The Violence Prevention workshop scheduled for Monday, March 2nd has been CANCELLED.
The next opportunity to take this workshop is May 4th. All participants must complete the prerequisites on Surge learning and register here: https://mennoplacestaff.com/vp-workshops/
We have received dozens of balls of yarn for our volunteers to knit and crochet into prayer shawls. Thank you!
When the group meets later this month they will have a shelf full of colours to choose from. With your help they will create shawls that will bring warmth, comfort and a touch of home to residents and their families.
The prayer shawl program is ongoing. If you would like to donate yarn please drop it off with any of the LEAs in the apartments or bring it to the main entrance of Menno Hospital.
Did you know that Perkopolis offers discounts on Disneyland tickets, New Balance running shoes and even airport parking at YVR? There are over 5,000 offers and perks available to all Menno Place staff. Just go to https://www.perkopolis.com/ to create your account and start exploring the savings.
To set up your account:
What is your site location code?
Example: If Jane is employee #271 and she works at Menno Home her Member ID code would be MENNOMH271
SGP Employee Perks Program
You can find even more savings through the SGP Employee Perks Program. Download the PDF to learn about savings on paint, flooring, furniture and more.
On February 5, 2026, Menno Place gathered to celebrate the annual Team Appreciation Awards—a tradition we have held for the past 12 years. This annual event is a chance to say thank you, to honour faithfulness, and to recognize the quiet, daily acts of compassion that shape the lives of residents and families across their campus.
This year 94 staff members were recognized, including special honours for four staff reaching 30 years of service, one reaching 40 years, and one reaching an extraordinary 45 years with Menno Place. Altogether the 94 staff members represent a remarkable 1,076 combined years of service—a legacy of care, consistency, and commitment that has touched thousands of lives.
Our 45-year honouree, Ester Darco, joined the Housekeeping and Laundry team back in 1981. Nik Van Egdom, Manager of Environmental Services, described Ester as “a wonderful housekeeper who goes out of her way to make sure the residents feel loved.”
Our 40-year honoree, Vannareth Chang is part of the Dining Experience team. Her manager highlighted her thoughtful eye for improvement and her heart for making things better for residents and colleagues alike.
Four members of the care team were recognized for 30 years of service in Menno Home and Menno Hospital and each one was recognized by their manager:
In addition to long-service awards, three Outstanding Achievement Awards were presented—Everyday Hero, Living Our Values, and Best Leader. These awards carry special meaning because the recipients are nominated by the members from all across the Menno Place community. This year, nearly 100 nominations were submitted by residents, families, and staff, recognizing 78 staff members from every team and every area of our campus. These nominations are powerful affirmation of trust, impact, and everyday excellence.
This year’s winners were:
We believe that honouring our staff is not just a good organizational practice—it is part of our calling. We are guided by a commitment to serve with compassionate Christian care, and we recognize that this care is lived out daily through the hands, hearts, and faithfulness of their people.
As Sujata Connors shared in closing, “We know that God is here at Menno Place. I see it every single day. Thank you for continuing to work here and support our mission to provide wonderful, compassionate, Christian care for our residents and for each other.”
To view images from the event go to the google album here: Go to Gallery
To download any of the images, click on the image then click on the three dots in the top right corner to open the dropdown menu. Select download from the menu to save the photo.
You can also watch a video of the event at the bottom of this post.
If you reached a milestone in 2025 we have a gift for you! Gifts for 5 and 10 years of service can be collected from your manager. Gifts for 15 or more years can be picked up from Loradonna Botter. All gifts need to be picked up within 30 business days. A full list of recipients can be found below.
The next Violence Prevention Workshop is happening on March 2, 2026.
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
We proudly celebrate the incredible impact our Recreation Team has on the health, well-being, and quality of life of the residents we serve.
All staff received an email on January 15th 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 Place is partnering with UBC’s Climate Clinic to measure its emissions and work towards its climate goals but we need your help.
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:
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
