In Focus is our gift to the community. A way for us to help show our recognition for the people, businesses and organizations that help make our city great. The team at KelownaNow.com is passionate about this community and the people that make it amazing. We want to show our friends, neighbours, family and colleagues that we notice them and the fabulous things that they do.
What is your name?
Ward Willison
Where are you from and how long have you lived in Kelowna?
I am originally from Saskatoon and moved here in 1976.
Who is your favourite person to spend time with and why?
My family. Family is special.
If you could go anywhere in the world right at this moment where would you go and why?
Africa. It is the only continent I have not visited.
What is your favourite local store in Kelowna and why?
Princess Auto. I tinker with things and they have some odd things. I am looking forward to getting to Lee Valley and MEC.
What is your favourite activity?
Sailboat racing Wednesday nights
If you had to choose: pizza, tacos, or burgers?
In Mexico taco, Italy, pizza, Texas, the burger!
What is a hidden gem you enjoy in the Okanagan?
There are some beautiful meadows up in the Greystokes that are nice.
What is the most inspiring thing that has happened to you?
I went to an ‘alternative’ health course and they magically healed me. It was life changing.
Tell us your favourite childhood memory.
Summer time with my grandparents on the farm on the prairies.
Where do you volunteer or give back to in the community?
Kelowna yacht club, Canadian Tai Chi club, our school PAC, Kelowna District Fish and Game Club, my work.
If you could change one thing in the world what would it be?
The ability to get along with others, could be improved.
What is your favourite activity in Kelowna?
Canada Day in downtown.
Where would you sneak away to in Kelowna to spend some time alone?
It's not in Kelowna, but I would have to say Sparkling Hills.
Where would you like to see positive change in Kelowna and why?
All things are improvable, as we learn we see better options. I hope we take them.
If you could be granted one wish for work or in life, what would it be?
To end suffering.
Tell us something that not everyone may know about you.
I spent most of 13 years living and working overseas and can actually say Kelowna is a world class town. Not necessarily the best but overall it’s up there.
What is the name of your business/organization?
All Body Care Ltd
What does your business do?
Acupuncture and other natural therapies.
How to people connect with you through social media? (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Pinterest)
All Body Care
Where can people find your business online?
www.allbodycare.com
Why did you get into/start this business?
I was healed by complementary and alternative medicines and I just had to learn more about it. I just never stopped.
What is the goal of your business?
To help people become well.
What has been your biggest struggle either in work or life?
Learning to walk at age 22.
If you could start all over again would you do things the same or would things be different?
I don’t think like that. I focus on what I am doing now and drive my life towards my goals.
Why do you think it is important to shop local?
With out the middle class, without shops and local economy our whole country will sink. Think local as it can affect global.
Give someone that you think deserves it a shout out and explain why!
James Heinrich owner of Great Way Martial Arts. He was the person that took me to the health course that basically saved my life and he’s an excellent martial arts instructor and person.
My nomination for the In Focus spotlight is:
James Heinrich
Other information you would like to share:
I have now done Acupuncture for 20 years. In that time I have learned: have more fun, make more memories with people you care about, get more sleep, eat better, join a club. Don’t hang around people you don’t like, don’t smoke, don’t hate your family, don’t ruin your life because someone said you where XYZ. This is not a dress rehearsal, treat it that way.
We encourage you to leave your comments and words of support below, and submit your own nomination by clicking HERE. You are also welcome to submit a form of your own by clicking HERE. Thank you, Kelowna!
