Safety Blitz: Why You Should Keep Your Sick Days

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Your sick time is more than just time off, they are your “safety net”.

Think of your sick days like an insurance plan. If you get injured or seriously ill, you may need time off while waiting for approval from WorkSafeBC or your Long-Term Disability (LTD) provider. These approvals can take time, sometimes weeks or even months.

Here’s why saving your sick time matters:

  • Delays happen. Claims can take time to process and are not guaranteed to be approved.  During that waiting period, you might not receive income, unless you have sick days saved.
  • Sick time bridges the gap. Having banked sick hours means you can still get paid while waiting for claim approvals.
  • Peace of mind. Knowing you have a cushion, or a safety net lets you focus on recovery, not finances.

Protect yourself. Use your sick time wisely. Save it for when you really need it.

If you have questions about your sick time or how claims work, talk to your supervisor or P&C team members. We’re here to help.

Two Weeks Left to Order from Purdys

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It’s the most delicious time of the year!

In keeping with tradition Menno Place has signed up for a group Purdys order that means you can get 25% off your favorite holiday chocolates. Shop for your gifts or treat yourself, all of the holiday classics are here.

Deadline to order is: Monday, November 24th. Chocolates will be ready for pick up on Monday, December 8th.

You can download a copy of the 2025 catalog by clicking on the image below:

When you’re ready to shop all orders can place your order online. (No more paper order forms!)

Go to https://www.purdys.com/group-savings

When you follow the link to the Purdys site it will ask for your email address to add you to the group. Click on REGISTER in the top right corner to create an online account.

To start your order you’ll need to JOIN A GROUP

Enter the Group Number: 38919

Once you’ve joined the group click SHOP ONLINE in the menu at the very top of the page to start shopping.

That will open the marketplace that looks like this:

 

Please order by Monday, November 24th. Chocolates will be ready for pick up on Monday, December 8th.

Thank you!

2025 Nursing License Reimbursement – Submission Deadline November 12, 2025

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To: Menno Home and Apartment LPNs and RNs
Date: November 7, 2025
Subject: 2025 Nursing License Reimbursement – Submission Deadline November 12, 2025

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Dear Nursing Team,

This is a reminder that 2025 Nursing License Reimbursement requests must be submitted by 3:00 PM on November 12, 2025.

An email has been sent to each nurse with the reimbursement form and eligibility requirements. If you are eligible, please complete the form and attach your receipt and proof of BCCNM registration before the deadline.

To streamline the process, Health Authorities will be the primary party responsible for reimbursing nurses. Please review the following information to determine where you should submit your request:

a) If you work at both Menno Place and a Health Authority, please apply directly to your Health Authority for reimbursement.

b) If you work for multiple employers, and none are owned or operated by a Health Authority, submit your reimbursement request to the employer where you work the most hours.

c) If you work only for Menno Place, please follow the instructions below:

  • Complete the Nursing Reimbursement Form. If you did not receive an email with the form, please contact People and Culture.
  • Email the completed form, along with your receipt and proof of BCCNM registration, to Rachel.Setka@mennoplace.ca by November 12, 2025.
  • Incomplete applications cannot be processed.

Please note: If you have already submitted a reimbursement request to, or received reimbursement from, another employer, you are not eligible for reimbursement through Menno Place. Duplicate or ineligible reimbursements are subject to recovery.

Thank you for your attention to this matter and for ensuring timely submission.

Educational Seminars – Managing Stress & Achieving Balance

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To: All Menno Place Staff
Subject: Educational Seminars – Managing Stress & Achieving Balance

Menno Place is pleased to share an opportunity for all staff to participate in upcoming online educational seminars offered by HEABC and LifeMark Health.

These seminars focus on promoting well-being, resilience, and healthy workplace practices — valuable for anyone seeking to enhance balance and coping strategies in both work and personal life.

Participation in these sessions is voluntary and is not employer-paid. Staff who wish to attend are encouraged to register. If you are working at the time of the seminars, please seek Manager approval.

Workshop 1: Managing Stress and Achieving Balance

Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.  OR 12:30 p.m. – 1:15 p.m.
Registration Deadline: November 18, 2025

🔗 Click here to learn more and register

Workshop 2: Achieving Balance or Understanding Depression

Date: Thursday, December 4, 2025
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. OR 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Registration Deadline: December 2, 2025

🔗 Click here to learn more and register

These sessions are an excellent way to build practical skills for managing stress, improving self-awareness, and supporting overall mental health. Participation is encouraged and open to all interested staff.

Report your influenza vaccine choice by Nov 30, 2025

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All staff working in resident spaces are required to report their decision on whether or not to receive the flu shot by November 30, 2025.

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2025 Dress up Day Contest Winners

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The winners for best group and best individual costume can see Loradonna Botter to claim their prizes.

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MEMO Re: Long Weekend Sick Calls – Remembrance Day

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To: All Menno Place Staff
From: Jessy Manhas
Date: November 3, 2025
Re: Long weekend Sick Calls – Remembrance Day

Dear Team,

In the past, we have noticed a pattern of increased sick calls over the long weekend, followed by staff working on the statutory holiday the next day. All staff scheduled to work during the long weekend are expected to report to their shifts as usual.

Due to this recurring pattern, we will require proof of illness/doctor’s note as per the Collective Agreement from anyone who calls in sick on November 10, 2025. Additionally, if you call in sick on November 10 and then come to work on the statutory holiday, November 11,  an investigation will be initiated by your Manager with a Shop Steward and a doctor’s note is mandatory. Failure to comply will result in disciplinary action and a risk of no sick time pay.

We appreciate your understanding and dedication to our residents’ care. Adhering to these guidelines will help ensure smooth operations throughout the long weekend.

If you have any questions or concerns, please contact your department manager.

Sincerely,

Jessy Manhas
Manager of People & Culture
604-851-1346