Fresh Vancouver Issue #26

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Focus on Women: Catherine Easdown

Monique Hurteau

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XpoCity Is Not an Expo, It’s an Experience

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Beauty Buzz 411

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Women in Business

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Crystal Carson Style Guide

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Fountain of Youth

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Dîner en Blanc

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A Little Skin in the Game

By Ann Kaplan Raising charity money on my back

Getting Over Summer: Repairing Sun Damage

By Amanda Beisel Restorative skincare techniques

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So Much More Than a Smile: Cedric’s Story

By Dr Kelvin Mah

Teri Nicholas It takes a Village....

By Rachael Biggs

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For the Love of Fall

By Rachael Biggs

An Evening Designed for the Vancouver Woman

By Shannon Mann

By Larissa Shulgin What’s hot in hair this season?

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This Month in

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Vancouver

PUBLISHER

ACTING EDITOR

Trent Nellis thepub@freshvancouver.com

Dan Tidsbury copyeditor@freshvancouver.com

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

ART DIRECTOR

Shelly Lynn Nellis shelly@freshvancouver.com

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COPY EDITOR Dan Tidsbury copyeditor@freshvancouver.com

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he harsh reality is that in every circle, family, work, or social, someone we know has had their life touched by cancer. Tremendous progress has been made in the ability to detect, treat, and often defeat this insidious disease, which shows no regard for age, or gender, or walk of life. At Fresh, we support and applaud the great work in research and treatment being done by dedicated professionals around the world.

We are also only too aware of cancer’s impact at the personal level. Read our profile on Catherine Easdown and her efforts to create a welcoming space that caters to the needs of women dealing with cancer. Teri Nicholas shares her insights from work with the new BC Children’s Hospital. And of course, we want to continue to educate and remind all of our Fresh readers of the things they can do to promote their personal health and wellness, enhance their own awareness of cancer risks and warning signs, and encourage continued support for organizations dedicated to research, prevention, and treatment.

Life is hectic at this time of year, but it is important to keep up with what is happening on the cancer front: • September: Childhood Cancer Awareness Month • September: Men’s Cancer Health Awareness Month • September: Ovarian Cancer Awareness Month • October: Breast Cancer Awareness Month Read more: www.cancer.ca More is happening at BC Children’s than you can imagine. Teri Nicholas and an amazing group of leaders and countless committed individuals, each doing their part, have shown what can be accomplished when a community comes together. “It takes a Village” is a tibute to the value and the potential of giving back.

Also in this issue, Ann Kaplan discusses reader reaction to the cover of our last issue. Meet Monique Hurteau, standup performer, documentary producer, and emerging artist.

Read the inspiring profiles of some of BC’s own Women in Business. Find out what Fall 2014 has to offer in makeup, hair, and fashion trends. Learn about skincare options to deal with the damage wrought by too much fun in the sun.

The season is changing, but our commitment to promoting the strength, beauty, talent and potential of the women in our community has not. Welcome fall… it’s a great time to be alive!

Shelly Lynn Nellis Editor-In-Chief shelly@freshvancouver.com

CONTRIBUTORS

Amanda Beisel, Ann Kaplan, Crystal Carson, Crystal Jensen, Julie Browne, Dr Kelvin Mah, Larissa Shulgin, Rachael Biggs, Shannon Mann COVER PHOTO

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Photographer: Erich Saide www.erichsaide.com.com Producer, Creative Director & Stylist: Crystal Carson Makeup Artist: Cait Callahan using MAC Cosmetics Hair Artist: Brianna Errelat briannaerrelat.com using Aria Beauty tools Photo assistant: Tess Lobmayr Stylist Assistant: Erin Harder Location: Special thanks to Shawn Williamson OUTFIT

White hairy sweater / Saint Laurent / Holt Renfrew / $2,110 B&W print pant / Judith & Charles / $265 Maroon/silver drop earrings / Frilly Lilly / $32 Gold dimpled ring / Frilly Lilly / $32

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ADVISORY

PANEL

AMANDA BEISEL

DR KELVIN P MAH

Dr Kelvin P Mah is driven to “enrich lives, one smile at a time.” He believes in helping people – not merely treating problems – and takes a dedicated, personal interest in the health, wellness and happiness of each individual patient. His award-winning Smile City Square Dental practice reflects an organic and zen-like atmosphere of warmth and relaxation. He is also a graduate of UBC’s prestigious Dental School and is an instructor with the Frontier Institute, which offers postgraduate programs in advanced cosmetic dentistry. Learn more about Dr Mah and discover the transformative possibilities of modern artisan dentistry at www.smilecitysquare.com, and visit Smile City Square Dental on Facebook at www.facebook.com/SmileCitySquare.

Amanda Beisel is the owner of the award-winning SKN Holistic Rejuvenation Clinic in Yaletown.

Amanda and her team offer clients innovative and non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatments, all in an effort to repair, restore and replenish the skin and body. A registered acupuncturist, she specializes in cosmetic acupuncture, biopuncture and medical skin needling.

