Fourth Annual Diversity Health Fair

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Saturday, June 15th, 2013
10:00 AM to 2:00 PM

Join us on Saturday, June 15, 2013, at the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria for the Diversity Health Fair.

The fair is a FREE family-oriented event brought to you by the Inter-Cultural Association of Greater Victoria (ICA) to raise awareness in our growing multi-ethnic communities of the wide range of health services and programs available throughout the Greater Victoria Region.

This year's Diversity Health Fair theme is Chronic Disease Prevention.

Our goals are to:

- Promote healthy living in multi-ethnic communities using the fair�s engaging and interactive approach to health and wellness education.

- Increase awareness among healthcare providers of the needs and challenges faced by newcomers in accessing health and wellness resources.

- Give health care organizations the opportunity to provide information and education to Victoria�s ethno-cultural residents on the variety of preventative, diagnostic and healing treatments available to them to promote health and well-being.

- Provide a fun, educational and family-oriented event that brings together members of Victoria�s ethno-cultural communities, health care providers and other health care and community stakeholders (government, community organizations, etc.) in an environment where they can create new connections and network with one another.
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For a list of exhibitors, please visit:
http://www.icavictoria.org/community/diversity-health-fair/exhibitors

SCHEDULE OF EVENTS:

MORNING

9:45 Lion Dance performed by Wong Sheung Kung Fu Club Fitness Tent (Parking Lot)

9:55 First Nations Blessing Fitness Tent (Parking Lot)

10:00 Welcoming Remarks Fitness Tent (Parking Lot)

10:15 Health Exhibits & Demonstrations Open (Main Hall & Parking Lot)
Catering from around the globe will be offered by the International Women�s Catering Coop.

10:40 Osteofit Class:This class aims to provide safe and gentle exercises that can improve muscle mass, promote strength gain, and reduce the risk of falls in older adults. (Fitness Tent (Parking Lot))

11:00 Chronic Disease Prevention TCM Dr. Yin, of the Oshio College of Acupuncture and Herbology, will discuss how Traditional Chinese Medicine can be used in the prevention and management of Chronic Disease. (Social Suite 2nd Floor)

11:40 Zumba Fitness Class: This Latin-inspired dance fitness class blends international music and contagious steps to form an addictive �fitness party"
(Fitness Tent (Parking Lot))


AFTERNOON

12:00 Hypertension � Are you at risk? This workshop focuses on the importance of understanding hypertension (high blood pressure) and its risk factors. Learn what you can do to lower your risk of high blood pressure. (Social Suite 2nd Floor)

12:40 Core Strength, Stability & Balance: This class is designed to overcome common aches and pains as well as maintain bone density, boost energy levels, elevate cognitive functioning and enhance body composition.
(Fitness Tent (Parking Lot))

1:00 Prevention & Management of Chronic Disease: Learn simple, evidence based skills helpful to live a healthy lifestyle. We�ll discuss the symptoms of chronic disease, how to develop an action plan and how to live healthy with chronic conditions.
(Social Suite 2nd Floor)

1:30 Tai Chi Demonstration: The Group will demonstrate Tai Ji Sword and Tai Ji Fist, which are good for both mental and physical health and suitable for people of all ages, including seniors. (Fitness Tent (Parking Lot))

2:00 Diversity Health Fair officially ends!