Teachers

Joan Bennell Astrologer & Teacher
Toronto . Ontario(416) 467-5385

Joan's working career has centred on Information Technology within the financial and technology industries. She has held a variety of executive positions including Senior Technical & Senior Project Management, and has managed groups up to 150 people. Joan has also been the recipient of many prestigious awards, was selected for several specialized training opportunities & exclusive mentoring programs.

Joan has been studying Astrology for several years. She has completed the CAAE Certificate Third Level - Advanced Astrology & all Diploma Courses successfully; shortly will complete the final for the Diploma Level. Joan is currently the President of the Astrology Toronto Inc (ATi) Board; she first joined the board as a Member-at-Large & has been active in supporting the Board in their direction & achievements over the last few years. Further, Joan has volunteered assistance to CAAE on a number of occasions & has provided support to SOTA & other local astrologers. She is a member of several astrological organisations, including ATi; Associate Member of CAAE; and NCGR.

Joan is a firm believer in the benefits of a structured approach to learning the art and science of Astrology. She has found the discipline and focus provided by the CAAE curriculum achieves this while still providing ample opportunities for networking, discussions and mentoring.

Joan is offering to instruct Level I & Level II in the East York area. Details can be found under ‘Courses’.

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Ron BippusAstrologer

Ron Bippus is a professional Astrologer with 25 years experience. Ron has gained recognition for his expertise in Rectification along with his research on the physical and psychological characteristics of the Ascendant. Ron has also written a complete textbook on Horary Astrology, the "Horary Handbook", a modern translation of William Lilly's "Christian Astrology". Horary Astrology embodies the classical astrological wisdom going back 2,000 years rather than focusing on the modern psychological outlook. Classical astrology allows for the analysis of charts not connected to human beings or any other living creature. This makes it ideal for financial, business and political astrology. It is also very useful for analyzing event charts as well as mundane and weather charts. Ron's Horary course includes a thorough look at analyzing horary questions as well as how to elect time to ensure success for any desired event.

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Shannon Cunningham
Toronto . Ontario(416) 788-7948

I am a new teacher freshly minted by the CAAE as a professionally accredited astrologer.

I have studied astrology for years, practiced it for the last several, and it is safe to say that besides the people i love, it is my greatest passion- especially because it breeds tolerance and understanding.

I completed half of an honors degree in journalism (kings) and a full degree in theatre (dalhousie) and I have taught voice, piano and theatre.

I worked in theatre (troupes/collectives/professional productions) and music (composing/indie band) for most of my twenties, and then in my thirties i started to study astrology and psychosynthesis. Now, here i am- a happy little astrological counsellor.

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Joan Ann EvelynAstrologer

Mission Statement: "To help my clients gain a better understanding of their lives through the knowledge and use of Astrology"

I really feel in the flow of the universe. says professional Astrologer Joan Ann Evelyn. My own chart provides me with a roadmap through life...

Joan Ann completed three years of Astrological Studies at Robin Armstrong's School of Astrology and has achieved the Canadian Association for Astrological Education's (CAAE) third level of certification. She taught three levels of Astrology at Durham College, Oshawa, for six years. As a Professional Astrologer, Joan Ann brings more than twenty-five years of interest and seven years of schooling to the study she calls her passion. It is her ability and eagerness to share this knowledge with others that that sets her apart.

Joan Ann enjoys sharing what she knows and motivating others to study Astrology and wishes everyone would discover this wonderful tool. Joan Ann guides people to explore their own lives through Astrology. Unlike a psychic, she works with people's birth charts. Our Birth Chart reveals our strengths, talents and weaknesses, it is the key to our future potential.

Joan Ann gives keynote presentations and workshops to clubs and business in Durham Region.

She is:

Charter President of the Durham Communicators Club

Past President of the Durham Business and Professional Women's Club Member of Durham Home and Small Business

She belongs to several North American Astrology Organizations:

Secretary: Canadian Association for Astrological Education - CAAE

Member: Astrology Toronto - ATI

Member: National Council for Geocosmic Research - NCGR

Member: International Society for Astrological Research - ISAR

Member: The Association for Astrological Networking - AFAN

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Joan GibbinsAstrology Teacher
Etobicoke . Ontario(416) 231-7076
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Wynne Jordan

Wynne began studying astrology in 1983 through the British Faculty of Astrological Studies, earning the FAS Diploma in 1990. Since then she has been a consultant astrologer in and around Halifax, Nova Scotia. She also gives public lectures on astrology, teaches classes and workshops, and has written a number of articles for The Mountain Astrologer magazine. From 1993 to 2003 she tutored the Faculty's correspondence courses, guiding over 150 students through various levels of astrological instruction. This year she begins tutoring the CAAE correspondence courses.

