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Semiahmoo House Society 15306 24th Avenue Surrey, BC V4A 2J1 604-536-1242
www.uniti4all.com
PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS
TOGETHER WE’RE STRONGER
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Contents
Contents ...... 2 Ownership Statement and Our Ends (Mission) ...... 3 Our Board and Leadership Team 2019 – 2020 ...... 4 Board Chair’s Report ...... 5 Semiahmoo House Society Report ...... 7 Self-Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS) Report 2019-2020 ...... 13 Inclusive Living Services Report ...... 15 Community Services Report ...... 18 Innovation and Employment Services Report ...... 24 Human Resources Report ...... 28 Nomination Committee Report ...... 30 Board Member Appointments and Terms ...... 30 Development Report for The Semiahmoo Foundation ...... 31 Auditor’s Report ...... 34 Thank You, Our Generous Donors! ...... 35 The Bollywood Dreams Gala ...... 45 Thank You, Inclusive Business Partners! ...... 46 In Memoriam ...... 47 An Inclusive Community Values All People! ...... 48
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Ownership Statement and Our Ends (Mission)
Semiahmoo House Society Ownership Statement
The owners of Semiahmoo House Society are the people of the community.
Our Ends (Mission)
Semiahmoo House Society exists so that:
People with disabilities live self-directed lives in the community at a justifiable cost and are valued members of the community:
1. People are valued members of society 1.1 People perform different social roles 1.2 People are respected 1.3 People live in integrated environments 1.4 People participate in the life of the community 1.5 People are leaders
2. People decide how they live their lives, and make informed choices: 2.1 People are connected to personal support networks 2.2 People have intimate relationships 2.3 People choose where and with whom they live 2.4 People choose their work 2.4.1 People should have paid employment opportunities 2.4.2 People have volunteer opportunities 2.4.3 People have entrepreneurial opportunities 2.5 People choose and use their environments 2.5.1 People choose services 2.5.2 People have recreational opportunities 2.5.3 People have travel opportunities 2.6 People have educational opportunities 2.7 People have opportunities to explore spiritual needs
3. The rights of people are protected 3.1 People are safe 3.2 People have the best possible health 3.3 People exercise rights 3.4 People are treated fairly 3.5 People are free from abuse and neglect 3.6 People experience continuity and security 3.7 People decide when to share personal information 3.8 The community is aware of the universal rights of people
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Our Board and Leadership Team 2019 – 2020
Board of Directors
Bea Hadikin, Chair Nicole Russell, Vice-Chair
Linda Annis, Member Teresita Aristizabal, Member Catherine Ferguson, Member Rich Gorman, Member Ian Jarvis, Member Colleen McGoff Dean, Member Marie Sabine, Member David Ure, Member Madison VanOene, Member
Board Administration
Diane Nimmo, Executive Administration Manager
Leadership Team
Doug Tennant, Chief Executive Officer Lise Boughen, Director of Inclusive Living Services Elizabeth Deschenes, Director of Community Services Seema Tripathi, Director of Employment and Innovative Services Stephanie Green, Director of Human Resources Ellen Powell, Director of Finance Louise Tremblay, Director of Development (The Semiahmoo Foundation)
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Board Chair’s Report
I recently read the popular novel ‘American Dirt’ by Jeanine Cummins. Cummins has a European background, identifies as white, and grew up in a military environment. Reflecting on her decision to write a book about migrant Mexicans, she said, ‘If you’re a person who has the capacity to be a bridge, why not be a bridge?’ And, indeed, why not? In the context of our various relationships with UNITI, we can all tell our stories, educate those who don’t know about or understand the challenges and successes of people with disabilities, and make the world more user-friendly for all. I am exceedingly proud to chair the Board of Directors for Semiahmoo House Society and to contribute to an ethical, progressive, and person-centered organization. Being a community ‘bridge’ is both an honor and a privilege. UNITI is a partnership of three affiliated societies that have provided inclusive community services for over 60 years throughout Surrey and White Rock: Semiahmoo House Society (programs and support), Peninsula Estates Housing (affordable and inclusive housing), and The Semiahmoo Foundation (recognition, relationships, and resources).
On the UNITI Board of Directors, there are twelve creative and capable members who take their roles as stewards of this organization extremely seriously. We hold regular meetings and participate in educational events and community outreach. At every formal meeting, we review our ‘Ends’, the overarching goals for all decisions, and provide input and feedback to guide and support senior management. I am grateful to Board members for their commitment, insight, and vision. Thank you! Thanks, as well, to Executive Administration Manager, Diane Nimmo, for her excellent administrative support.
Last October, the Board held its annual Board/Management retreat. The purpose was to build strong relationships and refine our goals. Members participated in professional development on person-centered thinking. We learned how this approach is empowering, empathic, and respectful in all settings and, in particular, when working with people with disabilities. When we seek to understand with genuine curiosity, we build positive relationships and celebrate individuality. In that way, we can support people to achieve the life they want.
In November, the Board hosted ‘The Bollywood Gala of Dreams’ - a food and entertainment extravaganza that raised $60,000 for inclusive community services and performed important outreach into the South Asian community. One highlight was Board Member Madison VanOene’s moving speech about her life and her contributions to society. Bravo!
Unfortunately, because of the global pandemic, we postponed this year’s major fundraiser and our annual ‘Food for Thought’ dinner, where we ‘break bread’ and talk with our ‘owners’. As well, we had to reschedule our jointly- sponsored ‘roast’ of Gordie Hogg who has been a long-time friend and strong supporter of UNITI programs and people. The Inclusion BC Conference, where UNITI was a host, was also postponed. Like the rest of the world, we adjust and adapt.
The Board continues to meet although now it is on Zoom. UNITI CEO Doug Tennant has kept us aware and regularly informed of the organization’s response to COVID-19 as we preceded through Phases 1, 2, and 3. There were daily management meetings, timely communication with staff and people we support and their families, and extensive consultation. Although it looked different than in the past, UNITI provided learning and social engagement through its online campus and thoughtful outreach. With a set of clear foundational principles guiding all planning and decision- making, we adhered to provincial standards for a careful and safe phase-in of services. Doug and his team have been kind, calm, and focused in the face of uncertainty. The Board is grateful for the quality leadership demonstrated by Doug, program managers, and all staff.
While the pandemic has been foremost in our minds and hearts for the last five months, there have also been some milestones and magic at UNITI and all three organizations. Through the formal accreditation process, UNITI has been recognized as an important leader in supporting people with developmental disabilities and their families. The Council on Accreditation visiting team completed its on-site external evaluation last November after a focused review of our
5 | P a g e stellar self-study led by staff member Lindsay Green. The accreditors acknowledged the overwhelming success of all programs and services. We not only met the standards, we exceeded them! In addition, it was confirmed that we are meeting our Ends as revealed by direct feedback from accreditation documents, manager reports, multiple surveys (our own and CLBC), and a plethora of anecdotal evidence.
In November, as well, I had the pleasure of serving as a scribe for the Self Advocates of Semiahmoo who met with Shane Simpson, Minister of Social Development and Poverty Reduction. The Self Advocates (organized by facilitator Alex Magnussen) shared their insights on accessibility legislation being developed in 2020. They were articulate, passionate, and completely engaged in the process. Minister Simpson said that he was determined to follow the guideline of ‘nothing about us without us’ to ensure all voices are heard. Of course, this was not the first time that the Self Advocates have demonstrated their leadership in the public forum. In July 2019, they approached White Rock City Council seeking help for increased accessibility to the beach for those with mobility issues. The motion (drafted by former Mayor and current UNITI Board Member Catherine Ferguson) was unanimously approved. Ferguson said ‘This is all about safety, inclusion and access, and doing the right thing’.
Capitalizing on the success of Chorus, the affordable and inclusive apartment, developed and managed by UNITI and opened in 2016, we are proceeding with a redevelopment project a few blocks away. Named Harmony, the new 91 unit apartment will also be affordable and inclusive. It is located near transit and services, has extensive green space and an attractive design that integrates well into the neighborhood. Watch for news and updates as this exciting and much-needed project is launched.
