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  • The Pretty Place

    Fall in love with the lush green tones as you paint this scene of mountains amidst the forest.

  • Twin Diamonds

    Join a double diamond frame using enchanting evergreens in this unique picture.

  • Lightning Strike

    Bold white lightning strikes the yellow-gold grain field – a magical sight.

  • Secret Cabin

    Sharpen your technique with this unique painting of a secret cabin in a circular frame.

  • Dead End

    Use your new technique to paint this interesting scene combining grey tones with colourful greenery.

  • Stump Lake

    Let Ed teach you how to create a reflective lake at the base of a quiet mountain.

  • Who’s Abused?

    When most people think of victims of abuse, they think of women and children. Family Violence affects a surprisingly wide range of people. This program discusses the many people who are affected by abuse. Featured Speakers: Dr. Melissa Farley – Clinical and Research Psychologist; Dr. Marcellina Mian – Hospital for Sick Children, University of Toronto; Other speakers include: Dr. Elizabeth Podnieks -International Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse; Megan Fester – Alberta Youth Advisory Council ; Dr. Richard Sobsey – University of Alberta.

  • Justice

    Family violence cases eventually come before the courts. However, court decisions can be complex and, despite the best intentions, they may not prevent reoccurrences of family violence. This program discusses the dilemmas faced by the judicial system, and looks at an innovative program that has significantly reduced the rate of abusers who re-offend. Featured speakers: Dr. Peter Jaffe – University of Western Ontario; Judge Eugene M. Hymen – Superior Court of California; Other speakers include: Alfred Mamo – Mamo and Associates;
    Dr. Nicholas Bala – Faculty of Law, Queen’s University; Special video presentation about HomeFront in Calgary Alberta.

  • Collaboration

    When it comes to family violence, collaboration between the many social service systems would seem natural. This program discusses the complexities of collaboration when dealing with family violence situations. In addition, this program examines our society’s basic family values regarding education and childcare, and how these values can unintentionally contribute to family violence. Featured speakers: Dr. Jill Tregor – San Francisco’s Greenbook Project; Dr. Bruce Perry – ChildTrauma Academy.

  • Solutions

    Ending family violence. Can it be done? The experts say yes. Prevention, education and eliminating secrecy are some of the key elements required to reduce family violence. This program looks at one company’s family violence policy and their belief that businesses have a major responsibility to do all they can to prevent family violence. Featured speakers: Dennis Butler – Liz Claiborne Inc.; Irene Khan – Amnesty International; Also includes: Concluding comments from WCPFV presenters, Alberta Premier Ralph Klein and Alberta Children’s Services Minister Heather Forsyth.