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HOME     >>HOMEOPATHY AWARENESS     >>HAW POSTER In 2009, the Canadian Society of Homeopaths officially launched Homeopathy Awareness Month for the month of April.  No longer limited to the week following the anniversary of Samuel Hahnemann's birth on April 10, 1755, CSH members were able to spread their Awareness activities over the full month of April. The theme of the 2009 Homeopathy Awareness Month was Homeopathy and Allergies.  As in previous Awareness celebrations, CSH Registered and Associate members organized events, displays, and special promotions across the country, details of which are listed below, arranged by province from West to East, and alphabetically by community within each province. All the following HAW events are free to the public unless otherwise indicated. x

BRITISH COLUMBIA

BC:  108 Mile Ranch

WHEN:	April 1 - 30
WHO:	Julie Dalby
WHAT:	20% Discount on all initial consultations booked during Homeopathy Awareness Month.
CONTACT:	Julie Dalby, RCSHom New Horizons Homeopathy Box 181, 108 Mile Ranch, BC  V0K 2Z0 250-791-5562 pjdalby@shaw.ca

BC:  Armstrong

WHEN:	Friday, April 17th, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm & Saturday, April 18th,  8:30am - 6:00pm
WHO:	Marijke van de Water
WHAT:	Information Booth & Presentation Learn how homeopathy can help maintain your horse's health, soundness, and well-being.
WHERE:	Equine Holistic Awareness Symposium & Trade Fair Armstrong Fairgrounds, Armstrong, BC
CONTACT:	Marijke van de Water, RCSHom Riva's Remedies Ltd. PO Box #92 Armstrong, BC  V0E 1B0 250-546-0669 or 1-800-405-6643 Fax: 250-546-0663 rivas33@nowcom.ca  www.rivasremedies.com

BC:  Gabriola

WHEN:	April (Date TBA)
WHAT:	Homeopathy for Menopause
WHERE:	Phone for details
CONTACT:	Regina Lorek, CCH, RCSHom Raven Homeopathy 250-247-7872

BC:  Gabriola

WHEN:	April (Date TBA)
WHAT:	Beginners' Workshop Learn the basics of homeopathy, especially for treating your children: how to put together a remedy kit and when and how to use it.
WHERE:	Phone for details
CONTACT:	Regina Lorek, CCH, RCSHom Raven Homeopathy 250-247-7872

BC:  Gibsons

WHEN:	Wednesday, April 15, 7 - 8:30 pm
WHO:	Lynn Mackay
WHAT:	Introduction to Homeopathy and Allergies Introductory lecture with Registered homeopath, Lynn Mackay. $7 entrance fee.  Pre-registration required.  Call 604-741-7691.
WHERE:	Gibsons Health and Wellness Centre 721 Winn Road, Gibsons 604-886-7080
CONTACT:	Lynn Mackay, RCSHom 604-741-7691

BC:  Nelson

WHEN:	Monday, April 6, 7 am
WHAT:	Homeopath Barbara Gosney speaks to the Rotary Club on international service and her experiences volunteering in India.
WHERE:	Hume Room, Heritage Inn 422 Nelson Street, Nelson
CONTACT:	Barbara Gosney, CCH, RCSHom 2102 Creek Street, Nelson bgosney@shaw.ca

BC:  Nelson

WHEN:	Friday, April 17, 10 am to 2 pm
WHO:	Margo MacLaren
WHAT:	Stop at the Homeopathy information booth near the front door, where you can discuss homeopathy in general or its uses in treating allergies.  There will be handouts available, treats to eat, and membership opportunities with the Canadian Society of Homeopaths!
WHERE:	Remedy's Rx Pharmacy 737 Baker Street, Nelson 250-352-6928   mark@remedys.ca
CONTACT:	Margo MacLaren, DHom 250-354-7072 mcdip@telus.net

BC:  Nelson

WHEN:	Saturday, April 15, 10 am to 2 pm
WHO:	Margo MacLaren
WHAT:	Another opportunity to stop and chat with local homeopath, Margot MacLaren, where you can discuss homeopathy in general or its uses in treating allergies.  There will be a display to examine, handouts available, treats to eat, and membership opportunities with the Canadian Society of Homeopaths!
WHERE:	Kootenay Country Store Cooperative 295 Baker Street, Nelson
CONTACT:	Margo MacLaren, DHom 250-354-7072 mcdip@telus.net