The Semiahmoo Foundation experienced some significant staff changes in 2020. Louise Tremblay, with whom the Board worked closely, left her position in June to become Executive Director of the Seniors Come Share Society. We wish her well but will miss her innovative thought and positive energy. Also, Larry Shareski, staff ambassador, who was often found working side by side with Louise, has formally retired. Congratulations!
Thanks to all volunteers, donors, and people in the community who support the work of UNITI. Our programs and services are enhanced and extended with your input and contributions. This, combined with an exemplary staff and dedicated leadership, makes our organization truly great.
Respectfully submitted,
Bea Hadikin Chair
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Semiahmoo House Society Report
The Ends (mission) of UNITI partner Semiahmoo House Society (SHS) are to achieve the following:
Global End: People with disabilities live self-directed lives in the community at a justifiable cost: 1. People are valued members of society; 2. People decide how they live their lives, and make informed choices; 3. The rights of people are protected.
During the fiscal year of April 1st, 2019, to March 31, 2020, SHS used our resources to work towards achieving our Ends. Late in the fiscal year, the additional challenge of the COVID-19 pandemic caused an adaptation of our services to ensure that we continued to achieve our Ends in drastically changed circumstances.
Elsewhere in this annual report you will read about the challenges and achievements in SHS’s operational departments: Employment and Innovative Services, led by Seema Tripathi; Community Services, led by Liz Deschenes; and Inclusive Living Services, led by Lise Boughen. These three directors have done tremendous work as we have redesigned some of our services to meet the needs of the people we support and the community. In my report I will comment on the big picture, specifically on the achievement of our Ends, our 2019 Accreditation, and what we need to do to continue to improve as an organization.
In 2019 our third annual Ends Consultation, led by the Self-Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS), focused on Ends 3:
3. The rights of people are protected: 3.1 People are safe 3.2 People have the best possible health 3.3 People exercise rights 3.4 People are treated fairly 3.5 People are free from abuse and neglect 3.6 People experience continuity and security 3.7 People decide when to share personal information 3.8 The community is aware of the universal rights of all people
Our Board creates the SHS’s Ends after consulting with our “owners,” who they have defined as “members of the community.” It is my job to ensure that the Ends are achieved and that the SHS’s resources are used exclusively for the achievement of our Ends. In order to understand if we are achieving our Ends, SAS members, with the support of SHS staff, consult with people we support in all of our services. This year they consulted with 102 people. Once the consultation report was completed, an Ends 3 Recommendation Committee, again led by SAS members, come up with recommendations for the organization and delivers these to me. I, in turn, share the Ends 3 Report with the Board and ensure that the recommendations are reviewed and made part of our strategic plan.
I believe that the process will only be genuine when we are made to feel uncomfortable and the tension that we face when we examine where we could be doing better as an organization is necessary to truly move forward.
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We learned from the Ends 3 consultations that staff and supporters are doing a good job helping people stay healthy, safe and free from harm; of advocating for people; and our community is becoming more welcoming and supportive of people with disabilities.
We also learned the following:
➢ People want and need knowledge and understanding. What we know and do as service providers versus what the people the organization supports don’t know in relation to operations, policies, procedures, practices, language and systems. This learning reflects the continued need to empower people with knowledge in order to foster equality and citizenship…to foster a culture of “power with versus power over”.
➢ People want and need knowledge, education and opportunities related to the overarching Ends “The Rights of People are Protected” and all the sub Ends connected to rights.
➢ As from previous years, people continue to tell us they want to be involved and included more often in decisions and practices that affect their lives.
➢ People who don’t use words to communicate and/or use wheelchairs don’t always have the same opportunities as other people SHS supports.
➢ People need to be having more conversations about people getting older and/or their parents and supporters
getting older.
➢ Recruitment continues to be an important topic for people who have paid support in their lives.
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Next Steps from Ends 3 Recommendations
The Ends 3 Recommendations have been reviewed and incorporated into the SHS Strategic Directions and will be addressed as we continue to improve SHS and work to achieve our Ends.
The full report and recommendations can be found here: https://uniti4all.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/ENDS-3-Consultation-Report-2019- 2020-PDF.pdf
Accreditation One of the most valuable reviews of our performance comes every four years through our accreditation process, overseen by the Council on Accreditation (COA). This process is necessary, enlightening, and, at times, all encompassing. Accreditation is on-going, and every four years a team of expert accreditors visit our services and programs for a period of four days to review, in person, the work that we do. Prior to their visit, we gather together reams of evidence and write narratives that demonstrate how we comply with their rigorous administrative and service delivery standards. Everyone in the organization participates, in one way or another, in the accreditation process, which was led this year by Lindsay Green. Lindsay’s creative and positive attitude made the sometimes-onerous work of gathering evidence more meaningful. In fact, she brought a competitive element to accreditation by asking us to create Game of Thrones houses for accreditation, including our own shields and heraldry.
The Houses of Accreditation at Semiahmoo House Society
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The value of COA accreditation is that it is an external expert measurement of how we are doing as an organization. I am pleased to report that we are doing very well: we are receiving expedited re-accreditation because we received no out of compliance ratings in COA’s fundamental practice standards:
COA’s program of quality improvement is designed to identify providers that have met high performance standards and have made a commitment to their stakeholders to deliver the very best quality services. COA is proud to recognize Semiahmoo House Society as one of these outstanding providers, and we wish you the very best in your continuing work with the individuals you serve. — Jody Levison-Johnson, President and CEO of the Council on Accreditation
During the Exit Meeting at the end of the three-day inspection, our accreditors, Dale Peterson, John Draude, and Annamarie Appel, noted the following about our programs and services:
Board Governance: “You have one of the soundest governance models. You do it and you do it well.”
Finance Department: “Open, honest, and transparent. The department not only meets the standards, it exceeds them.”
Human Resources Department: “One of the best trained and equipped work forces that [they] have seen in a long time. This speaks to the depth and breadth of your professionalism.”
Personal Development and Acquired Brain Injury Services: “These programs are truly person-centred, which is refreshing to see.”
Exit Meeting—Game of Thrones Style!
Family Services: “Very few organizations could pull family services off in such a respectful manner.”
Staffed Residential (Group Homes): “You are the ‘best of the best.’ The homes were colourful, delightful, nicely furnished, comfortable, welcoming and respectful to the people you serve…you could see person-centred practice in action.”
Home Share Services: “The individuals living in the homes are truly members of the family. An incredible program that should be expanded.”
Chorus Affordable and Inclusive Apartment: “Left me breathless. You should be very proud of yourselves.”
Peninsula Child Care: “Such a nurturing environment. The staff are attentive to the children.”
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Rec & Leisure Services: “The team’s energy was out of this world. Love that you are looking at the future in the right way.”
WISE Employment Services (including Transitions): “One of the best I have ever seen.”
Self-Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS): “What an amazing group of people! You really are about blending into the background and making sure that the people you support are out in front.”
Finally, the lead accreditor, Dale, stated that he noticed that we are influential on social media and suggested that after the meeting we go outside and take a picture of ourselves and post it with the caption “This is what AWESOME looks like.” We didn’t as we are modest at heart, but that was a very positive way to end our meeting.
Semiahmoo House Society is proud to have been reaccredited in such a positive manner and will continue to consult and learn as we move forward in supporting people with disabilities to be fully included in their communities.
Continuous Performance and Quality Improvement
SHS’s Performance and Quality Improvement (PQI) process gathers feedback, analyzes data, and makes recommendations for improvements and growth in achieving our Ends. The Ends 3 Consultation and Accreditation Review are examples of major PQI projects that were completed in 2019-2020.
There are also many smaller PQI projects that are completed each year using the SHS’s PQI process, which tracks performance and quality improvement projects in team meeting agendas, direct report meetings, and on a PQI Recommendations page on our ShareVision online communication system.
