![]() 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
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Sudbury - London - Winnipeg - Regina - Thunderbay - Halifax - Val D'or
Timmins
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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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