Live Laugh Learn Past Sessions

Past sessions

Toronto

Sunday October 25, 2009
Connectivity: The key to finding positive energy, community and support that fits
Sarah O’Regan, young breast cancer survivor and Dr. Karen Fergus, psychologist

Hear the inspiring tale of a young 7-year survivor and learn about the value of connecting with other young women, processing your emotions and finding programs that suit your unique needs.

Sunday, November 29, 2009
Style Up For the Holidays
Maureen Greenstein, Makeup Queen & Amalia Ruggiero, Capilia by Truly You Hair Solution Centre

Combat chemo fx and shimmer and shine this holiday season. At this exclusive primp-&-prep session you’ll get the hottest expert makeup tips for your brows, lashes & overall complexion, as well as the latest on organic skin care, fabulous wigs & wig alternatives – whatever you need to look your best.

Sunday, January 31, 2010
Sweat the Big Stuff: The benefits of exercise during breast cancer
Dr. Paul Oh, Toronto Rehabilitation Institute

Learning about the remarkable impact exercise can have on prevention, survival, symptoms and quality of life is enough to get you pumped and primed for the New Year.

Sunday February 28, 2010
What’s New in Research?
Dr. Danny Robson, Medical Oncologist, North York General Hospital

Get the skinny on the newest research and treatment options for young women with breast cancer.

Sunday, March 28, 2010
The Naturopathic Approach to Better Living with Breast Cancer
Sat Dharam Kaur, Naturopathic Doctor, The Healthy Breast Program

Learn how to naturally improve your health & wellbeing during and after treatment, including; dietary strategies, practices and supplements that help to balance hormones, lifestyle habits to increase vitality and how to minimize environmental risk factors.

Sunday, April 25, 2010
Because Money Matters: Financial survivorship during breast cancer
Pamela Bowes, Money Matters Program, Wellspring

When it comes to dealing with the financial blows of breast cancer, knowledge is power. Catch a glimpse into Wellspring’s Money Matters program and learn about income replacement options during & after treatment, things to keep in mind when you return to work and financial suggestions for the future.

Sunday, June 6, 2010
Let’s Talk About Sex!
Carlyle Jansen, Good For Her

Find out everything you ever wanted to know about loving your body and rediscovering your sexuality during and after breast cancer treatment. This must-attend event delves deep into such hot-button issues as body image, sensuality, intimacy and aphrodisiacs, from diagnosis through recovery.

Sunday, July 25, 2010
Stretch Yourself: Yoga for inner peace & outer strength
Lesley Hadrill, Bliss Yoga Studio

Join us for an introductory level Kundalini yoga class with an experienced facilitator of the Healthy Breast program. This session will include breathing exercises for relaxation, stretching and warm ups, and a light set of postures. No previous yoga experience necessary, beginners welcome!

Sunday, September 26, 2010
For the Love of Food! A path to optimum wellness through nutrition
Katie Compton, Holistic Nutritionist and Natural Foods Chef, Canadian Integrative Cancer Centre

Learn about the benefits of nutrition to achieve optimum health during breast cancer treatment and recovery. Katie Compton will share her knowledge of cancer fighting & immune boosting foods and offer up suggestions on how to easily incorporate them into every day meals and snacks. Expand your understanding of the best food choices your body needs to assist you in reaching your greatest level of health

Sunday, October 24, 2010
Breast Reconstruction: Understanding the Options
Dr. Mitchell Brown, Plastic Surgeon

Whether you are exploring your initial breast reconstruction options or secondary procedures, this session will help you better understand the latest advances in breast reconstruction as well as which option might be most appropriate for you. Dr. Brown will provide up-to-date information and visual images of a range of techniques and be on hand to answer any questions.

Saturday, November 20, 2010
A Very Special Live Laugh Lunch at the Breast Fest Film Festival
An inspirational event for women with breast cancer featuring esteemed author, Ruth Rakoff.

Author Ruth Rakoff, will read from ”When My World Was Very Small. A Memoir of Family, Food, Cancer and my Couch”. It is an intimate, honest, raw and funny account of her journey through breast cancer and a love letter to the many friends and family who came along on her ride. Join us for a candid conversation about life beyond cancer and moving forward with new energy.