One example of a smaller PQI project that was completed during the fiscal year 2019-2020 is the improvement of our complaint process. We realized during our preparation for accreditation that we had not been doing a great job of identifying or tracking complaints that we occasionally receive from our stakeholders or members of the public. Our review and revision of the complaint process included the following: 1) Adding a feedback and complaint link to our website 2) Revising our complaint form, including a definition of “a formal complaint” 3) Updating our Complaint Resolution Policy 4) Training front desk associates in the new complaint process
By making PQI a part of all of our work at SHS, we hope to nurture a culture of continuous improvement that will be to the benefit of the people we support and the organization in general.
Gratitude
Semiahmoo House Society benefits greatly from the contributions of our generous community. We are blessed to have thoughtful, dedicated, and passionate Board members who give generously of their time and expertise to lead the organization by consulting with our owners (members of the community), and reviewing and revising the Ends for SHS. Board Chair Bea Hadikin leads by example at the Board table and in the community.
We would not be able to fulfil our Ends without the support of people and businesses in our community, who understand that supporting inclusion is not an act of charity, but a valuing of relationships that build a healthy society.
I am thankful to the senior staff team who lead by example and dedicate themselves to developing services that achieve the SHS’s Ends. Lise Boughen, Director of Inclusive Living, ensures that people supported in staffed residential homes, shared living arrangements, and independent supported living arrangements are able to experience life and have the same rights as other British Columbians. Lise also did an exceptional job of ensuring that SHS had
11 | P a g e the Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) that was needed for the safety of people we support and staff members by spending many hours tracking down such equipment during February and March. Liz Deschenes, Director of Community Services, continues to lead Community Services through service redesign with integrity and compassion. Stephanie Green, Director of Human Resources, ensures that our departments have staff members who are person- centred and who receive the training they need to be leaders in the field. Ellen Powell, Director of Finance, oversees the financial systems of not just SHS but also UNITI partners Peninsula Estates Housing Society and The Semiahmoo Foundation. Louise Tremblay, Director of Development, helped us reach out to our community with our successful Gala of Bollywood Dreams. I wish Louise in her new role as the Executive Director of Seniors Come Share Society—a well-deserved appointment. Seema Tripathi, Director of Employment and Innovative Services, continues to lead the expansion of our employment services and development of creative services such as the Culinary Arts program. We are fortunate to have this dedicated team listening to our stakeholders and leading the change that we need as we move forward as an organization and as a community.
I’m grateful to Diane Nimmo, Executive Administrative Manager, for her support of the Board and for keeping me on track throughout the year.
SHS’s managers, supervisors, and front-line staff members do exceptional work in a compassionate and creative manner. They are the ones who have the greatest impact in a day-to-day manner in the lives of the people we support. I am very appreciative of their contributions.
And finally, the support we receive from volunteers, donors, and our community allows us to create services that meet the needs of the people we support at a time when funding does not fully cover the type of services that we want to offer. Thank you all for your support.
SHS’s COVID-19 Pandemic Response
While the majority of SHS’s COVID-19 pandemic response has occurred after the March 31, 2020 fiscal year-end, it would be disingenuous to not mention the changed world that we now live in. SHS was active in preparing for the crisis in February and March—gathering PPE, changing shifts in group homes, and supporting people to be safe and home when Dr. Bonnie Henry told BCers to stay home. Families and home share providers changed their lives to make this happen as well. I’m writing this part of my report in July of 2020, while BC and SHS are in Phase 3 of our re-opening, but I fully expect that COVID-19 will make a comeback in the fall and we will again have to step up our safety protocols. All of our decisions from the very beginning of this crisis have been guided by our five COVID-19 Principles:
1) All our decisions will be made with the safety of the people we support and our staff members being our first priority
2) We will support people with disabilities to have the same right to safety as all other citizens in BC
3) We are person-centred and will adapt our services to support people in the way that is best for them, given safety and resource realities
4) We are open-minded and will revise our plans when new information suggests this
5) We will be responsible with taxpayer funds and will use alternate resources when necessary in our response
These will continue to be our principles as we support people during these difficult times.
Respectfully submitted,
Doug Tennant Chief Executive Officer
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Self-Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS) Report 2019-2020
SAS participated in and hosted over 70 events and consultations.
Federal • Enabling Accessibility Fund—SAS was the organization that collabo- rated with youth Rochelle Prasad, to get noise cancelling head- phones for the Surrey School District 36. • SAS hosted a All Candidates Mixer for the federal election. 4 SAS members spoke and Alexander Magnussen emceed. • Election “I am Voting Campaign” videos, pictures
Provincial
➢ SAS supported the planned provincial accessible legislation by hosting funded consultations.
➢ SAS creates a provincial organization to better support advocacy in the province and for SAS members to receive mentorship. This group is called the Self Advocate Leadership Network, SALN. In response to COVID- 19, SAS and SALN have created a podcast series called, Positive
➢ Awareness, aand news-sheets. www. UNITI4ALL.com.
➢ Community Living BC Magazine features the lives of 3 SAS members
➢ SAS joins Special Olympics Champions for Inclusive Health
➢ Health Forum City of Surrey and Special Olympics
➢ 3 SAS members join provincial working groups
➢ MyPita Conference for teachers in BC. SPEAKtacular hosts a workshop on the benefits of having a speech club in your classroom.
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Local SAS creates COVID-19 short public service announcements. SAS partners with the City of Surrey to bring beach wheelchair to Crescent Beach. Previous Mayor, Catherine Ferguson, and SAS win at White Rock Council. City commits to safe, accessible access points along the waterfront. SAS supported UNITI video and creates their own. SAS annual New to You Clothing Sale White Rock/South Surrey Supports local Special Olympics Winter Athlete and SAS member SPEAKtacular Toastmasters Club Chartered in July Community Leaders Igniting Change, SFU
The Community Asks SAS
City of Surrey
➢ SAS invited to join the Measuring Up Committee ➢ Community Public Engagement Strategy Consultations ➢ SAS invited to join the Measuring Up Committee ➢ Community Public Engagement Strategy Consultations ➢ SAS attends SSWR Chamber COVID-19 Townhall ➢ Equally Empowered is in it’s 4th year ➢ Inclusion BC Strategic Planning ➢ Ends consultations ➢ SFU Masters Student Sarah Fisher asks SAS to direct and support her as she looks at ways to support people with disabilities in a counselling environment.
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Inclusive Living Services Report
Chorus Apartment
It is hard to believe this August will be four years since the beginning of Chorus! The growth we have seen in each person has been amazing. We have made many different shifts over the years as people and circumstances change. The balance between too much support and too little is something we always battle with. Working through what makes a good life, what is important to and important for each person is what we are searching for. This year we have focused on individuals taking the lead in planning their own activities, life skills and schedules with the assistance of support team rather than these activities being planned for them.
The team has created a great review system for individuals and families to assess how things are doing by looking at all perspectives, assessing what’s working what’s not, reviewing who is doing what, creating bright ideas, completing communication agreements and much more.
This year tenants were given the opportunity to evaluate the staffing team through a process called Popcorn, Pop and Payback! Tenants were asked to evaluate staff anonymously. Every staff member had a poster with their name on it. Tenants would then put sticky notes for their comments, messages, evaluation, things that the staff member was doing great at and areas for improvement. The output of this process was then incorporated into the team members’ annual evaluation. This was well received by all.
Staff training occurred in the following areas: rent smart educator, sex ed circuit, mental health first aid, Canada Food Guide training, privacy laws – Nidus Representation Agreements, cyber security training.
Showcasing the Chorus model through videos has been an important part of spreading the word about independent living. Videos featuring Chorus and individuals have been My Life My Community, Key to my apartment video project and COVID 19 proper PPE donning and doffing.
Bobbie Hall has been on maternity leave since June 2019, Jasper Macabulos has filled in for her as program manager. We thank Jasper for stepping in at this time to keep the team moving forward while Bobbie is away.
