After rescuing a puppy twenty five years ago Diane Rose-Solomon became involved in animal rescue and education, serving for years on the board of directors of a small grassroots animal rescue organization. To learn more about how she could help create more awareness for homeless animals, Diane became a Certified Humane Education Specialist through Humane Society University. She then combined her creative and humane interests and wrote and published two award-winning children books JJ the American Street Dog, and How He Came to Live in Our House and the sequel JJ Goes to Puppy Class. What to Expect When Adopting a Dog, her latest non- fiction book, is a guide…

Kendra Irvine is an Ayurvedic Health Counsellor, Certified Wellness Coach, Professional Kinesiologist, and Speaker.   She has been in the wellness industry for 22 years and she founded Living Light Ayurveda in the fall of 2015. Her zone of genius is in creating BODY TYPE nutrition and lifestyle programs for high performing humans. Kendra is a best-selling author, has written for multiple wellness newsletters and online magazines, and she has spoken on several podcasts and international summits. She offers masterclasses, webinars, retreats, the “Your Happy Body” Course, and group and private coaching programs. Her latest project is “The Happy Body Summit” coming up November 23-25th with 30 heart-centred humans from across…

Shawna is the non-stop-shopper-turned-persistent-declutter-er behind Practically Minimal. After too many years of over-buying and battling with overstuffed closets, Shawna began to wonder if less may actually be more. She started exploring minimalism about six years ago and hasn’t looked back. Today through her blog, Virtual Decluttering Parties and clutter-clearing programs, Shawna helps people clean up and simplify their homes, offices and digital spaces so that they can focus on what makes them happy and successful.

“ When all is said and done, we’re just walking each other home.” -Ram Dass  This quote is currently guiding my day-to-day experience as my life unfolds. This pandemic has been tough on everyone and I am so grateful for my community of support through it all. When I started my business 6 years ago, I had no idea that it would become a catalyst for my own personal healing.   I own an inclusive and adaptive yoga studio, but we are so much more then that! We are a community of like-minded people, walking each other home. Personal and spiritual growth has always been a priority for me and…

My dream was to be a fashion designer as I have a love for trends in fashion. While my dream did not pan out as planned I have been fortunate to take my creative flair into the eyewear industry. Since 2007, I’ve been in partnership with my sister Kristiena, has been managing the Eye Care Group, Jasper Ave, Whyte Avenue location & St.Albert locations. Since the eye care business was always a vital part of Kim’s childhood, it was her parents’ wish that she and Kristiena would one day take over the practice. This, in combination with her passion for vision care, motivated me to become a licensed optician and…

Zandra Bell, author, motivational humorist, and inspirational innovator, is the driving force behind the unique infotainment company, “at wit’s end” Inspirational Hilarity, a keynote speaking venture which targets the North American business sector’s needs and objectives.