34th OHEA AGM and Dinner
was held on March 22nd
2013 OHEA Conference
was held on March 23rd
Both were held at the Chestnut Conference Centre, University of Toronto
was held on March 22nd
2013 OHEA Conference
was held on March 23rd
Both were held at the Chestnut Conference Centre, University of Toronto
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Cupcake Contest Winner
Katrine Gahol won the cupcake contest with her Lemon Cupcake with Cheesecake Frosting.
Second place was Katie Brunke with her Chocolate Stout Cupcake with Mocha Frosting. Both are students of Ryerson University. Third place went to Mairlyn Smith. Sponsored by 
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Student Media Release Contest
Michelle J. Kwan of Ryerson University is the winner the Student Media Release Contest.
Sponsored by Quinte Home Economics Association and 
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Thank you to OHEA Conference 2013 Sponsors
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Thank you to the wonderful speakers at the conference
Perdita Felicien
Olympian & World Champion Hurdler
http://perditafelicien.com/about/biography
For Perdita's speech click here.
Olympian & World Champion Hurdler
http://perditafelicien.com/about/biography
For Perdita's speech click here.
Ellen Pruden, B.Ed
Education and Promotion Coordinator for Manitoba Canola Growers Association
Ellen Pruden is two things: bossy and a foodie. She loves to tell everyone why they should cook with canola oil. The canola industry has been a great place for her to indulge in her love of cooking and love for teaching.
Ellen graduated with a Bachelor of Education from the University of Winnipeg.
She has worked in the canola industry since she graduated; first developing the Canola Learning Centre and now as Education and Promotion Coordinator for the Manitoba Canola Growers. She is past President of Agriculture in the Classroom – Manitoba and project coordinator of various Canola Info activities.
Ellen enthusiastically promotes Manitoban and Canadian cuisine through a local television show “Great Tastes of Manitoba.” She believes it is important to link where your food is produced. Through recipe creation and food photography, Ellen keeps her finger on the pulse on what is hot in the food world incorporating the latest trends into original recipes and food photography.
She is a foodie at heart, loves to cook and create as many different dishes as possible, using her husband and family as taste testers.
Ellen graduated with a Bachelor of Education from the University of Winnipeg.
She has worked in the canola industry since she graduated; first developing the Canola Learning Centre and now as Education and Promotion Coordinator for the Manitoba Canola Growers. She is past President of Agriculture in the Classroom – Manitoba and project coordinator of various Canola Info activities.
Ellen enthusiastically promotes Manitoban and Canadian cuisine through a local television show “Great Tastes of Manitoba.” She believes it is important to link where your food is produced. Through recipe creation and food photography, Ellen keeps her finger on the pulse on what is hot in the food world incorporating the latest trends into original recipes and food photography.
She is a foodie at heart, loves to cook and create as many different dishes as possible, using her husband and family as taste testers.
Leanne Campbell
Events and Communications Coordinator for Manitoba Canola Growers Association
A country girl at heart Leanne has a passion for education and experiential learning. She graduated from Brandon University with Bachelor of Education and General Studies degrees.
Leanne launched her career in the agriculture field as the Canola Learning Centre Coordinator where she shared a hands on agricultural learning experience with students and their teachers. Since then she has continued working for the Manitoba Canola Growers sharing information about canola with farmers and consumers as the Events and Communications Coordinator.
Since starting to work in agriculture Leanne says she has been exposed to food in an all way and would now describe herself as a 'foodie in training'.
Leanne has a busy family life with her husband, Cody, and their two beautiful kids. Cody owns and operates Cody Campbell Contracting where Leanne acts as the Operations Manager.
When she is not working Leanne enjoys spending time with family outdoors, camping, and canoeing. Their family can also quite often be found tackling unique building projects together.
Leanne launched her career in the agriculture field as the Canola Learning Centre Coordinator where she shared a hands on agricultural learning experience with students and their teachers. Since then she has continued working for the Manitoba Canola Growers sharing information about canola with farmers and consumers as the Events and Communications Coordinator.
Since starting to work in agriculture Leanne says she has been exposed to food in an all way and would now describe herself as a 'foodie in training'.
Leanne has a busy family life with her husband, Cody, and their two beautiful kids. Cody owns and operates Cody Campbell Contracting where Leanne acts as the Operations Manager.
When she is not working Leanne enjoys spending time with family outdoors, camping, and canoeing. Their family can also quite often be found tackling unique building projects together.
