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Act of Kindness Contest… The Rosewater celebrates its anniversary in a very specialway each Spring with a California Spa Getaway for two at The Oaks at Ojai. Why does the Rosewater do this? Because it’s time!
2008 Winner: Carol Ingram of Burlington Breast Cancer Support Services… October 2001. A special volunteer recognition event was held at the Rosewater Spa to thank volunteers who cheerfully donate their time and talent to Breast Cancer Support Services in Burlington. Burlington Chamber of Commerce... September 2008. Joined Burlington Reader’s Choice Awards... Burlington reader’s give Rosewater Spa of Burlington high marks in Spa Services in 2009, 2010 Burlington Post... November 2008. An article titled “Growing Your Business Through the Chamber” authored by Liz Belford appears in the Burlington Chamber feature centrespread. Community Kindness and Support… The Rosewater Spa is a proud community supporter and regularly contributes donations and silent auction items to organizations that are like-minded and have goals aligned with those of the Rosewater Spa. ![]() CH Television… Smith & Hayes Show … March 30, 2006. Delightful on-air personality Lesley Stewart visited the Rosewater Spa and interviewed owner, Liz Belford. Among many things, they discussed the Rosewater’s 5th Anniversary, the Act of Kindness Contest where one lucky person will win a spa getaway for 2 to the Oaks at Ojai in California; the Rosewater’s expansion of the Lower Level and the new VIP Suite for couples. CityTV – Downright Domestic... May 2010 - We were thrilled when Rebecca Webster and Rob Bebenek, hosts of the television show "Downright Domestic" visited us in Oakville recently to film an upcoming episode called, "10 Great Mother's Day Gift Ideas". Glow Magazine… Spring 2003 Grand Opening of the Rosewater Spa of Oakville… Wednesday May 30, 2001. Please join us in celebrating the Grand Opening of The Rosewater Spa of Oakville 156 Church Street, Wednesday, May 30, 2001 from 5:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. Her Worship, Ann Mulvale will be present for the official ribbon cutting ceremony at 8:00 p.m. ![]() Hamilton Magazine… Spring 2006 Issue, “Spa Style”. Rosewater Spa is featured on page 36 of this high-end magazine. Home Front Magazine… Spring 2004 IN Burlington Magazine... Winter 2008. Rosewater Spa of Burlington makes its debut on page 16, highlighted by comments from owner, Liz Belford about the incredible heritage building at 482 Elizabeth Street that ‘has a soul of its own’. International Spa Association… Joined 2006 In-Spa Seminars … A regular occurrence at the Rosewater Spa. Check out our website for upcoming events.
Leading Spas of Canada… Joined 2002.
Lexus… September 2007, Rosewater Spa helps Lexus say thank you to new car buyers by providing gift certificates of appreciation to this prestigious organization. Lower Level Expansion… February 2004. The Rosewater Spa expansion is underway. You’ll be delighted when our newly renovated space is complete; it will include our VIP Suite, the Tamarind, Lounge and Juice Bar … perfect for every occasion and every function – personal or business! Makeup Donation Program... March 2001. Drop off unused makeup or beauty products and we will gladly donate them to Halton Women’s Place. Know that you are helping make a difference in a woman’s life. Awards and Accolates...
Ontario Tourism… Summer 2004. Rosewater Spa makes its debut as the only Spa featured in Oakville in the summer 2004 issue. Passion for Excellence… March 2000. The Rosewater Spa of Oakville Inc. was created to inspire a place of serenity dedicated to offering our clients the enjoyment of good health in luxurious surroundings through therapeutic massage and restorative spa therapies. Through caring and nurturing hands, our team will empower all who enter to reach their individual goals on the pathway to wellness. Premier Spas of Ontario …
Presentations … IODE: April 2002, Skin Care for Maturing Skin. Oakville Club: Feb 2002, Introducing the Rosewater Spa Oakville Club: June 2003, Advanced Skin Care Rotary Club: 2005, Running a successful business RBC Canadian Woman Entrepreneur Awards… March 2006 … Liz Belford, Owner of the Rosewater Spa of Oakville is nominated for the RBC Canadian Woman Entrepreneur Awards. Relay for Life… An opportunity for the entire Oakville community to make a statement about cancer and honour those who have fought the battle. Through everyone’s involvement and dedication the Rosewater Spa of Oakville continues to raise funds each year for The Canadian Cancer Society to fight this dreaded disease!
