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2026
Wellness Conference

Join us for the Saskatchewan Federation of Police Officers
Wellness Conference 2026
hosted by the Weyburn Police Association!

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WED

SEPT 23

THU

SEPT 24

Date

&

Location

Kenosee Inn & Cabin
100 Kenosee Inn Drive,

Kenosee Lake, Saskatchewan
Moose Mountain Provincial Park

Registration Fee: $225

Includes:

- Breakfast (both days)

- Lunch (both days)

- Coffee / Snacks

Keynote Speakers

Speakers

Kevin Donaldson

Kevin P. Donaldson is a sought-after keynote speaker, bestselling author, and mental health advocate whose work has been featured across major media outlets, podcasts, and publications focused on resilience and personal transformation. A retired New Jersey police officer and trauma survivor, he has been widely recognized for his candid storytelling and efforts to destigmatize mental health, including appearances on prominent platforms and contributions

to leading magazines. Through his podcast, writing, and speaking engagements, Donaldson delivers a powerful message of overcoming adversity by confronting it head-on, inspiring audiences worldwide to turn suffering into strength.

Now a #1 Best Seller

Jim Brayshaw

Jim Brayshaw is a former Fire Fighter, Fire Captain, and a leader in mental health education and support. His work has involved partnering with local, regional, and global organizations to develop and deliver mental health strategies and programs that foster wellness and a culture of psychological health and safety. Jim Brayshaw draws on decades of experience in Mental Health education, including Resilient Minds training for Firefighters, Critical Incident Stress Management, Peer Support Team development, and Leadership training. He has also enjoyed years of collaboration with his partner, providing Wellness and Psychoeducational programs, such as Sask Mental Health Training & Supports. Whether in workshops or large presentations, Jim Brayshaw opens paths to improved emotional and mental well-being, fostering psychologically safer environments in both the workplace and life.

Dr Nicholas Carlton

R. Nicholas Carleton, Ph.D. is a Professor of Clinical Psychology at the University of Regina, Director of the Psychological Trauma and Stress Systems Lab, and a registered clinical psychologist in Saskatchewan. His work is focused on supporting the mental health of trauma-exposed professionals, including first responders and other public safety personnel (PSP), healthcare workers, military members, and Veterans. He has published more than 270 peer-reviewed articles and book chapters exploring the fundamental bases of anxiety- and trauma-related disorders. He has completed more than 500 national and international conference presentations. He also serves as an active member of several national and international professional associations. As principal or co-principal investigator he has been awarded more than $100M in competitive external funding. He has received several prestigious awards and recognition's, including

induction to the Royal Society of Canada’s College and as a Fellow of the Canadian Academy of Health Sciences, and he was awarded the 2023 Saskatchewan Health Research Foundation Mid-Career Award and the 2020 Royal-Mach-Gaensslen Prize for Mental Health Research. Dr. Carleton has supervised or co-supervised 15 post-doctoral trainees, 20+ successful graduate students (most awarded tri-council funding), and served as committee member for 25+ additional graduate students.

Sarah Satre

In 2008, Sarah was given the opportunity to manage Olympia Fitness. It was there she realized she could turn her lifelong passion for sports and fitness into a career. Over the years, she has developed a reputation for helping youth, athletes, and people of all ages and fitness levels unlock their potential. Her greatest reward comes from seeing individuals discover what they are truly capable of achieving, both physically and mentally.
Outside of her work and family life, Sarah is deeply committed to her community. She serves on the Board of Directors for Envision Counselling and Support, as well as the City of Weyburn Parks and Recreation Board. Most recently, she partnered with the Canadian Mental Health Association, Weyburn Branch, to launch their first-ever Wellness Challenge.
Sarah believes that physical fitness and nutritional wellness go hand-in-hand and are essential

to living a vibrant, balanced, and confident life. In this session, Sarah Satre will share her beliefs on how to manage a time and family-friendly meal guide complete with her favorite healthy food choices and recipes. You will learn how to choose proper portions without the use of an app, food scale or calorie counting. Sarah will discuss how to truly live a balanced lifestyle that will leave you feeling physically and mentally healthy.