Dr. Alison Novak, PhD
Dr. Alison Novak obtained her bachelor’s degree in Kinesiology from the University of Waterloo and a Master’s of Science in Neuroscience from Queens University. Alison completed her PhD in the School of Rehabilitation Science at Queen’s University in 2011. Alison is currently a Post Doctoral Fellow at Toronto Rehab Institute (TRI). Toronto Rehab is home to iDAPT Centre for Rehabilitation Research where groundbreaking research involves developing new assistive devices and technologies to help people live as fully and independently as possible. At TRI, Alison’s primary research area focuses on preventing falls in older adults, with a particular emphasis on understanding mobility during stair ambulation and the impact of environmental factors.
Dr. Joey Shulman, DC
Dr. Joey's passion for health and nutrition has been the focus of her career for over a decade. Her philosophy of "improve the quality of your food to improve the quality of your life" has enhanced the health of thousands across North America.
As a two-time national best selling author and well known media personality, Dr. Joey is a highly regarded authority on weight loss, health and nutrition. Dr. Joey is a sought after speaker, inspiring, entertaining and educating large audiences in Canada and the US. Her warm and approachable style of delivery empowers people with simple steps to take back the reigns of their health and live their best life. With a focus on the development of wellness in the workplace, Dr. Joey's recent clients include the likes of Nike, The National Post, Research in Motion, Cadbury, Loblaws, Longos and Nesbitt Burns.
Dr. Joey has authored five books - check out her website http://www.drjoey.com/about.htm
As the media's "go-to" on health and wellness, Dr. Shulman has been called upon to make hundreds of radio and television appearances throughout Canada and the US. In addition to being one of Cityline’s health and wellness experts, she has frequently appeared on Entertainment Tonight Canada, Breakfast Television, Steven and Chris show, CFRB 1010 radio and BOOM 97.3 Toronto. Dr. Joey and her books have also been featured in countless magazines such as Best Health, Flare, Oxygen, The Post, Chatelaine, Canadian Living, Today's Parent, Homemakers and Fashion magazine. Dr. Joey is also a regular contributor to many publications including Alive Magazine, Canadian Living, Homemakers and Tonic. She currently resides on the medical advisory board for Alive publications and was the winner of the 2005 Can-Fit-Pro new speaker of the year award.
Combining her love of nutrition and passion for weight loss, Dr. Joey opened the Shulman Weight Loss Clinics in October 2007. Her highly successful clinics have helped thousands to finally lose the weight and live their life. She is also the founder of the “guilt free” snack Dr. Chocolaty Skinnychews (www.skinnychews.com).
Born and raised in Toronto, Dr. Joey graduated with an honors degree (BA) in Psychology. She then went on to graduate from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.
When not working, Dr. Joey keeps herself healthy and energetic by exercising, practicing yoga and playing with her kids. Following her parent's tradition of family first, her favorite pastime is being at home with her loved ones. Dr. Joey resides in north Toronto with her husband and two small children.
As a two-time national best selling author and well known media personality, Dr. Joey is a highly regarded authority on weight loss, health and nutrition. Dr. Joey is a sought after speaker, inspiring, entertaining and educating large audiences in Canada and the US. Her warm and approachable style of delivery empowers people with simple steps to take back the reigns of their health and live their best life. With a focus on the development of wellness in the workplace, Dr. Joey's recent clients include the likes of Nike, The National Post, Research in Motion, Cadbury, Loblaws, Longos and Nesbitt Burns.
Dr. Joey has authored five books - check out her website http://www.drjoey.com/about.htm
As the media's "go-to" on health and wellness, Dr. Shulman has been called upon to make hundreds of radio and television appearances throughout Canada and the US. In addition to being one of Cityline’s health and wellness experts, she has frequently appeared on Entertainment Tonight Canada, Breakfast Television, Steven and Chris show, CFRB 1010 radio and BOOM 97.3 Toronto. Dr. Joey and her books have also been featured in countless magazines such as Best Health, Flare, Oxygen, The Post, Chatelaine, Canadian Living, Today's Parent, Homemakers and Fashion magazine. Dr. Joey is also a regular contributor to many publications including Alive Magazine, Canadian Living, Homemakers and Tonic. She currently resides on the medical advisory board for Alive publications and was the winner of the 2005 Can-Fit-Pro new speaker of the year award.
Combining her love of nutrition and passion for weight loss, Dr. Joey opened the Shulman Weight Loss Clinics in October 2007. Her highly successful clinics have helped thousands to finally lose the weight and live their life. She is also the founder of the “guilt free” snack Dr. Chocolaty Skinnychews (www.skinnychews.com).