BC:  Parksville

WHEN:	April 1 - 30
WHO:	Laura Geberdt
WHAT:	30% Discount on all initial consultations booked during Homeopathy Awareness Month.
CONTACT:	Laura Geberdt, DCH Vital Health Homeopathy 141 Memorial Avenue Parksville, BC 250-951-9881

BC:  Parksville

WHEN:	April 1 - 30
WHAT:	Library Display featuring homeopathic remedies and their sources, pictures, and, of course, books.
WHERE:	Parksville Public Library Vancouver Island Regional Library 100 East Jensen, Parksville
CONTACT:	Laura Geberdt, DCH Vital Health Homeopathy 141 Memorial Avenue Parksville, BC 250-951-9881

BC:  Parksville

WHEN:	Thursday, April 16, 7 pm Tuesday, April 28, 7 pm
WHO:	Laura Geberdt
WHAT:	Free Lectures: Help for Allergies Using Homeopathy
WHERE:	Parksville Community and Conference Centre 132 East Jensen Avenue, Parksville
CONTACT:	Laura Geberdt, DCH Vital Health Homeopathy 141 Memorial Avenue Parksville, BC 250-951-9881

BC:  Parksville

WHEN:	April 21, 9 am - 12 noon
WHO:	Laura Geberdt
WHAT:	Homeopathy & Allergies   Information booth, illustrating key aspects of homeopathy and offering free handouts and remedies.
WHERE:	The Medicine Shoppe Compounding Pharmacy 192 West Island Highway, Parksville, BC 250-248-6695
CONTACT:	Laura Geberdt, DCH Vital Health Homeopathy 141 Memorial Avenue Parksville, BC 250-951-9881

BC:  Penticton

WHEN:	Friday, April 17, 9 am to 4 pm
WHO:	Katharina Riedener
WHAT:	Homeopathic First Aid Workshop: Introduction to Homeopathy Learn the basics about homeopathy and how to use homeopathic remedies for daily ailments and emergencies.  Homeopathy is safe for anybody at any age - and also for your pets!  Cost: $68 (GST incl)
WHERE:	#101 - 95 Eckhardt Avenue, Penticton
CONTACT:	Katharina Riedener, RCSHom 8305 - 68 Ave, Box 200 Osoyoos, BC  V0H 1V0 250-485-8333 info@homeokat.com www.homeokat.com

BC:  Port Alberni

WHEN:	April 14 to 18
WHAT:	Library Display
WHERE:	Port Alberni Branch Library Vancouver Island Regional Library 4245 Wallace Street, Port Alberni
CONTACT:	Anita Francoeur, RCSHom Island Health 6494 Cherry Creek Road, Port Alberni 250-724-0050

BC:  Port Alberni

WHEN:	Saturday, April 17
WHAT:	Open House Visit the office for a chat and free handouts to learn more about homeopathy and how it can relieve allergy symptoms and so much more!
WHERE:	Island Health 6494 Cherry Creek Road, Port Alberni
CONTACT:	Anita Francoeur, RCSHom Island Health 6494 Cherry Creek Road, Port Alberni 250-724-0050

BC:  Salt Spring Island

WHEN:	Every Monday and Friday morning: April 3, 6, 10, 13, 17, 20, 24, & 27, 9 am - 12 Noon
WHO:	Karin Beviere, RCSHom and Tami dos Santos, RCSHom
WHAT:	Low Cost Walk-in Clinic providing acute allergy relief and information on prevention.
WHERE:	Arbutus Therapy Centre #5 - 121 McPhillips Avenue, Ganges
CONTACT:	Arbutus Therapy Centre #5 - 121 McPhillips Avenue Salt Spring Island, BC  V8K 2T6 250-537-4728 info@arbutustherapy.ca

