1. RECENT EVENTS
JUN Seminar: Genetics with Katherine Hodson (Vancouver)
JUN Seminar: Genetics with Katherine Hodson (Calgary)
JUL Seminar: Diabetes Management with Nina Hirvi
UPCOMING EVENTS
SEP Seminar: Cardiovascular Disease Review
OCT Seminar: Breast Cancer
NOV Seminar: Diabetes
FEB Seminar: Heart Health
MAR Seminar: Nutritional Health
MAY Seminar: Hypertension
Copeman Healthcare Centre • Volume VII Issue I
Foods that help or hinder your sleep
Sleep plays a key role in how well we function through-
out the day, and nutrition plays a significant role in the
quality of our sleep. Registered Dietitian, Nina Hirvi
gives us the top best and worst foods for a restful
sleep. Page 5
Your pathway to a better night’s sleep:
teatment options for insomnia
Most adults will experience an episode of poor sleep at
some point in life. For many adults, difficulties naturally
subside – but for others, this is the start of insomnia.
Page 2
Yoga for a better night's sleep
Since changing our culture and environment is
not an option for most of us, another way to find
some peace within the chaos can be through yoga.
Page 3
10 bedtime tips to get your child to sleep
Ten signs your child may have a sleep problem and ten
healthy habits to help them get a good night's sleep.
Page 4

2. 2
Medical Message With Dr. Amy Zwicker, Registered Psychologist, Reg. No. 2126
Your pathway to a better night’s sleep: Treatment options for insomnia
Most adults will experience an episode of poor sleep at some point
in life, which is often triggered by a stressor. For many adults, sleep
difficulties naturally subside as the triggering circumstances resolve
– but for others, this is the onset of insomnia.
The amount of sleep you need varies widely based on multiple factors
including your age, health, lifestyle (including physical and mental
exertion), and genetic makeup. For most adults, the right amount falls
between 4 to 10 hours/night. Meeting your personal sleep require-
ments is important for many aspects of health including learning and
memory, mood, immunity, cardiovascular health, metabolism and
weight, and safety.
What is Insomnia?
Insomnia is a diagnosable disorder that exists when an individual has
a significant sleep difficulty (non-restorative sleep or difficulty falling/
staying asleep) that persists for at least one month and causes signifi-
cant daytime symptoms such as fatigue, poor concentration, mood
disruption, or difficulty meeting social or occupational demands.
Insomnia can be classified as either “primary” or “secondary.”
Primary insomnia is diagnosed when sleeplessness cannot be attrib-
uted to any other cause, whereas secondary insomnia is diagnosed
when it is a symptom of another condition.
Sleeplessness in secondary insomnia is often the result of an un-
derlying difficulty with physical health (e.g., obstructive sleep apnea,
arthritis or other pain conditions), psychological health (e.g., depres-
sion, anxiety), or substances (e.g., prescription medications, alcohol,
or recreational drug use).
What treatment options are available?
Key treatments for primary insomnia range from natural supplements
such as melatonin and medications such as hypnotics and antidepres-
sants, to psychological interventions such as Cognitive Behavioural
Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). CBT-I is a structured therapy that involves
monitoring and changing cognitive and behavioural factors that cause
or maintain sleep difficulties. Significant improvements in sleep are
often achieved after six to eight treatment sessions. Research has
shown that CBT-I is as effective in treating insomnia as prescription
medications, but the effects are longer lasting.
Secondary insomnia is often best treated by treating the underlying
cause. If sleeplessness persists after the contributing condition has
been treated, additional sleep treatments may be appropriate.
Which is the best treatment for you?
If you are experiencing chronic sleep difficulties, the first step is to
talk to your doctor or psychologist. A careful assessment can help
to identify whether your sleep difficulty is a primary or secondary
insomnia—this will determine the most effective treatment approach
for your circumstances.
It is also important to consider the pros and cons of pharmacologi-
cal versus non-pharmacological approaches. While medications can
have side effects and many are not intended for long-term use, sleep
improvements are often achieved quickly. In contrast, CBT-I requires
more effort and time to produce improvements; however, sleep im-
provements are more durable and the side-effects of medications
can be avoided. Selecting treatment options that fit your lifestyle is
important—this helps to build motivation to follow through with
treatment and achieve optimal results.
