Important Update – Page 3 – Menno Place Team

Reminder: Menno Home Mandatory Education

March 10, 2025/in HOME, Important Update

REMINDER – The deadline is just three weeks away

In order to provide a safe and secure work environment, Menno Place is requiring all Menno Home staff to complete the Violence Prevention Modules 1-8, if you haven’t done so already. This applies to ALL MENNO HOME STAFF, direct and non-direct care staff. This is paid education time.

The final deadline for all staff to complete the modules is March 31, 2025.

You can access and complete the modules on SURGE Learning. If you’re unsure of your username or password, please contact Rachel Setka, HR Generalist, at Rachel.Setka@mennoplace.ca.

You can find more information in the original post here: https://mennoplacestaff.com/menno-home-mandatory-violence-prevention-education/

Did you celebrate a special woman on International Women’s Day?

March 9, 2025/in Important Update

Did you celebrate a special woman on International Women’s Day?

Daylight Savings Time Begins March 9th

March 7, 2025/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

Daylight Savings Time begins on Sunday, March 9th at 2AM. Please adjust your clocks accordingly.

The transition to Daylight Saving Time (DST) in the spring, commonly known as “springing forward,” involves setting clocks ahead by one hour. This change can disrupt our internal body clocks, leading to various health and safety concerns. In consideration of your well-being, we would like you to be aware of the following risks of Daylight Savings Time.

Risks Associated with Spring Daylight Saving Time:

Sleep Disruption: Losing an hour of sleep can disturb circadian rhythms, resulting in fatigue, reduced alertness, and decreased cognitive performance.
Increased Risk of Cardiovascular Events: Studies have observed a rise in heart attacks and strokes following the spring DST transition, potentially due to sleep deprivation and circadian misalignment.
Higher Accident Rates: The shift has been linked to a 6% increase in fatal traffic accidents, particularly during morning commutes when drivers are adjusting to the time change.
Mood Disturbances: Disrupted sleep patterns can exacerbate mental health issues, including depression and anxiety.

Strategies to Mitigate These Challenges:

Gradual Schedule Adjustment: In the days leading up to DST, go to bed 15–20 minutes earlier each night to help your body acclimate to the upcoming time change.
Morning Light Exposure: Seek natural sunlight in the morning to help realign your circadian rhythm. Light exposure plays a crucial role in regulating sleep-wake cycles.
Maintain Consistent Sleep Hygiene: Establish a calming bedtime routine, avoid caffeine and electronic devices before bed, and create a restful sleep environment to enhance sleep quality.
Prioritize Safety: Be extra cautious during activities that require full alertness, such as driving, especially in the days immediately following the time change.

Join One of Two New JOHS Subcommittees

March 6, 2025/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

Are you interested in supporting health and safety initiatives here at Menno Place? The Menno Home Joint Occupational Health and Safety committee (JOHS) is inviting employees to join one of two new subcommittees. No prior experience is required.

The two new committees are:

Musculoskeletal Injury and Violence Prevention Committee (MSI/VP)
Wellness Committee

The goal of the MSI/VP subcommittee is to foster a proactive and supportive environment that minimizes musculoskeletal injuries and promotes employee well-being. The subcommittee will be led by a JOHS representative.

Primary responsibilities of the MSI/VP subcommittee will include:

conducting risk assessments
developing prevention strategies
providing training

The primary responsibilities of the Wellness committee will be to promote employee wellbeing by developing and implementing programs that support physical, mental and emotional health for employees, providing health resources etc.

If you would like to be considered for either of these committees please fill out the form below.

Fill out my online form.

Menno Apartments – HEU-CBA – Phased In Approach

March 6, 2025/in Apartments, Important Update

To: All Menno Apartments Staff
From: Jessy Manhas
Date: March 13, 2025
Re: MENNO APARTMENTS – HEU-CBA – PHASED IN APPROACH

The HEU-CBA Agreement will be initiated at Menno Apartments with a phased in approach. Phase I will be effective March 25, 2025. This includes all non-monetary provisions.

You can find the HEU-CBA Agreement on the HEU website at: https://heu.org/collective-agreements/community-health/menno-apartments . The next phases will be communicated once an agreement is made with the union.

If you have any questions, you can contact the Chief Shop Steward, Megan Wadham at mewadham@telus.net.

Regards,
Jessy Manhas
Manager of People and Culture

Welcome to Sukhdeep and Rupinder – Payroll Business Partners!

March 3, 2025/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

We are excited to introduce two new members to our finance team! Please join us in extending a warm welcome to Sukhdeep and Rupinder as Payroll Business Partners at Menno Place.

Violence Prevention Workshop

February 28, 2025/in Education, Important Update, Violence Prevention

Learn practical applications to identify risk factors of violence and de-escalation techniques at a Violence Prevention Workshop on Monday, March 10, 2025. Space is limited. Register soon!

2024 T4 Slips and Important Employee Information

February 27, 2025/in Apartments, HOME, HOSPITAL, Important Update

Dear Menno Place Employees,

Earlier this week, your 2024 T4 slips were emailed to the same address on file for your payroll pay notification.

Please note the following:

If you worked for multiple locations (Home, Hospital, Apartments, or MBS), you will receive separate T4 slips for each location.
If you worked in a regular line or casually, you will receive separate T4 slips for both regular and casual work.

Important Reminder: The password to open your T4 slip is the same as the password used to access your payroll pay notifications.

MPP pension adjustment (PA) statements were mailed by Canada Post last week to employees who have not opted for electronic delivery from MPP.

Make sure your personal information is up to date

We also want to remind you of the importance of keeping your personal information up to date.

Please notify us of any changes to your address, phone number, marital status, or personal tax credit eligibility (TD1 form).
To update your contact information, please visit: MennoPlaceStaff.com/update-contact

Thank you for your work in providing excellent resident and family-centred care as Menno Place.