BC:  Salt Spring Island

WHEN:	Saturdays, April 4, 11, 18 & 18, 9 am to 2 pm
WHO:	Homeopaths of Salt Spring Island
WHAT:	Information booth with plenty of handouts about homeopathy and allergies.  Stop by to meet some of local homeopaths serving your community!
WHERE:	Ganges Market Downtown Gangers
CONTACT:	Arbutus Therapy Centre 250-537-4728

BC:  Squamish

WHEN:	April 1 - 30
WHO:	Natalie Scopaz
WHAT:	25% Discount on all initial consultations booked during Homeopathy Awareness Month.
CONTACT:	Natalie Scopaz, DCH Embody Health Homeopathy 604-848-8770

BC:  Squamish

WHEN:	Sunday, April 5, 11 am to 3 pm
WHO:	Natalie Scopaz
WHAT:	Mini-Clinic with free 15-minute consultations to discuss options for treating your acute symptoms.
WHERE:	Health Food Heaven #520 - 1200 Hunter Place, Station Square, Squamish 604-815-0001
CONTACT:	Natalie Scopaz, DCH Embody Health Homeopathy 604-848-8770

BC:  Squamish

WHEN:	Sunday, April 18, 3:30 pm
WHO:	Natalie Scopaz
WHAT:	Public Talk on homeopathy and its role in treating allergies.
WHERE:	Adventure Centre 38551 Loggers Lane, SS-1, Squamish 604-815-4994
CONTACT:	Natalie Scopaz, DCH Embody Health Homeopathy 604-848-8770

BC:  Squamish

WHEN:	Sunday, April 26, 3 pm
WHO:	Heather Royal
WHAT:	Unfolding with Homeopathy: Learning How Homeopathy Can Help with Allergies Free public talk with local homeopathic practitioner, Heather Royal, who will explain the benefits of homeopathic treatment for allergy sufferers.
WHERE:	Squamish Pubic Library 37907 - 2nd Avenue, Squamish 604-892-3110
CONTACT:	Heather Royal, DCH Spiral Healing with Homeopathy 604-848-8197 spiralhealing.homeopathy@gmail.com

BC:  Surrey

WHEN:	April 1 to 30
WHO:	Ram Saini
WHAT:	20% Discounts on all Homeopathic consultations during Homeopathy Awareness Month and on the purchase of all homeopathic products for the treatment of allergies.
CONTACT:	R S Saini, RCSHom Natural Homeopathic Solutions #231 - 8138 - 128 Street, Surrey 604-502-9579 604-725-8401 rssaini@homeopathsaini.com www.homeopathsaini.com

BC:  Surrey

WHEN:	Saturday, April 11, 9 am - 6 pm
WHO:	Ram Saini
WHAT:	Free mini clinic and information booth with displays of homeopathic medicines and products.  Emphasis will go to the use of Homeopathic remedies to treat allergic conditions.
WHERE:	At the annual Vaisakhi Parade celebrating the Sikh New Year with thousands of devotees: On the side road near 81 Avenue and 128 Street, Surrey.
CONTACT:	R S Saini, RCSHom Natural Homeopathic Solutions #231 - 8138  - 128 Street, Surrey 604-502-9579 604-725-8401 rssaini@homeopathsaini.com www.homeopathsaini.com

BC:  Surrey

WHEN:	Sunday, April 19, 2:00 - 3:30 pm
WHO:	Ram Saini
WHAT:	Free Public Talk Learn more about homeopathy and its role in treating allergic conditions.
WHERE:	Vedic Hindu Cultural Society Temple 8321 - 140 Street, Surrey
CONTACT:	R S Saini, RCSHom Natural Homeopathic Solutions #231-8138 - 128 Street, Surrey 604-502-9579 604-725-8401 rssaini@homeopathsaini.com www.homeopathsaini.com

BC:  Vancouver

WHEN:	April 1 - 30
WHAT:	What is Homeopathy? Display including brochures, bookmarks, remedy pictures, and selection of library books on homeopathy.
WHERE:	Vancouver Public Library, Central Branch 4th Floor - Sciences Dept 350 West Georgia Street, Vancouver 604-331-3603
CONTACT:	Judy Chorney, RCSHom Vancouver 604-224-2400