Dr. Amy Zwicker is a registered psychologist who completed her doctoral degree in clinical psychology at the University of British Columbia and her clini-
cal residency in neuropsychology at Vancouver Coastal Health. Although she is skilled in assessment and treatment of a broad range of psychological
conditions, her primary interests lie in providing assessment and interventions for adults and older adults with cognitive changes. Further to her clinical
experience, Dr. Zwicker has published multiple journal articles and book chapters pertaining to cognitive and clinical psychology.
For more information on psychological
treatment options for insomnia, please
contact your nearest Copeman Healthcare
Brain Health Department:
CALGARY 403-270-2273
EDMONTON 780-455-2273
VANCOUVER 604-707-2273
Choose your path to a
better night’s sleep

3. 3
Fitness Forum With Sukhi Kambo, Clinical Exercise Specialist
Yoga for a better night's sleep
In our fast-paced Western culture, it’s no
surprise that so many Canadians have difficul-
ty falling asleep. Since it is not often possible
to change our culture and our environment,
another way to find some peace within the
chaos of the world is through yoga.
Yoga is the salvation in a tornado of mental
and physical exhaustion in which we can
sometimes find ourselves. Regular practice
calms the sympathetic nervous system that
often keeps the body in a state of continu-
ous stimulation, causing stress hormones to
surge and our temperature, heart rate, and
blood pressure to spike. Yoga has the ability
to reverse these effects and quiet the mind,
undoing the negative thought patterns that
often accompany insomnia.
TheYoga Journal recommends practicing yoga
for an hour to an hour and a half, at least three
times per week, to reduce stress hormones,
heart rate, and blood pressure, which
promotes better sleep. They also recommend
that students suffering from insomnia breathe
deeply both on and off the mat.
If you can’t dedicate that much time to yoga,
don’t worry - adding simple breathing tech-
niques and a few minutes of yoga can also
have an impact. Improved breathing starts
with learning to breathe all the way down
to our diaphragm. Deep breathing has the
ability to turn up our parasympathetic tone
in order to slow down our state of being
(everything except our digestion, which has
the tendency to speed up when we activate
our parasympathetic nervous system). It’s
also activated when we exhale. The Yoga
Journal recommends students exhale twice
as long as they inhale, which slows down the
heartbeat and induces rest.
So when you find that you are once again
lying awake in bed, give your sheep a night
off and become mindful of your breathing.
A 2009 study at Northwestern Memorial
Hospital in Chicago found that just two
months of regular meditation can improve
total sleep time and sleep quality. Remember,
meditation does not mean we need to be
sitting on a cushion in an incense-lit room;
instead, it’s about becoming mindful of our
reality. Breathing always brings us back to
the present moment. There is no room to
think about yesterday or tomorrow when
we are concentrating on our next breath. Try
the pattern of inhaling, holding, exhaling and
holding your breath. You can do it for a count
of 3, 4 or more—whatever feels comfortable.
The technique is drawn from pranayama, an
ancient Indian practice that basically means
“regulation of breath.” Breathing is entirely
controllable and thus one of the few things in
life that we can actually control. Once tamed,
it can influence heart rate, blood pressure,
circulation, hormone production, stress
levels and many other bodily functions. It can
also settle you down enough to induce sleep.
Try the following gentle yoga inversions to
help you to relax and enjoy a peaceful sleep.
Doing the poses shown above before bed will
help to relax and calm the mind. Remember
to breathe deep into the diaphragm when
stretching and focus on the exhale!
Sukhi Kambo is registered with the American College of Sports Medicine as a Clinical Exercise Specialist and is also registered with the Cardiology
Technologist Association of British Columbia as a Registered Cardiology Technologist. After receiving her undergraduate degree in Human Kinetics in
2007, Sukhi started working with patients in the North Shore Cardiac Rehabilitation group and at the Saint Paul’s Healthy Heart Program. In 2010 she
graduated with a technical diploma in Cardiac Sciences to further her understanding in cardiac pathophysiology and ECG interpretation.
Plow Pose (Halasana) Meditation Child Pose (Shishuasana)

4. 4
Health Tips With Trish Stolle, Family Health Nurse Practitioner
10 bedtime tips to get your child to sleep
Sleep is an essential part of daily life for
people of all ages. For children, sleep helps
them grow, combat illness, and recover
from action-filled days of new experiences.
Children grow rapidly and are learning a
wealth of information on a daily basis; they
need downtime to consolidate all of this
information. Well rested children are better
able to cope with daily tasks and regulate
their emotions.
How much sleep is required?
