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Creating Wellness Through Engaged Art
Instructor Training Program

"I thought this training was very good for coming up with new ideas for activities and programs. It was presented in a manner that really encouraged refection and critical thinking about what the youth need and deserve, which was very beneficial. I am also happy that the focus was photography, as that is something that is accesable and possible for the youth in our community. I thought the trainer was very good. I enjoyed her style and manner of presenting the information, as well as the way she structured the workshop. I enjoyed the activities and that that she kept the sessions engaging and fun while also giving us lots of useful information and ideas.".
Marc Lytle - Lutselk'e Dene Girst Nation

"I know now to be more observant and aware of the youth. To ask questions, maing sure their points are raised and heard and being careful not to brush aside their meanings. The trainr was very good. Honest and open, shared a lot of stories. Allowed time to be creative and share. I enjoyed the group activities and the group participation."
Julie Burke - Community Wellnes centre Fort Smith

"Andrea has a visable love and passion for her work. This translates in to ispiration. I am mostly an optomo]=mistic person and have already imagines all the ways I can use what has been put forward. Sincere, realistic, inspiring, articulate. WELL DONE!"
Sandi Hiemer - Montana Schopol Ponoka AB

"Yes, this training has brought many new ideas and activities to use when working with youth. I also learnt that their are many different ways to go about working with problems and a group. Everyone is differenet so you just need to deal with everyone in their own way.
Excellent trainer, explains everything clearly and use great techniques to show the differenr ways to deal with youth and ourselves. She listens and show examples. GOOD JOB! Great conference."
Stephanie Ross - Tetlit Gwichin Council Fort MacPherson

"I enjoyed learning the different activities you can do with art and Ostinatos and learning about the six diseases. Even though everything was packed into 3 days. It wasn't overwhelming it was awesome.

"I loved the energy, the soft calm voice and how Andrea can get the group motivated. I ebjoyed the enthusiasm and stories Rolf shared. Can not wait till the next training. Alicia Vance - Kwanlin Dun FN Whitehorse

"Good Trainer-an excellent teacher who knows and understands life". - Ivy Houle - Onion Lake Family Services Onion Lake SK

"I enjoyed the excercises-the Ostinados. Excellent everything was clear and understanding. Just need to know when level 2 is." Adrian Snowball - Naicathewenin FN

"I enjoyed everything about the training. Learnt so much! All the activities were great., Very interactive. You are the best. Have the next training soon". Jackie Callahan - Kwanlin Dun First Nation, Whitehorse Yukon

"Would recommend it highly" - Justin Carre - Wellness Worker - Fort Sinpson N

Creating Wellness Instructor Intro Seminar

Belleville - Sudbury - London - Winnipeg - Regina - Thunderbay - Halifax - Val D'or

Timmins - Ottawa - Nanaimo - Kelowna - Whitehorse - Yellowknife - Edmonton - Saskatoon

We went across the country and presented our methodology to the Aboriginal Community on Creating Wellness for the youth, their families and communities. We were amazed at how many of the participants were ready to embrace true change for themselves and the youth they were working with. We also directly experienced how great the need was and how much frustration was expressed by many of our participants. We saw clearly that we are all facing a very serious situation which if not reversed can destroy the fabric of many of our communities.

Below please find just a few of the comments of the participants
of the Creating Wellness Introductory Seminar held across the country.