Amanda is also the founder of Skin Addix, a natural cosmeceutical line focused on skin restoration and hydration, and co-creator of the SKNSpin Roller System. In 2014, she will publish her first book, an informative guide on simple and effective ways to achieve healthy and radiant skin in your daily routine. To learn more visit www.sknclinic.ca

DR SPENCE PENTLAND

DR ALLANA POLO

Dr Allana Polo is a Naturopathic Doctor who is passionate about utilizing natural therapies to treat the patient rather than the condition. Dr Polo, a graduate of the Canadian College of Naturopathic Medicine in Toronto and a certified Bio-Identical hormone doctor by the American Academy of Anti-aging Medicine, has a strong interest in helping patients with weight loss, hormonal imbalances and food intolerances. “My business is about education, motivation and empowering my patients to lead a healthy and optimal life. Getting to the root cause and addressing underlying reasons for health concerns is key.” Her pounda-day program is extremely effective and has helped thousands of people lose weight in a safe and lasting manner. In her spare time, Dr Polo likes to lead an active life and enjoys running, Bikram’s yoga and preparing healthy meals for the week ahead. To learn more visit www.drallanapolo.com

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A Doctor of Traditional Chinese Medicine and a Fellow of the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine, Dr Spence Pentland has focused on treating fertility issues since 2004. His Vancouver clinic, Yinstill Reproductive Wellness, aims to help couples realize their dreams of happy, healthy families such as his own.

Dr Pentland completed undergraduate studies in botany, herbology and horticulture and went on to become a Doctor of TCM. He graduated from the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Vancouver and completed an internship at Anhui Hospital of TCM in Hefei City, China. In 2008, he completed certification with the American Board of Oriental Reproductive Medicine and continues to educate himself in current reproductive health developments.

His intimate knowledge of ancient Daoist wisdom integrated with modern Western biomedicine allows Dr Pentland to treat a patient’s overall wellbeing and get to the root of reproductive issues to find solutions. To learn more visit www.yinstill.com

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FOCUS ON

WOMEN:

CATHERINE EASDOWN

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atherine Easdown has seen first-hand the effects of cancer and its treatment.

Her mother and aunt battled the disease, a cousin has recently been diagnosed, and many other family members have battled the disease including two uncles, her brother, and her brother-in-law. Most recently, her sisterin-law has just been diagnosed with ovarian cancer.

Inspired by their journey, the West Vancouver former nurse opened COMPASSIONATE BEAUTY in Vancouver last year to provide a welcoming and comforting environment and to give a measure of privacy to women diagnosed with cancer. Shopping for products like wigs and specialized lingerie is offered in elegant surroundings with understanding and caring personnel.

“I have experienced first-hand the anguish of this journey” Hair loss during chemotherapy is crushing for many women. A diagnosis of cancer is devastating. Having surgery and losing a breast, an ovary, or more is without a doubt a life-changing experience. COMPASSIONATE BEAUTY is the first store of its kind in Vancouver, and Cathie wants to make women feel comfortable and have more confidence in themselves.

Located at 1683 Chestnut Street, her shop provides loving assistance while shopping for products like wigs, hats, caps, scarves, ball caps with hair, and lingerie, mastectomy products, swimming suits, yoga wear and more. She also offers services such as massages by a registered massage therapist that Dr Vodder has trained for clients who develop lymphedema, facials, non-invasive pedicures and manicures using vegan products. Medical tattoos and empowering tattoos are also available.

Some women feel uncomfortable going to their regular spa or hair salon while going through treatment. We offer a complimentary loving head shave. Some clients bring friends and have a party, while others opt for this alone.

Whatever our clients choose, we strive to make the experience comfortable and caring. We also assist with medical hair loss.

Working with clients has been extremely rewarding. Before they walk out the door and we hear, “I feel wonderful!”, this means the world to me. If we can help people get through this anxious time, it is extremely rewarding for me.

COMPASSIONATE BEAUTY supports, Relay for Life, “F Cancer Embrace Life”, and other fundraising causes such as the Rapid Breast Clinic at Mt St Joseph’s Hospital (Tapestry Foundation). We also sponsor P.Ink Day, October 10, 2014, where women can embrace their surgery, as some breast cancer survivors are choosing a third option: adorning their scarred chests with intricate and colorful tattoos, transforming what can often be a landscape of pain into something beautiful, powerful and unique.

All are welcome at COMPASSIONATE BEAUTY.

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A LITTLE

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IN THE GAME

By Ann Kaplan

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his summer, for my cover debut on Fresh, I opted to pose wearing a Jean Paul Gautier gown with a plunging back – if only to show off my nifty marketing gizmo – my shoulder-blade-emblazoned “scan-able” barcode. It was all meant in fun, of course – S.M.-(social media) fun – with the idea being to draw attention and direct readers to a site raising money for medical research. And, after all, once you factor in all the space-taking cover-line art, why not tattoo the only uncovered real estate?

How gauche of me.

Apparently, such a tawdry tactic was deemed offensive by a few Vancouver women on Twitter, one in particular who intimated the result was an overt and provocative sexualizing of the female “Renaissance entrepreneur” I’m “supposed” to represent.

For go odnes s’ sake, get over it.

If I am representing anyone, I am representing “me” and if I want to give “back,” so to speak, that will be my choice. I was never handed a script, an outline or a business plan that described how my character was to dress or speak. Besides, whether I don a black blazer versus a bare back should not be the focus here.

I’m an independently successful business woman because of my abilities which include how to represent myself in the very demanding arena of finance. I deal with men in pinstripes on a daily basis and I assure you I draw from a sea of grey to be neutral. (I pray they do not realize that under it all I may actually be capable of wearing La Perla.)

So with all this undercover work, is it too much to permit me to embrace MY woman within, however I choose her to look on any given day?

There are a number of socially oppressed women that would love to pick apart anyone and anything that states, looks or even hints at the controversial – usually somehow related to perceived sexuality. But take a closer look and it’s evident those S.O.’s tend to have a default penchant for seeking out that someone or something to criticize.

