Has her educational and professional background in Social Policy and International Relations. She has been practicing Social Work for over two decades. During that time she has focused on the areas child welfare and mental health. Her main goal has been teaching and learning communication techniques that work effectively and efficiently. Her belief is that healthy communication is the foundation for a healthy and fulfilling life.

On a creative level, Gurbeen has been writing as long as she could hold a pen and has over the last couple of years used film to further her artistic expression and capture that of others. She has lived in Iran, India, Canada and the United States and has traveled extensively and this helps her to tell the untold story in unique ways.

Gurbeen has taught communications and other courses to help others learn to live the lives they love and do so powerfully! Toronto is her home, where her heart has grown roots and soul attachments. Her love for Rumi and the spirit that connects us all inspires her to stand of truth and justice in art, in life, in all.

Erin's professional and educational background is as a sociologist, researcher, and teacher. While working on a PhD, Erin also runs a successful healing practice from home. Erin has a wealth of experience in working with learners from diverse backgrounds: "To me, teaching is a beautiful opportunity to explore the connections between people who (previously) thought they were separate, isolated, or alone. From this perspective, I see teaching Reiki and Core Beliefs workshops as the perfect means to bring together the pivotal aspects of my inner purpose: healer and teacher".

When asked to describe Erin's teaching style, former Reiki student wrote to Erin, "You have a beautiful energy about you and your insight into situations, feelings and people's words is pure wisdom and love--a lot of love. You seem to hear what people say and your responses are filled with peace".

Working within the generous teaching traditions of mentors like Aangen's Dora Miceli, Erin teaches a synthesis of shamanic healing modalities and the ancient practice of Reiki. In this way, the Reiki classroom invites students to connect to the healing energy of the divine. In so doing, the student becomes another beautiful pathway for that energy to enter the lives of others through healing interactions.

Certified in hypnotherapy and past life regression, Tarek is currently working towards becoming certified in training others as hypnotherapists as well. Tarek has always been fascinated with the mind and helping people change their lives and views hypnotherapy as his true calling and main purpose in life. Tarek has successfully helped clients with relationship, sex, self esteem, fear, smoking and weight loss issues. He assists people in releasing limiting and negative beliefs, replacing them with empowering ones.

"We are just starting to experience the infinite power of our minds."

Has a bachelor degree in English literature and has a teaching background. His passions for the media industry led him to work in radio for 2 years in Africa and 2 years in Canada before starting his own Production Company. His main goal is to change and affect lives in a positive way through the different projects he has been working on.

Patrick has also an experience in event planning and implementation, and he has initiated a humanitarian project in 2002 in Burundi (Africa) in partnership with Canadian journalists.

He has a passion for sports, especially Basketball and has been a Basketball coach for more than 7 years in Burundi where he led his team for 3 consecutive championships and more than 15 other trophies.

Patrick is currently the president of Vizhen Consulting Centre (a company specialized in Education, Media and Technology and Business development) and he is the Co-president of a Marketing company.

Larissa studied English literature and philosophy at U of T and visual art studies in Melbourne, Australia as well as Toronto.

Her work experience is in teaching, technical writing and design of training workshops on equity and other issues. In 2007-08, Larissa produced a training package for use by educators and teacher candidates at OISE. Most recently Larissa taught a short course in watercolour painting to participants in the Inspirations Studio program, a project affiliated with Sistering, the women's service agency (2007). For the past several years Larissa has pursued her own studies in particular forms of visual art including drawing, print-making and painting, and meditation and self-awareness practices.

Nuria Cano is full time Real Estate Representative serving the GTA community. She works with both buyers and sellers for Commercial and Residential properties. Nuria is bilingual, in both English and Spanish

For a long time I wondered why change was so difficult – both the unwanted changes that challenge us, as well as those changes we hope to bring about to improve ourselves. I was fascinated by courses in behavior and psychology while studying for my MBA. Later, I enrolled in a Masters of Education program out of a desire to try to better understand change. What I found was that almost all of the change strategies commonly practiced are pretty ineffectual. I chanced upon Mindfulness in 1987 and was fascinated by it. Over time, I saw how powerfully it changed my life for the better, as well as the lives of others who practiced it. In 1996, I felt the desire to share my knowledge and experience with others. Since then, I’ve helped thousands learn this powerful technology, often with extremely positive, life altering results. I’ve been told by many, that I have a gift – that I’m able to present Mindfulness in simple, clear ways that virtually everyone finds understandable, practical and very useful.