The average hours of sleep required for
children ranges between nine and ten per
night. In addition to this noctural sleep,
younger children also need one or two naps
until the age of five, when they typically grow
out of this phase.
Adolescents require approximately nine hours
of sleep; however, many are only getting
seven to seven and a half due to extracur-
ricular activities, homework, and social lives.
Teenage circadian rhythms lead to a natural
time-shift toward later bedtimes and awaken-
ings, which can be difficult when they need to
get up early for school or sports.
Consequences of deprived sleep
in children
Impaired cognitive function
Children require the appropriate amount of
sleep to function well in school. Difficulty
with comprehension, verbal fluency, abstract
reasoning, planning, problem-solving, attentive-
ness and memory are all common impairments
in children who do not get enough sleep.
Behavioral deregulation
Overtired children have a paradoxical effect
and often become hyper stimulated. Once
they have reached that point it is much more
difficult to get them to sleep a n d
can lead to: hyperactivity, aggression, impul-
sivity, and mood disorders such as anxiety
and depression.
Impaired health
Obesity and immune system deficiencies can
develop over time.
Life-long sleep problems
Like many other life-long habits, sleep is
developed from a young age. If your child
is having trouble now, it’s likely to stay with
them long-term without proper intervention.
10bedtime tips to get your
child to sleep
1. Routine!
Children like routine because it gives them a
sense of what is to come. They like consis-
tency and repetition. Although we as parents
may find it challenging to sing the same song
or read the same book, children thrive on this.
2. Consistency
Both regular bed times and wake times are
important.
3. Calming activities
Calming activities one hour prior to bed helps
children wind down from their busy day. For
example, reading, massage and warm baths
are great options. Studies have shown that
children who are read to before bed enjoy
better and longer sleep.
4. Exercise and daytime activities
During the day we need to make sure children
are stimulated and have a variety of activities
that nourish their senses—both physical and
intellectual. Aim for at least 60 minutes of
intense physical activity per day.
5. No electronic screens within
one to two hours before bed.
Ensure there are no TVs, video games,
computers or cell phones in the bedroom.
6. Avoid large meals prior to
bed; small snacks are OK.
7. Dark, comfortable bedroom
Ensure bedrooms are dark and comfortable
environments that are only used for sleep.
Beds/cribs should never be used for play or
punishment.
8. Put your children to bed when
they’re drowsy but still awake
This even includes the little ones. Feeding
a baby to sleep after the age of 6 months
can delay their opportunities to learn to self
soothe - an important coping skill used to deal
with future challenges and problem solving.
9. No caffeine after noon
10. Limit sugary foods
10signs that your child may
have a sleep problem
About 20 to 30 per cent of children have
sleep problems, the signs for which include:
• excessive daytime sleepiness
• meltdowns later in the day
• difficulty in school
• frequent irritability or clumsiness
• loud snoring or paused breathing at night
• not achieving the recommended sleep
needs
• difficulty falling or staying asleep
• taking more than 20 minutes to settle into
sleep at night
• waking more than two times per night
• staying awake for longer than 20 minutes
during the night
Remember that as summer comes to an end,
sleep times should be pulled back. Start a few
weeks before school begins and reset their
bedtime by 15 minutes every few nights until
they are back on schedule and are able to get
the required amount of sleep for their age.
If you are concerned about your child’s
sleep habits and would like further informa-
tion or medical advice, please contact your
Copeman Kids team. If your child is not
enroled in Copeman Kids, please contact us
for more information.
Trish Stolle is a graduate of the Master of Nurs-
ing/Nurse Practitioner program at UBC. She is
passionate about her profession and enjoys
working collaboratively within Copeman Health-
care’s unique team based model. As a family
nurse practitioner, Trish sees patients of all ages
but has a particular passion for children and is
the team lead for Copeman Kids. You will see
Trish’s friendly smile when you visit the West
Vancouver clinic.

5. 5
Food for Thought With Nina Hirvi, Registered Dietitian
Foods that help or hinder your sleep
Sleep plays a significant role in how well we all function throughout the day, and nutrition plays a key role in the quality of our sleep.
Food relates directly to serotonin production - a key hormone that helps promote rest, so it's important to consume more of these foods and
avoid those that tamper with your natural sleep patterns.
Nina Hirvi is a Registered Dietitian and ClinicalTeam Lead at Copeman Healthcare Centre. She has provided realistic nutrition solutions to several thousand
clients through both individual counseling and seminars throughout Canada. Nina obtained her Bachelor of Science Degree in Dietetics from the University
of British Columbia and an accredited internship from Vancouver General Hospital. Nina is a Certified Diabetes Educator.