But guess what? It ain’t the ones they’re picking on who are truly suffering. Take Lady Gaga, Beyoncé, Katy Perry and others idols of their ilk. Adult and teenaged female fans clamour for the attention these superstars so deservedly get. And quite simply, they get it; the women who watch these extremely talented divas don’t just want to be entertained– they choose to be entertained.

And then they follow, read and Tweet about them, obsess over and even scream (as weakened teens are wont to do) at the sight of them, packed like sardines into hot houses, swaying, crying and desperately wanting more of these brilliant women. They feel like they know them, intimately. And that, my friends, is what ultimately and without licence allows these acolytes to feel they’ve earned the right to bash and criticize the very famous females that feed their fandom.

But what about other, more plebeian women, so to speak – those of us who are only just slightly “out there” in our getups and our garb – the

likes of us for whom introductions to countless people is part and parcel of our day-to-day businesses (both in-person and by way of social media)?

What if we should happen to go off the expected path and ditch the drab? Does going vogue somehow mean we have gone rogue?

Is there an accepted outfit we should wear, even when not working, that indicates our competency? Heavens to Betsy that we show even the slightest sense of humour or utter words like “YOLO,” “Biotch,” or “Tot’s” (please God, don’t ever let me say “Tot’s.”), or even do something so crass (OMG!) as use acronyms in an email.

Nope! I am, after all, a business woman and nothing fun or interesting has ever crossed my mind. I would never shorten a word, Google or Facebook (leave that for the new generation. My children were born of Immaculate Conception (actually, come to think of it, I would have preferred that in my first marriage) and I have yet to even glance at the male dancers while taking in a ballet or watching Magic Mike on Netflix.

So weigh it out: If you are to expose yourself on the cover of a “beauty magazine,” do you don that black suit (I have a closet-full as that was my only get-up for more than a decade) and a white shirt (another closet-full) and pose like you just entered a photo booth?

By virtue of being a “woman in business” does that mean you’re somehow stuck with your hair in a bun wearing high collars, nude nylons and flats? Do you throw the conditioner away eschewing your habit of colour-matching your lipstick to your mood? Are we, as women, expected to dress down our femininity, say, like a man, to best demonstrate our cerebral cortex actually encompasses something active, excluding a flutter of frill factor?

There we are; if I am representing women (as the S.O. so subtly indicated to thousands of Twatters), then I apologize for exposing my scapula. The next time I am on the cover of a magazine (my gosh; the phone rings off the hook for these opportunities), I will aim to look more serious (maybe not wax my upper lip). And if I want to set up a social media campaign to raise money for a good cause, well, I will keep that to myself and hope (pray) for someone to read my mind and write a cheque.

Ann Kaplan is the CEO and President of iFinance Canada the parent company to Medicard, Petcard, Dentalcard and iFinance Home Improvement – a national consumer finance Company. Ms Kaplan is the recipient of the Canadian Woman Entrepreneur of the Year Award; the Peak Award of Excellence in Finance; as well as nine times on the Canada’s Profit 100 list; eight times placement on the Canadian W100; she was also recognized as one of Canada’s most inspirational women in 2007, three times as Canada’s Top 100 Most Powerful Women, Canada’s Mompreneur of The Year, as well as receiving the top recognition Stevie Award for Business/International, 2014. Ms. Kaplan has a MBA, MSc, a Corporate Governance Designation (ICD.d) and is completing her PhD Thesis in Business and Doctor of Business at Henley University. She sits on four Academic boards and has written four books.

GOAL: 100,000 TWITTER FOLLOWERS AND $100,000

SUPPORT DR. SCUDAMORE’S RESEARCH Every donation helps. Together WE CAN make a difference.

Dr. Charles Scudamore is a leading cancer surgeon whose focus at present is pancreatic cancer research and the purchase of equipment for radio frequency ablation (removal of tissue) for cancer. iFinance Canada is helping VGH & UBC Hospital Foundation raise $100,000 in support of this critical need.

Please make a donation to support Dr. Scudamore’s research activities and equipment needs at the Gordon and Leslie Diamond Health Care Centre at Vancouver General Hospital by scanning the code below or by visiting vghfoundation.ca/surgery In addition, follow us on Twitter at https://twitter.com/WeCan_AnnKaplan and we will donate $5,000 towards equipment needs for Dr. Scudamore’s project when we reach 100,000 Twitter followers.

Scan the code or visit annkaplan.ca/we-can.php to make a donation or to see how you can help us reach our goal of $100,000. Together We Can. Minimum donation: $20.

GETTING OVER SUMMER:

REPAIRING SUN DAMAGE

By Amanda Beisel

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ummer is a carefree season spent outdoors soaking up the sun. This daily sun exposure, combined with sweat, ocean salt, wind, and pollution, inevitably leaves our skin with more damage year after year. While our largest organ is protecting us all summer long, we often forget to return the favour and give it the support it needs once fall rolls around.

The extent of the damage depends on how well you protect your skin during the summer season, as well as how effectively you take care of your skin post-summer. Incorporating a post-summer skin restoration plan into your skincare regimen can help your skin while reducing and actually preventing the visible signs of sun damage from appearing on your face and body.

Sun damage is more than skin deep. An unnerving fact is that UVA and UVB radiation not only depletes our collagen, but it also actually alters the DNA of our skin cells. This breakdown results in uneven pigmentation, changes in skin texture, loss of elasticity and can even lead to cancer.