We continue to receive endless calls about Chorus this year. People want to know how they can access this resource. We are asked regularly if we are building more apartments for others to be a part of. The answer to that question is we are definitely working on it, it is in our short- and long -term plan! Harmony here we come!
Community Support Network
Currently we hold 86 home share contracts and life skills development contracts.
Things we celebrated this year:
➢ The ability to welcome an aging individual unable to be supported in her home share into one of our group homes. Continuity of support is imperative to SHS when needs change, we were grateful of the timing to be able to continue to support an individual’s changing needs. ➢ Home share providers luncheon and dinner recognition – a time to celebrate our contractors for all that they do. ➢ Person moved from home share to independent living!!! The ultimate goal ➢ Retro payments for some home share providers
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Challenges this year continue to be:
➢ Scarcity of qualified applicants for home share ➢ Aging home share providers, retirement starting to occur ➢ Aging of people, we support – limited housing options when home share is no longer an option for support when health and mobility needs are changing. ➢ Recruiting for CSN liaison
The pandemic began mid-March, with the closure of community inclusion programs this has placed additional pressure on home share providers that rely on day services.
Group Homes
Semiahmoo House Society currently has 5 group homes that support 21 amazing people.
Support teams strive to meet the needs, wants and dreams of each individual. Areas we continue to work on this year are according to Include Me domains:
➢ emotional well-being – contentment, self-concept, lack of stress ➢ interpersonal relations – interactions, relationships, supports ➢ material well-being – financial status, employment, housing ➢ personal development – education, personal competence, performance ➢ physical well-being – health and health care, activities of daily living, leisure ➢ self-determination – autonomy, personal control, personal goals, choices ➢ social inclusion – community integration and participation, roles, supports ➢ rights – legal, human (respect, dignity, equality)
In June 2019 we completed our restructuring plan for our group homes. We started the plan with a manager supervising two homes and gradually changed to having a program coordinator in each home who supervises the home and also works online. We have found this model of supervising superior as each program coordinator knows the individuals intimately and works alongside their team in every way. They are able to lead by experience, completing the same work their support team is involved in. We are so grateful for Amal Hana, Chery Coueffin, Emagene Rhine, Kathy Gerard and Kawaljot Bal! They are doing a great job!
Big thank you also goes out to Christy Benson who took on a temporary position as program coordinator during a maternity leave. Christy’s eagerness and determination to take on the position was greatly appreciated! We thank you for all that you did to get us through the year Christy!
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This year did not pass without us experiencing great loss. Our hearts broke to say goodbye to Nicole Doubleday, Ariis Knight and Bobby Anderson. These three people will be deeply missed, they have been loved beyond measure by the teams who have supported and loved them well.
We wouldn’t be able to celebrate all the growth and development if it weren’t for the dedicated support staff we have at SHS. Without each and every one of you things wouldn’t be the same. Thank you for continually giving of yourselves in order to make the lives of others more enriched. We could not do it without you! You are appreciated!
Kudos go out to all the teams this year from COA, our site visit was a great success with many wonderful compliments coming from the site reviewers.
Respectfully submitted,
Lise Boughen Director of Inclusive Living
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Community Services Report
Community Services (CS) is an ever-changing entity. The Re-design has taken us on an interesting journey with many twists and turns. Each new experience and challenge has inspired the CS team to be more creative, flexible and adaptable. This has been especially true with the recent COVID -19 developments. The learning curve this past year has been immense and we don’t expect it, nor do we want it, to stop.
The employment component of CS grew exponentially. As it took on a life of its own, SHS made a WISE decision to make an organizational shift to reflect a stronger focus on employment. As a result, a new department called Employment and Innovative Services was created to encompass all employment related services under the directorship of Seema Tripathi. All though CS was saddened by Seema’s departure from the team; we were equally pleased with her new role and the prospect of future collaborations between CS and her new department.
Brianna Hopaluk, in her role as Manager of Community Services has played an instrumental role in developing a united front for several of the CS programs by amalgamating services to promote a more collaborative approach to service delivery. Brianna and Jill Glennie, SHS Community Development Advisor collaborated on the development of the On-line Campus. This virtual platform was created to provide activities, experiences and learning opportunities for all SHS people to access while at home during the COVID -19 pandemic. We were most fortunate to receive a grant from The Vancouver Foundation to develop this new project.
Along with the many new opportunities, there were also obstacles and challenges that arose, one being the very difficult decision to close Peninsula Child Care. CS and Rec & Leisure Services said good-bye to Lindsay Green, whom recently has taken on a new role as Quality Improvement Specialist following her secondment as Accreditation Project Manager. The entire CS team did an excellent job preparing for Accreditation and was pleased with the favourable results. They also welcomed the recommendations for improvement and look forward to implementing new processes this coming year.
Where CS lost, there were also positive gains such as the addition of Community Development and Family services. In addition, new Life Coach and Program Coordinator (North Campus) positions were created and Guidance Counseling services were expanded. Of course, undoubtedly, the biggest challenge of all was adapting services to respond to the COVID -19 pandemic.
Our Community Partnerships are very important to us and CS truly values our connections with: ➢ Mount Olive Church ➢ City of Surrey ➢ YMCA ➢ Southridge School ➢ Senior’s Come Share ➢ Body and Mind ➢ Drama Class of White Rock.
Community Services – North and South Campus (formerly known as Personal Development Services and Transitions)
Through our redesign process, the people supported at both the Personal Development and Transitions sites clearly indicated through their words, actions and choices that there was a need to offer the best of all our Community Services at both locations. As Brianna began sharing so many of these popular experiences at both sites, as well as,
18 | P a g e similar resources, staff, and contractors, it made sense to change the names of our services to reflect this increased commonality. As of March 31, 2020, the program names Transitions and Personal Development were retired. Instead, service locations will now be identified as Community Services - North Campus (Newton) and Community Services - South Campus (South Surrey). This will create an opportunity for all future CS services, including R&L, The Focus Group and Discover Yourself to operate from both locations. People and community members can choose to enjoy and participant in experiences based on their schedule and location preferences.
South Campus
South Campus (SC), the largest of all the CS programs, falls under the leadership of Program Supervisor Sheri Wood, and Program Coordinators, Yvonne Zachary and Kelly Iverson. Currently there are 120 people attending this program with approximately 55 regular support staff. The main focus of SC continues to be on community inclusion through various partnerships, volunteer jobs, participating in, as well as, supporting various events at neighbourhood recreational sites, markets and senior centers. This past year Jill Glennie in her role as Community Development Advisor assisted PD by mentoring groups to become more involved in and with the community. Through Jill’s mentorship, the SC Media Class now regularly presents to all external visitors such as donors, tour groups etc. This group also regularly interviews SHS employees such as our CEO Doug Tennant for their monthly newsletter. In addition, they have attended several high-profile community events where they have met local celebrities. Jill has also established SC with selling various handmade products at local farmer’s market and through Etsy on-line sales.
Volunteering and contributing to our community play a big role in the SC service delivery. This past year, people have volunteered at: ➢ Surrey Food Bank ➢ Meals on Wheels ➢ Surrey Library ➢ B.C. Wildlife Federation ➢ LAPS ➢ Rabitat ➢ Various Thrift stores ➢ Langley Garden Senior Care Residence ➢ Southridge School
And have contributed by: ➢ Knitting and donating over 100 knitted baby hats to the maternity ward at Surrey Memorial Hospital. ➢ Creating a mosaic sign for our new donor, Elements Casino ➢ Hosting Kudoz Pop-up Caravans ➢ Teaching Saori Weaving at Morgan Place Senior Care Residence ➢ Singing and piano performances at Langley Garden Senior Care Residence and Southridge School ➢ Collaborating on various projects with Seniors Come Share
North Campus
The North Campus (NC) is under the leadership team of Program Supervisor Teresa Randle and new Program Coordinator Mat Cruickshank (formerly of Rec and Leisure Services). Mat brings with him many new and exciting ideas, all of which fit well with our re-design plans.