Rosewater VIP Suite … Officially opens August 16, 2004. “Rosewater Expansion Already Adored by Clients”. What began as a whisper six months ago … “there’s something going on down there” has ended with a confident, “it’s ready”. The expansion of the Rosewater Lower Level is now complete! And it’s a “spa to behold”. We’ve gone to new depths to achieve relaxation and rejuvenation with something for everyone, from busy executives and small groups to special twosomes. The Rosewater Lower Level has again set a benchmark with unparalleled services in an atmosphere of gracious elegance. One of the highlights of the Lower Level is the Rosewater VIP Suite. Perfect for small groups, the VIP Suite is a private retreat - a personal spa within a spa - where small groups will enjoy distinguished Rosewater Spa of Oakville luxury and first-class services. Our elegantly appointed suite includes meeting space for 30 and: Plasma screen television Audio/video (DVD and LCD projector outlets) Fireplace Private dining area Spa attendant Perfectly heated floors Consider this your invitation to visit Rosewater Spa of Burlington... November 2008. There’s a new kid on the block! Rosewater Spa of Burlington proudly opens its doors in downtown Burlington at 482 Elizabeth Street and along with neighbours The Grace Clinic and Mainstream Clothiers becomes “The Ultimate Destination” in Burlington. Sheridan College… March 2003, Liz Belford, Proprietor of the Rosewater Spa addresses the graduating students of the Aesthetics Program at Sheridan College and shares real life experiences of owning a spa and being part of the spa industry in Canada and the world. SNAP Burlington... November 2008. Julie Belford, Liz Belford, and Kelly Killingbeck are snapped at the October Trade Show hosted by the Burlington Chamber of Commerce and appear in the centrespread calendar. ![]() Spa Magic… by Mary Muryn. Included in Mary’s healing, rejuvenating and beautifying recipes from spas around the world is the Rosewater’s energizing Rose Hip Oil Treatment, blissfully found on page 103. Spa Life… Spring 2005 Issue, Raising the bar of the spa experience. Enjoy Ingrid Champion’s article beginning on page 20 and see how the Rosewater Spa has won the admiration and support of its grateful clientele.
Spa Review… On Line Magazine … February 2004. Lillian Africano, Editor-in-Chief and author of 16 books, including three best-selling novels announces the debut of a comprehensive magazine designed for the large and rapidly growing group of men and women interested in health and relaxation, beauty and vitality and in preserving a youthful outlook and appearance. www.spareviewmag.comSeaflora... August 2008: Rosewater Spa announces an exclusive new line of skincare products. Hand-harvested from the cold clean Canadian Pacific Ocean, Seaflora all-natural wild seaweed skincare products are nutrient rich with vitamins, minerals, and trace elements creating the most nourishing, healthy and vital seaweed skincare products on the market today. Experience the richest seaweed flora in the world exclusively at Rosewater Spa! Special Visitors to the Rosewater Spa … Sheila Cluff. Sheila Cluff is the owner and founder of The Oaks at Ojai, in addition to being president and founder of Fitness Inc., Fit Two and Health Holidays Inc. She introduced “Cardiovascular Dance” to the world in the l950’s which today is known simply as “aerobics”. In addition to overseeing operations and teaching at both The Oaks and The Palms Sheila has authored four books, publishes Spa Update, a newsletter with 50,000 circulation; writes several syndicated columns on fitness; has produced four fitness videos and is a founding member of the Committee of 200, is a past member of the governor’s Council on Physical Fitness and serves on the Intercontinental Hotels Advisory Travel Board, the C200 foundation board and the International Spa Association (ISPA) education foundation board. May 2006. Sheila visited in 2006, on May 5th to present Julia and Don McGowan with their gift certificate to the Oaks at Ojai for winning the 2006 Act of Kindness Contest in celebration of the Rosewater’s 5th Anniversary. Staff Incentives… Liz Belford, Proprietor of the Rosewater Spa of Oakville announces special staff incentives designed to encourage staff members through personal motivation and empowerment. Go team go!
Treasures of Ontario...Spring 2006 … Rosewater Spa of Oakville invited to appear in Morgan & Chase Publishing Inc. coffee table book. Travel Journal… Beginning June 2006. From the travel journal of Liz Belford … Dear Diary: The Canadian incentive tour of 2006 to Biodroga in Baden-Baden Germany was fabulous! Who would believe that five years ago the Rosewater Spa was Biodroga’s first account in Canada? For centuries, Baden-Baden has been treasured as one of the world’s favourite destinations because of its thermal, healing waters. At Biodroga, we were introduced to the exciting new trends in body and skin care. We met Biodroga’s head chemists, explored the extensive quality control process and experienced first hand why Biodroga is on the leading edge of skin care throughout the world. It was five incredible days of everything imaginable, thanks to our gracious hosts. Tsunami Relief… During the first few weeks of January 2005 the team at the Rosewater Spa rallied together with clients and raised a remarkable $1000 – in less than 5 days - which was matched dollar for dollar by the Rosewater and the Federal Government to aid victims of the tsunami in south east Asia. Who says we can’t make a difference? West of the City March/April 2010… Rosewater Spa is named one of Holly Crawford and Barbara Deppisch’s favourite spa treats. Zonta Club Oakville … |