaker Series” event! We are honoured to present Dr. Janet Smylie, who will deliver a keynote presentation followed by an Indigenous panel response session. Dr. Smylie’s presentation will speak to determining and enhancing Indigenous health data and evaluation […]

Addressing Family Violence with Albert Pooley

The UBC Learning Circle has partnered with the National Collaborating Centre for Aboriginal Health to present Mr. Albert M. Pooley, MSW, MPA, President & Founder of the Native American Fatherhood & Families Association in a special live webinar on addressing family violence. Family is at the heart of Native American cultures. There is no other work more important than […]

Getting Started on Leadership for Physical Activity in Aboriginal Communities

Join this presentation and discussion session to hear from two medical students who volunteer with Healthy Families BC, one of the Aboriginal Youth Interns at the Ministry of Health, and Grand Chief Doug Kelly, Chair, First Nations Health Council, who has made some significant life changes in the area of healthy living and being active. […]

BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society: Resources, Supports & Disability Programs

Join Disability Case Managers Ali Davies and Betty Melo from the BC Aboriginal Network on Disability Society for a discussion about their organization’s resources, supports, and programs for Aboriginal peoples with disabilities in British Columbia. All are welcome to attend and participate in this FREE live videoconference and computer webinar session. Date: Tuesday, February 11, 2014 Time: […]