This past year NC has grown from 55 to 66 people. New workshops were created based on people’s interests and preferences. New to NC are community instructors such Frances Morris who instructs Yoga and Z-fit classes. The Hot Lunch program was brought back by popular demand and many more parties and celebrations were held. New equipment such as TV’s and supplies were purchased to enhance the development of service delivery.
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An off shoot of the NC called the Encore Group was created for those whom prefer an enriched life at a slower and more relaxed pace. Currently there are 14 people in this group. A huge component of the Encore Group is music. This past Christmas, they hosted a Christmas Concert at Mount Olive church for family, friends and community members. A very rewarding relationship has grown between the Encore Group and Mount Olive Church. We are very appreciative of the weekly meeting space they provide for this group. Recently a grant was awarded to the Encore Group to provide and serve lunches to up to 50 seniors once a week; however, this project is temporarily on hold due to the COVID -19 restrictions.
The Focus Group
The Focus Group which is currently located at our North Campus is a program for people who are looking to build their skills for future employment. Each Focus group consists of approximately ten people and two staff. Group members attend sessions every day of the week with the same staff where they complete group work and activities that are designed around the essential skills of employability. The Focus groups also uses a software program known as the ESAT tool, which tracks progress in these areas through staff and self-assessments. Just prior to Covid-19 restrictions two Focus groups were in progress at the North Campus. There are future plans to offer this program at the South Campus once social isolation restrictions are lifted.
Intake Hub
The Intake Hub receives referrals for all new CS service recipients. It is the home of Discover Yourself (DY), a 4-week interactive workshop designed to give each person a sample of all services offered at Semiahmoo House. This program has also been expanded to existing service recipients to provide new experiences, opportunities, build new skills, promote choices, explore new passions and reassess future goals. This past year DY sessions has been held at both campus locations and has served 32 people, 11 of whom were new referrals for both CS and WISE (employment services).
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Recreation and Leisure Services
Rec and Leisure Services (R&L) has been running smoothly and effectively thanks to the hard work and dedication of Anita Bhatti, Program Coordinator and with the support of Brianna, her current direct manager and Lindsay Green, her previous direct manager. It was difficult for Rec and Leisure to say good-bye to Lindsay; however, she left great systems and processes in place, and prepared Anita well.
Rec and Leisure have been planning and implementing many different trips over the past years, however this year Anita decided to take a different route with support from Lindsay. In February, Anita along with another staff and 4 people supported by R&L took a trip to California. What made this trip different from others was that the four ladies involved did all the planning from beginning to end; they did everything from booking the flights, Air BNB, choosing excursions and learning how to use UBER. At the end of the trip the feedback received was very positive. R&L will be planning to offer more trips like this in the future.
Rec and Leisure Highlights: ➢ Many new people attended Rec and Leisure Services this past year ➢ YMCA integrated youth camps ➢ Trips o California o Whistler o Loon Lake ➢ Introduced New Programs o Mind Body and Soul o Acting 101 – Partnership with the Drama Class of White Rock.
Family Services
Nolda Ware, Manager of Family Support Services and Person-Centred Practices provides families with a wide array of support services such as: ➢ Person Centred Planning (housing and futures planning) ➢ Resource and system navigation/advocacy. ➢ Community Inclusion – support with agency changes and needs. ➢ Ongoing support/resource (as needed) for families and people living at the Chorus Apartments. ➢ Maintaining/coordinating Chorus Apartment and UNITI housing interest list. ➢ Education, training, sessions, meetings, workshops that could be beneficial to families. ➢ Assisting with transitioning to adult services. ➢ Partnering with/working alongside CLBC.
With the support of these services, “families are being effectively empowered to help themselves and their loved ones lead independent and fulfilling lives of their own choosing.”
Recently Nolda has taken on the role of overseeing SHS Guidance Counseling Services.
Guidance Counselling
The Guidance Counselling Services provided by Shabnam Khan (M.P.C.C., R.P.C), continues to serve a valuable purpose. Referrals and requests to access this service are increasing as people learn more about this service. Shab continues to provide both private and group sessions. Topics of group sessions include: Life transitions, communication, self-esteem, relationships and planning for the future. Some group sessions are also self-directed by group members.
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As a result of COVID -19, the demand for GC services has increased due to the distresses people are experiencing as a result of the current situation. Thanks to the generosity of a Peace Arch Hospital Foundation Rapid Response Grant, SHS can now provide additional GC service hours over the next several months, as well as, expand services for all SHS service recipients, their families/supporters and SHS staff.
Community Development
Community Development Advisor Jill Glennie’s focus is on supporting the Semiahmoo Foundation, community engagement/media relations, increasing awareness about community living and promoting inclusion. This past year Jill has established several solid connections and has played an instrumental role in developing several high-profile projects (highlighted below) and has successfully showcased the gifts and talents of so many people served by SHS.
Recently Jill was tasked with a new role to act as a liaison between SHS and Kudoz South Fraser. She has supported and guided Kudoz SF with making their presence known in the community and with developing valuable connections.
Jill has assisted CS on many levels, and has worked closely with Brianna Hopaluk, CS Manager. Together they co- chaired the Community Inclusion Service Redesign Committee and most recently collaborated with the creation and development of the On-line campus in response to Covid-19 service restrictions. Community Development Highlights: ➢ Mentored and supported class creation for 3 CS South Campus classes. Highlights include interviewing Rick Hanson, modelling for LUSH cosmetics and having a Media Workshop at Lush HQ to increase Instagram presence. ➢ Presented at the Tamarack Institute International Community Change Festival. ➢ Planning Lead for 2020 Inclusion BC on behalf of UNITI and SAS, now postponed due to Covid-19. ➢ Project lead for four-year federal project, funded by the New Horizons for Seniors Program for Surrey. Project titled: Surrey SHARES where “participants will engage in goal-setting and personal growth exercises with a certified Life Coach. Concurrently, they will engage in telling stories of personal significance and learning public speaking skills with a Speaking Coach. The program culminates with all participants telling a personal story which is recorded for their use and to share with family, friends and the community.” ➢ Co-designed with SWOON Mercantile, “Love Fest” a community focused event featuring local artisans and our UNITI booth made of independent artists and classes such as Jewelry, Sewing, and Card Making.
Kudoz
This past year, SHS and Sources partnered to support the expansion of Kudoz to the South Fraser region. Kudoz is an experience-based platform that connects people in a new way to experience the community. Kudoz offers a catalogue of various experiences hosted by people who want to share their passion on a one to one level. Kudoz has recently switched to a virtual platform due to COVID -19 social distancing restrictions.
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Acquired Brian Injury Services
In the past year, Acquired Brain Injury Services (ABIS) has had significant changes. There have been many new faces at ABIS as a result of a new format for service allocation implemented by Fraser Health. With the assistance of SHS Person-Centered trainer, the team at ABIS has also been finding new and creative approaches to service delivery by increasing more person-centered techniques. ABIS staff has embraced these changes and has actively participated in all aspects. Anthony, a much loved and long-time staff left his position to attend school fulltime. Much to everyone’s delight (both staff and participants) Anthony occasionally fills in as a casual staff when needed. Everyone at ABIS provided a warm welcome to Christian, Anthony’s replacement. Christian has been a wonderful and fun addition to the ABIS family and quickly gained the approval of the participants.
ABIS highlights from this past year worthy of mention are: ➢ A much-needed wheelchair van was obtained to meet the needs of several participants ➢ New office equipment has created a more functional work space for staff ➢ Rearranged the interior set-up to create more space for service delivery ➢ A TV was purchased for the new multipurpose room ➢ A continued increase in participation by ABIS at SHS events ➢ Participants have more opportunities for Aphasia workshops on newly purchased tablets ➢ Karaoke introduced on Tuesday drop-in was a great success! ➢ Continue to offer a successful Karate program with a qualified instructor one evening a week ➢ The new games, activities and events offered are adding new life to the services ➢ Participants and their families enjoyed a Halloween dance and Holiday potluck luncheon.