The effects of UV exposure are cumulative, becoming increasingly visible as we age. The more exposure we have, the greater our risk becomes for developing skin cancer and prematurely aged skin. Starting your skin restoration program in the fall months is a great way to get your skin back to a healthy state. Your skin plan should be customized to your particular needs and will work to reverse the visible signs while helping to prevent new damage from forming.

SKIN RESTORATION SOLUTIONS 1. B BL Forever Young Photo -Facial

The BBL Forever Young Photo-Facial is the most advanced photo-facial method available today. The treatment targets hyper-pigmentation, broken capillaries, and diffused redness in

the skin – all while stimulating collagen. This treatment has been proven to actually reverse the signs of aging that occur from the sun both on the face and body. BBL Forever Young clients have seen great results on the face, neck, chest, hands, arms and other body parts. All these body parts are commonly known to develop redness, pigmentation damage, loss of elasticity, and even skin cancers.

“Evidence is beginning to show that aged skin cells begin to act more closely like younger skin cells after regular BBL Photo-Firming Treatments. Younger skin cells also produce more collagen and elastin than aged skin cells.”

(Dr. Patrick Bitter Jr. unpublished study).

“My main skin concern was sun damage and loss of elasticity. I just finished my third session and my sun spots are almost completely gone and my skin has such a nice glow. My husband even noticed my skin looked more firm.”

Rochelle D. 2. Micro -Ne edling with Dermapen

Dermapen Micro-Needling is a safe and effective alternative to Fraxel Laser. This procedure uses a pen with microscopic needles between 1-2 mm. As the needles are glided over the skin, tiny punctures are created within the epidermis and dermis that encourage the skin’s own natural healing response. This process stimulates new collagen formation, improves skin tone and texture and helps restore years of sun damage. Dermapen Micro-Needling leads to more plump, resilient and healthier skin at the cellular level.

3. Chemical Pe el Series

Chemical peels are a dynamic method of rejuvenating the damaged top layers of skin.

A customized peel will address a number of concerns, such as uneven pigmentation, irregular texture and fine lines, while increasing the overall radiance and vibrancy of your skin.

While the variety of peels to choose from can seem overwhelming, an experienced skincare

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practitioner can assist you in customizing a plan that will target your specific needs. Chemical peels continue to evolve and are more diverse and effective than ever before.

4. Daily Skin Restoration Program

The products you put on your skin every day can make or break the progress of your skin restoration plan, not to mention the rate at which your skin ages. There is no such thing as a magic serum, regardless of what those extravagant marketing campaigns may say. There are, however, results-driven and clinically proven ingredients available such as retinaldehyde, Lascorbic acid, copper peptides, growth factors, phloretin and more. Remember, formulation is key when it comes to the effectiveness of such ingredients. When investing in products, it is important to speak with a knowledgeable skincare practitioner who can guide you to the most effective formulas, inform you on how they work and answer your questions thoroughly.

Conclusion

Maintaining and improving your skin’s health is one of the most beneficial investments you can make. People often believe that skincare is an indulgence and is based on vanity. However, I encourage my clients to view skin treatments and home care in the same way they would view dental care. It truly is a health necessity which requires professional guidance and analysis.

The care and upkeep of our skin is an essential pillar of your overall health and longevity. Get started on your skin restoration plan now and reap the benefits of an improved condition and beautiful skin.

Amanda Beisel is the owner of the award-winning SKN Holistic Rejuvenation Clinic in Yaletown. Amanda and her team offer clients innovative and non-invasive skin rejuvenation treatments, all in an effort to repair, restore and replenish the skin and body. Contact 604568-6333 or www.sknclinic.ca

SO MUCH MORE THAN A SMILE:

Cedric’s Story

By Dr Kelvin Mah

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can say with absolute certainty that one of the best perks of my job (and there are many!) is that I get to meet so many people from different walks of life. It brings me so much joy to hear the stories that everyone brings to my dental chair. I think it’s because I’m constantly meeting and interacting with people at my practice, but I truly believe that everyone is exceptionally unique. I love connecting with my patients on not only a work related level, but also on a personal level.

When I first met Cedric a little while ago, I knew we’d have a great connection. Cedric works with Delta Airlines as a customer service representative at the airport, so he’s got a great personality. As we got to talking in our consultation, he started to tell me about his job and his personal life, and then we got down to his smile. As he put it, “I’m meeting new people and talking all day, I have a very interactive job that requires a smile at all times.”

The thing is, Cedric didn’t have any noticeable issues with his teeth; he just had some minor concerns and felt that something was missing from his smile. I remember it so clearly because he was trying to explain to me that he wanted some dental work don;, he just didn’t know what he needed or how to go about getting it. It was more of a feeling that his smile needed to be improved and he wanted it done. He definitely understood the importance of a smile.

As a customer service representative, Cedric obviously has to be on his game at all times, with a smile. I listened to his concerns and was able to pinpoint what needed to be done to his smile to give him more confidence. We both decided that he needed a little tweak to his smile, knowing that it would highlight and greatly improve his confidence level and self-perception. It was a natural life choice that would make sense for his career and everyday life.

We decided to take a closer look in the dental chair and Cedric was amazed at the condition of his teeth when I showed him the images I had captured. It wasn’t anything horrible, not at all, just an eye-opener that demonstrated how neglected his teeth were. “I saw that there were some problems in the back of my mouth and that they needed to be fixed,” he said. We laid out a plan of improvement and scheduled some future appointments so that we could make his smile dreams a reality. The funny thing is, both Cedric and I never thought of his treatment plan as “cosmetic” or “clinical,” but as a “wellbeing improvement.” His job and his personal life were healthy and thriving, so we wanted his smile to match and connect with that. Wellness really is so much more than clinical health, it’s an overall emotional improvement and can greatly affect your life.

