There’s no denying that change is hard, but we all have the ability to accept change for what it is: an opportunity that can be a fresh start – we just have to treat it as one. In this workshop, Jane Enright, author of Butter Side Up: How I Survived My Most Terrible Year & Created My Super Awesome Life teaches us how to look at change positively, inspires us to look for what makes us happy, and helps us…

Free weekly mindfulness group that focuses on your well-being and guides you through practices to lower anxiety, boost memory & focus. Classes occur Mondays at 3:00pm. Drop-in for a specific session or attend weekly. Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408 or email renate.ahapov@von.ca August 8th - Mental Noting Meditation August 15th - Chair Yoga & Guided Meditation

Free support & discussion groups for anyone in a caregiving role. Meet others going through similar experiences, learn coping strategies and share your thoughts in a safe space. Registration is required. Please contact Renate Ahapov at 905-523-1055 x 408 or email renate.ahapov@von.ca. (Virtual & in-person). Mornings: When: Friday, August 12th, 2022 from 10:30am-12:00pm Where: 400 Victoria Ave N., Hamilton, ON L8L 5G8 Afternoons: When: Wednesday, August 10th, 2022 from 2:00pm-3:30pm Where: Online

The AGAT Foundation Charity Classic has evolved into a fundraising event dedicated to bringing “Patient Financial Assistance and Support “ to cancer patients in our local communities across Alberta . With the help of loyal supporters and generous donors, over $1.37 Million in net proceeds have been raised for the Alberta Cancer Foundation “Patient Financial Assistance Program and Patient Navigator Program”.

Ashenda Festival is a intergenerational traditional Tigrayan celebration of femininity. Ashenda is a colourful annual event with food, live music, dancing and singing. Tigrayan women and girls of all faiths wear traditional white dresses with beautiful embroidery and accessories. All are welcome! This year the festival takes on new meaning as it will also highlight how Tigrayan women and girls have been prime targets in the genocidal war on Tigray that started in Nov 2020. Their bodies have become a…