HOSPITAL – Menno Place Team – YOU are the Heart of Care

Violence Prevention Workshop – March 2, 2026

February 9, 2026/in Apartments, Education, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update, Violence Prevention

The next Violence Prevention Workshop is happening on March 2, 2026.

MEMO: 16.01 Blocks – No Changes Accepted

February 5, 2026/in HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update, MEMO

Date:   February 5, 2026
To:       All Menno Home and Menno Hospital Staff
Re:       16.01 Blocks – No Changes Accepted
___________

There will be NO CHANGES ACCEPTED after posting in to a 16.01 block.

You must honor the block, and this means working the full shift, and scheduled days that are included in 16.01.

This includes:

NO SHIFT CHANGES

NO BOOKING VACATION

NO USE OF BANKED OT

NO MEDICAL APPOINTMENT LEAVE

If you require leave while you have accepted a 16.01, or need to leave early, you must get approval from your manager.

Thank you
Menno Staffing Offices

February is Recreation Therapy Month

February 4, 2026/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

We proudly celebrate the incredible impact our Recreation Team has on the health, well-being, and quality of life of the residents we serve.

REQUIRED for ALL STAFF: Policy Review in Surge Learning

February 3, 2026/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update, MEMO

All staff received an email on January 15^th informing them of a set of policies for mandatory review, to be completed before Feb 27, 2026. This email was sent to your personal email address, not your @mennoplace.ca address.

Each staff member must complete this review. For most staff this review should only take a few minutes. Managers will be following up with staff to ensure this review is completed.

To access Surge go to mennoplacestaff.com, click iLINKS in the menu at the top of the site and select Surge Learning from the dropdown list.

Once you have logged in to Surge Learning you should see a message in the top left of the screen telling you that you have policies to review.

Click on My Courses and you’ll find a link to the policies that need to be reviewed.

If you have any problems accessing your Surge Learning account, or have questions about policies themselves please contact the People & Culture team.

Menno Hospital: Environmental Survey

February 2, 2026/in HOSPITAL, Important Update

Menno Place is partnering with UBC’s Climate Clinic to measure its emissions and work towards its climate goals but we need your help.

Safety Blitz – QRM Incident Reporting: What You Need to Know

January 29, 2026/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

The Quality Risk Management (QRM) system is Menno Place’s official tool for reporting workplace incidents, injuries, safety concerns, and quality issues. Prompt and accurate reporting helps ensure staff safety, resident well-being, and timely follow-up.

If an incident occurs, employees must:

Report to First Aid immediately, even for minor injuries
Notify their supervisor as soon as possible
Complete an incident report in QRM via Surge Learning (QRM on Demand)
Provide clear details about what happened, where and when it occurred, and who was involved

Reports are then assigned to the appropriate nurse/supervisor and manager for review, investigation, and follow-up. Participation in the process, including modified duties if required, supports recovery and helps prevent future incidents.

Using QRM consistently supports a strong culture of safety and accountability for everyone.

Here is a quick reference to the QRM Reporting Process.

You can also download a PDF of this guide here: Click to download QRM Reporting Process Guide

Elves on the Shelves — And the Winner Is…

January 29, 2026/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

The holiday season at Menno was filled with creativity, laughter, and a whole lot of elf mischief during our Elves on the Shelves challenge! From clever hiding spots to humorous day-to-day scenarios, the elves on display truly captured the spirit of the season.

Congratulations to our one lucky winner of the safety hamper — Rajpinder Garcha!

Thank you to all the participants who helped make this challenge a success and contributed to making Menno a warmer, safer, and more joyful place during the holidays. Your creativity, attention to detail, and holiday cheer stood out and helped make this challenge such a success. As always, we look forward to more fun, safe, and engaging wellness and safety activities in the months ahead.

