Chrisoula Van Oirschot
Chrisoula started her career as a registered massage therapist in 1999. After 11 years in health care, she switched paths and became an elementary school educator. In 2019, Chrisoula started By Meraki and brought together her love of wellness, creativity and education into one. She is passionate about personal growth and wellness, and is highly […]
Beverley Shepherd
Beverley Shepherd is the founder and owner of Verano Food Holdings, a new venture specializing in premium, small-batch sauces and condiments. With a background in corporate environments and extensive community work, Beverley has channeled her skills, expertise, and passion into her entrepreneurial journey. Born and raised in Barbados, Beverley learned early on the value of […]
Erin & Anneka Hunter
Meet the mother-daughter duo, Erin and Anneka Hunter, as they lead a powerful discussion on food insecurity, focusing on its disproportionate impact on women. In this session, we’ll explore the challenges and actionable solutions to empower women and drive change. Erin and Anneka have become deeply involved in Northumberland County since moving here two years […]
Rebecca Shields
Rebecca began her fitness career as a personal trainer in 2007 and holds certifications from the American Council on Exercise as both a personal trainer and group fitness instructor. In 2021, she completed a 200-hour yoga teacher training under the guidance of Sonia Kaur in San Juanillo, Costa Rica. This training followed the 8 limbs […]
Marcie Macari
Marcie Macari’s workshop, “The Power of AND: Embracing the Light AND the Shadow,” teaches the art of badass self-acceptance. In a world that urges us to choose between opposites—strength or gentleness, confidence or humility—true power lies in embracing all aspects of ourselves. This workshop explores the dualities we carry, revealing that our light and shadows […]
Caren Cooper-Bridel
This year at NEW, we’re excited to welcome the teams from Heron Yoga (Port Hope) and EAST (Cobourg) as they host mini yoga sessions throughout both days in our ZEN room! Meet Caren Cooper-Bridel, owner of EAST Studio, Yoga, Pilates, and Roll Model Method teacher, as well as a Breathwork Facilitator. Caren’s classes feature mindful, […]
Olena Hankivsky
(Content of Keynote coming soon) In addition to being the Mayor of the Municipality of Port Hope and Deputy Warden of Northumberland County, Olena Hankivsky, PhD is trained as a political scientist. She has 25 years + experience working across academic, government, NGO and international organizations including the World Health Organization and the United Nations. She is a […]
Jenni Frenke
Join Jenni Frenke on the new stage as she presents her talk, “Grassroots Advocacy for Sleeping Cabin Communities in Ontario.” Housing is a fundamental human right, yet the path to ensuring that everyone has a roof over their head is far from simple. As the housing crisis deepens, neighbors across Ontario are banding together, advocating […]
Paulette Sopoci
With a passion for bringing historic homes back to life, Paulette Sopoci has built a thriving online community of over 200,000 followers across TikTok and Instagram. Starting with the restoration of a grand Victorian mansion in Kawartha Lakes, Paulette captivated audiences with a mix of DIY, historic preservation, and relatable charm. Now based in Northumberland […]
Lisa Marie Einarson
Ready to really connect with your audience? Let’s get into the topic of content marketing together. In this workshop, you’ll learn how to pinpoint the right keywords, write SEO-savvy content, and make the most out of blogs, videos, and podcasts to tell your brand’s story. We’ll also walk through some real-life examples of content that […]
