In this eye-opening talk, Alexi Bracey—uncovers the invisible dangers lurking in your everyday household items. From plastic cutting boards and non-stick cookware to flame-retardant fabrics, synthetic shampoos, and air-freshening sprays, our homes are filled with microplastics and chemicals that can disrupt hormones, weaken immunity, and contribute to serious illness. Drawing from decades of experience in plant-based living, holistic healing, and environmental wellness, Alexi guides audiences through a practical and empowering exploration of what’s really in your kitchen, closet, and cupboard. You’ll learn simple, affordable swaps to reduce your toxic load and create a healthier home environment. With warmth, humour, and clarity, Alexi offers science-backed insights and real-world solutions to help you take control of your health. Whether you're a health-conscious consumer or someone facing illness, this talk will inspire you to rethink your space and protect your well-being—starting today.

At the Summer Summit, green living expert and organic farmer Amy Todisco will share her powerful journey—from early experiences with healthy eating to becoming a national advocate for non-toxic living. She explores the challenges and triumphs of running Waitsfield's first organic farm with her husband Dave, offering insights into weed management, rising input costs, and the joys of pick-your-own produce. Amy also highlights her family's five-generation maple syrup operation and raised concerns about the aging farmer population and the environmental shifts affecting sap quality. The conversation will wrap with practical summer health tips—like choosing mineral-based sunscreens, using essential oil insect repellents, and ditching plastics to avoid ingesting microplastics. Amy encourages attendees to grow their own food and offers a free 5-Step Guide to reducing toxins. Participants are invited to visit her website for more resources, including a 5 Step guide to Ditch Everyday Toxins.

A few years ago I noticed that I was growing in rhythms. The same rhythms of nature. I became acutely aware of the earth's seasons and how they connected to the rhythm of growth and deep rest that we need. If you begin to notice the rhythms in your life you can begin to grow, cultivating your life like you would nurture your garden to grow. We plant, water and experience the outcome later on. 

By attending this presentation, you will discover that your body is electrical in nature and that you can reset power switches to increase your strength, flexibility and reduce pain in minutes. You can also experience how to activate these ‘secret reflexes’ for yourself to support you in feeling comfortable in your body while doing all your summertime activities.

Midlife is often painted as a time of uncertainty, self-doubt, and change, but it doesn’t have to be. In this transformative talk, you’ll learn how to move from feeling stuck in the chaos of midlife to embracing a life of confidence, clarity, and purpose. With practical tools, actionable strategies, and empowering insights, this session will help you navigate the emotional and physical challenges of midlife, turning them into opportunities for personal growth and transformation.

In this engaging and heart-centered conversation, I’ll share how families can use nature journaling as a simple, joyful, and powerful tool to connect with the natural world—and with each other. Using recycled materials and guided sensory prompts, children and adults alike can create their own journals and explore the outdoors with fresh eyes.

We’ll explore how journaling in nature supports emotional regulation, creativity, and mindfulness, while also deepening ecological awareness. I’ll walk through easy-to-implement activities like “Sound Sketches,” “Color Hunts,” and “Texture Mapping,” and offer tips for making this a sustainable summer ritual for families.

This session will inspire attendees to slow down, tune in, and rediscover the magic of the natural world—one page at a time.

Bonus Offering:

Attendees will receive a downloadable “Nature Journaling Starter Kit” with journal page templates, prompt cards, and a list of family-friendly nature activities.

Discover innovative approaches to creating energy-efficient buildings, with Jack sharing his expertise in using concrete floors as thermal batteries and emphasizing the potential for buildings to generate more energy than they consume. The discussion explored challenges and solutions for retrofitting older buildings with new technologies, including cost-benefit analyses and environmental considerations for materials like concrete. The conversation concluded with a focus on the benefits of thermal energy storage systems and the need to shift mindsets towards more sustainable building practices, acknowledging the ongoing educational process required to promote these alternatives.

Sun, surf, screens… and surprise eye problems? In this fun and eye-opening session, Katie L. Friedman, LDO, shares smart, simple ways to protect your vision during the sunniest season of the year. From beach days to Zoom calls, summer brings hidden risks like Surfer’s Eye (Pterygium), dry eye, and digital fatigue. You’ll learn why over 15 million Americans may already have sun-related eye damage—and how polarized sunglasses, brimmed hats, and blue-light filters can help block glare and UV before it blurs your view. Walk away with practical tips, eye-safe habits, and your free Digital Eye Strain Survival Kit. Whether you’re lounging poolside or powering through work, your eyes will thank you!

