Brain Boosting Secrets - Making the Science of Cognitive Fitness Work for You!

Presented by Terry Small
Free Seminar, Please RSVP


Tuesday, June 28, 2011 at 12:00 PM (Okanagan)
Please register to ensure event is not cancelled





Program Summary:
Your brain is involved in everything you do! 90% of what we know about the brain has been learned in the last 2 years and yet most people never think much about their brains. You simply trust your brain to do its job.Brain dysfunction is the #1 reason people fail work, school, and relationships. Your brain is the supercomputer that runs your life. This session has 2 bottom lines: when your brain works right, you work right and everyone needs a little help.

When you look after your brain, the results are amazing. This session will give you the tools to boost your brain power, Improve your thinking, and improve your health. It is based on the latest cutting-edge neuroscience research.

You Will Learn:
The #1 job of your brain
How to eat right, to think right
How to get rid of negative thoughts
The #1 food for your brain (you probably don't eat this right now)
How to improve your reading skills
How to improve your memory
How to outwit Alzheimer's disease
The 3 things every brain must have

Presenter Bio:
Terry Small, B.Ed., M.A. is a master presenter and learning skills specialist. He has presented his ideas to over 160,000 people. Terry's clients include Save On Foods, Bayer, Safeway, BC Lottery Corp., Envision Financial, the RCMP and many others. He was a featured speaker at the BC Retailer's Conference. His knowledge, warmth, humour and dynamic presentation style have made him a much sought-after speaker at workshops and conferences. Terry has been on CTV, BCTV, CKNW and Global and he has been featured in every major newspaper in Canada. Terry is listed in Nationwide Register's Who's Who in Executives and Businesses.

Terry believes: "Anyone can learn how to learn easier, better, faster. Learning to learn is the most important skill a person can acquire." He guarantees increased confidence and more fun in learning. Terry's philosophy is simple: "Success is a skill anyone can learn. His wealth of teaching experience and extensive involvement in the development of study strategies and techniques make him an outstanding resource to the business community. Terry lives in Vancouver and is a frequent lecturer at Simon Fraser University and the University of British Columbia.

Who Should Attend:
Anyone who has a brain, wants to keep it healthy, and learn to use it more effectively.

Program Information:
Tuesday, June 28, 2011
12:00 PM - 1:30 PM
Okanagan
Arts Building Room 106

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

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I Like Me! Helping Children Develop Self-Esteem

Presented by Kathy Lynn
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

June 16, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.

Program Summary:

Child self-esteem is a topic of growing importance in our society as we see our young people struggling to develop a positive self-image. Love is not enough. What do children need and what can parents do for their children? This presentation deals with the difficult and abstract concept of self-esteem and will offer a blueprint for success.

You Will Learn:

• why simply loving our kids is not enough
• why some common parenting practices are backfiring on us
• practical ways you can help your children to develop high self-esteem

Presenter Bio:d speaker, author and consultant whose

Kathy Lynn is Canada's leading parenting speaker and author. Kathy’s workshops can help employees do a better job at work by doing a better job at home.

Over three decades of speaking to parents and professionals about kids and families, Kathy has helped thousands of Moms and Dads become better parents and has made a big difference in the lives of Canada's children.

In her keynote addresses as part of a quality workplace wellness program, to members of the helping professions and to parent conferences, her work on television and radio, and her newspaper and magazine columns, Kathy inspires parents to re-dedicate themselves to raising their children. You can read her columns in Today’s Parent Magazine.

Kathy is the author of three CDs, Discipline…Steps to Success, “Stop It, You Two!” and “I Like Me”, as well as two popular books, Who’s in Charge Anyway? and But Nobody Told Me I’d Ever Have to Leave Home.

Her career began when her children were young and parenting resources were not readily available, so she trained as a parenting speaker and began leading parenting classes. She has worked as a Child Protection Worker and director of a family services agency. She has a diploma in Community Service, a BA in applied social services, and is a Certified Canadian Family Educator.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members. It is appropriate for parents of children of all ages.

Program Information:

June 16, 2011

11:30am-1:30pm

Ponderosa Centre (Point Grey Campus)

2071 West Mall (view location map)

Arbutus Room

There will be coffee/tea/water available at this event. Please arrive at least (5) minutes prior to start time.

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Authentic Leadership-Building Cultures that Attract, Retain, and Inspire Greatness

Presented by David Irvine
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

May 16, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)
Please register before this date to ensure event is not canceled.



Program Summary:
Leadership is not what it used to be. Building a culture that attracts and engages great people today requires an entirely new philosophy and approach. Those you serve – whether they are your employees, customers, alliances, team, or family members – want more than a job description, a list of quarterly objectives, and a performance review at the end of the year. They want to be inspired with an authentic experience of being around your organization. Creating this kind of experience for those you are accountable to goes beyond titles or techniques. Leadership presence lies at the core of leadership practices. In learning what to do as a leader, you must also learn how to be. Those who get this will be leading the next generation of leaders.