Wynne’s passion for astrology is coupled with a longstanding interest in religion and spirituality. She has a BA in Religious Studies from Saint Mary's University, Halifax, and her MA in Religion and Modernity from Queen's University, Kingston, focuses on contemporary Western astrology. An excerpt of her Master’s Essay is available on her website. Wynne is currently a part-time faculty member at Saint Mary’s, teaching courses in religion and culture.

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Janet MarkhamAstrology Teacher

Originally from Great Britain, Janet emigrated to Canada after obtaining a B. Sc. Hons mathematics degree from Southampton University

She has a keen interest in people and this is what drew her to the field of astrology over 20 years ago. Having taught classes since 1990, she is one of the original members of the Canadian Association of Astrological Education (CAAE). She is currently the President of the CAAE.

Following a management career where she ended up as an executive for one of Canada's largest pension plans, Janet still consults on a part-time basis to keep involved in the business world. She also maintains her own base of astrological clients.

Janet is teaching Levels 11, 111, Mathematics, and Astrology of Relationships courses for the CAAE in the fall of 2005

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Anne MasseyAstrologer
Fort Langley . British Columbia(604) 888-9552http://astrologicallyspeaking.com

Anne Massey, C.A.P., has been a consulting astrologer since 1988. In 2006 Llewellyn published her book, Venus: Her Cycles, Symbols and Myth, an in-depth look at the astrology of Venus, from cycles to mythological foundations to aspects of Venus, and Venus in each sign. Anne has written horoscope columns since 1991, these are also available on her website www.astrologicallyspeaking.com, along with articles, astrology lessons and analysis on the cycles. Anne also writes an astrology blog www.annemassey.ca and has a Finnish-Language website www.astrotieto.com. She teaches astrology as well as presents lectures and workshops; and offers private tutoring. Many of her students have successfully completed the CAAE level III and the ISAR competency exam.

Anne is the founding and past president of the Fraser Valley Astrological Guild. Massey is the International VP of ISAR for Canada for the International Society for Astrological Research and a member of the Finnish Astrological Association and NCGR. Anne has been active in promoting astrology and serving the astrological community for over 20 years.

Since May 2005 and has administered the CAAE (Canadian Association for Astrological Education) Certification Exams in British Columbia. Anne is an associate member of the CAAE. Anne offers courses and workshops to teach the art and science of astrology and to prepare students for the examinations, which lead to professional certification. Check her website for latest information

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Dawn MuncasterConsulting Astrologer & Teacher
Vancouver - Fraser Valley . British Columbia(604) 538-5152http://www.dawnastrology.com

Dawn Muncaster is the vice president of the Fraser Valley Astrologer Guild, based in the Vancouver-Fraser Valley area of British Columbia, Canada. She is a consulting astrologer, teacher, speaker, a pastoral counselor and spiritual seeker of the mysteries of life. Dawn has written a series of astro-spiritual articles called “Music of the Spheres” which is published on her website www.dawnastrology.com.

In addition, she has written columns and articles for community magazines and the Fraser Valley Astrological Guild website on various spiritual and astrological topics. She is passionate about her work and has lectured at the Soul Awareness Society, The Astrology Guild and for various spiritual groups. Dawn has great enthusiasm for the hidden astrological/numerical messages in the Bible, the metaphysical and esoteric teachings of the real Jesus, the teachings of Paramahansa Yogananda, the compassion of Buddhism, the Science of Numbers and the Mystical Kabbalah, psychology, and astrology. Eventually, after years of introspection and study, Dawn has come to know the Bible as one of the most mystical, astrological and metaphysical books ever written, and is warmly enthusiastic about its many levels of interpretation. And…she will be sure to tell you all about her spiritual philosophy!