Metabolic health plays a pivotal role in reducing biological age, empowering individuals to extend their health span, reduce risk of developing chronic diseases and enjoy a longer, healthier life. 

This presentation explores the critical role of metabolic health in slowing down the aging process and preventing chronic diseases. By understanding the hallmarks of aging—such as mitochondrial dysfunction and oxidative stress—we can uncover the root causes of many age-related conditions. Through evidence-based strategies focusing on nutrition, lifestyle, and cellular optimization, we will explore practical approaches to improve metabolic health, extend health span, and promote age reversal. 

Embracing the Present Moment through mindfulness

Mary does not teach how to cook.  She focuses on the organization of the food, equipment, recipes and choice of music to play while cooking and eating.

Benefits of cooking at home include saving money to use elsewhere, get healthier, and creates social opportunities.  Imagine showing up at a neighbour or friend's house who is sick and handing them a delicious casserole!

Cooking at home can be easy and enjoyable.  Mary will help you to find the path to Easy Healthy Cooking. 

Summer's the perfect time to unlock the fastest, healthiest and cheapest way to enjoy eating, feeling and being healthier ~ for you and the planet.  Enjoy a selection of Nancy Lee Bentley's  wise and practical suggestions, along with some great recipe ideas for starting and sticking with healthier eating and lifestyle choices in this easiest season of them all to get going. 

In this talk, we will explore the importance of instilling a love of nature this abundant summer in our children and how gardening can be a powerful tool to achieve this. We will discuss the benefits of teaching children the life skill of gardening, from fostering responsibility and patience to promoting healthy eating habits. Additionally, we'll dive into the world of homegrown goodness and discover the amazing health benefits it can bring. Join us as we discuss how cultivating a connection to nature and sprouting seeds of knowledge can positively impact our children's development and appreciation for the world around them.

This explores the deeper emotional triggers behind stress and nighttime eating—and why willpower isn’t the solution. You’ll learn how to shift your mindset, calm cravings, and develop healthier habits using key principles from my Goodbye Night Bites program.

Join me for a powerful discussion about how you can reset the brain for the Summer. i will be discussing the power of bright morning light, ways to decrease inflammation, the value of exercise and the ways to nourish the brain for greater mental clarity!

My passion for Mother Nature is infinite because the blessings from creation itself are endless. Just this morning, a hummingbird woke me, and other birds zipped overhead, filling me with their wild, effortless, extraordinary energy. That energy comes from the earth, water, sun, and air—elements we humans, plants, and birds all share.

I love the freedom found in nature. Whether it's figs growing on a tree or flowers blossoming beautifully, nature is mesmerizing. Flowers, which are plants' reproductive organs, are gorgeous and hypnotizing, capable of brightening an entire landscape. If you seek beauty, spend more time in nature—sunrises, sunsets, and mountainscapes exemplify this natural beauty.

In nature, we find our most authentic selves because we are fundamentally composed of earth, water, fire, and air, principles echoed in various medicinal traditions globally. My passion lies in continuously returning to nature, learning from its endless metaphors, and grounding myself through its wisdom.

In today's challenging world, finding peace and balance is essential. Our Building Resilience: Thriving in a Stressful World panel will provide you with practical tools and strategies to navigate life's challenges. Learn how to cultivate resilience, manage stress, and nurture your emotional well-being.

Ready to transform your relationship with food? Our 'Nutrition for Peak Health' panel will feature leading experts sharing practical tips and insights to fuel your body for optimal wellness. Learn how to make informed choices and discover the power of nourishing your body from the inside out. Don't miss this opportunity to revolutionize your diet!

This presentation will provide you with details on how to incorporate my key 8 pillars of health into your daily life in order to thrive in today's busy world. 

Theresa shared her personal journey of becoming ill from exposure to chemicals and methane, which led her to advocate for environmental health and safety, particularly for children. She described her involvement in various organizations and campaigns in Halifax, including the Nurses Union's "No Sense is Good Sense" campaign, and her encounter with representatives from the cosmetics industry. Theresa expressed her concern about the increasing presence of toxins in everyday products and her passion for ensuring a toxic-free environment, especially in children's bedrooms, to promote better health and well-being. She provided practical advice for creating healthier living spaces, particularly in bedrooms, by using natural products and avoiding harmful chemicals. The discussion also covered summer safety tips and concluded with Theresa's upcoming book for pet owners.