Health & Safety Considerations (Elf Display Risks)

While Elves on the Shelves is meant to be lighthearted and fun, applying a safety lens ensures everyone, staff members, and residents, remain safe during seasonal activities. The following risks were identified as important considerations:

Slips, Trips, and Falls
- Elves placed near water, spills, or “elf in a puddle” scenes may create slip hazards.
- Clutter on the floor or in walkways can increase trip risks, please be mindful of where you are walking and if there are any form of trip hazards on your route.
- Proper shoes are important when you are working in areas with higher risk of spills; this may include water, chemicals, ice in the parking lot or walkways. Please ensure your shoes for work have treads and are compliant for the special needs of your work areas.
Over-Stretching or Reaching and Lifting
- Staff may over-stretch or reach awkwardly to place boxes and supplies in higher locations, increasing the risk of strains or falls.
- Ask for help if you cannot reach something you need. A few more minutes is worth the wait when your safety is in question.
- Remember to lift only items that you can carry comfortably. Don’t stack them too high. You always want to see clearly and as far as possible.
- Please be reminded of these two rules when trying to obtain items from heights beyond your reach:

Weight Distribution: Always place the heaviest, largest items on the bottom shelves to ensure stability.
Accessibility: Avoid overloading top shelves with heavy items; keep them at waist-level for easy lifting.
Equipment Hazards
- Use of step stools, carts, or ladders to place items on shelves can pose fall risks if not used properly.
- Improvised equipment or unstable surfaces increase injury risk. Do not use chairs as step stools.
- Ensure the area surrounding the equipment is hazard free. You don’t want boxes and other items impacting a safe dismount from the equipment you are using.
Obstructed Work Areas
- Obstructions near medical equipment, carts, doorways, or emergency exits may interfere with safe operations.
- Keep work areas clutter free and clean.
- Ensure you put supplies and equipment back where you found them to ensure nothing is out of place and creates an unintentional hazard.
Resident Safety & Dignity
- Items placed within resident reach could become choking hazards or be mistaken for personal belongings.
- Displays should never compromise resident privacy or care activities.
- Always ensure visual reminders are placed near items that are meant to be looked at and not touched. Visual reminders such as signs and posters are great ways to keep safety top of mind.
Electrical & Fire Risks
- Cords, outlets, or equipment may interfere with safe use of equipment or create hazards.
- Remember to check cords before you plug anything into an outlet. Any damaged cords should be reported as a safety hazard and the item should not be use.

🔔 Safety Reminder:
Always set up equipment safely, avoid workarounds that require climbing or over-reaching, and ensure care areas, walkways, and emergency routes remain clear at all times.

Our elves are gone for a year, and hopefully they will be back next year with more safety tips.

Just a reminder of our mischievous elves below:

Let’s Push for Better Together!

January 28, 2026/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

We are excited to share an incredible opportunity to boost both our physical health and mental well-being this February — The Push-Up Challenge! This is Canada’s largest fitness-based mental health initiative, and it’s free for everyone to join!

From February 5–27, participants across the country are taking on 2,000 push-ups (or alternative exercises like squats, sit-ups, or lunges) over 23 days. Whether you’re a novice or a seasoned pro, there’s a way for everyone to participate and feel proud of their progress.

Why We’re Joining

✨ Get Active & Energized: Daily goals keep you moving and feeling good—physically and mentally.

✨ Build Connections: Sign up solo or form a team with coworkers, friends, or family. A little friendly competition never hurt!

✨ Push for Better Mental Health: This challenge supports the Canadian Mental Health Association and encourages important conversations about mental health in our homes, workplace, and community.

✨ Learn & Grow: Each day comes with a mental health fact to help us learn and reflect while we move.

How to Get Started

👉 Sign up for free at:
https://www.thepushupchallenge.ca/

Choose to join as an individual or create a team — and let’s make this a fun, supportive experience for everyone!

Let’s cheer each other on, celebrate every push (or squat!), and make an impact not just in our own lives, but in the lives of others. Ready to push for better mental health and wellness? We know you’ve got this! 💥

Let’s PUSH it! 🚀

Cheers!
Wellness Committee