✦ Women On The Frontlines ✦

Energy, Burnout & What Actually Helps

A Collaborative Panel for Women, by Women | Fernie, BC | Nov 13, 2025 Fernie, BC

Fernie, BC | Polar Peak Books

482 2nd Ave, Fernie, BC

Evening of Nov 13th | 7:00 pm

Our community is full of capable, caring women who keep everything moving—at home, at work, and everywhere in between. Lately, more of us are running on empty. This panel brings together local professionals to name what we’re seeing, share why it makes sense (based on research and lived experience), and point to practical changes—at home, in workplaces, and across Fernie—that make support real and doable. Spots are limited, sign up today!

4 Speakers

Dayna Haig-Conway with long, wavy hair smiling outdoors in a green field with yellow flowers, with mountains in the background.

Dayna Haig-Conway, MA, RCC

Clinical Counsellor

Dayna is a Registered Clinical Counsellor, educator, and founder of CAMP Mental Health Inc. With over 15 years of experience supporting youth and frontline professionals, she helps educators, healthcare providers, and social service workers lead with calm, confidence, and clarity. Drawing on her background in counselling psychology and classroom teaching, Dayna developed the CAMP framework—a practical, evidence-based approach to prevent burnout and build resilience from within.

www.dhccounselling.com

Samara Ohm, BSc MSc

Registered Dietitian

Samara is a Registered Dietitian and Fernie local with a deep passion for food and community. After earning her Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nutrition and Dietetics on the East Coast, she returned home to the mountains to blend evidence-based nutrition with a practical, compassionate approach. With experience in cardiac care, chronic disease management, and behaviour change, Samara helps people build sustainable habits that support health and joy in eating. When she’s not working, you’ll find her teaching at Soar Studios, cooking, or adventuring outdoors with her family.

www.ohmnutrition.ca

Kate Powell with shoulder-length brown hair, wearing a black top and a pearl necklace, against a blue background.

Kate Powell, BSc, MPT, OLY 

Physiotherapist, Mountain Life Movement

Kate is a physiotherapist and former Olympic gymnast (Sydney 2000, Athens 2004) who has dedicated her career to helping people move with confidence and freedom. Combining her expertise in orthopaedic and sports physiotherapy with Stott and Classical Pilates training, she focuses on full-body recovery and empowering clients to reconnect with their strength. Inspired by Fernie’s mountain lifestyle, Kate’s goal is simple — to help you move well so nothing holds you back when adventure calls.

www.mountainlifemovement.com

Doctor Rae Petrucha . With long blonde hair smiling, wearing a dark blazer over a blue top, standing against a dark textured background.

Dr. Rae Petrucha, BA, MD, CCFP

Family Physician, Sparling East Medical Centre

Dr. Rae Petrucha is a family doctor who relocated to Fernie to enjoy the amazing biking, hiking, camping and snowboarding the area has to offer. Her medical practice includes seeing patients in the clinic, ER, and hospitalized patients at the Elk Valley Hospital. When she isn’t working you can find her enjoying life with her three kids, family and friends. 

If you’re a local organization interested in supporting or participating email info@campmentalhealth.com.

What We Will Cover

Energy, Burnout & What Actually Helps

  • What we’re seeing

  • Why it makes sense

  • What exists now

  • Where the gaps are

  • Action we can take

  • Date/Time: Evening of November 13th | 7:00 PM

  • Venue: Polar Peak Books, 482 2nd Ave, Fernie, BC

  • Format: Short kick-off shares from panelists + community discussion + “next small steps”

  • Cost: $25.00 - Every participant gets a FREE Children’s Book!
    A portion of proceeds will be donated to a local charity.

EVENT DETAILS

FREE Book with Registration!

I Don’t Want To Go - By Dayna Haig-Conway

This event is officially sold out!

However, this won’t be the last event! 

Two women standing by a lake at sunset with their arms raised in celebration.

We’re so grateful for the incredible response.

We know how many women are out there on the front lines, and if the demand continues, this won’t be the only one. Stay tuned for future dates—we’d love to have you join us next time.


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FAQ

  • No. It’s for any woman experiencing overload—parents, non-parents, frontline workers, business owners, students, caregivers.

  • Yes, it is $25 a person. Proceeds to be donated to a local charity.

  • Yes! Just send an email to info@campmentalhealth.com