Foods that hinder your sleep
Caffeine
This known stimulant
can stay in your
system for 6 hours
(or more), so avoid
consumption well
before bedtime.
Even moderate
intake can affect
you, so be aware of
less obvious sources
such as chocolate,
colas, tea and
decaffeinated coffee.
Large, fatty meals
Protein-rich, high-fat
foods are harder
to digest and can
lead to tossing
and turning.
Alcohol
Alcohol is a catch-22.
While your evening
indulgence helps you
to fall asleep, it also
leads to frequent
awakenings. You
may also experience
headaches, night
sweats and
nightmares; none
of which will help
you get the restful
sleep you desire.
Spicy foods
That spicy meatball
can cause heartburn,
and act as a
stimulant, disrupt-
ing sleep. Finish
your spicy meal
at least 4 hours
before bedtime.
Excess fluid
If you find yourself
up often to go to
the bathroom, you
may want to curb
your fluid intake
4 hours prior to
hitting the sack.
Foods that help you rest soundly
Soothing beverages
Warm milk and
honey will help you
sleep, driving up
tryptophan levels
which promote
serotonin and
melatonin production
to help you sleep
like a baby.
Complex
Carbohydrates &
Healthy Fats
Unsaturated fats
will not only boost
your heart health but
also improve your
serotonin levels.
Whole grains are rich
with magnesium to
help you fall asleep
faster. Oatmeal
with flaxseed is a
great combination.
Dairy Products
Dairy products,
which contain
both tryptophan
and calcium, are
one of the top
sleep-inducing
foods. Combine a
complex carb with
dairy and you have
a match made in
slumber - heaven.
Whole grain toast
and soft cheese is
a helpful snack.
Magnesium &
Niacin Rich Foods
Packed with
potassium and
magnesium for
natural muscle
relaxation, bananas
help promote sleep.
They are complex
carbohydrates,
which also assists
with sleep. Combine
half a banana with
a tablespoon of
niacin-rich natural
peanut butter for a
good night's sleep.
Rich sources of
trytophan
Hummus is another
great source of
tryptophan. Combine
this middle eastern
spread with a few
whole grain crackers
for a healthy snack
during the day.
Turkey is also
a well known
tryptophan-rich food,
and thus a great
option for sleep.
A
great
option for
kids!

6. 6
Live Well With Ashley Weissberg, Family Health Nurse
Turn it off to tuck in: sleep tips for tech junkies
Our modern lifestyles leave little time for relaxation. Due to our ex-
haustion, many of us expect to fall asleep as soon as we hit the pillow
– but that is often not the case.
Our eveningTV, movies or other electronic habits that we use to quiet
our brains may actually be working against us when it comes to a
restful sleep. Exposure to light at night time can offset our circadian
rhythms. As a result, we lose out on the powerful health benefits of
quality sleep.
Melatonin production is higher in individuals exposed to the full
spectrum of light throughout the day; however, it decreases with
increased exposure to light at night. While light of any kind can
suppress the secretion of melatonin, blue light is the most powerful
suppressor. Blue wavelengths emitted from our electronic screens
as well as energy efficient light bulbs are shown to shorten or
disrupt sleep.
Researchers at Harvard University have linked short sleep and
exposure to light after dark to an increased risk for certain cancers,
cardiovascular disease, depression, obesity, and diabetes. While the
research remains inconclusive, we know melatonin secretion stops
very quickly upon exposure to even a small amount of light. For your
health and the health of your loved ones, avoid or dim electronic
screens to improve your sleep and daytime wakefulness.
If manually dimming your screen as night approaches is not an attrac-
tive option, download F.lux software. F.lux automatically programs your
computer to tone down the blue light emitted from your screen in order
to preserve your natural melatonin levels.
Depending on your device’s operating system, you may also be able
to download the software for use on cell phones, tablets or PDAs at
justgetflux.com
Try these bonus tips to preserveyour melatonin and sleep smarter:
• Dim your lights and unwind from electronics and bright lights one
to two hours before bedtime. Enjoy a bath, read, or listen to audio-
books, guided meditations or relaxing music on a timer.
• Sleep in the darkest room you can, or get an eye mask.
• Use dim red lights as night lights. Red light has the least power to
shift circadian rhythm and suppress melatonin.
