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3RD CANADIAN CONFERENCE ON POSITIVE PSYCHOLOGY June 15 - 17, 2016 White Oaks Resort and Spa, Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON Conference Program Positive Psychology: The science of happiness, well-being, and what makes life worth living. The 3RD Canadian Conference on Positive Psychology 3 days of sharing leading-edge research and best practices in the application of positive psychology across multiple disciplines. Over 100 positive psychology experts will be speaking on topics in 5 main streams. Speakers will discuss: 1. The latest research in positive psychology and recent findings 2. Implementation of positive psychology initiatives in education and schools to build resilience and improve academic performance 3. Strategies for applying positive psychology in counselling and psychotherapy 4. Tools and techniques for coaches to leverage in their practice 5. Best practices for business consultants and HR specialists to build positive and productive workplaces With Special Thanks to our Proud Sponsors 2 Table of Contents 4 ------------------------------ Letter from the President 5 ------------------------------ Letter from the Conference Chair 6 ----------------------------- Letter from the Mayor 7 ------------------------------ About the CPPA 8 ----------------------------- Keynote Speakers 11 ------------------------------ Pre-Conference Workshops 15 ------------------------------ Invited Speakers 18 ------------------------------ Program at a Glance 23 ------------------------------ Thursday Schedule 47 ------------------------------ Friday Schedule 74 ------------------------------ Thursday Lunch Event 75 ------------------------------ Friday Lunch Events 76 ------------------------------ Gratitude Page 77 ------------------------------ Exhibitors and Contributors Board of Directors Louisa Jewell, MAPP, President Dr. Jamie Gruman, Chair Lisa Sansom, MBA, MAPP, Vice-Chair Greg Evans, PhD., Director Strategic Partnerships Wendy Creelman, MA, Director Irene Nizzero, MA, Director and Secretary Simon Coulombe, PhD., Director Margaret Lumley, PhD., Director Lisa Gervais, Director Farzana Jiwani, Director & Legal Counsel Leanne Tran, Director & Legal Counsel Conference Committee Sajel Bellon: Conference Chair & Manager Kerri Brock: Conference Outreach & Ambassador Lead Wendy Creelman: Strategic Partnerships and Sponsorship Lisa Gervais: Marketing & Communications Kailey Shanque: Social Media & Promotion Rana Latif: Social Media & Promotion Wayne Greenway: Conference Coordinator Ekaterina Pogrebtsova: Student Outreach Emma Wehner: Conference Administrator Louisa Jewell: Conference Advisor 3 Letter from the President Dear Friends, I’d like to personally welcome each of you to the 3rd Canadian Conference on Positive Psychology! This is an exciting time for the field of positive psychology as momentum for the dissemination of this knowledge around the world is growing at a very rapid pace. Now, more than ever, corporations, educational institutions, health organizations, government, coaches and the general public are demanding to know more about how to create and maintain healthy and productive places that promote the well-being of its people. At the CPPA, we are dedicated and honoured to be a major conduit for learning in this very important field. Our Canadian conferences have always offered an excellent opportunity to increase your knowledge, spark creativity, engage in intelligent conversations, network with like-minded individuals and enliven human understanding of the science of the good life and promoting well-being. Feedback from our past conferences has been overwhelmingly positive with over 95% of attendees stating they would return again. This year’s conference will surpass the rest with new research, outstanding international keynote speakers and an expanded community of recognized scholars, practitioners and delegates from around the world. The 3rd Conference will include presentations from researchers and practitioners, as well as a number of activities including pre-conference workshops, symposia, experiential workshops, poster presentations, leisure activities, entertaining receptions and even a dance party! I am particularly excited about the fact that this conference is taking place at the White Oaks Resort and Spa where we can truly “Live It and Learn It!” Be prepared to not only nurture your mind with inspiring new ideas, but also expect to nurture your body and experience the joy and happiness of being surrounded by hundreds of people in the field of positive psychology. It will be a conference to remember. A true positive psychology experience! The planning of a conference of this magnitude is always a formidable challenge. I want to especially thank Sajel Bellon, Conference Manager and Chair, for her dedicated efforts