Talks, activities, and workshops to support you in living your best life!
BE WELL at NACI
November 27, 2020
Welcome to Be Well At NACI 2020 - Virtual Edition! Navigate through the website by clicking the buttons below or continue to scroll through this page to learn more about wellness!
Mindfullness
What is mindfulness?
"Mindfulness is the basic human ability to be fully present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us."
Sweat
Why sweat?
"'Feel-good' chemicals in the brain, known as endorphins, are released by the brain during physical activity and help to improve mood, energy levels and even sleep. Together, these positive effects help to improve self-confidence and resilience."
Connection
Human connection.
"Social connection can lower anxiety and depression, help us regulate our emotions, lead to higher self-esteem and empathy, and actually improve our immune systems. By neglecting our need to connect, we put our health at risk."
- cmha.ca
meet the 2020 speakers
ANASTASIA VIRGINILLO, YOUTH WELLNESS NETWORK
"Anastasia is a co-active coach and a certified yoga and mindfulness teacher, with a specialty in working with children and adolescents. [She] has traditionally loved to connect with others to rewrite their stories and help them through their struggles. She strives to become a better version of herself through her presentations and workshops, while ultimately bringing out the best versions of others in the process"
- Youth Wellness Network
LEAH ARMSTRONG, RN, BScN
Humber College Clinical Nursing Instructor and Public Health Nurse with over 20 years of experience promoting health and wellness in diverse communities. She leads a team of nursing students (which you can see below) to support wellness initiatives at NACI annually.
Erica Buccella
3rd year Nursing student with a background in Psychology, Addictions & Mental Health.
Pavandeep Hothi
3rd year Nursing student with a BSc in Biology.
Harsimran Singh
Registered Practical Nurse and 3rd year Registered Nurse, nursing student.
Ubah Sulub
3rd year Nursing student pursing Bachelor of Nursing degree.
Zulema Ramirez Perez
3rd year Nursing student and avid traveller!
Sam Vilchez
3rd year Nursing student from Brampton, ON.
Elizabeth Tagalen
Registered Practical Nurse and 3rd year nursing student.
Nadine Mahadeo
3rd year Nursing student and experienced Paediatric volunteer at Brampton Civic Hospital.
Donovan Mckenzie, Heart of a Man
"Donovan’s experience with depression and PTSD has made him passionate about ending the stigma. By sharing his story in a vulnerable and creative way, he challenges listeners to shift perspectives and develop the courage to reach out for help. Donovan is a [Toronto] community mental health advocate with special interest in men’s issues. He has spent years helping people to challenge ideas about what it means to be a man.. through his organization Heart of a Man"
-heartofaman.com
*This video has not been recording specifically for NACI *
SOCASIZE FITNESS
Socacize® Fitness is a creative blend of authentic Caribbean and African dance techniques, in harmony with effective fitness moves, resulting in a unique, non judgmental and exhilarating dance fitness program.
DEVIKA PERSAUD, REXDALE COMMUNITY HEALTH CENTRE
Youth Worker at the Rexdale Community Health Centre (RCHC) for 15 years in various capacities. Facilitates workshops on Healthy Relationships, Body Image/Self-esteem tied into Social Media, Sexual Health 101, Sexual Harassment and Consent, and Internet bullying and safety.
Amanda, New Leaf Foundation
Senior Program Facilitator and Mentor for Toronto-based New Leaf Foundation. "New Leaf Foundation is... dedicated to bringing mindfulness and yoga-based tools into spaces that are least-served and often most stigmatized, increasing access to positive resources for youth who face violence, neglect, poverty and marginalization, providing opportunity to build resilience, self-empowerment and leadership."
- newleaffoundation.com
*This video has not been recorded specifically for NACI*Charlie Dark, Run Dem Crew
"After years of running with a small group of DJs in the middle of the night, Charlie started Run Dem Crew in 2007 as a running club for “people who don’t consider themselves runners.” Grown from a casual run around the neighbourhood to one of the most influential run crews in the world, the Run Dem now has more than 500 members. A former DJ, poet, writer, spoken-word artist and father, Charlie takes to the streets of London in off-hours to look for his meditative flow."
-lululemon.com
*This video has not been recorded specifically for NACI*
WIN A PRIZE
DON'T FORGET TO COMPLETE THE FEEDBACK SURVEY AFTER YOUR WORKSHOP TO ENTER INTO A DRAW TO WIN ONE OF EIGHT ANDROID COMPUTER TABLETS! SEE WORKSHOP TAB FOR SURVEY LINK.
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“When “I” is replaced by “We” even illness becomes wellness”
— Malcom X