Often there are events for women — women in business, women at home, and women around the world. No matter the context, gathering a group of individuals together for a weekend of networking, inspiration, and conversation is always a good thing, which is why I’ll share some information about “Becoming She – a premiere one-day women’s leadership development event” taking place February 7th at a lovely resort on the Sunshine Coast.
Through a series of discussions and coaching exercises, and advice offered by our guests, you will witness a possible perception shift and leave with a framework and personal action plan that will allow you to begin your own personal ascent in taking your leadership capabilities and your lives to the highest level, the ascent into Becoming She.
Speakers include
Dr. Hazel Henderson, a global leader in placing the environment’s health above profits. She is a world renowned futurist, evolutionary economist, a worldwide syndicated columnist, award winning author and international keynote speaker, and founder of Ethical Markets Media.
Dr. Riane Eisler, proposes a new economics that gives visibility and value to the most essential human work, the work of caring for people and the planet. She is President of the Center for Partnership Studies, an international speaker, and award-winning author.
Nancy Rivard, founded Airline Ambassadors, a charity that has hand-delivered over $46 million of aid to children in 52 countries in orphanages, clinics and remote communities worldwide.
Dr. Nancy Roof, PhD, believes we are the first generation called to the task of co-creating a sustainable and compassionate global civilization. She is the Founder and Editor-in-Chief of the integral global journal Kosmos.
Becoming She will take place at the fabulous Painted Boat Resort — meaning spa services and entertainment will be readily available. Tickets are $199 including lunch (and the ferry ride is super cheap over to Langdale). Overnight packages are available and if you’re with a group (a table of 8 guests is $1500). More information is available through CSJ Events.
I’ll be heading back to GM Place to meetup with other Canucks Fan Zone bloggers, podcasters and content creators for the Canucks’ official live blog. We’ll be sitting at our kiosk near section 111 so feel free to stop by and say hi. We record live video and audio hits, blog, post photos on the fly, do live polls, and give opinions on the game. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩
I’ve written enough about the Pattullo Bridge over the years that this aging decrepit structure has warranted its own tag; from asbestos in the deck, possible tolls, to lanes that are dangerously slim. Early this morning a fire broke out under its deck, forcing those who depend on it as a Fraser River crossing to take detours.
The Pattullo Bridge is closed after a fire affecting its supports on the Surrey side, raising fears it could be shut for months. Bridge engineers are now inspecting the damage. TransLink spokesman Ken Hardie said nobody should plan to use the bridge tomorrow. He said the worst case scenario is the bridge could be closed for months if major structural repairs are required. [Surrey Leader]
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A wooden section near the south end of the bridge caught fire. According to TransLink, an arsonist may have been responsible. TransLink engineers examined the damaged trestle to determine if it must be replaced, and Hardie is now saying it “looks like an extended closure.” TransLink is meeting this afternoon with RCMP and transport ministry officials to develop a plan for the area. That will be followed by an announcement from TransLink CEO Tom Prendergast and Transportation Minister Kevin Falcon at 4:30 p.m. [The Province]
To say that this will disrupt the commuting situation is an understatement. 80,000 commuters will be diverted to the Port Mann and Alex Fraser, while hopefully there are some extra SkyTrains running to help get tens of thousands of people to work and back. The Pattullo is an enormous part of our region’s transportation infrastructure and it’s pretty terrible that even after over a dozens deaths due to its narrow lanes and crumbling structure there are still no signs of its replacement on the horizon.
Update: Experts are projecting that the closure will last “from 4 to 6 weeks”. No bikes will be allowed on SkyTrain to accommodate the extra passengers and trains will run earlier, from 4:30am.
Update: Commuters should look at transit as an option. This morning I heard that SkyTrains were no more full than usual however it took about 1.5 hours to go only a few blocks in heavy traffic for the other bridges and routes.
Think you’re fierce enough for the reality TV spotlight on top of runway fame? Canada’s Next Top Model will be stopping by Brentwood Town Centre today looking for local girls to be contestants on its third season.
Rules for trying out:
Please wear a skirt and body conscious clothing, with a two piece swimsuit under your clothing.
Bring or wear high heel shoes (bring the highest heels you own!).
You should wear no makeup other than lip gloss, and long hair should be pulled back in a ponytail.
You must bring proof of age (photo ID) such as a passport, driver’s license or health card with photo.
If you are underage you must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.
When: Today, Friday January 16, 4:00pm until 9:00pm
Where: Brentwood Town Centre (4567 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby, BC) – (Centre Court, Lower Level)
When I was in Iowa my sister-in-law told me about a BC woman who is currently on The Bachelor, and we also have local fashion designer Kim Cathers who is currently on Project Runway Canada. Best of luck to those who try out, and make sure you book some time for a Miss604.com interview before you’re shipped off to the show if you make the cut.
The other day my good friend Keira wrote a post called, This is What’s Awesome. At a time when holidays are far off in the distance and the city is covered with a dull layer of fog, it’s sometimes nice to just have a little fun (if even by way of a blog post) and remember some things that make you smile. Continue reading this post ⟩⟩