We whitened his smile (what a difference that alone made), removed his failing silver mercury fillings and replaced them with natural-coloured fillings. These included advanced ceramic fillings that are extremely durable. I really wanted to focus on long-term solutions for Cedric’s smile, and not provide a “quick-fix” like so many people are now used to. My approach is to make people happy with their results and

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confident with those results for a very long time.

Looking back, we actually did very little “cosmetic” work. However, after his treatment was finished, you could tell that Cedric looked different. Not because of my dental work (ok, that had a little bit to do with it!), but because we addressed the changes he wanted to make and they affected his confidence level and overall wellness. He told me afterward, “I noticed a huge improvement in my personal and professional life. I felt better interacting with my clients on a daily basis because I was more confident in myself as a reflection of my smile.” He truly was radiating from within, and his renewed smile just added to his new persona.

It’s funny how your oral health can be connected to your personal and mental health. My patients are always surprised by their renewed sense of self after having certain procedures completed that address issues that have been bothering them. Whether it’s that they weren’t confident because of their teeth or they were looking for a new job and were self-conscious of their smiles, the stories have been endless, but the results have always been positive. The biological connection between “oral health” and “overall health” has been established in clinical literature, but it’s a bit abstract. In Cedric’s case, taking his oral health to the next level not only made him look better, but he felt a very real impact on his overall vitality as well as his sense of how others perceived him. Our inward appearance truly does reflect our outward personality.

Having Cedric as a patient really helped me re-connect with why I approach dentistry the way that I do. I truly believe that establishing a relationship with my patients is key to providing the best dental services that I can. It’s really not about “what do you want” and “how do you want me to do it,” it’s all about the reasons why. When I can get an honest answer from my patients, I feel connected to them on a whole level, not just on a dental level. I really focus on the solutions they need to improve whatever it is they’re looking for. I believe that the impact of dentistry can be transformative and enrich a patient’s life.

“I had a wonderful experience with Dr Kelvin Mah. He was very professional and knows how to treat his patients with kindness and understanding. He asks about you as a person, not as a patient, and helps you address the solutions you’re looking for. Thanks, Dr Mah!”

Dr Kelvin P. Mah is driven to “enrich lives, one smile at a time.” He believes in helping people – not merely treating problems – and takes a dedicated, personal interest in the health, wellness and happiness of each individual patient. His award-winning Smile City Square Dental practice reflects an organic and zen-like atmosphere of warmth and relaxation. He is also a graduate of UBC’s prestigious Dental School and is an instructor with the Frontier Institute, which offers postgraduate programs in advanced cosmetic dentistry. Learn more about Dr Mah and discover the transformative possibilities of modern artisan dentistry at www.smilecitysquare. com, and visit Smile City Square Dental on Facebook at www.facebook.com/ SmileCitySquare.

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By Rachael Biggs Photographer: Erich Saide www.erichsaide.com

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ness certificate from Simon Fraser University and a Master’s Degree in Social Work with a focus on policy. In 2000, I became the CEO of Family Services of Greater Vancouver where I spent ten years until I was offered my current job. Making the leap from Family Services to running this amazing foundation was really not that big a change, though. Our mission is the same: we want to inspire excellence in care for the people that need it most.

Q: Has spending the last thirty years in the social service sector given you any insight into the problems of homelessness and addiction that are so rampant in the lower mainland? Any ideas on how we can make changes?

A: My belief is that homelessness and addiction are downstream effects of other causes. Poverty, family dysfunction, and unrecognized mental health issues underlie many of the social problems we see. At the Foundation, we strongly support Children’s Mental Health programs and aim to bring crucial services to those whose suffering might otherwise go without proper attention. By bringing diagnostic, pharmacological, and therapeutic help to a formerly underserved population of BC’s children, I like to think we’re effecting positive change for future generations.

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eri Nicholas has devoted her career to helping children and their families. From working one-on-one with street kids to her current position as president and CEO of BC Children’s Hospital Foundation, Teri has remained focused on the simple but powerful goal she set for herself as a young girl: to help people.

Q: You’re in a role now that is very meaningful and hugely important.

Can you give us some idea of where it all began? Have you always had a passion for philanthropy?

A: I always knew that I wanted to make a difference and that I wanted to help people. I had two older sisters that were teachers and they definitely inspired me. I studied sociology and upon graduating at the age of twenty, I started down this path as a childcare worker. I worked closely with kids who suffered from emotional and behavioural issues, were runaways or had parents that couldn’t look after them. I wasn’t much older than some of them, but I held them accountable for their behaviour, which often made me unpopular. I was giving them a sense of value and I knew that that was more important than being liked. After several years of working with kids, I saw that I wanted to make changes in a larger way which led me toward an interest in policy, so I pursued a busi-

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Q: Being at BC Children’s for four years now must be an eye-opening and often heart-wrenching experience. Can you share what your time there has been like?

A: It has been an incredibly rewarding few years. Of course, there are very trying times, because we work with families whose children are faced with serious and sometimes life-threatening conditions and yet they still find the strength and the courage to share their stories. They make this selfless contribution because they know that by telling their stories they can bring additional support to the hospital through our foundation and in so doing, help others. I find that very inspiring.