Lunch is provided.  Spaces are limited, so registration is required.

Sunday, December 5, 2010
Shimmer & Shine for the Season
Sheri Stroh, Plutino Group and Amie Heenan, Melmira Bra & Swimsuits

Start the holiday season in style with this special girls’ night in filled with glam makeup tips for looking great on those not-so-great chemo weeks and getting glam for the holidays no matter where you are in the breast cancer journey.  Also discover sexy post-surgery lingerie, swimwear & more.  Join us for some indulgent treats, holiday cheer and get festive!

Sunday, February 27, 2011
Talking to Children about Breast Cancer
Morgan Livingstone, Child Life Specialist

Whether you are a mom, aunt, friend or neighbour, you know that children are notorious for asking the tough questions.  So how do we answer their questions about cancer? Expert child-life specialist Morgan Livingstone joins us to share her practical strategies for helping kids cope.  Discover how resilient they can be when information is tailored to their specific needs.

Sunday, March 27, 2011
Superfood Synergy!
Eva Sue-Wah-Sing, Holistic Chef and Nutritionist, Insight Health

Matcha and Maca and Flax – oh my! You’ve heard about foods with cancer-fighting properties, but how on Earth do you find them and use them? Come on out and listen to Eva speak about the synergy of foods and how their molecules act against cancer and defend the body. You’ll leave with her Top-10 list of superfoods, tips on where to get them, and plenty of easy recipes for trying them out. Healthy habits are delicious!

Sunday, April 17, 2011New
Meditation to cultivate healing & well-being
Noni Regan and Farheen Beg, Rethink Breast Cancer

Research shows that meditating cultivates healing and well-being when we’re living with or recovering from cancer. Be kind to yourself: enjoy some relaxing guided meditation, and take home simple exercises to quiet the mind. Join two members of Rethink’s programs team who, in their time away from the office, have experience practicing and facilitating Shamatha & Mindfulness meditation.

Sunday May 29, 2011
Let’s Talk About Sex!
Dr. Jennifer Blake, Obstetrician & Gynaecologist in Chief, Sunnybrook Health Sciences Centre

Maintaining intimacy in relationships is critical to quality of life, yet the sexual needs of a woman with breast cancer are often not addressed in the clinical setting. This must-attend event delves deep into such hot-button issues as self-image, physical changes, and sexuality – from diagnosis through recovery.

Sunday, June 26, 2011
Move it and love it!: Exercise for optimal health and well-being
Dr. Stacy Irvine, Chiropractor & Personal Trainer, Owner of Totum Life Science

Exercise has been shown to provide tremendous physical and psychological benefits in every stage of the breast cancer journey. Join us to learn how to keep fit in safe and effective ways and have fun doing it! You can also take a peek at post-surgical Janac Sportswear and learn how it can keep you comfortable ”on the run”!

Sunday, July 24, 2011
Dance Like No One Is Watching
Kristal Wei, Hip Hop Dance Teacher & Performer

Movement and exercise play a key role in re-gaining and maintaining optimum health. When you add in music, laughter and community, you have a complete recipe for turning on that summer glow. Join Kristal and the Rethink gang for a lesson in hip hop & a funky evening of getting your groove on.

Sunday September 18, 2011
How to Work it! Returning to work after cancer
Judy Gould, PhD, Psychotherapist and Wellspring Program Leader

Returning to work after a cancer diagnosis or treatment?  Join us to learn about the latest research, recommendations and return-to-work strategies….and how to keep self-care on the agenda. Stick around for a fashion demo by Style for the Soul to get some tips on how to look good doing it!

Sunday, October 23, 2011
Lifting the Fog:  Coping with cancer related brain fog

Dr. Heather Palmer, Director/Founder of Maximum Capacity

Following a cancer diagnosis and treatment, have you noticed changes to your memory, organization, word finding, efficiency and overall well-being?  You are not alone!  Join us to learn about cancer related brain fog (often called “chemo brain”) and take home tips & techniques to deal with it.

Saturday, November 19, 2011
A Very Special Live Laugh Lunch at the Breast Fest Film Festival

Live Laugh Lunch, co-presented by CBCF Ontario, is a special luncheon exclusively for women that have experienced breast cancer. It provides an opportunity to connect with each other in a more intimate space during the festival – to share your experiences and discuss the films and panels you are attending. Join us for an opportunity to make meaningful connections with other gals going through it!
Space is limited, so registration is required.

