Joyce Sunada
Wellness Educator Joyce Sunada has over 30 years experience as an educator. During that time she was a teacher, an administrator, university instructor and provincial leader, who helped create and support healthy school communicates. Joyce was also the recipient of the “Health Promoting Schools Champion” award from PHE Canada. And she recognized by HPEC for her contributions to Health and Phys. Ed in Alberta. During COVID quarantine, Joyce stepped away from presenting workshops for a few months to identify what was truly important to her. This allowed her to establish sustainable lifestyle practices so she can better walk her talk and support others. As of January 2022, Joyce is retired and enjoying a less structured schedule, while spending time with her 9-month-old grandson Deacon. Note: A more detailed account of my burnout and illness to wellness journey is noted in this upcoming publication: Lawson, J., Gander, S(Eds). “Teacher Take Care: A practical guide to workplace wellness and well-being for educators.” Portage and Main press, 2022 will be available for educators