over the past two years. Her vision and hard work is what will make this conference our best ever. I would also like to thank everyone on our conference committee, our amazing ambassadors, volunteers and our CPPA board who have worked tirelessly to create a successful and meaningful conference. I would like to thank each of you for attending our conference and bringing your expertise to our gathering. You have the vision, the knowledge, and the experience to help us pave our way into the future. We could not accomplish what we do without you and we thank you for your continued support and leadership. I look forward to meeting and seeing you at the conference! Sincerely, Louisa Jewell, MAPP President Canadian Positive Psychology Association 4 Letter from the Conference Chair Dear Friends & Colleagues, On behalf of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association (CPPA), I am thrilled to officially welcome you to the 3rd Canadian Conference on Positive Psychology: Exhilarate 2016. Over the past six years, the CPPA has grown and evolved, extending its educational opportunities across the country and around the globe, enhancing our professional profile and strategic partnerships. We feel privileged to have you supporting our journey and being a part of our success. Without you, none of this would be possible. We are so proud to be hosting Exhilarate 2016 at one of the finest Niagara region facilities: White Oaks Resort and Spa. We hope you will truly make the most of the opportunity by enjoying the popular sites of Niagara Falls, alongside all the exciting conference and special events we have planned. We are honoured and privileged to be able to host a conference with world-renowned keynotes and invited speakers. Our growing reputation has attracted high-profile experts within the positive psychology community, sharing the latest information and findings from around the globe. We are truly humbled at the generosity of time and knowledge each and every one of you has extended to make this event as enriching and collaborative as it is today. This is exemplar of what we are all working towards out there. This spirit of giving, sharing and growing is what inspired our theme: Learn It! Live It! Inspire More… This is the ideal climate for the exchange of transformational knowledge and strategies that will enhance the quality and potential in all areas of your life and the lives of others. As professionals we will help boost the well- being within organizations, classrooms, and communities by infusing new tools and strategies that will enable you and those around you to flourish. You are part of Exhilarate 2016. You are the catalyst for transformation! I, personally, would like to thank you for choosing to be here and share in this wonderful exchange of research, education and applied practices. I hope you will feel energized while here and enjoy everything we have to offer. I am truly EXHILARATED to be a part of this gathering and to…LEARN IT, LIVE IT & INSPIRE MORE…with you! Sajel Bellon, MA, Ed. D Candidate Conference Chair and Manager Canadian Positive Psychology Association 5 ` June 2016 On behalf of Council and staff of the Town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, I wish to extend a special welcome to all those attending the 3rd Canadian Conference on Positive Psychology from June 15-17, 2016. We are pleased your event is being hosted at the beautiful White Oaks Resort & Spa. As business and community leaders, I trust you will greatly benefit from the concurrent sessions, world-renown keynote speakers, and workshops through the practical applications, activities, and tools provided. While you are here, we hope you will take the time to explore the many attractions that make our town so unique, including historic Fort George, Brock’s Monument, the Shaw Festival Theatre, and our world-class wineries. You will also want to visit the quaint shops, restaurants, restored heritage homes, and the centuries-old Court House in our Heritage District. As well, the Outlet Collection at Niagara, Canada’s largest outdoor shopping centre, features over 100 high-end retailers and a food pavilion. Again, we are pleased to have you here and hope you enjoy your time in Niagara-on-the- Lake. Sincerely, Pat Darte Lord Mayor 6 About the CPPA The mission of the Canadian Positive Psychology Association (CPPA) is to improve the psychological health of all Canadians through the research and application of positive psychology across Canada. Positive psychology is the scientific study of psychological well-being and flourishing. It is supported by rigorous academic research from scholars around the world. Our Vision To have a psychologically healthy Canadian society through the application of positive psychology. www.cppa.ca 7 Keynote Speakers Lea
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