Peace of Minds yogathon raises funds and awareness by M arta Marychuk Oakville Beaver Staff 01 if) Q. C D CD C T C On Saturday Feb. 25, the Schizophrenia Society of Ontario (SSO) holds its annual Peace of Minds Yogathon in Oakville. Funds raised from the event will support SSO' s mandate to improve the lives of people living with schizophrenia through counselling, educa tion and research. The SSO is a province-wide charitable orga nization founded in 1979 in an attempt to build awareness about serious mental illnesses and to support families and individuals living with these illnesses. The Peace of Minds Yogathon features classes from various yoga instructors from studios in Oakville and other locations throughout the province. The Oakville Yogathon will take place at St. Luke' s Community Centre, 3114 Dundas St. W , from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. This is the 12th year for the annual Peace of Minds Yogathon, said Amanda White, Commu nications Officer for SSO. Typically, the yogathon is held in different cities across the province, but White says Oakville has always been a strong supporter. People with Schizophrenia say yoga helps them with recovery because it is relaxing and helps them focus on something different, White added. At this event, participants can attend one class GO ro ro o O > m CD m 37 if) Participants stretch in a segment of a previously held Peace of Minds yogathon. The fundraiser that boosts awareness and funds for those affected by schizophrenia is being held again in Oakville Saturday, Feb. 25. | Metroland Media photo or take part in an entire day of yoga while fund visiting www.peaceofmindsyoga.ca. in a press release. "During this time of year when raising through pledges. "The yogathon is one of SSO' s signature winter is keeping many of us indoors, this event This year, White says they are trying to raise events that bridges the gap between physical and will get people moving and connected to their $15,000. So far, they are slightly halfway toward mental health," said Mary Alberti, CEO of SSO, bodies." reaching their goal. Registration for the Oakville event has been closed because of space limits, but people can coordinate an event at their home or community space. People can also help fundraise to support U P G R A D E Y O U R FU R N A C E FO R O N L Y families, or individuals or make a donation by CL C D > = C o 3 AIRE ONE MADNESS SALE! Starting from IN JURED? I Can Help! YOU DON'T HAVE TO PAY UNLESS I G ET YOU M O N EY My team of experienced lawyers can help you with: · Car accidents · Slip and Falls · Disability Claims (Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, CPP) · Wrongful Dismissal OFFICES IN OAKVILLE AND TORONTO FURNACE DIAGNOSTIC SPECIAL · 10 Year Factory Warranty *Call for details FURNACE CLEANING BOOK YOURS TODAY! 9 LOCATiONS TO SERVE YOU BETTER AEtEOME HEATING & COOLING C A LL NOW , QUANTITIES ARE LIM ITED! www.aireone.com T (9 0 5 ) 8 4 9 -4 9 9 8 1 -8 8 8 -8 2 7 -2 6 6 5 SHERWOOD HEIGHTS SCHOOL A private coeducational school offering a comprehensive and wellrounded curriculum from junior kindergarten to grade eight. "Small Class Sizes with Personal Attention & Care" Specialized Academic Kindergarten Programs Gr. 5 to 8 High School Academic Preparation Programs Enriched Curriculum with a Strong Emphasis on Core Subjects French at all Levels. Business & Technology Studies Indoor Gym/Outdoor Playgrounds. Extracurricular Clubs Computer, Music & Library Areas . Transportation Available Before/After School Care Programs For a free consultation call: Oakville: 905.842.2022 or Toronto: 416.351.9222 email: sspadafora@slspc.ca Sam Spadafora Injury and Employment Law Erin Mills Campus 3065 Glen Erin Dr., Mississauga (one block north o f Dundas) Kennedy Campus 5870Kennedy Rd., Mississauga (one block south o f Britannia) (905) 569-8999 (905) 712-4343 www.sherwoodheights.com - info@sherwoodheights.com