NEW ComVida Colour Legend
These colors indicate site location across notifications, the bidding board, and the schedule page.
MEMO: Second Vacation Requests Reminder
MEMO
To: All Menno Home, Hospital and Apartments Staff
Date: November 28, 2025
Re: Submission of Second and Subsequent Vacation Choices
Menno Home, Hospital and Apartments staff,
This is a friendly reminder that all second subsequent vacation requests must be submitted by December 1, 2025. This includes ALL remaining vacation hours with the exception of 5 days.
Only a maximum of (5) days may be left unscheduled, BUT must be booked by August 1, 2026 (if not, Staffing will assign, and no changes will be made).
If the Staffing Department does not receive your second and subsequent vacation requests, they will randomly assign vacation dates.
All BCNU Members – Menno Apartments and Menno Home
To: All BCNU Members – Menno Apartments and Menno Home
This bulletin is to keep our nursing staff informed regarding the transition to the British Columbia Nurses’ Union (BCNU).
Menno Home and Terrace East at Menno Apartments were certified under BCNU as of April 08, 2025. A contract has been signed as of November 25, 2025, with the Union.
The effective dates of the implementation are:
Menno Apartments – November 16, 2025
Menno Home – November 23, 2025
As per the contract, all eligible nurses are to be transferred from the current benefits provider to the Health Benefit Trust (HBT) effective December 01, 2025.
Your benefits with Empire Life will be terminated effective November 30, 2025.
HBT is in the process of setting up your new benefits. During this transition period, employees may need to pay for eligible prescriptions and services out of pocket. Please keep all receipts—you will be able to submit them for reimbursement once your coverage is fully active.
Next Steps:
We will share further details, including the new carrier contact information and instructions for submitting claims as soon as the transition is complete.
Thank you
You can download a PDF of this bulletin here: HR Bulleting Vol 2025.06 – All BCNU Members – Menno Apartments and Menno Home
MEMO: ComVida Walk-In Support Nov 29, 30, Dec 1 & 3
To: All Menno Home, Apartments and Hospital staff.
Date: November 28, 2025
Subject: ComVida Walk-In Support Available Nov 29, 30, Dec 1 & 3
This memo is to inform all staff of the upcoming ComVida Walk-In Support sessions available at both Staffing Offices located in Menno Hospital W1 by People and Culture. Staff may drop in during the times listed below for assistance with ComVida access.
Schedule:
Saturday, November 29, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Sunday, November 30, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Monday, December 1, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Wednesday, December 3, 2025
11:00 AM – 12:00 PM
If you cannot attend any of these sessions and have questions regarding ComVida access, please connect with your department manager.
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All staff should have received their new ComVida username via email on November 26, 2025. The new usernames are to be used effective Friday November 28, 2025.
All call outs except after hour call outs will be done through ComVida.
If you did not receive your new username, please contact:
Jessy Manhas: jessy.manhas@mennoplace.ca
Or
Sourajita Panda: sourajita.panda@mennoplace.ca
Christmas Door Decorating Contest 2025!
The Christmas Door Decorating contest continues for 2025! We will have a prize for the best team door and the best individual door.
The contest will run from December 1st to 15th.
How to Enter:
- Gather your team (or go solo) and decorate a door. Please make sure that the door remains safe (ie can open, close, and lock as usual) and do not block any necessary sightlines.
- Take a photo and send it to Claire.Colvin [at] MennoPlace.ca along with the names of the people who worked on the door and your location on campus.
- Please submit your photos of your team or individual Christmas doors no later than 4 pm on December 15th.
Winners will be announced by Thursday, December 18th.
Happy Decorating!
Here are some of last year’s entries (including the winning entry!) for inspiration:
Let’s rise to lift others this #GivingTuesday
Together, we can enhance the dignity, comfort, and safety of residents and staff at Menno Place.
ComVida Update: Easier Log In Process Starts Nov 27
MEMO
To: Menno Home, Hospital and Apartments Staff
Date: November 25, 2025
Subject: ComVida Updates
Dear Staff,
This memo is to inform you of upcoming changes to ComVida.
Please note that ComVida will be temporarily unavailable on Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 4:00 pm to 7:00 pm due to system updates.
We are pleased to share that we have taken your feedback to the ComVida team and worked collaboratively to enhance the software and address several concerns raised by staff.
Some of the key concerns included:
- Having to log in with multiple usernames if cross-hired
- Not receiving notifications on the mobile app in a timely manner
- Having to complete first-time registration through the web browser
As of November 21, 2025, staff can now register their accounts directly through the ComVida mobile app.
We are also happy to announce that each employee has been assigned a unique username. This means you will no longer need multiple logins to access schedules across different sites if you are cross-hired. All notifications for vacant shifts—as well as your work schedule—will now be available under one profile.
This memo is a friendly reminder to watch for an important email from People and Culture this week. That email will include your new username, along with steps to ensure you remain connected and fully set up.
Once you receive your new username:
- Please log in to ComVida using the new username. This can be done no earlier than Thursday, November 27, 2025, at 7:00 pm.
- Your password will remain the same.
- Ensure notifications are turned on in the ComVida mobile app so you continue receiving real-time alerts.
- There is no need to delete or reinstall the mobile app.
Please note:
- The new username logins take effect Friday, November 28, 2025.
- Daily shift callouts will resume in ComVida on December 1, 2025.
If you do not receive your new username by November 27, 2025:
- Check your junk or spam folder.
- If you still do not see the email, please email jessy.manhas [at] mennoplace.ca with your employee number and the site you work at.
Thank you again for your valuable feedback and for your patience as we continue improving our systems to better support you.
Regards,
Jessy Manhas, CPHR
Report It Before It Hurts: The Power of Early Reporting
See something? Say something, it could save a colleague from injury.
Many WorkSafeBC claims start small, a sore wrist, a minor strain, or an “it’s nothing” moment. But these early warning signs often turn into long-term injuries if they go unreported.
Why early reporting matters:
- It helps prevent minor issues from becoming serious injuries.
- It allows supervisors to fix hazards quickly.
- It ensures you get access to modified duties or medical support right away.
- It keeps our WorkSafe costs down by reducing time-loss claims.
How to take action:
- Report all injuries, near misses, and hazards immediately to your supervisor.
- Complete an incident report, even for small issues.
- Encourage your peers to do the same, it’s a sign of strength, not weakness.
Every report is a step toward a safer, stronger workplace.
Dementia Series – Educational Session on December 5th
We are pleased to invite you to the first session of our Dementia Series, an educational program designed to enhance understanding and support for individuals living with dementia.
📅 Date: Friday, December 5th
🕥 Time: 10:30 a.m.
📍 Location: Menno Hospital Chapel
👩⚕️ Presenter: Dr. Atul Nanda, Geriatric Psychiatrist
Dr. Nanda will lead this informative session, offering valuable insights into dementia care and management. We strongly encourage family participants to attend this session and benefit from Dr. Nanda’s expertise.
We look forward to your participation.
Kind regards,
Smitha Varghese, Director of care, Menno Home and Hospital
