Communication in Family Life

About the Workshop

This session describes some fundamental aspects of communication that apply to interactions within families.  Employees will review communication strategies and skills that allow for healthy and open communication to enhance the quality of their relationships during these challenging times.

About the Facilitator

Ronaye Coulson (Presenting the session on May 31 & June 14)

Ronaye holds a Master of Science degree in Counselling Psychology, in addition to a BSc in both Psychology and Biological Sciences, from the University of Calgary. During this time, Ronaye conducted research in the field of resilience for over six years, and continues to share this knowledge and philosophy through webinar and workshop facilitation, public speaking, and in working as a therapist for over 15 years. Her passion is people, and how connection, meaning, and working with our innate capacities helps us grow and thrive with more joy and ease in our lives.

Glen Matadeen (Presenting the session on June 7)

Glen Matadeen is President of WorkLife Happiness Inc. As an Advanced Corporate Educator, Coach and Keynote Speaker, Glen has been transforming the way people think, learn, and succeed for over 25 years. His core focus is creating psychologically healthy work environments by educating leaders and employees on how to build a positive, productive, and inclusive workplace, while minimizing risks and reducing operating costs.

Glen currently leads corporate workshops, seminars, and webinars on over 50 wellness and business topics for his own company and through contracts with three major employee benefits companies, including Homewood Health. Glen has presented training sessions across many industries including, banking, education, government, healthcare, informational technology, insurance, not-for-profit, pharmaceuticals, real estate, transportation, and utilities.

Prior to this, Glen was a sessional lecturer at McMaster University Faculty of Engineering and Centennial College Business School. He also worked in career management at the University of Toronto for 18 years, including as an Assistant Director with the Rotman School of Management. Over the years, Glen has facilitated over 1500 presentations for groups as large as 1600 participants and educated people from more than 135 countries.
Glen holds an Honours Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master’s Degree in Education. He completed Certificates in Psychological Health and Safety, Adult Training and Development, Social Work and Solution-Focused Brief Coaching. Glen is also an ICF Certified Coach, a member of Advanced 60 Toastmasters and is certified to administer the MBTI, CliftonStrengths® and Harvard developed CareerLeader®.