CONFERENCES, PROGRAMS & EVENTS
INTERNATIONAL EVENTS
Global Integrative Traditional Medicine
September 27 – 29th, 2008
Coast Plaza Hotel & Suites, Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
This conference focuses on fundamentals of traditional medicines with the objective to better integrate their practice with Western medicine. By returning to the source, the conference will provide a deeper insight on the spiritual values and basic principles that support the therapeutic practice of traditional medicines. The rediscovery of the essence of traditional medicines will also help in the conceiving of new research approaches that fully respect their fundaments,
while generating useful results with harmonious integration.
4th International Multidisciplinary Conference on Spirituality and Health: Interweaving Science, Wisdom, and Compassion
November 9 – 11, 2006
Westin Bayshore Resort and Marina, Vancouver, Canada
The conference presenters represent a multitude of disciplines, such as scholars, researchers, and practitioners in nursing, medicine, psychiatry, social work, psychology, rehabilitation, palliative care, native studies, Buddhist studies, and theology, among others. The abstracts report findings and perspectives from different cultures and religious traditions, including those in Asia, Europe, and North America. People from diverse cultural, ethnic, and philosophical backgrounds and those from all faith communities are welcome to join this exciting forum.
NATIONAL EVENTS
Traditional Chinese Medicine Education Forum: Traditional Chinese Medicine in Canadian Universities
October 16, 2009
University of British Columbia, Irving K. Barber Learning Centre, Vancouver, British Columbia (BC), Canada
Sponsored by University of British Columbia Asian Library
Organized by Federation of Traditional Chinese Medicine Colleges of Canada; Canadian Research Institute of Spirituality and Healing
The event is to celebrate the launch of the Federation of Traditional Chinese Medicine Colleges of Canada, to provide vision of Traditional Chinese medicine being included in a university program, and to promote standards of Traditional Chinese medicine education. A panel, featuring Drs. John O’Neil, Soma Ganesan, Steven Aung, Hal Gun, and Arden Henley, will discuss the integration of Traditional Chinese medicine into Canadian Education.
LOCAL EVENTS
Be Your Own Guru! A Mini-Workshop To Create Your Toolkit for Spiritual Practice
May 30, 2015, 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Langara College
100 W. 49th Ave. Vancouver
Facilitator: Linda Christensen, PhD
Spirituality Workshop: Encounter Your Inner Self
April 25 and May 2nd, 2015, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Langara College
100 W. 49th Ave. Vancouver
Speakers: Lyren Chiu, PhD and Kevin Liu (Mandarin)
Cancer Ecological Treatment and Prevention
April 22, 2015, 1:00 ~ 6:00 PM
Langara College
100 W. 49th Ave. Vancouver
Speaker: Dr. Sam Shan (Mandarin)
Public Forum: Spirituality Matters
November 3, 2014
Langara College
100 W. 49th Ave. Vancouver
Public Speech & Panel Reflection on Human Transformation by Dr. William Tiller, with Drs. Lyren Chiu, Anne Bruce, Doug Longstaffe, Nelie Johnson, Jade Wald http://www.thecanadian.today/william-tiller-spirituality-m…/
Transcending North and South: The Potential of the Trans-Local
March 16, 2011
CRISH was invited for the public dialogue
Location: SFU’s Morris J. Wosk Centre for Dialogue
Dialogue: How are diaspora transcending boundaries and serving as a bridge between the Global North and South?
What impact do these “trans-local” interactions have in transforming health practices, systems, and understanding in Canada?
CRISH Public Meeting: Making Integrative Healthcare a Reality
November 2, 2007 2:30 – 4:30 pm
Free Admission
Unitarian Church, 949 – 49th Ave. West
Drs. Lyren Chiu, Soma Ganesan, and Steven Aung invite you to come learn about CRISH vision for compassionate care, and more importantly, to help shape CRISH plans with your ideas and experiences related to integrative care.
Meaning: From a Life of Inner Consent to the Detection of Spirituality
July 17, 2007, 7:00-9:30pm
Free Admission
UBC Medical Student & Alumni Centre
2750 Heather Street, Vancouver, British Columbia
Dr. Alfried Längle will explore the importance of meaning and its impact on mental health in three ways: first, I will overview Viktor Frankl’s concept of a meaningful life (Logotherapy) which helps localize the requirements for attaining meaning and reveal practical steps for its attainment. Second, I will take a deeper look at the structure of our existence from the theoretical perspective of Existential Analysis. Third, I will show the practical elements for a fulfilling life through the therapeutic approach. The presentation is intended to illuminate the possibilities for growth in one’s own spirituality and provide skills to manage the question of meaning both personally and professionally.
CRISH Member Reception (Free Admission)
July 13, 2007, 5:00-7:00pm
Lauener Room 2809
Jim Pattison (Laurel) Pavilion
Vancouver General Hospital
A reception, featuring Dr. Harald Walach, will discuss science and spirituality. Dr. Harald Walach is President of the International Society for Complementary Medicine Research and Editor-in-chief of Spirituality and Health International.
Contemplation and Education – Landscape of Research
July 12, 2007, 7:30pm
Canadian Memorial Centre for Peace
1825 West 16th Ave.
A panel, featuring Cynthia Bourgeault, Ph.D., Thupten Jinpa, Ph.D., and Tobin Hart, Ph.D, will discuss contemplative knowledge and current research. Admission is free. See a PDF for detailed information.
This event is co-sponsored by VST, The Impact Foundation, Canadian Memorial Center for Peace, Garbha Foundation, Dalai Lama Centre for Peace and Education, and Canadian Research Institute of Spirituality and Healing.
Integrative Compassionate Medicine for the 21st Century and Beyond
April 30, 2007, 5:00-8:30pm
UBC Medical Student & Alumni Centre
2750 Heather Street, Vancouver, British Columbia
CRISH Fund-raising event with Dr. Steven Aung
Dr. Steven Aung will talk about integrative compassionate medicine for the 21st century and beyond and demonstrate Chinese calligraphy. Food and beverages are included. Tickets are on sale now. See a PDF for detailed information.