Born and raised in Toronto, Dr. Joey graduated with an honors degree (BA) in Psychology. She then went on to graduate from the Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College and the Canadian School of Natural Nutrition.
When not working, Dr. Joey keeps herself healthy and energetic by exercising, practicing yoga and playing with her kids. Following her parent's tradition of family first, her favorite pastime is being at home with her loved ones. Dr. Joey resides in north Toronto with her husband and two small children.
Jason Chennette, Principal
Jason Chennette Communications
A well-seasoned public relations consultant, Jason has spent the majority of his 20-year career developing strategies and campaigns to promote the joys of food through the Canadian media. His clients have included Kraft Canada, Morton’s the Steakhouse and Chipotle Mexican Grill. Beyond the brands he has also provided marketing communications services for the USA Rice Federation, Ontario Tender Fruit Producers and The National Watermelon Promotion Board. While taking great pleasure in promoting healthful raw commodities, he has also learned to make the most of inherent strengths and take advantage of popular trends when promoting products that never change…ever.
Allison Jorgens, P.H.Ec.
Allison, author of ‘Read It with a Grain of Salt – The Truth about Canadian Food Labels from an Industry Insider’, worked as a food label specialist for grocers and food manufactures in Canada for nearly a decade. Allison has reviewed thousands of food labels for many of Canada’s leading private-label grocery brands, large and small manufacturers, distributors, and a variety of importers. It is this wide-ranging experience in regulatory-compliance label reviews that makes her knowledge unique—and her perspective all the more shocking. As a concerned parent and advocate of leading a healthful lifestyle, Allison recommends that all consumers empower themselves with the knowledge needed to make more healthful and informed choices. Allison is a proud member of OHEA, OHEIB, THEA, PEIHEA, and sits on the advisory council for Eating Disorders of York Region.
Deb Campbell, P.H.Ec.
Deb graduated from Brescia College, University of Western Ontario in 1972 and Althouse College of Education in 1978. She started her career teaching at Centralia College of Agriculture in late 1972. She then filled a maternity leave at Brescia/ UWO and taught textile/clothing labs there from 1975 to 1980, when she again went back to Centralia until it closed in 1994. She has taught at Olds College in Alberta as well in the Clothing and Textiles department there. She was always on contract, so she has been able to do a number of things related to Home Economics. She had a TV segment out of Wingham for five years (similar to Martha, before Martha) and was employed as a Field Representative for Ontario Pork. Deb has written a number of courses for the government, both provincial and municipal, and continues to do community education work through the Health Units, local stores and Community and Social Services. She has served on the OHEA Board for many years in most capacities except President.
Carol T. Culhane, PHEc, MBA
President, International Food Focus Ltd.
Carol is President of International Food Focus Ltd. (www.foodfocus.on.ca), a food industry analysis and business development firm that provides marketplace validation and regulatory compliance services to the food and allied industries. The firm’s clients are located in Canada, the US and the EU and comprise both large and small organizations within government, private industry, academic, healthcare, media, not-for-profit organizations, and, the legal and judicial sectors. Carol is a Professional Home Economist and holds an MBA from the University of Ottawa and a Certificate in International Food Law from Michigan State University. In addition to providing organizations with path- finding insight and strategic recommendations, Carol serves as an active member for associations at the trade, professional and community levels. She is a Past President of the Ontario Home Economics Association, currently chairs the Functional Food Divison of the Canadian Institute of Food Science and Technology, and, is a member of the Editorial Board of Food in Canada. Her contribution to the food industry and community was recognized in June 2000 when she was awarded the "Women in Pursuit of Excellence - Entrepreneur of the Year 1999" by Women in Food Industry Management. Carol’s leadership skills were recognized in 2011 when she was invited to serve as a University of Ottawa, Telfer School of Management Alumni Leader and Mentor.
Karen Brunger, BHEc, AICI CIP
President, International Image Institute Inc.
Karen Brunger is Founder and President of the International Image Institute Inc., an international Past-President of the Association of Image Consultants International (AICI), and a Past-President of the Toronto chapter of AICI. Karen also served as AICI’s international VP Education for four years, where she was responsible for the standards of image training worldwide. Karen is a recipient of the international Award of Excellence in Image Consulting.