After experiencing a mystical and life changing bio-chemical spiritual awakening Dawn began a spiritual quest to research, understand, and integrate the phenomena of Kundalini awakening and multi-dimensional states of consciousness. She has studied many of the mystical and metaphysical teachings of astrology and spirituality for the past fifteen years. As her interest grew she developed a new way of reading an astrological chart by using numerology and geometria. And because she is one of those detailed Virgo's, she has a great interest in the Sabian Symbols, degrees as signatures and symbols, and fixed stars. She's into changing patterns and DNA! Dawn is also working on a book based on her Kundalini and rebirth experience, where she will illustrate the correlation between the numbers in the birth chart and scripture passages, and share the spiritual wisdom and revelations given to her through mystical states of consciousness.

Dawn has a special interest in the process of transformation and initiation of the soul.

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Nadya PandesAstrologer & Teacher
Richmond Hill . Ontario(905) 764-9249

Nadya enjoys teaching and sharing her knowledge of astrology and all the esoteric studies she has undertaken. She completed the Advanced Astrology - CAAE Level III Certification and is close to achieving the diploma level.

Her interests are metaphysical and spiritual studies. Nadya has been studying Alice Bailey (The Tibetan) Agni Yoga, Theosophy and A Course in Miracles for more then 15 years. She is currently a board member of The Toronto Theosophical Society and Astrology Toronto Inc. She is also an associate member of The Canadian Association for Astrological Education.

Nadya is offering Level 1 Astrology classes in the Richmond Hill area.

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Beverley RostantAstrologer

Beverley Rostant has been consulting in the area of astrology since 1990. She has counseled folks nationally and internationally, from members of Royal families, company VP’s to average individuals. She holds a license in Medical Laboratory Technology, a field she has worked and continues to work in since 1977. She specializes in Medical Astrology, Progressed/ Solar Return charts, Rectification, Synastry, Horary and Natal charts. She teaches astrology classes on line, and is a research member of the American Federation of Astrologers 2006. She is also an Associate member of the CAAE (The Canadian Association for Astrological Education). She was selected to sit on the Editorial Board of the Kingston Whig Standard for 2002.

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Milada SakicAstrologer & Teacher
Toronto . Ontario(416) 490-7878

Milada began the studies of Astrology self-taught, inspired by the work of some great European astrologers, especially Mile Dupor. Researching different metaphysical subjects, while studying Eastern mysticism, Vedic philosophy, Sanskrit and devotional music, she had also written poetry and published some of her poetry work and essays coincidentally shortly after discovering astrology as a powerful self-realization tool at age 16.

Milada has had a privilege of advancing her astrological education under the mentorship of Janet Markham, Joan Gibbins, Ursula Fugger, Donna Van Toen and Christina Becker, and has achieved the Advanced Natal Astrology – CAAE Level III Certification in 2004.

“Since I can remember, I have always intensively searched for answers, wondering about the meaning and purpose of life (natal Pluto rising). The study of astrology had given me a holistic and analytical approach and spiritual insight like no other discipline had. My curiosity about meaning of cycles of life and death, human suffering and lessons we were all born to master in this life, continually deepened.

Through my work I enjoy inspiring and motivating people to set goals for achieving their true passions and discovering their full potential revealed through the sky script of their birth chart. My hope is that through Astrology as a humanistic science every individual gains a great holistic understanding of our inter-connectedness with the entire macrocosms. And ultimately we are assisted by astrological tools in awakening of our inner guidance and intuition.”

She is an associate member of the Canadian Association for Astrological Education (CAAE) and a member of Astrology Toronto Inc (ATI).

While working full-time in inside sales sector of the premium promotional and incentive business, she is currently advancing her education through the Human Resources Management program at Ryerson University.

Together with her husband and two children, Milada Sakic has been a resident of Toronto since 1996. Back home in Sarajevo, Bosnia her father is a devoted Vedic Astrologer.

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Eva SmithEsoteric Astrologer
Toronto . Ontario(416) 443-0701

Eva Smith holds a Masters and a Doctorate in the Science of Esotericism from the University of the Seven Rays, an alternative university in the United States. Eva was one of the founding members of the Centre for Esoteric Studies established in Toronto in1989, and continues teaching and lecturing with the main focus on psychology and astrology from a spiritual/consciousness perspective. Eva has taught and lectured in Canada and in the U.S. Her past experiences both as a real estate broker and a yoga instructor bring a personal connection in working with and teaching people.