During times of crisis and heartbreak, I try to focus on the fact that the hospital gives families years together that they wouldn’t otherwise have had and improves their quality of life while they’re here. About 65 per cent of the 230,000 patient visits to BC Children’s are on an outpatient basis, meaning these children come in for an appointment or treatment and return home the same day. Beyond the emergency room visits and the life-saving surgeries, a lot of what we do is helping children with a vast range of medical conditions live life to the fullest. Sunny Hill Health Centre for Children and the research institute are about helping children maximize their capabilities so that they are defined more by what they can do and who they are than by their medical conditions.

Q: What have you learned so far in this role?

A: I am reminded daily of the value of life and the importance of spending our time wisely, living well and appreciating the people around us.

My husband Lee and I have always tried to live healthy lives, but see-

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ing how hard the staff at the hospital and research institute work on the areas of injury prevention and healthy living has helped us deepen our commitment to staying fit and active, and I hope that by example I have embedded healthy habits in my children and grandchildren. My work has made me appreciate what we have in terms of health and family and has re-emphasized the responsibility that each of us has to look after ourselves and society’s children.

Q: BC Children’s Hospital Foundation enjoys a high profile and a lot of public support. With a lot of friends in the community, do you ever find it hard to manage all those relationships?

A: We are very fortunate that so many British Columbians understand the importance of the people and programs our fundraising supports.

Every year, over 100,000 people make gifts in support of BC Children’s.

I wish I could say I’m able to meet with each of them, but the truth is that even though I often attend events as many as five evenings a week and meet with our supporters throughout my working days, I’m barely scratching the surface.

Luckily, I have a great team; I’m not alone. Our board chair, for example, David Podmore (chairman and CEO of Concert Properties), devotes many hours to this cause and plays an invaluable role in supporting the foundation and the hospital, and Don Lindsay (CEO of Teck Resources) is also a board member and chaired our recently completed $200-million capital campaign from 2008 until we completed it in November last year. I am always amazed that so many people are willing to step forward and put countless hours into volunteering despite having families and busy careers. These commitments don’t go unnoticed and we are very grateful.

We reach out to our donors in a variety of ways and we are lucky to have the support of community partners such as Global BC TV, the Vancouver Sun, and the Pattison Broadcast Group who help us keep people in every corner of the province informed.

I hate to use clichés, but it really does take a village!

Q: In November you announced that you had completed your $200-million capital campaign to support the construction of the new BC Children’s Hospital. How is that coming along?

A: Construction of the Teck Acute Care Centre, which will be the heart of the new BC Children’s Hospital, is really gaining momentum. For years, we have been talking about the transformation of the site, and it’s finally evident that this is taking place. A lot of work has been done to make way for the new building, but what we, and our colleagues in the hospital, have really been preparing for is a transformation in the delivery of pediatric care both at the hospital and around the province. The new hospital, which will open in 2017, has been designed to enable this transformation, permitting, for example, greater participation by parents in caregiving because we know this ultimately helps the child. And hospital staff will be able to do their best because they will be working in facilities designed with their input.

Q: Can you tell us about some of the facilities at the new hospital?

A: The Teck Acute Care Centre will be the heart of the new BC Children’s Hospital. It is going to provide us with much more space than we have right now and will house all of the critical care areas, such as Emergency, the Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, larger operating and procedure rooms, medical imaging, inpatient units and the Cancer Centre.

The new facility will offer tremendous benefits to patients, their families and our staff. For example, the new Pediatric Intensive Care Unit, where BC’s most seriously ill and injured children are cared for,

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will be exclusively private rooms unlike today’s largely open-ward format. This will help on so many fronts, including better infection control and room for parents to remain comfortably at their child’s bedside.

Also, the patient rooms on the various wards, where children sometimes stay for days, weeks or even months, will be equipped to close to the same level as the ICU rooms, so that in times of crisis, staff can come to the child’s bedside rather than having to move the child through the hospital for care.

The Cancer Centre is another area that will be vastly improved in the new building. Today, services for children undergoing cancer treatment are spread out across three floors of the hospital. This can be disorienting for children and their families, and means our medical staff spend more time than they’d like travelling through the hospital. In the new facility, all the cancer services will be on a single floor, right at the top of the hospital. This will be more convenient for families and staff, and will better protect children with weakened immune systems.

A few years ago, we recruited a new head of cardiothoracic surgery, Dr. Sanjiv Gandhi. He brought considerable experience with him, including extensive experience with heart transplant. Today, we have a pediatric heart transplant program, one of only three in Canada. Now, thanks to the work of Dr. Gandhi and his team, we aren’t sending children out of province for any cardiac procedures. The new hospital has been designed to make the work of all our subspecialists and their teams easier. For example, Dr. Gandhi and his team will have an operating room designed specifically for cardiac surgery, and a Cardiac Intensive Care Unit, where a highly specialized team will care for children with heart conditions.

Q: Is there such thing as spare time for you and if so, how do you like to spend it?

A: Many people have jobs that demand more time than perhaps they should. However, that doesn’t change the necessity of regenerating one’s own person by rest, recreation, etc. Managing work/life balance is regular topic of discussion at the Foundation. I’m very lucky because my enjoyment of my job energizes me. Other things that contribute to my recharging are walks and talks with my husband, good books, having coffee and breakfast on our deck, dinners with friends, EXERCISE, my fabulous children and grandchildren, being outdoors (when it’s warm) and vacations in Maui when it’s not.

Q: What’s next for you?