Peninsula Child Care
The changes at Peninsula Child Care (PCC) began last summer when the Infant/Toddler program was closed at the end of July as a result of the on-going challenges to maintain proper staffing ratios set out by Licensing. For the past several years recruitment has been difficult, not only for PCC but for the entire child care community. This was especially true when it came to hiring Early Childhood Educators with Infant/Toddler designation.
This was followed by an even bigger decision to end SHS child care services as of June 30, 2020. SHS established processes to support staff and families with the impending changes, and provided updates as information became available by the Surrey School District. The School District was tasked with selecting a new service provider and arranging for much needed renovations.
Even after the Covid-19 closure in mid-March, SHS had hoped to remain a viable child care option for children of SHS employees and tier-one essential service workers. Once it became apparent these services were not needed, a decision was made to move up the final closure date to April 30th, 2020.
Through all of these changes and turmoil, the PCC staff under the unwavering leadership of their manager Shannon Jones, remained committed and true to their roles as child care providers. They continued to provide excellent care while showing genuine and immense compassion, empathy and support towards the children and families.
It is with a sad heart that we say good-bye to forty delightful children and their families, and of course to Shannon who has been very understanding and accepting of this difficult decision. SHS is deeply indebted to her for the strong leadership and grace she has shown while faced with so much uncertainty. We trust Shannon will have many new and exciting opportunities ahead, and we truly wish her well. Community Services is looking forward to welcoming the remaining PCC staff whom will soon be taking on new roles as Community Support Workers at both campus locations
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Innovation and Employment Services Report
“Innovation is a mixture of the old and new with a dash of surprise” Al Etmaski
Last year, we saw the creation of ‘Employment and Innovative Services’ which was previously a part of Community Services. With UNITI continuously striving to offer creative and effective services for our participants and focusing on our Ends Policies, the creation of these services was a natural extension.
It was a mix of new services and creative expansion of the existing services this past year. Collaborative, exciting, motivational, evolving, and dynamic are a few ways to describe how the team expresses their work and passion!
It was a year of great achievements and joyous moments for the WISE Team. The team has expanded with one senior program coordinator and five employment specialists. This team has created a niche in the world of supported employment by not only fulfilling the objective of securing and maintaining employment for its participants but also taken on some valuable projects focused on youth employment. The year was not only a motivationally driven year for WISE but also a fruitful one full of partnerships and collaborations. We were able to achieve more than what we targeted for and this required much more than just luck. We are, however, lucky to have a team of enthusiasts who believe in the “work first” approach.
WISE has been successful in connecting with a diverse group of employers, including the Government of Canada who has employed some of our jobseekers. The focus this year has not only been on securing jobs but also advocating and encouraging our job seekers to gain job-related specific skills while developing their careers. The employment specialists have been focussed on expanding the employer pool and have given presentations to various employers like Transport Canada, CRA, Translink, Walmart, and Public Service Commissions of Canada. These efforts have enabled us to secure successful job opportunities and providing employers with skilled and passionate employees. This has been showcased in feedback and testimonials from employers such as:
Jeanine from Transport Canada
“I was quite pleased with both candidates. I have interviewed many people over the past 20 years and I recognize that even at the best of times interviews can be stressful. Please let the candidates know that they did very well yesterday and that I was impressed by how calm and professional they were during our interactions. I was especially impressed with their openness and willingness to communicate with me. The hardest part for an interviewer is to try to “pull out” answers from a candidate, so I always appreciate when I can simply have a conversation with the person I am interviewing.”
The WISE team has strongly believed in engaging with the youth in transition and have started partnering with the Surrey School Board in a pilot project, ‘Ease into Employment’, which led the work to be noticed. We were successful in getting a direct award from Service Canada for a year to empower 11 youth with disabilities to develop their skills and achieve their employment goals. We are also partnering with 9 other agencies and UBC in a research project ‘IMPACT’, being funded by ‘Employment and Social Development Canada’ which will be focussing on early interventions with youth students.
WISE currently supports 58 clients that are directly referred from CLBC. 38 of them are successfully employed. Some of them have completed more than 3 years of successfully maintaining employment. Besides these referrals, WISE is supporting 12 youth students through the ‘Ease into Employment’ project.
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While supporting the WISE clients to develop and gain new skills, the WISE team continuously thrives to advance their skills by attending various national and international training conferences, job fairs, and various networking opportunities. The team has also developed some great videos, presentations, and resources to promote the services which reflect disability confidence.
We had a very successful accreditation round where WISE was highly praised for its processes and successes.
One of our WISE team members very rightly summed up our services:
‘We are inspired by the abilities of our clients to learn and grow and fulfill their dreams. We are thrilled to match our clients with inclusive employers who are very happy with their employees and WISE support along the way. Happy Clients, Supportive Families, and Inclusive Employers make Wise a happier place’.
SPARK Igniting Community Engagement thru Connection
The! Community Connector service named itself as ‘SPARK’. This service started in early 2019 with three clients and one Community Connector as a trial project. It then moved onto being a pilot project with six clients.
The vision being: ‘A community where all belong’. The mission is to create vibrant and thriving communities by connecting people, sharing skills, passions, and ideas where a sense of belonging prevails.
SPARK continues to expand its services with the following objectives: ➢ Promote well- being and independence ➢ Strengthen Social Inclusion in the community ➢ Increasing the Sense of belonging in the community ➢ Contributing to the community ➢ Connections in the Community ➢ Focus on developing and nurturing relationships in the community ➢ Skill enhancement through connections made in the community
We became aware of gaps in skills and knowledge around things we didn’t always realize. There was a lack of true organic friendships and most importantly, there were missed connections within our own culture. Once the Community Connector started working with the clients, she soon found that people were finding meaningful connections in their communities in a timely and cost-effective manner. What worked was the flexibility to take advantage of community connections when they happened outside of regular office hours.
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With the trial project we learned that when people are given choice to do what sparks their interest, they will rise above other people's expectations. The Community Connector encouraged people to engage with Kudoz – the learning platform that allowed people to try out opportunities and explore new experiences. The Community Connector also created opportunities for people to connect to the community in natural ways (community events, coffee shops, parks, and hobbies) and also focused on partnerships in the community as well as one-to-one connections. These connections could lead to the expansion of mentorships and guest speakers. The COVID -19 crises provided SPARK with another perspective and continued encouraging connections, learnings, participation, and storytelling in creative and innovative ways using virtual platforms.
SPARK is now an established service engaging with more clients in creative, flexible, and meaningful ways. We have added another community connector to the SPARK team with plans to further expand.
Work Crews
TidyAlot and UnitiWorks are running successfully with 14 full-time and part-time crew members and three supervisors. These crews, led by a program coordinator, currently contract out to 26 small and large sites. It is remarkable to see the whole crew work harmoniously as one big team with each team member taking immense pride in their work. The focus this year for the crews was to expand its contracts and market their services. We hired a marketing assistant on a contract basis for a couple of months who helped the team with marketing and promotional material. This resulted in the team obtaining two additional contracts with Enterprise and BC Hydro.
The crews serve as a perfect example of the pride, self- esteem, and confidence that get developed when one member is meaningfully employed. The crew members, with minimal supervision, have created efficiencies in terms of quantity and quality. The crews today are well-oiled machine that and continue to grow and develop. The work crews demonstrated resilience and dedication in these uncertain times of COVID-19. They continued to serve in the community by adapting to the situation, showing flexibility but still maintaining the workflow. The crews continue to work on their marketing plan and obtain further contracts.
Culinary Arts Training Program
CULA is an innovative program created as a result of redesigning our community services and more specifically ‘Employment Training Services’. A feasibility study indicated the labor market demand for increased skilled people for entry-level positions within the food industry and a huge gap in demand and supply when it came to these jobs. The study’s finding was confirmed by doing a market survey and research in the local community.
