There's something for everyone at Port Moody's first annual community wellness fair this weekend -- even the family pet.
The free event will feature 47 exhibitors who will focus on topics including seniors' wellness, healthy meals, natural beauty products and holistic pet health treatments.
As well, guest speakers will share their knowledge with interested attendees. Dr. Danny Jui of the Ray Clinic Naturopathic Centre will provide tips to strengthen immune systems.
Michelle Morand, founder of the Cedric Centre, will address problems beyond diets in her talk called "Food is not the problem -- deal with what is."
Alex Rolland will discuss cancer treatment options, as well as how to optimize prevention and treatment.
Paul Slaymaker of the Runner's Den will provide pointers on how to integrate running and walking into a healthy lifestyle.
As well, Regina Kaiser of Veracis Wellness will enlighten listeners about the quick and easy benefits of meditation.
For families, the Purple Pirate will host children's shows at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. in the Kids Zone. Also known as Dustin Anderson, the Purple Pirate engages kids in fitness fun and aims to inspire families to become more active.
Event organizer Deanna Haddon said there will be many other opportunities to get active by joining in with a series of 20-minute demonstrations.
"We have demos going on throughout the day that people can either participate in or watch," Haddon said. "We have hatha yoga, zumba, capoeira, preschool sampler dance, boot camp and break dance."
The goal of the event is to provide a service to the community, Haddon added.
"It's to bring the community together and fill them in on some knowledge and local businesses that are in the Tri-City area."
The fair is slated for Saturday, April 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Port Moody Recreation Complex at 300 Ioco Rd.
For details, call 604-469-4556 or visit www.portmoody.ca.