108 Mile Ranch…April 4, 2007 - Spa Director Juanita Corbett has been recognized as Canada's Spa Industry Contributor of the Year, a major national award in recognition of her significant contribution to the promotion, growth, strength and education of the Canadian Spa Industry. Under Corbett’s Leadership, the spa at The Hills Health Ranch has been pushing the boundaries and raising the bar in Canada’s Spa Industry for the past 25 years.

The award, presented in Toronto at Le Royal Méridian Hotel during the Canadian National Spa Industry Conference and Expo, March 27, 2007 recognized her work and contributions through her efforts in being a leader in the early years at the International Spa Association (ISPA). Accomplishments such as the initiation of the first ever spa industry study in North America, and setting the stage for the future focus of that international association have made Juanita Corbett an innovative leader in her field. In addition, with the establishment of the Erica Miller Spa School, and being the first North American spa to undertake high level R&D in extracting essential oils from indigenous plants known as Canadian Natural Oils, it comes as no surprise that she will be adding this prestigious award to her many accolades.

With her innovation, determination and on-going commitment to research & development, training and education Juanita Corbett continues to stretch the boundaries of Canada’s Spa Industry. Her dedication to individualized client care and a homeopathic approach to skin care & health and wellness means that the spa at The Hills Health Ranch is proud to offer clients the latest, most up to date treatments and services.

The Hills Health Ranch was built and opened in 1985, as Canada’s first destination spa & fitness resort. Situated in the heart of BC’s Cariboo Region, The Hills Health Ranch is a four season resort, offering guests a summer guest ranch atmosphere and a winter ski resort environment. The Hills Health Ranch features 26 deluxe rooms, 19 family style chalets, the largest staff of health professionals of any resort in Canada, 3 fitness workout areas, 18 treatment & consultation rooms, 2 dining rooms, 3 meeting rooms, a chapel and more. In addition, the ranch offers extensive summer hiking and winter cross country skiing on over 20 000 acres of land