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We had the required infrastructure with our certified and licensed kitchen, and the passion to learn and encourage learning and to create meaningful opportunities for the people we support. All we required was a red seal chef and a certified instructor which was a major recommendation of the feasibility study.
In April of 2019, we were fortunate to hire Roger Joharchy a certified red seal chef and instructor. Roger came to us with years of experience in the industry and with teaching in a college. Along with a Community Support Worker, he helped us develop this specialized training program as a safe and empowering space for adults with barriers to employment to gain hands-on skills training. Students gain basic culinary skills & experience as well as a special emphasis on developing soft skills required to enter the workforce.
CULA is a culinary arts training program which offers adults with cognitive disabilities specialized and customized training, coaching and practical experience in an adaptive empowering and most importantly inclusive environment. The program goal was to obtain knowledge and skills for entry-level positions in the food industry sector, as well as, provide the foundation for further culinary training. In July 2019, the first CULA pilot project was created and started as a six-month training program with seven students which successfully completed in December 2019. Five of those students are now working with the employment team to gain successful employment in the food industry.
We have started our second cohort with five fully-funded students in February 2020. This cohort was also opened to other organizations in the community. In the second cohort, the training is more focused on hands-on training. A hot lunch program, internal catering, and selected external caterings are being supported through this group of students. CULA has played and is continuing to play a vital role during the COVID -19 crises. CULA thanked our home share providers with gift baskets that contained delicious baked items from our kitchen. They provided meals for the Peace Arch hospital staff team, the seniors at Seniors Come Share, our group home clients, staff, and work crew with delicious meals as a token of appreciation.
The CULA team is aiming at gaining certification from the Private Training Institute and ITA by developing into a socially innovative training program where the model is one which promotes community and economic inclusion where people with cognitive disabilities will learn and work together with other sectors of the community who also face barriers to employment – Indigenous community, youth at risk, refugees & new immigrants.
Respectfully submitted,
Seema Tripathi Director of Innovation and Employment Services
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Human Resources Report
The Human Resources (HR) Department supports our employees, management team and UNITI partner Semiahmoo House Society (SHS).
In 2019 we continued to assist in the implementation of the organizational structure changes that will keep Semiahmoo House Society at the forefront of supporting people to be fully included in their communities.
Much of the year was spent reviewing policies and preparation of documentation for our accreditation review. We conducted a refresh and update to our Emergency Preparedness Binders which were distributed to all the programs and senior management. We also began to update and review of our volunteer program. New forms are being created; old ones updated and a new booklet is in the works. Hosting the 2020 Inclusion BC Conference required the HR Department in 2019 to attend meetings and work on roles and lists of the required volunteers needed. While the conference has been postponed, we are ready to continue moving forward once a new date has been established.
In the fall of 2019 we updated our Employee Management System (EMS) known as ComVida. EMS is a “full service” HR software that provides the UNITI organizations with an HR data base, Scheduling System and Payroll. The product had a whole new look and includes many new features such as automatic shift calling. Training sessions and new protocols were established for all users. Another exciting training event occurred in June 2019 when we hosted David Pitonyak to speak to all our staff. David Pitonyak has a way of understanding and communicating the needs of people with challenging behavior that is profoundly straightforward, and staff members found his workshop useful and relevant!
The Society had 15 full time and part time employees leave during 2019, which is approximately a 9.75% turnover rate. The figure is approximately the same as last year however still lower than industry average which is 12.9%. In 2019 there were 15 casual employees who left our employ which is half the amount as the previous year, however this was the norm for all our years prior. Recruitment is constantly on the go as we attempt to maintain a suitable level of casual employees. Michelle Tibbits, our Talent Acquisition Specialist, attended the Black Press Career Fair in Cloverdale in 2019 and we obtained a number of applications and hires from the experience.
There were two (2) grievances filed by the union during the last quarter of 2019. These grievances are still outstanding; however, discussions for resolution are occurring. With the closing of Peninsula Child Care Centre we had to issue layoff notices to four of our staff. Fortunately, we were able to offer full time community services positions to all the unionized staff to minimize the loss of work.
The Society introduced another benefit feature for the unionized staff for their prescription health benefits. The Maintain Rx program was brought in to provide a convenient and cost-effective option for the Society and our staff to obtain their maintenance medication. Prescriptions can be sent to a centralized pharmacy and prescriptions will be couriered to a person’s home or work location. Wellness initiatives have been happening with the establishment of our Wellness and Welcoming Committee. Members have been busy providing information about mental health and fitness. We provided Anti-Bullying merchandise during Pink T-Shirt day for people to wear and had a record amount of participation with plenty of social media posts.
At the beginning of 2020, a WorkSafeBC Inspector attended our main office location for an inspection under the 2020 Health Care High Risk Strategy. I’m pleased to report that there were no issues found other than we needed to conduct an updated risk assessment for violence that might be arising out of employment. We have conducted the required questionnaire based on the WorkSafeBC template and the Occupational Health and Safety Committee and Director’s teams have reviewed the results. We are formulating and enacting any required updates to processes necessary and sending copies to WorkSafeBC for ensured compliance.
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In 2020, we are working with all departments to support the current process changes and the journey towards the “new normal”. Many thanks as always to Michelle Tibbits, Talent Acquisition Specialist; Susie Holden, HR Assistant; and Dorothy Gurney, Volunteer Coordinator. Our team looks forward to another year of providing the best employee and volunteer systems for the Society.
Respectfully submitted,
Stephanie Green Director of Human Resources
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Nomination Committee Report
The Nominations Committee is responsible for screening potential Board members prior to their appointment to the Board. This process ensures prospective Board members support the Society’s mission and ownership statements and Ends policies. The Committee consults with the Board to determine specific abilities and aptitudes and seeks out candidates that may enhance the Board’s performance. Bea Hadikin, Teresita Aristizabal, Catherine Ferguson, and Doug Tennant were the members of the Nominations Committee for 2019/2020.
Election of Board Members at 2019 AGM
Semiahmoo House Society has a nine-member elected Board plus a self-advocate elected by the Self-Advocate Caucus.
At the June 2019 AGM, there were three elected Board positions available and there were three nominees for Board positions: Bea Hadikin, Colleen McGoff Dean and Marie Sabine. As the number of nominees matched the number of available positions, no election was performed and the nominees were acclaimed as Board members for a three-year term ending in 2022.
Madison Van Oene was the self-advocate representative on the Board for the 2019-2020 term.
Linda Annis was appointed as a Board member by the SHS Board for the 2019-2020 term.
Nominations for 2020 AGM
There are three elected positions open for 2020. The Nominations Committee recommends that three present Board members, whose terms are expiring, stand for these three positions. These three Board members are Teresita Aristizabal, Ian Jarvis, and Nicole Russell. There were no other nominations and these three Board members will be acclaimed to serve on the Board for three-year terms expiring in 2023.
In accordance with the Society’s Bylaws, the Board may appoint up to three additional members to fill one-year positions. This will be done to address specific skills and/or support the Board may require. Board Member Appointments and Terms (Effective June, 2019) Current Appointed Elected Elected Elected Term Limit Board Member Term Expiry Year(s) Term 1 Term 2 Term 3 Date* Year Teresita Aristizabal 2013 2014-2017 2017-2020 2020 2023 Ian Jarvis 2016 2017-2020 2020 2026 Nicole Russell 2016 2017-2020 2020 2026
Catherine Ferguson X 2018-2021 2021 2027 Rich Gorman 2011 2012-2015 2015-2018 2018-2021 2021 2021 David Ure 2014 2015-2018 2018-2021 2021 2024
Colleen-McGoff-Dean X 2013-2016 2016-2019 2019-2022 2022 2022 Bea Hadikin 2015 2016-2019 2019-2022 2022 2025 Marie Sabine 2017 2018-2019 2019-2022 2022 2027
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Development Report for The Semiahmoo Foundation
The Semiahmoo Foundation (TSF) belongs to the UNITI partnership along with Semiahmoo House Society (SHS) and Peninsula Estates Housing Society (PEHS). Since this report is about the achievements of SHS for fiscal 2019-2020, my report will focus on TSF’s work with SHS.