Organizations that foster and integrate authentic and accountable leadership at every level are simply unstoppable. If you are committed to evolve your culture in this way, then this learning experience will be life-changing.

You Will Learn:
• Learn the true source of leadership power.
• Discover the keys to building a productive and sustainable culture.
• Arouse deep trust and commitment.
• Get to the real meaning of loyalty, and how to achieve it.

Presenter Bio:
David Irvine is sought after internationally as a speaker, author, and mentor. His work has contributed to the building of accountable, vital and engaged organizations across North America. He is the co-founder of the Newport Institute for Authentic Living whose focus is to build authentic, accountable organizational cultures that attract and retain great people.

David is the bestselling author, or co-author of four books and a new book published this year. David has advanced degrees in human development, science and social work. With over twenty-five years of experience as a workshop facilitator, psychotherapist, professional speaker, and consultant, David has developed a unique, personal and practical approach to transforming leaders.

David Irvine is one of Canada’s most respected voices on leadership and personal development. He consults with and presents to a wide range of organizations, professional associations, government, education and health care. David has taught courses at three universities and the Banff School of Management. NBC’s Today Show, the Globe and Mail and numerous national radio and newspaper publications have interviewed David.


Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members, whether you are leading with or without a title.


Program Information:
May 16, 2011
11:30am-1:00pm

David will be available for a book signing after the presentation from 1:00pm-1:30pm in the lobby of the theater.

Frederic Wood Theater
6354 Crescent Road (view location map)

There will be coffee/tea/water available at this event. Please arrive at least (5) minutes prior to start time.

A video recording of this event will be available for AAPS members who are unable to attend.

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name in the subject line.

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Speak Up: Speak Out-Personal Power & Respect in the Workplace

Presented by Erica Pinsky
Free Seminar, Please RSVP
This event will be catered
April 20, 2011 (Robson Square)







Program Summary:
Over 95% of all workplace disputes can be resolved within the first 3 to 5 days of occurrence...if someone speaks up.

You Will Learn:
• What holds you back
• How you can be your own advocate
• The relationship between behavior and culture
• Engage and empower others through respectful dialogue


Presenter Bio:
Erica Pinsky is a dynamic speaker, author and consultant whose passion is promoting respectful workplace cultures. Her highly acclaimed book, "Road to Respect: Path to Profit" offers engaging stories, powerful insights and concrete strategies to inspire leaders and those they lead to walk the talk of respect at work.

Erica’s work history includes the public, private and non-profit sectors in both federal and provincial jurisdictions. Erica’s experience includes policy development, training and presenting, complaint investigation, mediation, organizational audits, conflict management systems and one-on-one skills development.

Erica has a Bachelor of Arts in Political Sociology from the University of Toronto, a Masters of Science in Industrial Relations from the Université de Montreal and a Conflict Resolution Certificate from the Justice Institute of British Columbia. Erica has received her Certified Human Resources Professional (CHRP) designation through the British Columbia Human Resources Management Association.

Who Should Attend:
This workshop is open to all AAPS members.

Program Information:
April 20, 2011
10:00am-2:00pm

This event will be catered. The lunch break will be provided from 12:00pm-12:30pm.

UBC Robson Square
800 Robson St. (view location map)
Rm. C485

To Register:
Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name and location in the subject line.

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Influencing Without Authority

Presented by Russel Horwitz
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

April 5, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)






Program Summary:

The acid test of a good plan is the willingness of others to implement it. A key skill relevant to leaders at all levels is the ability to positively influence people in such a way that others willingly alter their thoughts and plans. By carefully adjusting ideas to the concerns and communication styles of others, and by formulating ideas in a compelling way, your level of influence can be dramatically improved. As influencing skills are used more often, resistance to change decreases along with the need to use positional power, which then often leads to stronger relationships.

Results You Can Expect:

• Improved odds of getting good ideas adopted in the organization.
• Greater ability to 'manage up'.
• Reduced resistance to change.
• Reduced reliance of the use of positional power.
• Improved relationships.

Key Focus Areas:

• Overcoming resistance to change
• Analyzing stakeholders
• Adapting to the style of others
• Adapting your idea to the constraints of others
• Managing up
• Increasing your personal power
• Appealing to logic versus emotion
• Structuring your 'pitch'
• Speaking persuasively to groups

Presenter Bio:

Russel is one of Kwela’s two founders and his expertise includes leadership development, team development, executive coaching, and training on a wide variety of topics. He has worked extensively as a leadership consultant / trainer since 2004 across a wide variety of sectors, including government, publically-held, private and non-profit. Russel's experience also includes 14 years in the high technology/engineering sector, where he held management roles in product development, marketing, customer service and training. Russel holds a Masters degree in Engineering from the University of Cape Town, South Africa.

Who Should Attend:

AAPS Members at all levels who would like to improve their degree of influence without relying on positional power.

Program Information:

April 5, 2011
10:00am to 2:30 pm

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Party room (2nd floor)

Please note: This event will not be catered. Only refreshments will be provided. The lunch break will be from 12:00 pm to 12:30 pm. There is a cafeteria on ground level of the SUB. There are also microwaves available.