TESTIMONIALS

EDMONTON, AB

I enjoyed everything: The concepts has substance that is invaluable. I liked how the concepts were presented and the fact their are steps or advise given on how to motivate and empower youth. You provide evidence that this will work!
Lori Pard - Pikani Employment Service - Brocket AB

I would give them the world's highest rating. Opened my eyes on things I knew existed but I didn't know how to approach the problems and subjects. Come out to Garden River, AB and help inspire the parents and elders. Talk to the three communites that make up the Little Red River Cree Nation.
Roberta Alook - Social Development Garden River Alberta

I enjoyed the hands on activities which were fantastic. The presentation was very informative. Well organized. Both were excellent presenters. I never attended a seminar that I got so much from in one day.
Marilyn Augu - Family Enhancement - High Level AB

I enjoyed the excercises on Creativity and Intelligence. The Power of the mind, GILSA and the 6 diseases of people and organizations. I really enjoyed whatever I learnt here and I would rate it very high. The trainers were excellent. This will help me in dealing with the youth and brought ideas in how to do a youth workshop for June 2008.
Glorya Badger

WHITEHORSE, YK

I love the great activities and how they reflect the material being presented. The trainers not only teach us how to motivate, they motivate us as well. Gives me the feeling of "Taking on the World". I am so fortunate to have attended this seminar. I think parents should take this.
Yolaine Pelletier - Health & Social Services Yukon Territory Government

Recognizing the empowering of negativity in ourselves and others all around. We need to focus on "watering" the seeds of possibility and positivity in ourselves and others all around. Both trainers had different techniques which made for a well rounded class.

Lisa Vollans - Young Offenders Facility - Whitehorse

NANAIMO, BC

I enjoyed doing the many activities and how much useful information we were taught and spoken to about in the seminar. The trainers were great, very friendly, very well spoken, they made sure participants participated and made sure you understood and had great stories. I really enjoyed the seminar as being a 20 year old youth I learnt a lot, not only for myself but to further share with my friends and future clients and children I work with in my work environment.

Tara Tait - Aboriginal Mother Centre - East Hastings Vancouver

Knowledgeable in topic. Humerous fun and energetic. Having the ability to encourage people to participate in silly excercises able to turn negative to positive.

Mary Speck - Aboriginal Mother's Center Society

VAL D'OR, QC

Clearly a true picture was presented of how we can work with the youth to awaken their creativity, to understand how entrepreneurship can make them happy or help create for them a brighter future within a world where they can achieve and maintain "wellness". The trainers are well prepared with real life examples to bring about the explanation to the youth which we must carry. This seminar must be brought to more First Nations and other communities to inspire the youth that there is a future and happiness can be achieved.

Lionel Whiteduck - Kitigan Zibi Health and Social Services - Maniwaki, Quebec

I enjoyed the activities, also you dealt with mindfulness, creativity and entrepreneurship. Both of you have special gifts. I enjoyed your seminar. Andrea you inspired us with your musical gifts. Rolf your experience with the First Nations is remarqable. This seminar has and is challenging me to get involved and help create successful people.

Louise Neeposh - Ouje- Bougoumou First Nation

Everything about the entire seminar was very interesting. A lot of group involvement. A lot of humor and laughter along with learning is the perfect combination. Very well informed trainers, well versed in the topics discussed. Both are energetic and dynamic and were able to keep the flow going/.

Lisa Commanada - Kitigan Zibi Band Council

HALIFAX, NS

I enjoyed everything, best of all I was happy with the tools that you gave me that I look forward to utilizing. This is one of the few seminars that give actual tools rather than just the delivery of the information. Excellent Job. Well done, you know your stuff (Awesome) I have attended many seminars but this one is so unlike those others. High Energy, personable but best of all is the passion that eminates from the presenters.

Bernadette Poirier - Mi'Kmaw Family and Children Services - Whycocomagh FN

Very informative and captured the audience. This seminar really opened my eyes and ears!

Justine Maloney - Millbrook First Nation

THUNDERBAY, ON

I enjoyed best the interactions of the facilitators with the group and the Slide show example of stories which were pretty good." Terri Zocolle - Creighton Youth Services, Sioux Lookout, ON.