The end of this fiscal year was an interesting one with the challenges that the COVID-19 crisis posed to SHS’s operations. Again, it was amazing to see the staff quickly respond, making use of technology to support people who had to isolate for their safety and ensuring they stayed active, connected and well.
TSF Mission and Strategic Objectives
TSF’s mission is to assure that UNITI has the recognition, relationship and resources to support an inclusive community, so that (1) PEHS and SHS achieve their Ends; (2) UNITI has strong and diversified partnerships; (3) UNITI is recognized as a model of inclusion; (4) UNITI has the resources to be an innovative and independent leader; and (5) people with disabilities and those who support them have financial resources to pursue opportunities of their choice.
Our Team
TSF team members are dedicated to their mission and work relentlessly to ensure that SHS has additional resources to meet the increasingly complex community demand for its services.
Larry Shareski marked an employment milestone as our Ambassador and proudly received his five-year employee award at the Annual Society Holiday Party. Unfortunately for us, Larry decided to retire in January. His brilliant personality and clever ideas will be missed by all of us. Renee Blake was splendid in her role as Marketing Coordinator, designing creative marketing materials, participating in our social media strategy, delivering our new electronic donor wall and contributing to fundraising initiatives. Renee’s sweet personality coupled with relentless determination had a huge part to play in activating our implementation plan. Our Event Planner, Deena Safi, gave birth to a beautiful baby boy and remained on maternity leave for much of the year. She still managed to get involved with our events by volunteering or attending as a guest. In the meantime, Youla Thomas was contracted to fulfill the event planning role and delivered successful fundraising and awareness events. Her hard work and networking skills were hugely appreciated.
As for me, this is my last Director’s Report at The Semiahmoo Foundation, having been selected to fill the position of Executive Director at Seniors Come Share Society starting in May 2020. My eight years with UNITI partners were a tremendous experience. I learned so much about the workings of a non-profit organization and about the purposeful integration of person-centred values into the operations. I was privileged to witness the authenticity, integrity and commitment of all involved in fostering an inclusive community and improving the lives of people with disabilities. I look forward to UNITI and Seniors Come Share continuing their collaborative work and ensuring that vulnerable people live well and safe in an inclusive community.
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Community Involvement
Our role at the Foundation entails nurturing strong relationships and bringing awareness about SHS. Therefore, TSF staff attended many community events, including: Surrey Board of Trade and South Surrey White Rock networking events, community development meetings, Mayor’s Addresses, events organized by elected officials, and more. We also attended some conferences offered by the Federation of Community and Social Services, Association of Fundraising Professionals and Canadian Association of Gift Planners.
Fundraising Events
Semiahmoo House Society and Investors Group Charitable Golf Tournament: On June 18, 2019, the sun was shining on Morgan Creek Golf Course and our supporters enjoyed a day of golf and an evening of entertainment, raising nearly $20,000 for SHS’s Recreation and Leisure Services which receive no core government funding.
Gala of Bollywood Dreams: The gala took place at Bombay Banquet Hall on November 2, spicing up the evening and fulfilling a few dreams by raising over $60,000 to benefit inclusive community services. Guests were treated to a welcoming reception of South Asian treats, including cocktails and appetizers, a buffet dinner and much entertainment.
Elements Casino: The Cloverdale staff partnered with us to raise awareness about SHS and organized fundraising activities that contributed in over $1700 in donations.
Donor Recognition Event
On May 22, 2019, we invited our donors to Spanish Night, where they enjoyed tapas, great wines and Flamenco. Hosted at our main building, called The Treehouse, donors were recognized for their generous contributions and the difference they make in the lives of people living with disabilities.
Awareness Creating Events and Activities
Food for Thought: On April 15, 2019, at the Food for Thought dinner, our Board hosted professionals in the hospitality and food services industry to capture their thoughts on the work performed by SHS in the community and provide suggestions for the inclusion of people with disabilities in the workplace. Food for Thought is an annual event mandated by the Board, inviting representatives from various segments of the community to share a meal and provide input toward developing truly inclusive communities.
Business to Business: In collaboration with the Surrey Board of Trade and South Surrey White Rock Chamber of Commerce, we hosted our Business to Business event on October 1, 2019, where we networked with over 150 business people creating awareness about SHS’s great work and strengthening relationships with various members who serve the Surrey and White Rock communities.
UNITI Video: In the fall of 2019, we produced a video to highlight the contributions that people with disabilities were making to the community. The video demonstrated that they are motivated to work, volunteer, learn and make a difference. To view the video, please go to: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=N6diqthKCdc.
Major Grants (SHS)
Government of Canada (Youth Employment Initiative) $220,004 Community Gaming Grant (BC) $50,600 Vancouver Foundation $49,980 Government of Canada (New Horizons for Seniors) $25,000 Music Heals $9,489 Royal Canadian Legion Branch #008 $1,000 32 | P a g e
Endowments (TSF)
Our Endowment Funds are securely invested for steady growth and are deployed according to the specific instructions of the donor.
Ostheimer Family Fund was created to support UNITI and contribute toward inclusive community services.
Ankenman Associates Architects Endowment Fund was created to support UNITI and contribute to funding for affordable and inclusive housing.
Dragonfly Endowment Fund: to provide registration funding to families who might not otherwise be able to utilize the Recreation and Leisure program due to financial constraints.
Independence Endowment Fund was purposed to provide rent subsidies to people with developmental disabilities and people with mental health challenges who want to live independently and who cannot afford rent.
Legacy Endowment Fund: to support program operating costs and the most needed unfunded program.
SHS Employee Endowment Fund: to support the purposes of the SHS’s General program and/or the area of most urgent need.
Tennant Baranszky-Job Fine Arts Endowment Fund: to support the purposes of the SHS’s Recreation and Leisure program and to specifically support its fine arts activities.
Wheeler/Soucy Endowment Fund: to support the SHS’s Recreation and Leisure program, primarily.
Membership Campaign
In fiscal year 2019-2020, Semiahmoo House Society had 127 members in good standing, including individuals, families and corporations. The categories and price of membership are: Individual $15, Family $25 and Corporate $50.
Marketing
As part of our marketing initiatives, we created a style guide for the new SHS brand and that of its affiliates and completed the development of the new website: www.uniti4all.com which will provide web presence for all three societies in the UNITI partnership.
Important Recognition
We recognized all contributions from volunteers, board members, corporations, families, individuals and all other constituents who collaborated to achieve our objectives and ensuring a sustainable future for SHS.
We were grateful to both the staff of SHS and TSF for reaching a new level of collaboration that contributed to realizing SHS’s mission to provide quality services to people with disabilities.
In addition, we very much appreciated the Self-Advocates of Semiahmoo (SAS) who were instrumental in our work to create awareness and fundraise through their readiness to lend a hand and participate at our various events.
Respectfully submitted,
Louise Tremblay, Director of Development
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Auditor’s Report
The Auditor’s Report will be presented at the September 21st Annual General Meeting.
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Thank You, Our Generous Donors! Lifetime Donor Report
$1000,000 +
Butterly Family Foundation Dorothy & Carl Ruby Charitable Foundation Coast Capital Savings Vancouver Foundation
$50,000 – 99,999
Grouphealth Global Benefit Systems Music Heals Charitable Foundation United Way of the Lower Mainland James Martin Estate Ms. Jollean Shallard White Rock South Surrey Community Kia Applewood Surrey Cares Foundation
$25,000 - $49,999
Ankenman & Associates Architects KCC Contracting Dr. Paul Tennant Bert & Greta Quartermaine Family Fund Kiwanis Club of White Rock Vancity Community Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Michael & