TLC Health and Wellness Fair
Panels & Sessions
Morning Sessions - 10:00AM - 10:45AM
Creative Writing Demo - Bill (William) Atkinson
Join Bill Atkinson, Professor and Internationally published Novelist in this new Introduction to Creative Writing.
A Lecture in the foundations of creative writing which will include a multi-genre survey of fiction, nonfiction, and poetry.
Barcode: TLCCreativeWriting
Diabetes-Controlling It & Pain That Comes With It - Anusha Iyer, R.Ph
Coles Pharmacy presents Diabetes: 1. Factors affecting blood sugars 2. Role of diet and lifestyle in Diabetes management 3. Medication management 4. Insulin - Pros and Cons 5. Right way of checking blood sugars and lab work 6. Managing Diabetic Neuropathy.
Barcode: TLCDiabetes
Heart Transplant Recipient - Putting it to Good Use - Dwight Kroening
When he was 26 years old, Dwight Kroening found himself clinging to life in a Phoenix Hospital, waiting for a new heart. He received that new heart and 25 years later is still putting it to good use. He became the first person with someone else’s heart in his chest to complete an Ironman Triathlon: which is 3.8km swim, 180 km bicycle ride, and 49 km run.
Barcode: TLCHeart
Physiotherapy with YW Physiotherapy - Yung Wong
What is Orthopedic Physiotherapy? Orthopedic physiotherapy refers to the treatment of injuries or pain arising from the musculoskeletal system, including bones, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and soft tissues.
Barcode: TLCPhysiotherapy
Tai Chi Benefits & Demo - Leslie Sarabin
The most popular and widely practiced Tai Chi style throughout the world, Yang Tai Chi is a progressive series of slow moving, gentle exercises that stretch, tone and relax the muscles. Other benefits include improved focus and concentration and increased energy.
Barcode: TLCTaiChi
Mid-Morning Sessions - 11:15AM - 12:00PM
Belly Dancing - Marie Schieman
Belly dance is primarily a torso-driven dance, with an emphasis on articulations of the hips. The focus of the dance is on isolations of the torso muscles, rather than on movements of the limbs through space. Marie will show us Percussive, Fluid, and Shimmies, shivers and vibrations movement!
Barcode: TLCBellyDancing
Custom Braces - Technology for Motion - Karl Hager
Karl Hager Limb & Brace Ltd. has seen many changes over the years. They have endeavoured to provide disabled Canadians with the best available "technology for motion". We pride ourselves on the service and products we provide. They have become very well known over the years for its custom-made knee orthoses. Most of the custom items we provide are designed and hand crafted in our onsite laboratory in Edmonton.
Barcode: TLCCustomBraces
Healing Connections Osteopathy & CranioSacral - Colton Desrocher
Learn how Osteopathy and CranioSacral Therapy support the body’s structure and function to reduce pain, improve alignment, and enhance overall wellbeing. This presentation will explore how these therapies can help with common concerns such as joint stiffness, nerve pain, and reduced mobility.
Barcode: TLCOsteopathy
Trading my Sofa for a Bicycle Bike Tours - Robert Fletcher
Robert Fletcher has been exploring the world on two wheels for decades, with long-distance rides dating back to the 1970s. In this inspiring and entertaining presentation, he shares how stepping beyond comfort zones, staying active, and embracing curiosity have shaped his journeys. Through stories from around the world, he reveals what slow travel has taught him about people, resilience, kindness, and the joy of continuing to explore at any age. Trading his sofa in for a Bicycle.
Barcode: TLCTradingMySofa
Understanding Funding Options for Homecare - Daniela Baez, Qualicare
Gain insights into the variety of funding programs available for home care, how to access them, and ways to plan for affordable, high-quality support at home with Qualicare.
Barcode: TLCFundingOptions
Afternoon Sessions - 1:15PM - 2:00PM
Caring for the Caregiver - TLCCaring Gina Vliet
Caring for the caregiver involves prioritizing physical, mental, and emotional well-being to prevent burnout through self-care, seeking support, and setting boundaries. Essential strategies include accepting help, using respite services, maintaining social connections, and attending to one's own health.
Barcode: TLCCaring
Dogs with Wings - Piera Angotti
Our mission: To empower individuals by partnering them with highly trained accredited dogs. Our vision: To transform lives, one moment at a time, through our commitment to wellness and support for all while advancing the assistance dog sector. At Dogs with Wings, We breed, train, place and support Service Dogs, Facility Dogs and Therapy Dogs across Western Canada from our school in Edmonton, AB.
Barcode: TLCDogs
Ebikes -with Ebikes Edmonton - TLCEbikes Seth with Ebikes Edmonton
Convenience and Adventure in one Ebike. Discover the Freedom of the ride and make it an easier ride. From Daily commute to Scenic Routes. Join Seth from Ebikes Edmonton and find out how to make getting outside easier and accessible.
Barcode: TLCEbikes
Mocktails - Juan
Join Juan from Rogers Place as he brings Non alcoholic beverages to the front of your event. Enjoy many “unspirited” lively drinks either at home or for your next gathering.
Barcode: TLCMocktails
Yoga for Happy Hips - Dagmar Sanchez
This workshop focuses on improving hip mobility, balance and confidence in everyday movement. Using chair-supported and standing yoga poses, participants will explore safe, functional movements that support walking, stability and overall comfort. Through gentle, guided movement using chair support and standing options, participants will safely improve hip mobility, strengthen supporting muscles, and reduce stiffness - all in a relaxed, encouraging environment. This workshop is not about flexibility or performance. It's about feeling steadier on your feet, more comfortable getting in and out of chairs, and more confident in daily movement.
Barcode: TLCHappyhips