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca. Please ensure that the event name is in the subject line.

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The 10 Pound Shred: High Intensity Training Zone-Get Fit Fast!

Presented by Tommy Europe
Free Seminar, Please RSVP

March 10, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)

Please register early to ensure event is not canceled.


Program Summary:

In this high energy keynote presentation, Tommy will share his philosophy to help people get started towards a healthier lifestyle. He will explain why it is never too late to get started, how with 30 — 45 minutes a day will produce amazing results in only 31 days.

You Will Learn:

The basics, along with the blueprint for leading a healthy lifestyle.
Fitness changes can happen by spending as little as 30-45 minutes a day.
That it is never too late to start training, that it doesn’t need to cost a lot of money, and exercising doesn’t have to be boring. All you have to do is get better every day!

Presenter Bio:

During his 11 year Professional Football career with the British Columbia Lions, the Montreal Alouettes and the Winnipeg Blue Bombers, Tommy Europe achieved many successes including a Grey Cup win with the BC Lions in 1994.

Tommy is well known as the Host and Fitness coach on the TV show “The Last Ten Pound Bootcamp” – now in its sixth season on Slice Network in Canada and Fine Living Network in the US. Every show has Tommy taking a recruit through an intense fitness and nutrition regimen that dramatically resizes them in record time. Motivated by a special event (an upcoming wedding, anniversary, vacation, or reunion) participants strive to transform themselves physically and mentally in just four weeks.

Tommy Europe is also the Host and Fitness Coach on the TV show “Bulging Brides” – now in its third season on Slice network in Canada and Fine Living Network in the US. Using the same philosophy he uses in “The Last 10 pound Bootcamp”, Tommy helps brides slim down in six weeks to fit into their bridal gown in time for the big wedding day.
In March of 2011, Tommy will be releasing his new book “10 Pound Shred - From Flab to Fit in 4 weeks” and it will show readers how 30-45 minutes a day is all you need to achieve your fitness goal in 31 days.

Chosen “Best Personal Trainer” by The Georgia Straight's Annual Best of Vancouver reader's choice poll for 2006, 2007, and 2009, he is a BCRPA Certified Strength & Personal Trainer and Can-Fit Pro Certified Personal Training Specialist.
or and consultant whose

Who Should Attend:

All AAPS members welcome.

Program Information:

March 10, 2011
11:30am-1:00pm

Tommy will be selling his new book after the presentation.

Student Union Building
6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)
Auditorium/Theater

There will be coffee/tea/water available at this event.

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name/date and location in the subject line.

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Coming to Terms with Technological Turmoil

Presented by Steve Dotto

Free Seminar, Please RSVP

March 22, 2011 (Point Grey Campus)

Program Summary:

Balance seems to be a fleeting state. Regardless whether it is our family and work life, or striking a balance between the adoption of technology and actually performing the work, heck, even eating a balanced diet seems to be beyond most of us.

When we look specifically at the world of technology, we can certainly get so caught up in the potential benefits that we never actually reap them.

Sometimes it is good to take a step back and try and view with perspective how things fit in our lives.
Steve Dotto will share an honest, thoughtful and whimsical view of technology with you, including how the adoption of technology is effecting every facet of our society, from personal and family issues, through the workplace into the environment.

You Will Learn How To:

· What is Web 2.0 (the underlying technology that is molding our on-line world)

· Why it important to understand and master new technologies

· How to gain control over the your technological life

· Why it important to embrace change

Presenter Bio:

Steve Dotto is Canada's most respected geek. For over 15 years, as host and executive producer of Dotto Tech, a nationally syndicated TV show, Steve has entertained and educated millions of Canadians on all aspects of technology. From printers and scanners to smart phones and digital camera's Dotto Tech has bee a trusted source for great "how to" advice.
Steve has a passion for understanding the social impact of technology. His DVD Cybersafe with Steve Dotto, teaches parents and caregivers about the opportunities, dangers and challenges of social networking.

A very popular speaker, Steve is in demand, addressing audiences on the changes technology is bringing to the workplace, and our society.
Steve has one mission, to help us master our technology, at home, at school or at work, his message....we need to be in charge.

Whether it’s ecommerce applications, voice recognition technology, or the convergence of cell phones and computers, Steve will take all this information and present it in a understandable, and practical language, offering some insight into the application of technology and how it can apply to you. We will concentrate on the practical application of computer technology to the home, the office and the workplace. This seminar covers the latest in hardware and software, exploring the trends with a look at what to expect in the near future.

Who Should Attend:

All AAPS Members are welcome

Program Information:

March 22, 2011

12:00 pm to 1:30 pm

Student Union Building

6138 Student Union Boulevard (view location map)

Auditorium/Theatre

This event will be video recorded for AAPS members who are unable to attend.

To Register:

Simply send an email to aaps.pd@ubc.ca with the event name/date/location in the subject line.