Robyn Stoy

Louise Browne

Laura Bennett

My name is Laura Bennett, I am recently 40 and life is the best that it has been in years! I have two incredible sons, Tim (24) and Matt (18), being a Mom is my most important job. I am an abuse survivor and have learned that self care is key to reaching your own true potential.

I enjoy volunteering and my hobbies include reading, games, puzzles, acting, and writing. My dream job is writing and helping others on their paths to self actualization.

I am a practitioner of random and directed acts of kindness. I believe that we are all on this journey together and we might as well help each other along. My wish for you is that you find out who you truly are and that you are pleased to have made that acquaintance.

Sheri Bishop, BSc, MSW, RSW

Being born and raised in Prince Rupert, BC I am a northern girl at heart. After receiving my Master of Social Work Degree from the University of Northern BC in 2010 I relocated to Merritt, BC and currently work as a family therapist for a non-profit agency. I am truly honoured to have been apart of the Salmon Valley Woman’s Festival for the last three years. Through the facilitation of an empowerment workshop on assertiveness I have been able to meet many amazing women all on their own journey to be more assertive in their lives. It has been through my own personal journey, education, and work experience that I have learned the fundamental principles of assertiveness. I hope you will join us this year as we move beyond the surface and look within to find our assertive selves.

Brenda Ann Bye

I discovered bellydance in 1996 at a Renaissance Faire in Vancouver, Washington. The primitive rhythm of the drums drew me from across the meadow and I was mesmerized by the dancer's age- old moves. My dance journey had begun. I have enjoyed being both a student and a teacher over the years and have been sharing my version of bellydance with others in workshops around the province as well as weekly classes in Quesnel for about 10 years now. I also enjoy directing “The Jewels of the Fraser”......a performing troupe based in Quesnel.

Middle Eastern Dance, more commonly known as Belly Dance is ancient…with it's roots in temple rites and matriarchal cultures. It is an excellent way to reconnect with our femininity in the very Masculine world that we live in. It is a celebration of the female spirit and women of all ages, shapes and sizes find joy in the uplifting moves. It has been both sacred and scorned over the years….and was once a gift; danced by women, for women. It is still a gift…one that we give to ourselves as well as share with each other. Unveil the dancer within you.

Kerri Connors

I am so thrilled with the opportunity to be involved in the Third Annual Salmon Valley Woman’s Festival! It is wonderful to know dreams do come true if you are able to find the balance between persistence and patience. I’m the mother of an amazing little boy, an educator and a student following a new path of self discovery. I welcome the chance to help other women develop their goals and turn visions into reality!

Rachelle Delorey

I was born and raised in a small town near Ottawa, and moved to Prince George with my small kids back in 1983. This has been our home ever since... Have experienced lots of growth in many areas in my life over the years.... I have 5 grown up children and 6 grand kids.. Being self employed gives you the ability to do so much more and take lots of courses in which I eventually will be moving and setting up a Natural Holistic Centre on my parents 93 acre farm.. Or where ever I am guided to do set it.. The last 3.5 years has been amazingly rewarding, my most recent course is a Grand Master Class with Dr. Franzi Ng, nothing short of exceptional learning in "TFT" Thought Field Therapy, the Emotion Code, Byron Katie, Spiritual Companionship etc. Also have many other courses as a Reiki Grand Master teacher and practitioner, Post Traumatic Stress, Being healthy and wealthy not just financially but in life it must start from the inside out, learning to let go of trapped emotions, emotional baggage that we carry with us for many years... This is my passion, I am here to help and share my knowledge and love for mankind with the world.... Inviting you to come and join me at the Women's Festival, and experience first hand how letting go of our dark shadows of the past will enlighten you.. A couple of years plus ago I went through a Romance Scam, the lesson was learned and what helped me through this difficult time was the training I had taken, and also romancescams.org. There is nothing we cannot tackle... In my spare time I love reading and learning more , worldwide travelling is at the top of my list, being in nature, belly dancing.

Annette Donald

Annette is a lightworker and Reiki master who has been working with energy for over 30 years. She is a Reiki Master in the Usui Shiki Ryoho Reiki, Reiki Heart Key, and Reiki Soul Key systems. Annette continues to learn and refine the energy work she does. This continues to include identifying and clearing disruptive energy influences in the body, as well as how the energy of life lessons appears in a person’s energy body.

Kari Hes

I am me! But if you wish to know my 'labels' they are as follows: Mother, daughter, student, friend, sister, colleague, yoga instructor, reiki practitioner, childbirth doula and lactivist! I attended last years festival living in Prince George, and since then, moved to Kelowna and have evolved tremendously as a woman. I am so excited to be attending the festival this year and to also be able to contribute somewhat to other lovely women's journeys. We are women, here us roar!!

Myhrr M.

My name is Myhrr, and I am the mother of one beautiful daughter, Laura, and grandmother of two very old souls, Chloe and Brooke.

Each day is a gift from our Blessed Mother. It took me 50 years to “get it”, however, once I did, my life began to change in leaps and bounds.