A: I’m going to continue to work closely with hospital leadership and our board members to ensure our donors’ interests in the new hospital are well represented. At the same time, we are developing an evercloser working relationship with the hospital’s administration, clinical and research leadership with an eye to better identifying and supporting specific areas of need. While it is important that we continue to meet the urgent and immediate needs of the hospital, research institute and Sunny Hill, we also want to support initiatives within those institutions that will help take pediatric clinical care and research to the next level.

We aren’t just interested in Band-Aids; we want to play a role in the evolution of care, because that’s what will ultimately make the greatest difference to the children.

Rachael Biggs studied Creative Writing at UCLA and has an eclectic resume including on-camera celebrity interviews, press coverage for film, commercial scripts and copy writing as well as contributing to several print and on-line publications.

Her novel, Yearning for Nothings and Nobodies was published in 2012 and a screen adaptation is in the works.

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FOR THE LOVE OF FALL

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Monique Hurteau

by Rachael Biggs

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odern day Renaissance woman Monique Hurteau paints, writes, performs stand-up comedy and produces documentary film -- all with a degree of success that has been a delightful surprise to her. Fortunately, this funny lady was generous enough to spend a little time with us to share what she’s up to.

Can you tell us how you went from working in land titles to all of this?

My first of three car accidents was a huge catalyst for change. When I got the insurance settlement, I decided come hell or high water I was going on a holiday. At 30 years old, a solo 2-week trip to Cuba was my first time off the continent and first holiday in 7 years. I returned a different person. My eyes opened to a world outside of what I had been doing and my envy of people doing things I wanted to be doing became painfully impossible to ignore. Within a few years, I jumped into theatre-sports and improv, left the business of land titles, bought a motorbike, sold my house and began performing stand-up comedy across Canada.

Why is doing what you love important in your opinion?

I think insanity is doing what you don’t love. It’s trite, but life is too short.

What if this is all there is?

What was the process of learning to do all of the things you do and what that was like?

I’m naturally curious and I question almost everything. I love research and I like knowing how things work. My relentless and dogged pursuit of things that interest me leads me to books, courses, workshops, videos, talking to all sorts of people and asking them tonnes of questions.

You’ve got a documentary coming out; what can you tell us about that?

My husband (actor/director Lorne Cardinal) and I are in the midst of producing a documentary film about the 2012 theatre production of King Lear at the National Arts Centre. As a young theatre student in the

1960’s, August Schellenberg saw King Lear and dreamt of one day acting in it. Over the next four decades, his dream gained strength and evolved to an all-Native production of the play. When my husband received the call to do double-duty in the role of the Duke of Albany and to Assistant Direct, he knew this King Lear would be history-in-the-making, so he pitched the doc, not knowing if or how it would get done. He just knew it had to be documented and I stepped in as the documentary’s producer.

And an art show...

Yes, an art show! “The Artist’s Way” sparked my creativity and prompted me to buy a kid’s painting kit about five years ago and I haven’t looked back. I’m showing my work at Roam Gallery at City Square from Aug 17-Sep 28th. I will also be there painting on Thursday September 25th if people want to stop by and say hello.

Anything you’ve yet to try that you’re looking forward to?

I’d like to try other mediums including welding, sculpting, carving and painting with oil, as it offers so many more options for blending. I also have two concepts for feature films I’d like to direct. www.moniquehurteau.com www.humourforhealth.com www.movewithintegrity.com www.myweirdlandlord.com www.ungratefuldaughters.ca

Rachael Biggs studied Creative Writing at UCLA and has an eclectic resume including on-camera celebrity interviews, press coverage for film, commercial scripts and copy writing as well as contributing to several print and on-line publications.

Her novel, Yearning for Nothings and Nobodies was published in 2012 and a screen adaptation is in the works.

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n September 25th, the Socialettes will launch their premiere event, XpoCity Vancouver, at the Four Seasons Hotel from 4 pm to 10 pm. XpoCity is a “social shopping” expo which combines a ladies’ evening out with experiential product and service testing and shopping. Founding partners of Socialettes, Prianka Dhir and Sonal Haria bring female entrepreneurship and leadership to the forefront by highlighting innovative femalefocused businesses from across the west coast.

XpoCity represents the everyday woman of Vancouver and all aspects of her life: home, health and fitness, beauty and fashion, business and career and food. By showcasing premium local businesses and highlighting some of the best products and services the city has to offer, XpoCity is designed to bring the ultimate social experience to the Vancouver woman.

The Socialettes had been working with numerous female-focused businesses, from which inspiration sprang to create a large-scale event dedicated to showcasing companies that empower a woman’s lifestyle - companies that make a woman feel more confident, healthy, radiant or even career savvy at any point in their life.

The expo market in Vancouver has focused heavily on a distinct time in a woman’s life; for instance, weddings, babies and home design expos seemed to be endless in number. Not fitting into any of those categories quite perfectly, the Socialettes knew that they couldn’t be the only ones. XpoCity was created from a need to have an event that catered to the everyday woman. Young or old, athletic or girly, studying or working, most women have a need to explore, experience and get connected.

Local businesses and exhibitors played a huge rule in bringing XpoCity together as the Socialettes wished to focus on local companies that are built on values of innovation, quality and customer care.

“It was incredibly important to showcase local success: successful women, businesses and brands that have grown in our own backyard. Vancouver has a lot to be proud of, and our business community is truly one of those powerful elements,” says Dhir.

As women in business themselves, Dhir and Haria also felt the need to bring together like-minded women from all backgrounds in a setting that was both inspirational and influential. A professional women’s networking session will jump start the evening by providing a beautiful setting for women across all professional backgrounds to have a place to meet and mingle. Experts will be showcased from the five categories of XpoCity including fashion bloggers, beauty experts, health and lifestyle professionals and food industry professionals.

