SCHEDULE COMING SOON

MENTAL HEALTH SUMMIT: SUPPORTING MENTAL HEALTH AND WELLBEING IN SCHOOLS

Welcome to the Mental Health Summit: Supporting Mental Health and Wellbeing in Schools.

Thursday, April 10, 2025

  • 4:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.
    Forest Play Workshop (Optional)
    Purchase Tickets Here
  • 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.
  • Welcome Reception and Registration (Optional)


Friday, April 11, 2025

  • 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
    Breakfast and Registration
  • 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Sessions, Workshops, and Wellness Experiences
  • 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
    Chapters & Cheers Event
  • 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
    Daniel Powter Concert

Saturday, April 12, 2025

  • 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
    Breakfast and Registration
  • 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
    Sessions, Workshops, and Wellness Experiences

Sponsored by Headwater Learning Foundation, this pivotal event will be held from April 11–12, 2025 at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity set among the beautiful Rocky Mountains.

Who Should Attend?

This summit invites educational leaders, thought leaders, researchers, teachers, mental health professionals, and community stakeholders to engage with prominent figures in the mental health and education sectors.

CHAPTERS & CHEERS

Join us for a special evening on April 11 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. for Chapters & Cheers! At this unique book signing event, you’ll have the chance to grab a drink and meet your favourite mental health and wellbeing authors. Whether you're looking to deepen your own mental health journey or find new reading material, this event is a must!

Featured authors include Lisa Baylis, Gail Markin, Dr. Marc Brackett, Jessica Janzen, Sunil Singh, Mindful Miss T, and John-Tyler Binfet.

