"The Wound is the Place Where the Light Enters You." ~ Rumi
Over the past 16 years, the Women and Wellness event has highlighted mental health supports on PEI and shared stories of hope and recovery while educating women on the importance of mental health awareness and education. Women and Wellness grew out of one family’s loss of a son and brother by suicide and their resulting awareness of how common, yet hidden, mental illness continues to be. CMHA PEI held its very first event back in 2009, and since then, the cumulative total raised has been over $235,000 in support of mental health programs and services delivered by CMHA PEI.
Join us for the Bell Let’s Talk 16th Annual Women & Wellness event hosted by CMHA PEI
Saturday, November 15, 2025
7:00 pm
(Doors Open at 6:00 pm)
The Murchison Centre, 17 St Pius X Avenue
Charlottetown, PEI
**PLEASE NOTE**
Additional parking for this event is available across the street at St Pius X church
**IN THE BACK PARKING LOT**
Jess Dickie
Master of Ceremonies
Lacey Koughan
Keynote Speaker
Celia Owen
Keynote Speaker
Emilea May
Musical Perfomance
Straight off the heels of their incredible journey on CTV's "The Amazing Race Canada", we are honoured to welcome keynote speakers for the evening, Lacey Koughan and Celia Owen!
Lacey Koughan, a dedicated entrepreneur and mental health advocate, founded the 24STRONG dance studio at just 16, empowering youth and promoting mental health awareness. Celia Owen, an accomplished actor and wellness entrepreneur, shares her own journey through mental health challenges and her mission to support others through her work at Mysa Nordic Spa.
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Join us for an unforgettable evening of inspiration, connection, and empowerment as Lacey and Celia share their incredible stories and insights on mental health and wellness. Don't miss this chance to learn from two remarkable women dedicated to making a difference!​​
We are thrilled to have Jess Dickie as the MC for our Women and Wellness Event! A vibrant creative from Prince Edward Island, Jess is a morning radio host on Ocean 100, a certified yoga instructor, and a talented content creator. With her warmth and authenticity, she connects effortlessly with others, whether calming a room or energizing a crowd. Join us for an inspiring evening of empowerment and connection, led by Jess as we celebrate the journeys of women in wellness!
Join us for an unforgettable performance by Emilea May, a talented Prince Edward Island songstress known for her healing music and dreamy vocals. Her debut album, “Unwreck Me,” blends indie, pop, and rock, exploring themes of heartache and hope. Emilea's honest lyrics inspire deep introspection, and she has shared the stage with renowned artists like Basia Bulat and Rose Cousins. Don't miss this chance to experience her unique artistry!
Back again, serving up delicious hors d'oeuvres and desserts, we are honoured to have Chef Emily Wells from The Mill in New Glasgow! Chef Emily and her team are known for serving high-quality comfort food prepared with locally-sourced ingredients and international flair. They have been a part of this event for a number of years, and every time we are blown away by their ability to create masterful appetizers and mouthwatering desserts that add flair and taste to the event!
"Every woman's success should be an inspiration to another. We're strongest when we cheer each other on" ~ Serena Williams
Julie Pellissier-Lush, Mi'kmaq storyteller, photographer, actor, drummer, best-selling author, and the first Indigenous Poet Laureate for PEI, will bring Land Acknowledgements​
We acknowledge that the land on which we gather is unceded Mi'kmaq territory in Mi'kma'ki. This land is covered by the historic Treaties of Peace and Friendship and we pay our respects to the Mi'kmaq People who have occupied Epekwitk for over 12,000 years, both past, present, and future.
​*This is a 19+ event*
Thank you to the many businesses and individuals who support Women and Wellness and help make the evening a success each year! All money raised through this event stays on PEI to support mental health programs and services of the Canadian Mental Health Association PEI Division.
Signature Sponsor Bell Let's Talk