S3

Event Schedule

Prepare to dive into an enriching schedule at the S3 – Siren Strength Symposium, where we will focus on fostering empowerment, resilience, and community strength. Over the course of January 24 and 25, 2025, you’ll have the chance to participate in a variety of workshops and discussions that challenge and inspire you, all while connecting with others who are equally committed to personal and collective growth. This is an opportunity to explore new ideas and strategies that will enhance your well-being and cultivate meaningful relationships that extend beyond the symposium itself.

Friday January 24, 2025

Time
8:30 am

Check-in & Registration

Doors open, attendee registration.
Whitecourt Baptist Church
9:00 am

Welcoming Remarks

Whitecourt Baptist Church
9:15 am

Community & Culture

Denise Annicchiarico , Supervisor, Disability Mgmt & Well-being, Strathcona County
Kelly Lehr , Deputy Fire Chief, Strathcona Emergency Services
Dana Terry , Deputy Chief, Operations, Strathcona County Emergency Services
TBD
Cultivate a supportive environment that strengthens bonds and encourages positive habits among first responder communities.
Whitecourt Baptist Church
10:30 am
10:45 am

Understanding Operational Stress for a Trauma Informed Workplace: Moving from Reactive to Proactive

Dr. Megan McElheran , CEO, Wayfound
Exploring current data for uniformed personnel for psychological wellness, organizational and individual risk factors, and the crucial role of leadership in shaping a supportive culture.
Whitecourt Baptist Church
12:00 pm

Lunch Break

Sponsored by:
1:00 pm

Post-Incident Protocols

Sharon Mailloux , Registered Psychologist, Indigo Counselling & Consulting
Effective strategies for managing psychological impacts after incidents.
Whitecourt Baptist Church
2:30 pm
2:45 pm

Panel Discussion

Dr. Megan McElheran , CEO, Wayfound
Sharon Mailloux , Registered Psychologist, Indigo Counselling & Consulting
Denise Annicchiarico , Supervisor, Disability Mgmt & Well-being, Strathcona County
Kelly Lehr , Deputy Fire Chief, Strathcona Emergency Services
Whitecourt Baptist Church
5:15 pm

Strength in Unity: First Responder Fitness

Join us for an invigorating and supportive fitness experience designed exclusively for first responders. The Strength in Unity Fitness Class will take place on January 24th at the Allan & […]
Allen & Jean Millar Centre
Sponsored by:
7:30 pm

Responder Rendezvous

Whitecourt Legion
Sponsored by:

Saturday January 25, 2025

Time
8:30 am

Check-in & Registration

Doors open, attendee check-in & registration.
Whitecourt Baptist Church
9:00 am

Welcoming Remarks

Welcoming remarks & summary of Day 1
Whitecourt Baptist Church
9:15 am

First Responder Community Building

Sharon Mailloux , Registered Psychologist, Indigo Counselling & Consulting
Whitecourt Baptist Church
10:30 am
10:45 am

Emergency Services: Nutrition and Fitness Strategies for Health and Longevity

Mike Kesthely , Captain, Lethbridge Fire Department
Touching on all the interconnected topics of nutrition, physical training, lifestyle, and supplementation specific to shift-working first responders.
Whitecourt Baptist Church
12:00 pm

Lunch

Whitecourt Baptist Church
Sponsored by:
1:15 pm

Proactive Practices

Cynthia Ashe , RCMP - Serious Crimes Unit
Explore how small, daily actions can contribute to a strong foundation of emotional health practices into everyday life.
Whitecourt Baptist Church
2:30 pm

Coffee / Networking Break

Whitecourt Baptist Church
2:45 pm

Panel Discussion – Daily Resilience

Mike Kesthely , Captain, Lethbridge Fire Department
Sharon Mailloux , Registered Psychologist, Indigo Counselling & Consulting
Cynthia Ashe , RCMP - Serious Crimes Unit
Whitecourt Baptist Church