Lifestyle Medicine and Flourishing Symposium
by Burman UniversityThursday, 1 May 2025 from 6:00 PM (MDT) to Sunday, 4 May 2025 1:30 PM (MDT)Burman University 6730 University Drive, Lacombe, AB T4L 2E5
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Overview
The First Annual Lifestyle Medicine and Flourishing Symposium: Moving from Evidence to Practice
Brought to you by the Burman University LIFEstyle Medicine and Flourishing Centre
This weekend symposium brings together experts in the field of lifestyle medicine and flourishing including three past presidents of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) to move the field of lifestyle medicine forward in Canada.
With an abundance of evidence for the value of lifestyle medicine, there is now a need to raise greater awareness and build momentum for its application in the areas of prevention, treatment, and reversal of common chronic illnesses in Canada.
Come join us for this symposium that will offer healthy plant-based meals, incredible opportunities to network, and mountaintop experiences in Banff!
With keynote speaker Dr. John Kelly, MD, MPH, FACLM Founding President of the American College of Lifestyle Medicine (ACLM) (Full Bio Here)
Other speakers include:
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Details
There are five participation options for the weekend, including virtual attendance. Choose the one that best suits your preference.*
*Note: Registration does NOT include transportation, Banff park pass, or accommodations. A special rate is available at the Best Western Lacombe (403.782.3535; mention "Burman University Lifestyle Medicine & Flourishing Symposium" to get the rate). Rooms are also available on campus, single or double occupancy (contact LMF@burmanu.ca to make arrangements for on-campus accommodations). Limited availability for both options, so reserve early!
To reserve a room in Banff, visit https://www.banffcentre.ca/hotel and mention the Burman University Lifestyle Medicine and Flourishing Symposium. Subject to availability.
Early bird registration until April 8
Students: 50% Discount with promo code "STUDENT78" (must present valid student ID at check-in)
Weekend Overview: Date (Location):
Friday, May 2 -- Exercise session followed by all-day speaker symposium (Burman Campus)
Saturday, May 3, AM: Blue Zones "Rest Day" Experience (Burman Campus)
Saturday, May 3, PM: Travel to Banff; waterfall hike (Banff National Park)
(Accommodations for Banff can be reserved separately HERE, or by emailing LMF@burmanu.ca if interested in sharing a room.)
Sunday, May 4 -- Networking session & activities (Banff Centre for Arts & Creativity)
Full details for the weekend can be found at www.burmanu.ca/LMF/events-page