BC:  Vancouver

WHEN:	April 10 - 16
WHO:	Judy Chorney
WHAT:	20% Discount on Initial Consultations booked during Homeopathy Awareness Week
CONTACT:	Judy Chorney, RCSHom Vancouver 604-224-2400

BC:  Victoria

WHEN:	April 25, 11 am to 3 pm
WHAT:	Open House Health & Wellness House is excited to host this Open House during Homeopathy Awareness Month.  This is a great opportunity to meet with David Arnold and to learn more about the incredible scope and potential of homeopathic medicine.
WHERE:	Health & Wellness House 811 Rogers Close, Victoria
CONTACT:	David Arnold, RCSHom 250-592-6001 info@healthandwellnesshouse.com

BC:  White Rock

WHEN:	April 2009
WHO:	Tammy Colleton
WHAT:	20% Discount on all initial consultations booked during Homeopathy Awareness Month.
CONTACT:	Tammy Colleton, RCSHom Peace Arch Homeopathic Centre Classical Homeopathy White Rock 604-812-4759

ALBERTA

AB:  Calgary

WHEN:	Saturdays, April 11, 18, 25 and May 9, 2009 1:00 to 4:30 pm
WHO:	Donna Powers
WHAT:	Vaccination: Making an Informed Decision and the Role of Homeopathy Classical homeopath, Donna Powers will lead this 4-week series of classes covering: v      Immune system – What is It; How does it Work v      Homeopathy – What is it; How does it Work v      Vaccination – Yes or No? What you need to know to make an informed decision. Risks and benefits of vaccination; vaccine toxicity and efficacy. v      Childhood illnesses - What you need to know about childhood illnesses: risks and benefits of childhood illnesses; how to use homeopathic remedies for childhood illnesses/diseases/complaints. Includes suggestions for remedies for each childhood illness.
WHERE:	Room to Grow  #9B-1330 - 15th Avenue SW, Calgary
CONTACT:	Donna Powers, CCH, RCSHom 230-8505 powers4@telus.net

AB:  Red Deer

WHEN:	April 24 - 26
WHO:	Marijke van de Water
WHAT:	Look for Booth #2601 for an opportunity to discuss homeopathy with a qualified homeopath and to view the homeopathic remedies on display.
WHERE:	Mane Event Equine Education and Trade Fair Westerner Park, Red Deer
CONTACT:	Marijke van de Water, RCSHom Riva's Remedies Ltd. PO Box #92 Armstrong, BC  V0E 1B0 250-546-0669 or 1-800-405-6643 Fax: 250-546-0663 rivas33@nowcom.ca  www.rivasremedies.com

ONTARIO

ON:  Brampton

WHEN:	April 1 to 30
WHAT:	Office Display Stop by the office to look over information on Homeopathy and Allergies.  Free handouts and sample remedies available.
WHERE:	Pro-Medica Clinic 500 Ray Lawson Blvd Brampton
CONTACT:	Iwona Piotrowski, RCSHom Pro-Medica Clinic 500 Ray Lawson Blvd Brampton, ON  L6Y 5B3 Phone:  416-712-3244 Fax:  905-455-5390 iwonapio@gmail.com

ON:  Brampton

WHEN:	Wednesdays, April 1, 8, 15, 22,29 12 to 1 pm
WHAT:	Free Consultations with homeopath Iwona Piotrowski for anyone suffering from allergies.
WHERE:	Pro-Medica Clinic 500 Ray Lawson Blvd, Brampton
CONTACT:	Iwona Piotrowski, RCSHom Pro-Medica Clinic 500 Ray Lawson Blvd Brampton, ON  L6Y 5B3 Phone:  416-712-3244 Fax:  905-455-5390 iwonapio@gmail.com

ON:  Kingston

WHEN:	April 16, 3:00 to 5:30 pm
WHO:	Anja Troje
WHAT:	Mini Clinic: The Homeopath is In! Ask Anja Troje all your questions about homeopathy and homeopathic treatment for allergies.
WHERE:	Green Door Vitamins 200 Wellington Street, Kingston 613-547-4584
CONTACT:	Anja Troje,  6 Grenville Crescent Kingston, ON  K7M 3A8 613-530-3614 atroje@cogeco.ca