“Having attended numerous networking events when we first started our own business, we realized we were learning just as much from women from other professions as women in

business. Some of our most memorable lessons were taken from lawyers, fashion experts and fitness professionals,” says Haria.

XpoCity will feature over 70 businesses, a book signing by local author Megan Williams of Our Interrupted Fairytale, a pre-event networking session and complimentary access to expo services such as the mini manicure bar, hair styling, make-up touchups, food sampling, wine tasting, and much more.

Every woman deserves a night of pampering and the chance to experience what her city’s premium businesses have to offer. Xpocity delivers just that and more. For additional information, a full list of exhibitors, or tickets, visit xpocity.ca.

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Julia’s approach is to separate advice from products, acting as a project manager and advocate, ensuring that her clients understand their goals and guiding them towards achievement. With well over 15 years in the industry, Julia’s expertise and approach is unique. “My mission is to make the improbable a reality, and help my clients fulfill their dreams.” facetadvisors.com

Erin founded Made You Look Online as part of her mission to make the world a better place.

Her company helps progressive entrepreneurs, artists, and business owners get their message out in a way that engages people on a deeper level and inspires them to act. “There are so many amazing people and companies that are working to improve people’s lives and help us live in greater alignment with each other and the planet,” Erin says. “It’s an honour to help them share their message with a larger audience.” Her clients include Jack Canfield, best-selling author of Chicken Soup for the Soul and The Success Principles. This October, Erin is launching WORDPLAY, an online course for people who want to take the “ugh” out of writing for their business – and do a better job of attracting the people who are most likely to love what they offer. madeyoulookonline.net

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When Kristal noticed a lack of inspirational groups for young girls, she decided to do something about it by founding The Sparkle Project B.C., an initiative to help young girls find their passion. Through two-hour workshops, merchandise with a message, a music video, a blog and a supportive community, Kristal aims to teach goal-setting and self-esteem-building techniques to girls between the ages of 8 and 17. A handbook entitled Sparkle will accompany the launch this fall and feature local success stories from Victoria Duffield, Erin Cebula, Jillian Harris, Fiona Forbes, Dawn Chubai, Tamara Taggart and more. The proceeds will fund bursaries for young women who need financial assistance in pursuing their dreams and goals. thesparkleprojectbc.com

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Dîner en Blanc

By Shannon Mann

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îner en Blanc: a fantasy evening of outdoor dinner and drinks at a secret location revealed only hours before, and a strict, elegant dress code for guests of all white - no exceptions. Mix this event with an exclusive invitation-only guest list, and you have one of the most anticipated events of the summer. The Social Concierge bought the third annual Dîner en Blanc to the City of Vancouver. This traditionally Parisian event has been shared in cities across the world, and Vancouver this year did not disappoint. Guests arrived at David Lam Park in Yaletown with chairs and tables, chic picnic baskets, and, of course, dressed in their summer whites - ready to mix and mingle and break bread under the stars. We dressed in all white and arranged to arrive to this event in an all-white Rolls Royce Phantom, courtesy of Royalty Chauffers. This was, after all, an exclusive event. This year, Dîner en Blanc Vancouver had a waiting list of over 35,000 hopefuls, but sold tickets to only 3,500 lucky participants!

The champagne and conversation were flowing as we looked across the park at some of Vancouver’s most beautiful people enjoying each

other’s company over food and wine, and white being my favourite colour to wear, it was a beautiful sight to behold! The appetizers by David Hawksworth were wonderful, and paired with beautiful wines and champagne. Entertainment was outstanding. There were performances

by Vancouver Opera, French-speaking stilt walkers, and acrobats. At twilight, some guests lit flying paper lanterns that added beautiful points of light to Vancouver’s already stunning skyline. And of course, there was the lighting of the sparklers - that was a beautiful sight. It was an evening to remember! A warm, heartfelt thank you to Hosts Jordan Kallman and Tyson Villeneuve and their entire team for putting together this gem of an event for our city.

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and cannot achieve. I hope to love myself and teach my girls that women have value and it all starts with loving ourselves for what we can do, not what we look like.”

Julie’s Top 3 Excellence Habits that ensure her success 1. I never take no for an answer. I am way too stubborn for that. I was told I would never have kids after a cancer diagnosis, and now I have two beautiful girls – love proving folks wrong. I implement this habit in all that I do.

2. I am very organized. Lists, lists and more lists.

3. I am genuinely interested in the inner goodness of people, their success and happiness. I try to help and lift others as it has huge rewards and motivates me.

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s a highly interactive and innovative digital media platform, PowHERhouse has a primary mission to support and expand the role that women allow fitness to play in their lives. In the past, fitness = weight loss. We’ve limited the role of this amazing self-development and self-realization tool and allowed it to be confused with unrealistic ideals, sexual connotations and cosmetically enhanced physical augmentation. All of that is about to change. PowHERhouse celebrates women who are natural and positive role models for all that fitness can be - a driving force for health, fulfilment and abundance in all aspects of our lives. This issue, we are proud to introduce you to Julie Miller.

Julie is a successful entrepreneur, a wife and mother of two young children and an emerging rock star in the world of triathlons. On September 21st, Julie will represent Canada at the 2014 ITU Long Distance Triathlon World Championships in Weihai, China.

“As an athlete and individual, my ultimate dream is to be a role model to women to follow their dreams, to show them they should never let anyone tell them what they can

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