Our 2019 Celebrities and Speakers

Bif Naked

Humanitarian & Rockstar

Bif Naked is a celebrated and notorious performer in music, TV, film, and dance, and a tireless advocate and Humanitarian. Bif has transcended any and all obstacles placed in her path to become one of the world's most unique, recognizable and beloved icons.

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Michelle Stafford

"Phyllis Summers" from The Young and the Restless

Michelle Stafford is among the most recognizable faces in television, having had a successful 16-year run as Phyllis Summers on daytime’s The Young and The Restless, viewed by more than 20 million people every day in some 20 countries.

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Chef Massimo Capra

Presented by Born 3 Eggs

Born in Italy, Chef Massimo Capra culinary training began in Salsomaggiore, Parma. He then started his culinary journey at the famous Trattoria dall' Amelia in Mestre near Venice. He spent several years at Hotel Royal in Courmayeur, Val d'Aosta, Hotel Savoy and Drei Tannen restaurant in San Martino di Castrozza.

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Claire Newell

Global BC Travel Consultant

Claire Newell is a travel expert, author and a recognized authority on the travel industry. She is also a best-selling author of Travel Best Bets – An Insider’s Guide to…

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DeeAnn Lensen

3-Time Best-Selling Author

DeeAnn Lensen is an award-winning, European-trained Advanced Aesthetic Educator, Spa Consultant, Certified Life Coach, NLP Practitioner, keynote speaker, and Amazon best-selling author. She is the president and CEO of Touché…

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Aeryon Ashlie

Pulse FM Fitness Expert

Aeryon Ashlie is the founder of Aeryon Wellness, #1 Best Selling Author, On-air Radio Personality and Holistic Health Coach. Aeryon is a strong believer in the Holistic Intuitive Approach, and…

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Chef Christian Pritchard

Executive Chef at Aurora Importing

Aurora’s Executive Chef Christian Pritchard has amazed Canadians from coast to coast. His philosophy is that food should be freshly made, combining quality ingredients to create interesting tastes. Christian’s story…

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Ranbir Puar

TEDx Speaker & Life Coach

TEDx Speaker, Writer, and Life Coach, Ranbir Puar helps adults and children break free of their limiting beliefs by providing the tools to tap into their inner strength and silence…

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Dr. Shahana Alibhai

Doctor & Mother

Medicine was never the plan for Dr. Shahana Alibhai. She discovered her passion at age 15 when she went to her first fitness class. She became a BCRPA certified fitness…

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Paula Godden

Owner of The Pirate + The Gypsy

Paula Godden is an artist, jewellery designer and celebrated local entrepreneur. As the creator behind The Pirate + The Gypsy, Paula is handcrafting her own career path and leaving her…

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Dr. Shabita Teja

Naturopathic Physician

Born & raised in the Lower Mainland, Dr. Shabita Teja went to the University of British Columbia to pursue a degree in pharmaceutical sciences & is a licensed pharmacist in…

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Andrea Saliba

Holistic Nutritionist

Andrea Saliba is a Certified Holistic Nutritionist, Health Coach, Group Fitness Instructor and Mother of 3. Andrea is on the Nutrition Advisory Board and a regular contributor for Optimyz Magazine.…

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Jennifer Desloges

CEO of Jade Clinics

Jennifer Desloges is the CEO and Founder of Jade Clinics. Having started a career as an Electrologist in 1989, Jennifer has strived to be the best in her industry. Acquiring…

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Chef Karen Barnaby

Celebrated Chef & Vancouver Sun Columnist

When it comes to the culinary scene in Vancouver, Karen Barnaby has painted the town red. She has helped shape the evolving face of the Vancouver food scene with her…

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