The Five Tasks of Life: Learn how perception affects the self, socializing, career, intimacy and spirituality Wednesday, Feb. 8, 7 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver. Presented by the Canadian Mental Health Association. Admission by donation. Info: 604-987-6959 or www.northwestvancouver.cmha.bc.ca.

Women and Wellness: The Canadian Mental Health Association will host a night designed to unite and empower women by reaching out to those affected by mental health issues, either personally or as an advocate for someone who is, Thursday, Feb. 9. The event will feature inspirational stories from Sarah Jamieson, an athlete running for social change; and, Jenn Hewlett, founder of Fresh Air Life. Time and location will be given upon registration at wellness@cmha.bc.ca.

Vancouver International Mountain Film Festival: A series of extreme adventure films and presentations will run from Feb. 10 to 18, 7: 30 p.m. at Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Admission: $20/$18. Tickets: 604-984-4484. Info: www.vimff.org.

FEAT (Fascinating Expedition and Adventure Talks) Canada will have a lineup of nine local adventurers talking about their recent accomplishments Sunday, Feb. 12, 7: 30 p.m. at Centennial Theatre, 2300 Lonsdale Ave., North Vancouver. Each speaker will have seven minutes to tell their story. Admission: $20/$18. Tickets: 604-984-4484. For more information, visit www.featcanada.ca or www.vimff.org.