• Soak up plenty of natural light throughout the day.
Sweet dreams.
Ashley has a great passion for health coaching, acute care, chronic disease
prevention and management. Ashley’s background includes Acute Perina-
tal, Community, Mental Health, Surgical, and Pediatric nursing. She also
has experience facilitating health service programs in diabetes self-care,
immunization clinics for high school students, smoking cessation, and nutri-
tional counselling. She completed her Nursing Degree at British Columbia
Institute of Technology.
Fitness Tips With Stephanie Schlaak, Certified Exercise Specialist
Why you should be sleeping like an athlete
Whether you’re training for a competition or
involved with recreational sports, you can
expect to see a decrease in exercise per-
formance if you are selling yourself short on
sleep. The National Sleep Foundation recom-
mends sleeping an average of seven to nine
hours a night, but statistics show that adults
get less than seven hours, on average. Our
lack of sleep is impacting our sports perfor-
mance in the following ways:
Slowed reaction time
Sleep-deprived individuals are at a greater
risk of accidents and potential injury due to a
reduced ability to respond quickly to stimuli.
Lack of sleep can also impair visual reaction
time, which can be the difference between
success and failure during a competition.
Delays in auditory reaction, such as a delay
in hearing a coach or teammate during play
or training, can affect tactical and decision-
making capabilities, taking away from
potential successes.
Lower cognitive performance
Sleep deprivation causes a decrease in
alertness and attention, negatively impacting
our decision-making capabilities on the field.
Mood disturbances
Depression has also been linked to sleep defi-
ciency. Repeated moderate-intensity exercise
may improve mood shortly afterwards, but
without proper sleep can cause negative
mood disturbances, lower energy levels and
fatigue in the long run.
Longer recovery time
Day–to-day recovery is adversely impacted by
sleep deprivation. In particular, the storage,
conversion, and metabolism of glucose to a
useful energy source is decreased. Reduced
ability to effectively recover can potentially
lead to overtraining syndrome with a small
exercise volume or lower exercise intensities,
increasing risk of injury or accidents.
Overall, sleep deprivation acts as an additional
stress on our body, leading to a negative
impact on our sports performance. Be aware
of how your sleep levels are impacting you and
make adjustments if you are not reaching the
necessary seven to nine hours per night.
Contact your Copeman Healthcare kinesiolo-
gist asyou start buildingyour training program,
for ideas on a successful exercise routine.
Stephanie Schlaak is a Certified Exercise Spe-
cialist. She graduated with a Bachelor of Physi-
cal Education from the University of Alberta in
2008. She obtained her ACSM Certified Clinical
Exercise Specialist® certification the same year.
Stephanie started her career in cardiac rehabilita-
tion, performing fitness tests and counseling pa-
tients to minimize their risk factors, improve their
level of fitness, and help achieve a healthy life-
style. She has experience working with clients in
group settings and one-on-one to counsel and ed-
ucate them on exercise programs, adherence to
exercise, and progression through their program.

7. 7
Health Tips With Amra Dizdarevic, Family Health Nurse Practitioner
Got jet lag? Seven helpful tricks to reset your body clock
We've all suffered from it. After taking a flight across
two or more time zones, you might find yourself craving
an omelette in the middle of the night or ready for a good
night’s sleep…at 9 a.m. It’s called jet lag, and it’s caused
by the temporary difference between the sleep and wake
cycle generated by our internal body clock at home, and
the environmental rhythms of our destination time zone.
Our sleep/activity cycle becomes affected, leading to
disruptions in our physical and mental functioning.
You might recognize jet lag through the
following signs:
Sleep disturbances (difficulty falling or staying
asleep) and sleep fragmentation
You could be at high alert in the middle of the night at
your destination, which further disrupts your ability to
sleep at the desired local time. Sleep deprivation then
ensues.
Excessive daytime sleepiness
You might feel drowsy during periods of the day when
you most want to be awake.
Reduced performance
Having trouble thinking, concentrating, reasoning or
doing normal activities are common. Loss of attention
and vigilance play a role in many motor vehicle accidents,
so it’s important to be aware of your impaired perfor-
mance at your new destination.
Gastrointestinal problems
Conditions on the plane may contribute to abdominal
discomfort and constipation.The lowered cabin pressure
makes gas in the gut expand, potentially leading to
feeling bloated.
Generalized malaise
It’s common to feel sick, weak, fatigued or have less
energy than normal. Headaches and irritability are also
known to occur.