After 50 years of living with my head in the clouds, I finally began to listen to the musings of our Blessed Mother. In one short year, she has taught me to see the beautiful glory of her creation, which is something I’d love to share with you. You too, can become a channel of peace, love, and harmony. She wants us to change the world, one person at a time. Come with me and experience the love that She wants to share with you.

Blessed be,
Myhrr

Jeanie Malbeuf

My background is in exploring the creative process, & I look forward to sharing this with you.

Darlene McIntosh

Mother, Grandmother.
Student of Spirit for many years.
Practitioner of energy work, which includes Healing Touch, Inca Medicine Wheel, and many other modalities.
Teacher of the Medicine Wheel in elementary schools.
Spiritual care giver with P.G. hospital.
Part of a woman’s group that has witnessed phenomena of Spirit world.

Candice Amani Miller

Candice Imani Miller is a member of the Gerren Clan from Ireland, and the Chickamauga Cherokee Nation, Wolf Clan. Candice was mentored in the Celtic Harp and the teachings of the Medicine Wheel at three years of age and she practices Osda Nawvti, the “Good Medicine”.

Candice has been developing and facilitating community workshops for thirty years and has a background in Nursing, Teaching, Counseling youth in gangs and Traditional Medicine Wheel healing. As a Medicine Wheel teacher she has travelled throughout the United States, building Medicine Wheels for native and non-native communities. Candice taught Therapeutic Massage and Mind / Body therapies at Golden West College and Cerritos College in southern California and was a stress management counselor for the Southern California Indian Center.

Candice teaches a way of “Coming to Center” called “Ayeli”, Candice works from the philosophy of “May our joys be many and our wounds sacred”. Learning to embrace the light and shadow in our lives, in order to make meaningful choices about remaining victims of past traumas or reclaiming our birthright to living joyful dynamic lives.

Sue Minor

Who am I? I am you. I am spirit personified, in human form. With an ability to humbly look within your soul and take you on a journey of gentle exploration. I am master and student. I invite you to heal and help co-create our new world. One heart - one mind - one world!

Emily Moliere

Born and raised in Montreal - Travelled enough to realize all that life had to offer. Settled in Calgary to do most of my spiritual growth. Then off to Prince George to realize that I should share my gifts with others. I choose to walk in harmony with both the spiritual and earthly world. I surround myself with people that empower me and I in turn empower their greatness.

Charlene Ross

Charlene Ross is a long time practicing member of the Order of Bards, Ovates and Druids, and a current student finishing a Masters in Divinity in Wicca Studies, and a Pastoral Counseling Certificate from Ocean Seminary College. She is also a Reiki master teacher in many different systems, and Tarot Consultant of over twenty years experience. She owns and runs Echoes At Dawn Metaphysical, a local shop, and offers courses both online and in person, here and there at various festivals and events.. She has been researching and experiencing various phenomenon for over twenty years, clearing houses and consulting on paranormal phenomenon discretely. She is also a priestess and teacher with the Circle of the Hearthstone Within, a local circle that teachings and practices Eclectic Wicca and Druidry, making what is known as Druidcraft.

Tammy Skomorowski, MEd, CCC, RCC

With a background in psychology, anthropology, sociology, education and counselling, I have worked as a counsellor and educator for the past 20 years. I am currently employed as a Registered Clinical Counsellor at the College of New Caledonia. Having participated in the Women’s Festival for the past 3 years, I’ve experienced great personal and professional development and I am excited to contribute to this body of knowledge. I’m excited to create the space for you to explore your inner strength and assertive self. And I’m equally excited to learning from you.

Susan Tapp

I was raised in Ontario ; the mother of two lovely little darlings “ Thomas “my chiu/terrier cross and “Mister” my stubborn Pug. I have been facilitating support/anger groups for over 12 years. I have been on my own journey with anger. I have been able to accept, channel and use anger to inspire and guide me. It has been an awesome journey and I always look forward to peeling the next layer of my onion. I look forward to meeting new women and continuing the healing journey.

Si Transken

For almost three decades Si has worked with women who are struggling against racism, sexism, homophobia, oppression. Most recently she has been working with AWAC the women's shelter and New Hope (an organization that helps street involved women/ survival sex trade workers). Poetry journaling, and creative art have proven life changing and life empowering for Si. Expressive arts have proven enormously empowering in Si's practice with all kinds of women.

Kathy Hoskin

I have been a breast cancer survivor since 1998. With a dismal prognosis I started to practice meditation. I managed to go through intense chemotherapy and radiation with minimal side effects. There truly is a link between the mind and the body. This is an excellent way to relieve stress and quiet the mind. If this is practiced daily you will be able to see the results. You seem to handle stress - it somehow doesn't effect you the same way as it did. You will notice that you will disengage from the everyday drama's and observe instead of taking on the negative energy and feeling drained or angry. To be one at peace is a wonderful feeling. I have been leading meditations for many years now and love seeing how others enjoy the experience. Join me in the mornings and experience this beautiful feeling!!