Sunday, December 11, 2011
Shimmer & Shine for the Season
Natalie Matias from MINTMAKEUP, with makeup provided by Physician’s Formula

Kick-off the festive season in style by joining Natalie and her fabulous team of make-up artists for an evening of glam makeovers, tasty treats and super-stuffed goody bags! There will be tips galore for getting your glow on for those not-so-fabulous chemo weeks, and getting gorgeous for the holidays no matter where you are in the breast cancer journey. Make-up is generously provided by Physician’s Formula, whose products are formulated without over 100 known irritating ingredients still found in many cosmetics on the market today. Come out and celebrate with us!

Sunday January 29, 2012
The Fertility Factor
Dr. Ellen Greenblatt, Medical Director – Centre for Fertility and Reproductive Health, Mount Sinai Hospital

Get the 411 on how breast cancer can affect fertility in young women, as well as the latest discoveries on fertility preservation, pregnancy after breast cancer and much more.

Sunday February 26, 2012
Eastern Wisdom & Breast Cancer Treatments
Jennifer Stock, Acupuncture Therapist – Shiatsu School of Canada Professional Clinic

Learn about the basics of acupuncture and how it can be helpful before, during and after breast cancer treatments. Learn how this unique style of healing can bring ease and joy into your life, and take home some easy acupressure tips for breast cancer self-care!

Sunday March 18, 2012
Couple Links: Coping with Cancer together
Dr. Karen Fergus, Clinical Psychologist & Dr. Jennifer Lewin, Couple Links Project Coordinator

We know that the diagnosis and treatment of breast cancer not only affects women, but also their partners. You are invited to bring your partner with you to this event to learn about common challenges, enhancing intimacy, and redefining your goals. Please RSVP!

Sunday, April 22, 2012
Spice up your Life!
Kristal Wei, Dance Teacher & Performer

Movement and exercise play a key role in re-gaining and maintaining optimum health, and dancing is the perfect way to have some fun doing it! Kristal is back to lead a singles salsa class – join us to turn the heat up just in time for Spring!

Ottawa

Sunday, January 22, 2012 (The Live Laugh Learn LAUNCH!)
New Year, New You! Make-overs and Glamour Shots for the New Year
Natalie Lyle Photography, with makeup provided by Physician’s Formula

Kick-off the New Year in style by joining us at the Ottawa Live Laugh Learn Launch! Enjoy some tasty treats while meeting other young gals going through it. Make-up artists and stylists will help you shimmer, shine & feel your best, while the ever-talented Natalie Lyle will capture the glamorous result for inspiration during those not-so-fabulous weeks, no matter where you are in the breast cancer journey. Make-up is generously provided by Physician’s Formula, whose products are formulated without over 100 known irritating ingredients still found in many cosmetics on the market today. Come out and celebrate with us!

Sunday February 19, 2012
A Naturopathic Approach to Better Living with Breast Cancer
Diane Meherbani Kaur Desrochers – Yoga Teacher, Nutrition Coach & Healthy Breast Program practitioner

Access your inner healer! Join Meherbani to gain some insight into the Healthy Breast Program, a naturopathic protocol that shows how wisdom foods, nutritional supplements and immunity enhancement can support women’s breast health. Discover how to naturally improve your health & wellbeing both during and after treatment.

Sunday March 25, 2012
The Fertility Factor
Dr. Aaron Jackson (Associate Physician – Ottawa Fertility Centre) & Jessica Hacker (Acting Executive Director - Fertile Future)

Get the latest information on how breast cancer can affect fertility in young women, as well as the latest discoveries on fertility preservation, how treatments body, pregnancy after breast cancer and so much more.

Sunday April 22, 2012
Follow Your Nodes: Lymphedema risk reduction and management
Louise Haley – Haley Rehab

Breast cancer treatment places patients at a lifelong risk for developing lymphedema. Join Louise Haley to learn about the latest literature, how to recognize early signs & symptoms, and proper care techniques. The more you know, the more you flow!

Our monthly get-together for gals going through it.