Jack Cunningham's primary interest is in understanding the mind and behaviour in order to fulfill human potential. He has reflected this in the diversity of his studies and career choices. With a BA, Diploma in Counselling, certifications in Adult Education, Life Skills Coaching, Training and Development, Psychological Assessments, and Employment Counselling, Jack has helped many people make change and achieve their goals over the years. His most recent project was the design of The Art of Business: Career Planning for Artists for the Cultural Careers Council of Ontario, taught to twenty artists from all fields.

For the past seven years Jack has focused on spirituality and on stress management, combining extensive readings about the human brain with readings from Buddhist writers, to better understand the mind. He practices Mindfulness meditation and uses it as part of Stress Management workshops he delivers. He is the creator of Desk Gym an ergonomic product for the office. Jack's first career was in the arts as a published and internationally produced playwright, filmmaker, and television scriptwriter.

Christina M. Demeester, B.A. Consciousness Studies, M.A. Transpersonal Psychology, founder of N.E.W. and co-founder of The Canadian Centre for Professional Coaching in Toronto was born, raised and educated in Belgium.

In 2003, Christina graduated from the Institute for Life Coach Training and became a certified life coach in 2005. She then underwent additional training in 'Relationship Coaching for Couples' using the Conscious Relationship Coaching Model.

Through formal training and her own life experiences, Christina has lived a happy, healthy, well balanced and fulfilling life, in spite of moves, transitions, changes and the small and big surprises, challenges and opportunities that life can and often presents us with. She has been married to Johan for over thirty years. They have three children.

Happy to be back in Toronto since 2001, Christina is delighted to share her expertise in the field. She is passionate about guiding, teaching, supporting and coaching individuals and couples who too would like to live a happy, healthy, well balanced and fulfilling life.

Kat takes great pride in being the top performing Funeral Preplanning Professional in Canada for the fourth time because it is a testimony to her life long love of learning in discovering and providing the best resources for her clients all in one place so they can get on with their business of living.

In the words of one client: “Her personal touch, her soft sell and her pleasant (and humorous) manner gave me the encouragement to go ahead with a plan. I felt completely at ease with her and no question was unanswered.”

Delivering excellent service to clients is the goal. Kat is offering, only to the professionals that are serious, a “Life - Matters Professional Review” that will give the practical and financial benefits to assist you in providing the excellent service your clients have come to expect. www.katdowney.com

Dee is a pleasure activist who believes our sexualities are one our greatest tools for connection with the divine. She has been studying sexuality at York University since 2000, and has recently completed her Sexuality Certificate. She is currently studying representations of female sexuality for her Master's degree. Dee has been practicing Hatha yoga for 13 years, and is interested in meditation, philosophy, eastern religion, and her cats.

Pam Gerrand is a singer/songwriter/sound healer with a passion for personal and planetary healing and transformation. Drawing from her background in theatre, music, yoga, meditation and ancient chant, Pam has created a unique performing/teaching style that has been described as a blend between 'the shamanic and the bardic'.

The voice of the Divine Feminine is awake and alive in the vibrant love that is the essence of Pam's words and music. It has been said that Pam's voice is 'a living invitation to step into the wilderness of your undefended heart, and dance with your soul.'

Pam has performed and led workshops across Canada, and at festivals in the UK and Sweden. Recently, Pam had the honour of opening for keynote talks given by Deepak Chopra and Margaret Trudeau, at forums devoted to emotional wellness. For more information please visit pamgerrand.com.

Marla's diverse trainings and certifications range from the ancient healing techniques of Tibetan Acupressure to the cutting edge of Energy Medicine and Energy Psychology. Her contagious enthusiasm for life carries over into her practice and teaching. Her goal towards health and well-being is to seamlessly incorporate all of her skills into all that she does in the complementary health field. Marla teaches workshops in the community and to corporate groups.

Jessica Haberman began studying anatomy, physiology, massage and bodywork in the early nineties in Canada. Inspired by her own recovery from dance injuries and car accidents she became keenly fascinated by the physical and emotional aspects of the healing process. In 1998 she moved to Boulder, Colorado where she completed a two year Associate Degree in Massage Therapy, was certified in Advanced Myofascial Release and also trained in Craniosacral Therapy. She enjoyed a successful massage therapy practice in Boulder over the last 7 years and is now happy to be back in her hometown offering massage and bodywork.