KEYNOTE SPEAKERS

Dr. Kim Schonert-Reichl

Dr. Marc Brackett

Dr. Jody Carrington

Professor, University of Illinois,CASEL Board Member

Professor, Director of Yale's Centre for Emotional Intelligence

Founder and Principal Psychologist, Carrington & Company

Jessica Janzen

Sunil & Raya Singh

Dr. Matthew Murphy

Author, Storyteller, andMathematics Educator

Speaker, Author, Coach, andPhilanthropist

Adjunct Professor, Ramapo College, and Retired Superintendent

FEATURED SPEAKERS

Dr. Paul Arnold

Director, Mathison Centre for Mental HealthUniversity of Calgary

Steve Brown

President & CEONelson

Dr. Jennifer Turner

Superintendent of School ImprovementCalgary Board of Education

Dr. Stephen MacGregor

University of Calgary, Werkland School of Education

Lisa Baylis

Self-Compassion SpecialistAuthor of Self-Compassion for Educators

Astrid Kendrick

Director of Field ExperiencesUniversity of Calgary

Dr. Andrea Holowka

Superintendent of Schools
Christ The Redeemer (CTR) Catholic Schools

Kevin Kaardal

CEO/Superintendent of SchoolsSchool District 23, Kelowna

Gail Markin

Educational & Workplace WellbeingAuthor of Beyond Self-Care

Steven Langer

CEO of Well by DesignWorkplace Wellness Specialist

Luc Goudreault

CEO of VireoEducation Innovator

Julia Dexter

CEO of Shoelace LearningFormer Olympian

Brent Saccucci

Social Justice Leader and Doctoral StudentWestern University

Amber Pavey

CEO of Present PossibilitiesMindfulness and Meditation Leader

Christine Preece

Mental Health/Wellbeing LeadSt. Clair Catholic District

Chris Smeaton

CEO at CDSmeatonEducation and Leadership Consultant

Sheryl Boswell

Executive DirectorYouth Mental Health Canada

Lisa Demers

Superintendent of EducationSt. Clair Catholic District

Dr. Lisa Everitt

Executive Staff Officer/ResearcherAlberta Teacher’s Association

Dr. Fei Wang

Associate ProfessorFaculty of Education, UBC

Dr. Molly Lawlor

Social Emotional Learning and
Mindfulness Consultant

Bonnie Blakley

Chief Executive OfficerCASA Mental Health

Mike Gawliuk

Chief Executive OfficerCMHA Kelowna

Debbie McKibbin

Deputy SuperintendentCanadian Rockies Public Schools

Jennifer Keable

Burnout Prevention ExpertThe New You: Mindset & Life Coaching

Christopher Fuzessy

Superintendent of Schools
Foothills School Division

Amy Walker

National Partnerships ManagerCommittee for Children

Chris Radu

Education DirectorCalgary Board of Education

Dr. Gina Cherkowski

Executive Director, Research and Development Headwater Learning Foundation

John-Tyler Binfet

ResearcherUniversity of British Columbia

Dr. Greg Bass

CEO, Calgary Academy and Headwater Learning Group

Katy Fodchuk

Executive Director
Advanced Learning Partnerships

Mateusz Mazurkiewicz

Export ManagerFunFloor

Yumna Ahmed

Organizational  Development Consultant
Advanced Learning Partnerships

IMPACT SESSION SPEAKERS

Alex Urrea

Eduscape

Andrea Mishio

Fit Wonder Womom

Ashley Lamantia

Calgary Mental Health Association

Bonnie Kaplan

University of Calgary

David Dyck

Calgary Board of Education

Constance Easton

Richmond School District

Danica Martin

Danica Designs

Danielle Boutette

Calgary Board of Education

Danielle Forcade

Project Five

Dr. Dora Tam

Fledge

Hyojin Yim

Fledge

Jacob Boyle

MARCo Health Inc.

Jenna Galloway

Fledge

Jenna Seagrove

Calgary Board of Education

Julie Sleilaty

A Mindful Space

Kate Love

Calgary Board of Education

Kimberly Holmes

Werklund School of Education

Kingsley Hurlington

SHAD Network

Naomi Hazon

Richmond School District

Saara Ehalt

Connect Charter School

Shashi Shergill

Connect Charter School

Samantha Woods

Kaizen Education Services

Sonal Kavia

Centered in Peace

Steven Shapiro

Communications Strategy Group

SPECIAL MUSICAL GUEST

International recording artist, Daniel Powter, will be performing a private concert on Friday, April 11 from 7:30–8:30 p.m. for all Mental Health Summit attendees.

TICKET INFORMATION

Breakfast, lunch, and refreshments are included with your tickets on April 11 and 12. Additionally, your ticket includes a complimentary entry to Chapters & Cheers and Daniel Powter’s private concert on Friday, April 11, at 7:00 p.m.

Limited tickets available for the Welcome Reception on Thursday, April 10 from 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Tickets are $25 and space is limited. 

REGULAR PRICE TWO-DAY SUMMIT TICKET

$510

per person

OPTIONAL WELCOME RECEPTION

$25

Limited tickets available

ACCOMMODATIONS

We are excited to announce that the Mental Health Summit will be held at the Banff Centre for Arts and Creativity. To book on-site accommodation at the Banff Centre hotel, click the link below or call 1-800-884-7574 and use booking ID: HLS2504. The hotel offers amenities such as a swimming pool, a climbing wall, and stunning hiking trails. Only a 10-minute walk to beautiful downtown Banff.

One lucky participant will win this state-of-the-art Hydroponics System from Vireo!

All participants will have a chance to win a Hydroponics System from Vireo Education, valued at $16,000. Vireo's educational dashboard and hydroponics systems bring sustainable gardening into classrooms, helping students grow from screen to green. Discover how they’re cultivating a brighter future in education!

SPONSORS AND COMMUNITY SUPPORT

Elevate your brand while helping schools support the rising mental health needs of schools. View the different budgets and sponsor levels available by downloading the sponsorship package below.

Headwater Learning Foundation is grateful for the support it receives from the community. Your sponsorship will help us secure much-needed funds to support mental health in school programs in our community.

GET INVOLVED

Register as a vendor or community partner! Email us at mhsummit@headwaterlearning.com

We have many opportunities that support different activities with flexible hours and benefits. Email us at mhsummit@headwaterlearning.com

Donate to mental health in schools with Rogers Birdies for Kids—your gift is matched up to 50%!

About the Headwater Learning Foundation

Headwater Learning Foundation (HLF) is a not-for-profit committed to improving and transforming education through research, program development and strategic partnerships.

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PRESENTING SPONSORS

EduScape

GOLD SPONSORS

SILVER SPONSORS

BRONZE SPONSORS

MEDIA & PROMOTIONAL PARTNERS

PODCAST PARTNER

CHAPTERS AND CHEERS BOOK SIGNING EVENT

YOUTH PANEL SPONSOR

LEADERSHIP PANEL SPONSOR

WELCOME RECEPTION SPONSOR

EDUCATION PARTNERS

COMMUNITY CHAMPIONS & VENDOR PARTNERS

A SPECIAL THANK YOU

DONATE TO MENTAL HEALTH IN SCHOOLS WITH ROGERS BIRDIES FOR KIDS PRESENTED BY ALTALINK

Rogers Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink, under the Calgary Shaw Charity Classic Foundation, raises funds for local charities with up to 50% matching on donations. Donations can be made online or by cheque until August 31, ensuring 100% goes Headwater Learning Foundation to benefit mental health in schools!