A pioneer in the image consulting industry, Karen has facilitated the transformation of thousands through her holistic approach. Her systems and products are currently utilized by image consultants in over 68 countries. As an international trainer, she has presented on 5 continents, and her students have come from over 40 countries. Karen has also conducted workshops for over 100 organizations and various levels of government.
A regular guest expert, Karen has appeared in most major print and broadcast media in Canada, as well as in international media. She is co-author of Executive Power Image and Bushido Business and is a contributing writer to Active Magazine.
She has been commended for her holistic, transformational, inspirational approach, her dynamic, entertaining, fun presentation style, and her open, sharing, encouraging nature.
We invite you to visit her website at www.imageinstitute.com
A pioneer in the image consulting industry, Karen has facilitated the transformation of thousands through her holistic approach. Her systems and products are currently utilized by image consultants in over 68 countries. As an international trainer, she has presented on 5 continents, and her students have come from over 40 countries. Karen has also conducted workshops for over 100 organizations and various levels of government.
A regular guest expert, Karen has appeared in most major print and broadcast media in Canada, as well as in international media. She is co-author of Executive Power Image and Bushido Business and is a contributing writer to Active Magazine.
She has been commended for her holistic, transformational, inspirational approach, her dynamic, entertaining, fun presentation style, and her open, sharing, encouraging nature.
We invite you to visit her website at www.imageinstitute.com
The Second City Alumnus Babes
Maggie Butterfield
Carolyn Scott
Mairlyn Smith
Maggie Butterfield
Carolyn Scott
Mairlyn Smith
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2012 OHEA Conference
Thank you to all who contributed to the successful 2012 OHEA AGM CONFERENCE.
Dinner and 33rd Annual General Meeting was held Friday, March 23rd at George Brown, The Chefs' House and 2012 Conference Saturday, March 24th at Oakham House, Ryerson University.
Home Economics Has Deep Roots - Conference Media Release, March 7, 2012
Thank you to our speakers:
From Manitoba Canola Growers - Ellen Pruden, Educational and Promotional Manager and Jennifer Dyck, P.H.Ec.,
Education and Promotion Coordinator from Canada Beef - Karine Gale, RD, Nutrition Program Manager
Social Media Panel - Sonya Franceschini, Andrea Karpala, Mardi Michels
Dr. Cecilia Rocha, Director, Food Security and Food Policy, School of Nutrition, Ryerson University
Amy Snider-Whitson, P.H.Ec., President of The Test Kitchen Incorporated
Jaclyn Miles, Miss Canada 2012
and Mairlyn Smith, P.H.Ec., Cookbook Author and Media Spokesperson
Dinner and 33rd Annual General Meeting was held Friday, March 23rd at George Brown, The Chefs' House and 2012 Conference Saturday, March 24th at Oakham House, Ryerson University.
Home Economics Has Deep Roots - Conference Media Release, March 7, 2012
Thank you to our speakers:
From Manitoba Canola Growers - Ellen Pruden, Educational and Promotional Manager and Jennifer Dyck, P.H.Ec.,
Education and Promotion Coordinator from Canada Beef - Karine Gale, RD, Nutrition Program Manager
Social Media Panel - Sonya Franceschini, Andrea Karpala, Mardi Michels
Dr. Cecilia Rocha, Director, Food Security and Food Policy, School of Nutrition, Ryerson University
Amy Snider-Whitson, P.H.Ec., President of The Test Kitchen Incorporated
Jaclyn Miles, Miss Canada 2012
and Mairlyn Smith, P.H.Ec., Cookbook Author and Media Spokesperson
The Ultimate Cookie Contest
OHEA members and students baked up a batch of cookies for our first ever Cookie Contest! The winner is Katie Brunke of Ryerson University. Manitoba Canola Growers will be working with Katie to publish her recipe in a media release. Runners up were Emily Richards, P.H.Ec. and Cathy Ireland, P.H.Ec.
OHEA members and students baked up a batch of cookies for our first ever Cookie Contest! The winner is Katie Brunke of Ryerson University. Manitoba Canola Growers will be working with Katie to publish her recipe in a media release. Runners up were Emily Richards, P.H.Ec. and Cathy Ireland, P.H.Ec.
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The OHEA AGM Conference 2011 was a wonderful day. Thank you to our speakers; Laura Featherstone, Instructional Leader, Toronto District School Board Sue Sturdy, Artist in Residence, Cambridge Centre for the Arts Bruce McAdams, Garden 2 Table, Assistant Professor, University of Guelph Nancy Cuttle, Sculptor, Milton
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