8th Annual Be Well Serve Well Conference

A conference for first responders and personnel. This year's theme is "Let it out: Feelings aren't meant to be held in."
About this Event

Join us on Wednesday, November 18, 2026, for the 8th Annual Be Well Serve Well Conference, a full-day wellness event dedicated to supporting the mental, physical, and emotional well-being of first responders.
This year’s theme, “Let it out: Feelings aren’t meant to be held in,” focuses on releasing the stressors, emotions, and challenges that can impact overall wellness. Through engaging presentations and practical discussions, participants will explore healthy ways to process, express, and manage the things that may be holding them back, whether through physical activity, nutrition, mindfulness, peer support, or other wellness strategies.
The conference will feature keynote speaker Dr. Christopher Willard, a clinical psychologist, author, consultant, and faculty member at Harvard Medical School. Dr. Willard has spoken in 42 countries, presented at two TEDx events, and authored 20 books, including How We Grow Through What We Go Through, Feelings Are Like Farts, and The Neuroscience of Negotiation. His expertise has been featured by The New York Times, The Washington Post, CNN, and many other leading media outlets.
Attendees will enjoy:
* Inspiring keynote presentations
* Interactive breakout sessions
* Peer support and networking opportunities
* Yoga and mindfulness activities
* Access to local wellness resources in our interactive atrium
* Practical tools and strategies to support long-term wellness
Last year, more than 250 participants from police, fire, and paramedic services across London, Middlesex, and surrounding regions attended the conference. We look forward to welcoming an even larger group of first responders and wellness professionals this year.
Event Schedule
* Registration: 8:00 a.m.
* Conference: 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Whether you’re looking to strengthen your wellness toolkit, connect with peers, or gain new insights from industry experts, this conference offers something for everyone.
Register today and invest in your well-being.

Need Assistance Attending?
We believe wellness education should be accessible to all first responders. A limited number of sponsored registrations are available for those who require financial assistance. To inquire about a sponsored spot, please contact Janine at [email protected]. Sponsorship opportunities are limited and subject to availability.

Agenda

🕑: 08:00 AM - 09:00 AM
Registration
🕑: 09:00 AM - 09:30 AM
Opening Remarks and welcome
🕑: 09:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Keynote Speaker
Host: Dr. Christopher Willard
🕑: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Morning Break
🕑: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Breakout Session #1
🕑: 12:00 PM - 01:15 PM
Lunch
🕑: 01:15 PM - 02:15 PM
Breakout Session #2
🕑: 02:15 PM - 02:30 PM
Afternoon Break
🕑: 02:30 PM - 03:15 PM
Breakout Session #3
🕑: 03:30 PM - 04:00 PM
Closing Remarks