Congratulations to Karamjeet Gill, Health Care Aide, Menno Hospital! She is the winner of our Safety Blitz safety quiz and has won a first aid kit. Thanks to the 39 staff from all across our campus who took part in the quiz.
MEMO
To: All Menno Home, Hospital, and Apartments Staff
Date: November 19, 2025
Subject: Comvida App Update
Please be advised that ComVida will not be accessible Friday November 21, 2025 from 4-5 pm as an update is being made to the mobile app.
The latest update includes the following improvements:
Thank you for your cooperation.
Honouring the Men Who Strengthen Our Community
At Menno Place, we believe in recognizing the people who shape our lives with compassion, strength, and service. International Men’s Day, first observed globally in 1999, is an opportunity to honour the positive contributions men make in their families, friendships, workplaces, and communities.
Today, we celebrate the men who walk alongside us—those we love, live with, and work beside.
We honour the men who:
Your presence matters. Your contributions matter. You matter.
A Call to Holistic Wellness
Because we care about those who care for others, International Men’s Day is also a reminder that health is a lifelong journey, one of body, mind, and spirit.
We encourage men to take time to reflect on their well-being:
Your wellness is important. You are important.
Movember: Taking Action for Men’s Health
November also marks Movember, a global movement focused on men’s health awareness.
We encourage men to:
Taking care of your health is not only responsible, but an act of love for yourself and those who depend on you.
Do Something Good for Yourself – November 19th is your Day!
On this day, we invite every man to choose something that restores joy or peace. Perhaps a walk, a hobby, a good meal, quiet time, or connection with someone meaningful. Even a small moment can refill the spirit.
Whether you’re a father, brother, mentor, colleague, or friend, your contributions don’t go unnoticed. On this International Men’s Day, we celebrate you and the positive impact you make in the world. Here’s to continuing to support each other, to raise awareness on issues that matter, and to create stronger communities where everyone, regardless of gender, can thrive. 💙
A Scripture of Strength and Encouragement
“Be strong and courageous; do not be afraid or discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go.” — Joshua 1:9
May this reminder bring comfort and encouragement to the men in our Menno Place family.
Protect your body — it’s your most important tool at work.
Musculoskeletal injuries (MSIs) can happen slowly over time or suddenly during a task. They affect muscles, joints, tendons, and ligaments — and they’re one of the most common injuries in long-term care.
Here’s how you can prevent MSIs:
Your health matters — every shift, every task. Let’s work together to prevent injuries and keep our team strong.
Does this rainy weather have you dreaming of a good, long story? We might have just what you’re looking for. We have several large boxes of free books looking for a good home. The books are currently located in Menno Hospital in the hallway just across from the staff room.
Come and take a look. You’re welcome to take whatever you can use, free of charge.
Please note: These books are in “As Is” condition and are neither vetted nor necessarily recommended by Menno Place. A cursory glance suggests there are books covering a wide range of topics and interests.
Menno Place has been working with our IT partner, Adaptive Technical to provide education and resources during the month to help protect not only the organization, but yourself.
If you have an @mennoplace.ca email, you will have received some training from Adaptive. So far there have been three (3) courses sent out with more to come. The courses take a maximum of 10 minutes and we ask that you take time to complete each session.
You can learn more about Cyber Security Awareness Month and some actions you can take to protect yourself with these resources which were originally provided by the Government of Canada:
Thank you for your ongoing commitment to keeping Menno Place a safe and secure organization!
MEMO
To: All staff excluding MBS
Subject: First Choice Vacation Requests
Date: November 13, 2025
All first-choice vacation requests have now been reviewed in the GoldCare portal.
If a discrepancy was found in your request, you should have received an email from the Staffing department.
You can check the status of your first choice vacation request directly in the portal. Please do not contact the Staffing Office to confirm approval.
If you notice a discrepancy, please send an email to the Staffing Office and include your Manager in the email.
Thank you for your cooperation.
MEMO
To: Menno Apartments – All Employees covered under HEU Communities Bargaining Agreement
Date: November 14, 2025
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The Joint Community Benefits Trust (JCBT) provides your health and wellness benefits. This email contains important information about a change to your Health Benefits Plan. Please visit www.jcbt.ca to learn more about the JCBT and the ongoing benefit review that may impact you and your family.
The Trustees of the Joint Community Benefits Trust (JCBT), in partnership with the Community Bargaining Association (CBA), want to let you know about a new mental health and wellness benefit available under your Extended Health Benefits Plan.
This new benefit is part of a special joint pilot project co-sponsored by JCBT and CBA:
Thank you,
The Trustees of the Joint Community Benefits Trust (JCBT)
Your participation helps build a stronger, safer workplace for everyone.