ON:  London
 

WHEN:	April 24 - 30
WHAT:	Display featuring books, articles, brochures, and handouts regarding Homeopathy and its effectiveness in treating allergies and maintaining long-term health for children and the whole family.  Look for a draw for a free consultation with homeopath Karina Viovy.
WHERE:	Westmount Public Library 3220 Wonderland Road South, London 519-473-4708
CONTACT:	Karina Viovy, DSHomMed Homeopaths on Wheels 519-902-HEAL (4325)    kviovy@rogers.com

ON:  Newmarket

WHEN:	April
WHO:	Nick Mazzoli
WHAT:	First in a series of Introductory Lectures on homeopathy, starting with the treatment of allergies.
WHERE:	Nature's Emporium 16655 Yonge Street, Newmarket 905-898-1844
CONTACT:	Nicholas J. Mazzoli, RCSHom Homeopathic Physician 416-727-7150 www.nicholasmazzoli.com

ON:  Whitby

WHEN:	Wednesday, April 22, Noon to 1 pm and 1 pm to 2 pm
WHO:	Charlotte Thompson
WHAT:	Lunch and Learn Two one-hour talks to municipal staff about the benefits of homeopathy, especially for those suffering from allergies.
WHERE:	Regional Municipality of Durham 605 Rossland Road East, Whitby
CONTACT:	Charlotte E.L. Thompson, RCSHom Pickering, ON 905-649-5170

NOVA SCOTIA

NS:  Dartmouth

WHEN:	April 1 to 30, 2009
WHO:	Meryl Cook
WHAT:	Display & Free 15 Minute Consult Drop by to take a look at our display with general information about homeopathy, as well as articles and information about homeopathy and allergies.  Pick up a brochure and book a free 15-minute consult with homeopath, Meryl Cook.
WHERE:	Pillars of Health #101 - 10 Portland Street, Dartmouth
CONTACT:	Meryl Cook, RCSHom Pillars of Health #101 - 10 Portland Street Dartmouth, NS  B2Y 1G9 902-444-3303 merylcook@pillarsofhealth.ca www.merylcook.ca

NS:  Dartmouth

WHEN:	Wednesday, April 15, 7 to 8 pm
WHO:	Meryl Cook
WHAT:	Homeopathy and Allergies Free public talk will provide an overview of allergies in relation to homeopathy, with practical tips on treating seasonal allergies.  All welcome.  Save a seat by calling 902-444-3303.
WHERE:	Pillars of Health #101 - 10 Portland Street, Dartmouth
CONTACT:	Meryl Cook, RCSHom Pillars of Health #101 - 10 Portland Street Dartmouth, NS  B2Y 1G9 902-444-3303 merylcook@pillarsofhealth.ca www.merylcook.ca

NS:  Dartmouth

WHEN:	Thursday, April 23, Noon to 1:30 pm
WHO:	Meryl Cook
WHAT:	Meet & Greet Local physicians and their staff are invited to lunch to discuss homeopathy and how it can complement their work in cases that are difficult to treat conventionally.  Information handouts and handy referral pads available.
WHERE:	Pillars of Health #101 - 10 Portland Street, Dartmouth
CONTACT:	Meryl Cook, RCSHom Pillars of Health #101 - 10 Portland Street Dartmouth, NS  B2Y 1G9 902-444-3303 merylcook@pillarsofhealth.ca www.merylcook.ca

NS:  Halifax

WHEN:	Thursday, April 16,  1:30 to 3:00 pm
WHO:	Meryl Cook
WHAT:	Private Lecture:  Homeopathy and Allergies Overview of allergies in relation to homeopathy, with practical tips on treating seasonal allergies.
WHERE:	Canadian School of Natural Nutrition #204 - 5445 Rainnie Drive, Halifax
CONTACT:	Meryl Cook, RCSHom Pillars of Health #101 - 10 Portland Street Dartmouth, NS  B2Y 1G9 902-444-3303 merylcook@pillarsofhealth.ca www.merylcook.ca