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Kelly SurteesKelly is passionate about astrology and respected for her insight and knowledge. A professional Astrologer and writer since 2002, Kelly offers private readings to clients around the globe. Kelly has lectured internationally and is known for her inspiring and informative teaching style. Her astrology articles and columns regularly appear in a variety of international titles, including the Mountain Astrologer. Kelly is both editor of and a contributor to the annual WellBeing Astrology Guide (Australia). Kelly holds the "Practitioners Diploma in Astrology" (Prac. Dip.) from the Federation of Australian Astrologers (FAA) and a Diploma in Holistic Counselling and Life Care from Nature Care College. ^ back to top

Bryan Trussler
Kitchener . Ontario(519) 576-6333
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Dorothy Tytgat
Winnipeg . Manitoba(204) 489-7063

Dorothy is an active member of the Manitoba Astrology Association offering courses in the Winnipeg area

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Christina Rai WheelwrightAstrology Teacher
Winnipeg . Manitoba(204) 667-9639

Christina is a certified Evolutionary Astrologer and has been involved with the Manitoba Astrology Association for many years. She writes an astrology column for her local paper-The Aquarian and has been published in several poetry anthologies.

Her background is in Human Resources and Business Management.

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Tamara WizinskiAstrologer & Teacher

Tamara is a qualified Toronto astrologer and teacher, who holds both a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and French from the University of Toronto as well as a Master’s Degree in Education from Boston College. After teaching for 5 years in the Canadian Elementary and High School systems, she accepted a position with the Ontario Ministry of Education as a Policy Analyst. Additionally, she is currently pursuing her CHRP certification from the Human Resources Professionals Association.

Passionately studying Astrology for most of her life, Tamara recently completed astrology certification with the Canadian Association for Astrological Education (CAAE). As an associate teaching member of C.A.A.E., she is also a board member-at-large of Astrology Toronto Inc (ATI).

Tamara’s enthusiastic pursuit for continued education, knowledge and personal growth, makes her deeply committed to teaching and helping people understand astrology better. She is the author of a series of articles published in the Astrology Toronto’s Midheaven Newsletter http://astrologytoronto.ca/MidHeaven/MC-SepOct2008[2].pdf. These articles focus on helping beginner students in developing and writing astrological phrases.

“From my lifelong studies of the various divination arts and spiritual systems, I am convinced that our lives are in synchronicity with the symbols and inter-connecting energies around us.”

As a certified astrology teacher, Tamara follows the approved CAAE curriculum. She combines structured lessons with practical exercises, discussion and hands-on delineation practice. Students of Tamara’s classes have described them as lively, sociable, informative, enlightening, applicable, helpful and very entertaining. Tamara’s practical and structured approach clarifies the application of astrology and simplifies complicated chart delineation, empowering her students with a strong study foundation and a yearning to learn more.

Tamara is continuing to teach Level II Intermediate Astrology through the fall.

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Donna Van ToenAstrologer
Toronto . Ontario(416) 466-2258http://www.donnavantoen.com

Donna Van Toen is a certified professional astrologer (NCGR-IV) based in Toronto, Canada. She has 28 years of consulting experience and 26 years of teaching experience.

Over the past 25 years, Donna has lectured extensively throughout the US, Canada, Australia, and New Zealand, presenting lectures at international and regional conferences and workshops for various astrology groups.

Donna is a member of AFAN, ISAR, NCGR, and Astrology Toronto. She has been the recipient of the AFAN Community Service Award, the Astro-Rama Award for Outstanding Contributions to Astrological Education and both the Mercury and Saturn Awards from FCA Canada. She is a past President of Astrology Toronto, past President of the UAC Board, an NCGR advisor, and is currently AFAN Presiding Officer. She has also served four two-year terms on the AFAN Steering Committee.

Donna is also the founder and convenor of \"SOTA\", the State Of The Art conference, Canada\'s annual Astrology Conference, which is currently held in St. Catharines, Ontario, Canada.

An eclectic astrologer known for her sense of humour, clear presentation style, fair-mindedness, and common sense, Donna\'s specialties include vocational astrology, relationship astrology, Western metaphysical astrology, aspect theory, and life purpose/personal empowerment work. She is available in person or by phone for consultations, and is willing to give lectures or workshops anywhere in the world. She is also willing to tutor in person or by email. Locally, her Saturday seminars are popular and enjoyable as are her classes, both of which are kept small to facilitate learning.

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