A Book Celebration Mini-Brunch Party

Schedule

Sun Feb 22 2026 at 12:00 pm to 03:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Beyond Yoga Studio & Wellness Centre | Ottawa, ON

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Celebrate Duty to Self! Join our mini‑brunch with book signing and a live Author Q&A hosted by Sam Laprade. Come be inspired.
About this Event

✨ You’re Invited! ✨

A Mini‑Brunch Celebration for the Bestseller

Duty to Self: A First Responder’s Handbook for Building Resilience

Join us for a warm, uplifting, and intimate celebration as we honour the incredible milestone of Duty to Self , launched on November 17 and already a bestseller in multiple Amazon categories. This gathering is more than a brunch… it’s a moment to recognize a movement.

🥂 Why You’ll Want to Be There

This book was written for First Responders, but its message resonates with every one of us navigating today’s fast‑paced, pressure‑filled world. Whether you’re seeking resilience, clarity, or a renewed sense of purpose, this celebration offers a space to connect, reflect, and be inspired.

🎉 What to Expect

  • A cozy, celebratory mini‑treats with great company
  • Book signing with the author
  • A live Author Q&A led by the remarkable
    Sam Laprade, Host of An Hour to Give on Rogers TV Ottawa & Country 101.1 FM
  • Meaningful conversation about resilience, service, and the power of taking care of ourselves
  • A chance to be part of the growing community behind this important work

💛 Who Should Attend

Anyone who believes in the importance of mental well‑being, community, and personal strength.
Anyone who supports First Responders and wants to understand their strategies more deeply.
Anyone who’s ready to invest in their own resilience and walk away feeling grounded and inspired.

✨ Come celebrate a book that’s already making an impact and a message the world needs right now.


PLEASE NOTE: Due to the nature of the venue, it will be asked that shoes be removed to enter the studio.

Cost: FREE with RSVP



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Beyond Yoga Studio & Wellness Centre, 66 Hearst Way, Ottawa, Canada

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