"The role playing actions, the song making was easily understood and to the point. I want to thank you for having me here, the course was excellent and I recommend it to all." Adrian Snowball -Naicatchewenin First Nation

"Experienced, enthusiastic, insightful and passionate". Krista Lauer -Thunderbay

WINNIPEG, MB

"I would rate the trainers 10. Rolf and Andrea are very good smart and intelligent people. I really liked coming to Winnipeg to listen to them." Sissy Levasseur - Youth - Sandy Bay School - Sandy Bay First Nation, Mb

"Breathing techniques very useful and I will make this a daily excercise to our children and youth before beginning an activity. I enjoyed learning about the deceases of people and how to help youth find a purpose in life.

Virginia Chicago - AAFS - Kenora, ON

Rolf made it interesting especially with his enthusiasm. Andrea was excellent.

Vanessa Skead -Anishnabe Abiniagii Family Services - Kenora, ON

The new information was very enlightening. It really makes you think about your community and your work.

Mike Ross -Opaskwayak Cree Nation - The Pas MB

LONDON ON

"Very, very inspiring. I feel lucky to have attended this seminar. I received - encouragement for mindfullness and breathing techniques.... The encouragement to teach music.... The reminder that business opportunities are unlimited."
Eric Corvers - Teacher Kettle & Stoney Point Hillside School, Forest, On

"Andrea was great. I got good information. Lots to think about in my life, so I can help others."

Brenda Salerno - Magnetawan First Nation

"I enjoyed the enthusiasm from Rolf. There 's tools that I never imagined we could use for our youth".

Sharon Goulais" - Dokis First Nation

"I enjoyed the whole day. I was excited to be able to participate in this workshop and it reminded me that I can only give what I am able to at that moment. Rolf was very energetic - made me feel very welcomed - knowledgeable. Andrea was wonderful - a beautiful woman so much caring and education to share. The singing was a bonus. I appreciated the chance to explore my creativity."

Andrea Paul - Pictou Laning Education, Trenton, Nova Scotia

"Sheer motivation. Variety. Economic Opportunity. Clear and precise. High Energy, uplifting."

Nicole Monague Kettle Point Hillside School

SUDBURY , ON

"I can't believe that I got so much out of this one day seminar! Thank you so much to the both of you. You are both so awesome!" Heather Charles -Chippewas of Georgina Island

"They know what they are talking about! Excellent! They were both motivational speakers in their own different way. They stick to what they are presenting and are very knowledgeable. I want to see you in our community speaking to our leaders."
Dana Ominika -Wiwemikong Ontario Works

"I enjoyed that this wasn't all talk. We got up and moved around (even though I felt a bit silly at times). All the information was interesting and can be used in any community. Both trainers were excellent an work well together. You both compliment each other.. This is an excellent workshop to help leaders help youth to empower themselves."
Marina Butterfly -N"swakamok Native Friendship Centre -Sudbury Ontario

"I enjoyed learning about the 5 Deceases, also when you spoke about youth centers and that building do not resolve our problems, that programming does. Loved the personal stories throughout the workshop."

Michelle Owl - Serpent River First Nation ON

"The workshop gave me quite a lift and I felt empowered. It made me realize the skills that I have and that I could put to more use. I will not be afraid to journey on. Please come to our community."

Ms Delores Charles - Chippewas of Georgina Island

"I like to help the youth in my community and this workshop will definitly be helpful. Hope to see you both in our community." - Lenora Charles -Chippewas of Georgina Island

BELLEVILLE, On

"I greatly enjoyed this seminar you are both fabulous trainers. I hope to see you both soon in my community. You have made a great impression on me, and I thank you both very much for that, I will now take with me what you have given me, I hope to make an impression on others now."

Kim Kelly - Child and Youth Worker - Anishnaabe Kwewag Gamiq Inc

"I gained a lot personally and professionally. Rolf and Andrea are great to listen to, easy to pay attention. Enjoyed the teachings of the "Hats" and hope I can use it at work to teach others. You are very inspiring!"

Sarah Brown -Youth Councelor - Mohawk Family Services -Tyendinago, Ontario

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