Allan Hassoun works as Empowerment Coach assisting clients to find true happiness in their lives. With over 15 years of experience in energy based modalities including Quantum Touch, Reiki, Therapeutic Touch and the working principles of Law Of Attraction, Allan and his wife have led many groups and individuals alike to release those beliefs which bind them to current situations while at the same teaching how to implant new thoughts that attract a brighter future reality. According to Allan and Donna, Dowsing is probably the most effective tool to empower and individual to make good decisions for themselves and take their power back from those who believe to know what is best for someone else.

Lindsay C. Karabanow is currently a practicing real estate professional, living and working in Toronto's West End. She began hosting seminars on real estate right in the first year as a realtor, as she firmly believes that an informed choice is an empowered choice. As a single "mom-preneur" of 2 amazing human beings, Lindsay started an organic food business, serving delicious Trinidadian-style roti. She has also dabbled in fine arts, and studied process-based art therapy for 2 years, full-time.

Email: Lindsay@powerofpositive.ca

Pippa's journey toward a career in energy medicine began in 1997 when she received acupuncture treatment for a knee injury sustained while trekking in Nepal. Convinced of the healing power of acupuncture, she enrolled at the Ontario College of Traditional Chinese Medicine (OCTCM) and graduated with a diploma in 2006.

She believes that the wisdom of the body can heal itself. Her aim is to help you initiate healing within your mind, body and spirit. An external student, she continues study to enhance her skills to share with patients.

Patricia Koine, B.A. (Hons), Reiki Practitioner, Shiatsu Therapist. Born in Kenya and now living in Toronto, Patricia is a Human Rights, Social Justice & Health activist/advocate working in Community Mental Health as a therapist and counsellor.

In addition Patricia has recently integrated a private Holistic Practice – Zawadi Healing Gifts where she will dedicate part of her time to engage in alternative health options that optimize and activate the body’s natural healing system. Patricia is passionate about well being and has facilitated workshops on healthy lifestyle choices since 1998.

Sairupa Krishnamurti has been studying Hatha Yoga for over 7 years, with several inspirational teachers in Canada as well as South East Asia. Sairupa became a teacher of yoga in 2007 through the School of Integrative Yoga Therapy with socially conscious yoga teacher & therapist Heather Greaves.

Sairupa is presently working and studying at the Center for Ayurveda and Indian Systems of Healing (CAISH). She has completed her Ayurvedic Counselor training, and is currently working towards completing her Ayurvedic Therapist Diploma, under the guidance of Ismat Nathani, and other gifted Doctor’s and faculty members. Sairupa’s teaching approach focuses on the whole individual, creating a safe and non-judgmental space to engage in self-care at the level of involvement you are comfortable with.

Sandra has a B.A. in Economics. She is a Registered Psychotherapist and is certified to work with children under the age of eighteen using Hypnosis. She is one of seven professionals to be Board Certified for Hypnosis in Canada by the National Guild of Hypnotists. She has a certification in Neuro-Linguistical Programming (N.L.P), a technique to rapidly alter behaviour patterns. Sandra has trained and worked with a Toronto based Psychiatrist. Through her experiences she has developed an improved understanding of the mind-body connection to which she applies a soul-full approach. Currently, she teaches A Course In Miracles.

Has had no formal education past high school, but with persistence and determination he has initiated and continued a process of unending self-education which has inspired him to become an authority on human development. Michael's passion to learn and his hunger to realize greatness in himself and others has set him on a journey to achieve greatness.

His mission is simple: to help human beings become extraordinary and organizations get to world-class. When individuals begin to think, feel and act like leaders they become part of the solution rather than part of the problem. And when each of us shows leadership behavior, we elevate our personal lives, our families, our organization, our communities and our world. Michael is currently one of the founders of Vizhen (pronounced: Vision) Consulting Center (a company specialized in Education, Media and Technology and Business development) and is also developing innovative financial models that will change the way individuals participate in online peer communities.

Is a mother of two, a healer and teacher to many a successful business woman. She has been practicing healing modalities for over 25 years. She started as an esthetician and came into her spiritual and healing journey through an inspirational vision. She practices Intuitive Massage, Reflexology, Reiki, Aroma Therapy, Crystal Healing, Gem Stone Therapy, and many other modalities. Her passion lies in Native American healing modalities taught to her by a Mohawk Elder. Dora's humility would not let her verbalize that she is a Shaman in her own right.

Most recently she has universally inspired by the love of mother earth and humanity and is driven to seek ancient wisdom and growth for everyone. She offers her teachings to all at affordable rates as she believes that in every home there is healer and together through practicing spiritual teachings we uplift and support each other on our journeys.