Not all these symptoms are present in every case, and
people may vary in their susceptibility to them.The more
times zones you cross, the more likely you are to get
jet lag; and the further you are from home, the longer it
takes to get over it. While jet lag affects all age groups,
older adults may have less pronounced symptoms and
recover more slowly compared with younger individuals.
Once you’re home, expect it to take several days to
adjust to the new time zone. Readjustment and re-
synchronization occur at a rate of about one hour per
day after eastward travel and 1.5 hours per day after
westward travel. Pre-existing sleep deprivation, stress,
poor sleep habits, and the flight conditions may predis-
pose you to more severe jet lag. Try the following seven
tricks to help mitigate and reduce the effects:
• When possible, choose daytime flights to minimize
loss of sleep and fatigue.
• Avoid large fatty meals, caffeine and alcohol during
the flight.
• Drink lots of water.
• Stay up until it’s dark once you arrive to your destina-
tion. Exposure to bright morning light can also help
your body adjust to the new time zone. Bright light
is more effective than ordinary indoor light. Resist
the temptation to sleep during daytime hours for the
first few days at destination, as this will decrease the
ability to sleep at night and prolong the adjustment
cycle.
• Eat meals at mealtime in the new time zone. For
example, if you normally eat lunch at noon, eat at noon
in the new time zone (not noon at home).
• Get some exercise, but not right before you are
supposed to go to sleep.
While there is no evidence of the usefulness of ho-
meopathic remedies or diet in treatment/prevention of
jet lag, taking melatonin can help your body adjust to a
new time zone. As a hormone that is naturally made by
a gland in the brain, melatonin aligns sleep cycles and
other physiological functions. The usual dose is two or
three milligrams after dark each night, about half an hour
before bedtime in the new time zone. It can be taken
for up to four nights in the new time zone; after that, it
likely won’t be needed. Ensure that you check with your
doctor, nurse practitioner or pharmacist that it is safe
for you to take melatonin. There are other prescription
medications that may help with sleep issues associated
with travel.
A WORD OF CAUTION: Melatonin can produce sleepi-
ness and reduced alertness. Persons taking melatonin
should not drive, operate heavy machinery, or perform
tasks requiring alertness for four to five hours after taking
melatonin. The timing of the dose of melatonin needs
to be precise to avoid worsening the jet lag symptoms.
The body normally has a cycle in which melatonin is
secreted during the hours of darkness and inhibited
during the hours of light; it reaches peak blood levels at
around 2:00 am. When crossing time zones, this peak
needs to be adjusted (shifted) so that it always peaks at
this time of the night.
Amra graduated from UBC with a Bachelor of Science in Cell Biology & Genetics, a Bachelor of Science in Nursing and a Masters
of Science in Nursing – Nurse Practitioner. Amra maintains a special interest in travel medicine and immunizations. She also has
a keen interest in education and is an Adjunct Professor at the UBC School of Nursing teaching in the Master’s program.

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Community Involvement
Keep Vancouver Spectacular
In July, the staff at Copeman Healthcare in Vancouver participated in a city initiative called:
Keep Vancouver Spectacular. Armed with gloves, bags and trash pickers, the crew walked
the neighbourhood, collecting garbage from the sidewalks in order to help Keep Vancouver
Spectacular. Visit www.vancouver.ca to learn about this and other city initiatives.
Lions Gate Golf Tournament
Lions Gate Hospital Foundation Golf Classic raised an outstanding $562,885 net, a record
to date for the Classic, and helped complete the Foundation’s current $2.5 million campaign
to purchase a new CT Scanner for Lions Gate Hospital. Copeman was pleased to have
sponsored this event once again this year with a donation to their silent auction.
Denim Days for the Highbank Society
Don't be surprised when you see your Copeman Calgary team in their favourite denim on
your next Friday visit. Starting August 1st, staff will donate $5 each Friday to wear jeans.
All proceeds go to the Highbank Society to help provide safe, affordable housing and other
necessities to vulnerable, young families.
Summer Vancouver Food Bank Drive
Copeman Healthcare is 'Craving to Curb Hunger' through donations to the Vancouver Food
Bank. Since the summer is not a popular time for food bank donations, the Vancouver team
has decided to run a food drive from August 1st until September 26th in order to help boost
the summer food stocks and Curb Hunger! Copeman clients are also welcome to bring any
non-perishable food donations to the Centre at their next visit.
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