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VIRCS hosts monthly workshops on personal health. All workshops are free and include refreshments and childcare reminder and the Bus tickets are available.


2009
September - Acupuncture for Stress and Anxiety Reduction
     
What?    

Does a needle in your body sound relaxing? No? It should. Acupuncture is one highly effective way to reduce the stress of life in today’s very busy world. Experience the wonders of a stress-free environment with the help of a few pins.

     
When?   Friday, September 18th, 2009
1:30 – 2:30pm
     
Where?  

ESL room at VIRCS (3rd Floor, 637 Bay St)


October - Healthy Living
     
What?    

How much impact can a healthy lifestyle affect your future? Not only does this workshop cover healthy eating and exercise, it will also provide you with other ways to reduce the risk of cancer and other illnesses.

     
When?   Wednesday, October 28th, 2009
10:45 – 11:45am
     
Where?  

ESL room at VIRCS (3rd Floor, 637 Bay St)


November - Screening Mammography
     
What?    

Mammograms are important tools in the early detection of breast cancer. Learn more about the procedure and how it can potentially save your life. For more information visit: http://www.GOHAVE1.com

     
When?   Thursday, November 19th, 2009
1:40 – 3:30pm
     
Where?  

#230 – 1900 Richmond Rd
Reservation is required for this workshop. If you wish to attend, please contact Haixia at (250)361-9433 ext. 241 or haixia@vircs.bc.ca


December - Women’s Breast Health (Spanish)
     
What?    

Want to learn from trained professionals how you can reduce the chances of getting breast cancer? Find out what you can do to reduce the risks as well as how to gain the many benefits of a healthy life style. Take charge of your health; learn how to check for early signs of breast cancer using simple self-examinations and the benefits of consulting a doctor. On-site interpreters are available to provide translation to Spanish.

     
When?   Friday, December 11th, 2009
1:30 – 2:30pm
     
Where?  

ESL room at VIRCS (3rd Floor, 637 Bay St)





2010
January - Healthy Home, Healthy Families
     
What?    

Cancer-causing products are everywhere, but there are healthy alternatives available . Learn how to rid your home from these dangerous substances as well as other toxins while keeping your home cleaner than ever before.

     
When?   Thursday, January 28th, 2010
2:00 – 3:30pm
     
Where?  

ESL room at VIRCS (3rd Floor, 637 Bay St)


February - Screening Mammography
     
What?    

Mammograms are important tools in the early detection of breast cancer. Learn more about the procedure and how it can potentially save your life. For more information visit: http://www.GOHAVE1.com

     
When?   Thursday, February 25th, 2010
1:40 – 3:30pm
     
Where?  

#230 – 1900 Richmond Rd
Reservation is required for this workshop. If you wish to attend, please contact Haixia at (250)361-9433 ext. 241 or haixia@vircs.bc.ca





OTHER 2009 COURSES
January - Mastering Life
     
What?    

Find lasting happiness and health using breakthrough techniques that create a connection between the body and the mind. Watch as everyday challenges become more positive once your brain has been “reprogrammed” using this new system. Reach your full potential as this workshop focuses on individual achievement and results.

     
When?   January 23rd, 2009
     

January - Creating Self-Confidence, Self-Respect, and Self-Love
     
What?    

Do you want to feel strong and in control of you life? Come to this workshop and find out just how you can do that and more. Cast aside everything that’s bringing you down and experience the world through the eyes of a winner.

     
When?   January 30th, 2009
     

February - Massage: Teach Yourself the Basics of a Relaxing Massage
     
What?    

Learn the basics of calming massage and how you can give yourself one to ease of the day’s worries.

     
When?   February 6th, 2009
     

February - Keeping a Princess Heart
     
What?    

Living in this not-so-fairy-tale world, you are torn between everything you longed for and everything you live with. You wonder how your heart will survive, because what you have isn't even close to what you hoped for. Hang on! Real hope is found in the tension between the two - in an invisible kingdom. This place is where you discover the true heart of a princess - one full of dreams, wonder, delight, and joy. And you learn to keep it alive, even in the midst of this crazy, disappointed, hard-to-understand world.

     
When?   February 13th, 2009
     

February - Healthy Home
     
What?    

Cancer-causing products are everywhere, but there are healthy alternatives available . Learn how to rid your home from these dangerous substances as well as other toxins while keeping your home cleaner than ever before.

     
When?   February 20th, 2009
     

May - Women’s Breast Health
     
What?    

Want to learn from trained professionals how you can reduce the chances of getting breast cancer? Find out what you can do to reduce the risks as well as how to gain the many benefits of a healthy life style. Take charge of your health; learn how to check for early signs of breast cancer using simple self-examinations and the benefits of consulting a doctor.

     
When?   Friday, May 29th, 2009
1:30 – 2:30pm
     
Where?  

ESL room at VIRCS (3rd Floor, 637 Bay St)


June - Save-On-Foods Nutrition Tours
     
What?    

Canada’s Food Guide is the pathway to healthy living. Learn from a registered dietician the four major food groups and healthy alternatives to your favourite foods. This workshop will focus on foods pertaining to women’s health.

     
When?   Friday, June 26th, 2009
1:00 – 2:30pm
     
Where?  

Save-On-Foods (172 Wilson Ave.)


July - Dental Nutrition In-service
     
What?    

Do you know the relationship between dental health and nutrition? Find out the recommended foods and nutrients for the development and growth of teeth. Learn the secrets of maintaining healthy teeth. Prevent early tooth decay in young children and find affordable dental treatment in the Greater Victoria area.

     
When?   Tuesday, July 7th, 2009
2:40-4:00pm
     
Where?  

ESL room at VIRCS (3rd Floor, 637 Bay St)


July - Screening Mammography
     
What?    

Mammograms are important tools in the early detection of breast cancer. Learn more about the procedure and how it can potentially save your life. For more information visit: http://www.GOHAVE1.com

     
When?   Friday, July 30th, 2009
1:30 – 3:00pm
     
Where?  

Reservation is required for this workshop. If you wish to attend, please contact Haixia at (250)361-9433 ext. 241 or haixia@vircs.bc.ca


August - Women’s Breast Health (in Mandarin)
     
What?    

Want to learn from trained professionals how you can reduce the chances of getting breast cancer? Find out what you can do to reduce the risks as well as how to gain the many benefits of a healthy life style. Take charge of your health; learn how to check for early signs of breast cancer using simple self-examinations and the benefits of consulting a doctor.

     
When?   Friday, August 28th, 2009
1:30 – 2:30pm
     
Where?  

ESL room at VIRCS (3rd Floor, 637 Bay St)


     

For more information in any of these workshops please contact Haixia Liu, Settlement at haixia@vircs.bc.ca or (250)361-9433 ext. 241.