Yvonne Mollinga is a Certified Management Accountant who has changed her life completely in the last 5 years. Yvonne healed her life by tuning into her angels & guides who taught her how to love herself and others. Yvonne is a clairvoyant, clairaudient, claircognizent and clairsentient. Yvonne's primary life purpose is to serve humanity as a healer. Yvonne is able to communicate with animals, crystals, plants and hear the earth's vibrations. Yvonne believes the term "God" is a universal power and is non-denominational. Yvonne now owns a spa in Oakville, Ontario and works as an energy healer and Angel Therapy Practitioner® yvonnemollinga.ca.

Renee Pilgrim has been practicing acupuncture and other modalities of Chinese Medicine for over two years. She has worked with traditional medicines and holistic care for ten. Her experience includes lifestyle counseling; facilitating workshops on healthy and pleasure focused sexual practices; and continues toward an anti oppressive politic. Renee believes in our evolution as beings and in her practice encourages self-growth, development and healing. Email - acupuncture@reneepilgrim.com.

Tanya Pillay is an NGH-Certified Hypnotist practicing Motivational Hypnotism in Toronto's Annex. Tanya trained at the Ontario Hypnosis Centre where she also learned Gestalt principles of coaching with Dr. Ron Alexander. In addition to private practice, she enjoys demystifying self hypnosis for groups who wish to optimize their thoughts and release limiting beliefs. Areas of expertise include public speaking, performance, posture, TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Syndrome), and IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) in addition to the usual weighloss and smoking cessation. You can find her at www.HypnoSage.com.

Alice Quon is a Reiki Master with over five years experience. She deals mainly with cancer patients. She believes the body can heal itself if we just listen to it....

Erica has been involved in the creative, spiritual and healing arts for over 30 years. She offers her wisdom as a group and workshop facilitator, dancer, artist (OCA Graduate), certified hypnotherapist and traveller. Along with her skill and experience in dance and art, she has training in Chi Kung, Kriya Yoga, Reiki, breath work, Buddhist meditation, creative visualization, African drumming, mythic writing, empathy, focusing and compassionate listening.

Erica is co-founder of "Expressive Healing"; the home and umbrella for her work. For 8 years she has lead groups at Sheena's Place, a support organization for people with eating disorders and body image issues. Erica brings to her clients an appreciation of the whole self- emotion, body, mind, energy and soul; and an honouring of the present moment. Erica transmits her vision that all people are exquisitely unique, and believes in limitless possibilities for change and healing. Please visit her website danceourwayhome.com.

Rupinder Singh has been a Community Development Worker for over 30 years. He began Community Kitchens and delighted scores of people with South Asian Buffets for many years. He has also specialized in South Asian catering.

His passion for cooking has been enjoyed by everyone including the seniors and youths he was mandated to assist. His drive to help in the development and coordination of community resources has encouraged community members into better intercultural understanding. His work of self-empowerment has been essential to community groups, especially those that work with newcomers to Canada. He has developed and operated food projects, and food banks.

To receive is a gift. To give is a blessing. To do both, is Limitless.

Ashima Suri is a Communications and Cultural studies graduate, and has studied human behaviour and language for over 10 years. Combined with her educational background and her passion in working and serving the community, Ashima dedicates much of her life to counselling and facilitating workshops to people from all walks of life. Her commitment to finding new ways in achieving a healthy balance in life inspires her to not only educate others but to also learn from people who have discovered the path to a higher bliss.

Ashima currently works as an Employment Specialist, Community Based Freelance Writer and Speaker, Performer and Choreographer.

Her most recent achievement is her newest creation called Limitless Productions. Limitless Productions is designed to motivate, uplift and inspire others to use their creativity to create positive change. A mind with limitless thought can do wonders whether it is at home, school, in the community or across the world.

Through Limitless, Ashima has designed new innovative and interactive workshops that will promise to be energizing and inspiring.

Libby Thevakunnel has been a licensed Mortgage Agent for almost 10 years. Her professional experience extends beyond having brokered millions of dollars in mortgages, trained with industry leaders, published industry articles and having had the pleasure and success of serving innumerable clients. Libby’s passion is people. Not only has she spent her time building her business but also building her relationships. She was created a great network of individuals who together support one another and each others clients. She is currently the President of the Marketeers BNI chapter in Markham and holds the position of Secretary Treasurer for a not for profit Music fund in Toronto.