Vol 3, Issue 9

Experiencing the Victoria Experience
Where to begin to try and tell you about The Haven's "Innovative Approaches for Effective Living" event held in Victoria September 17-18...do we tell you about the sold-out, standing-room-only turnout for an engaging weekend gathering that began with one of Ben and Jock's trademark lively and thought-provoking presentations?  Or how audience and presenters alike engaged each other throughout the weekend in an ongoing exchange of questions, ideas, and what-ifs?  Maybe we try and describe the hum of energy throughout the Holiday Inn as pockets of conversation sprang to life in corridors and session rooms.  We could also write about the apparent openness and willingness to stretch and try out something new as well as take in some new slants on established perspectives.  And we would probably want to include the pleasure of seeing new acquaintances begun and old ones renewed, along with the contented look of satisfaction on the faces of everyone that worked so hard to make it happen...

And the reality is that there don't seem to be quite the words to describe what it was like to be in the midst of what we believe The Haven spirit is all about - alive people being together and creating something greater than the sum of us - and the gentle simplicity of what is possible when we speak from our soul and listen from our heart.

We are appreciative of the generous spirit that was in abundance throughout The Haven Experience in Victoria, and excited about what is to come.  Plans are underway for the Spring 2005 Symposium in the Vancouver area (with keynote speaker Joseph Chilton Pearce); people in Victoria are looking ahead to "Island II" next fall, and the doors are open for more community-based opportunities to gather, engage, connect, and create.  Stay Tuned!
 

Building a Solid Foundation
Since the formal establishment of the Haven Foundation last January, the Board has been working hard behind the scenes to ensure there is a solid team to support the present and future growth of The Haven.  Most recently these efforts have resulted in the following announcement by Chairman of the Board Dick Sass:

"I am pleased to announce the appointments of Connie Munro and Mark Gunderson to the Haven Foundation Board of Directors.

Mark lives in the Edmonton area and has been doing programs at Have n for something close to 20 years.  We all had the distinct pleasure recently of listening to him share with us some ideas he has about energizing our fund raising activities and streamlining all sorts of things.  This guy is quite the spark plug and I for one am so very happy to add his kind of energy to our already outstanding board.

With the addition of Connie Monro we continue to build an extraordinary team.  Her many years of accomplished legal counsel will be a welcome addition to our team.  Connie and husband Peter Joyes and daughter Linnea have recently completed building a home on Gabriola Island and will spend time between Portland Oregon and Gabriola during the coming years.

On yet another front, I am pleased to advise that Gerry Owen has accepted my invitation to serve on The Haven Advisory Council.  In addition to applying his spirit and brain power to this important aspect of The Haven organization Gerry will also continue to serve as legal counsel to the Haven Foundation Board."
 

What Are You Doing For The Rest Of Your Life?
Whatever you choose, David Raithby, Sandey McCartney, Judy Sellner, Linda Nicholls, Carole Ames, Judy Cashmore, Trish Grainge, Ellery Littleton, Mary Helen Littleton, CrisMarie Campbell, Susan Clarke, Frank Quinby, Ian Curtin, Joann Peterson, Gillian Enright, Wendy Huntington, Phil Winkelmans and 14 members of our Core Faculty are offering opportunities in the next two months for you to take a break, take a look, and take action!  Visit our website www.haven.ca or call Morag and Renée toll free 1 877 247 9238 for more course information and registration.

• Phase I: Self Awareness (September 27-October 22)
• Phase I, Part A (September 27-October 9)
• Embracing Personal Passion (September 30-October 3) with David Raithby, Sandey McCartney
• A Good Beginning(October 1-3) with Judy Sellner
• Shadow Play(October 4-7) with Linda Nicholls
• Nia - Life in Motion (October 8-10) with Carole Ames, Judy Cashmore
• Phase I, Part B (October 10-22)
• Journey to t he Well (October 14-17) with Trish Grainge
• Come Alive (October 17-22)
• Pro-D for the Self (October 22-23) with Ellery Littleton, Mary Helen Littleton
• Emotional Intelligence: The Key to Successful Leadership in Work & Life (October 22-2 5) with CrisMarie Campbell, Susan Clarke
• Phase II: Self & Other (October 23-November 17)
• Phase II: Self & Other, Part A (October 23-November 4)
• Sex & Identity(October 29-November 4)
• Man Alive!(November 4-7) with Frank Quinby, Ian Curtin
• Phase II: Se lf & Other, Part B (November 5-17)
• Come Alive Through Video (November 5-10)
• Relationships (November 11-14)
• Come Alive (November 14-19)
• Anger, Boundaries & Safety (November 18-21) with Joann Peterson
• Transforming Fear & Anxiety (November19-22) with David Raithby, Sandey McCartney
• Quantum Laugh (November 19-22) with Carole Ames
• Engaging Resilience(November 21-24) with Joann Peterson, Gillian Enright, Wendy Huntington
• Intuitive Edge(November 22-28) with Phil Winkelmans

Just Quickly...
The Haven will be part of this year's Vancouver Health Show October 16 & 17 at Canada Place.  In addition to having a display booth, David Raithby will be a featured presenter in the Seminar Series.  David will be speaking on "The 'Magic' Of Medication" Saturday October 16, 5 to 6pm.  Tickets for the show are $9 a day and provide admission to all seminars and exhibits. ($8 for seniors; children under 12 free).  For more information visit their website www.healthshows.com or call 1 800 563 9994

Would you like to connect with people that have been to The Haven?  Do you live in the Montreal/Ottawa region?  Are you interested in learning more about forming a Haven support group?  If so, contact Gilli Chandler at 514-849-9086 or gillichandler@hotmail.com and take it from there!

There is always something up at The Haven, to stay informed visit our website www.haven.ca, email us a t info@haven.ca or call us at 250 247-9211 and toll-free 1-877 247-9238. Take care, enjoy yourself, and each other, and be in touch soon.
 

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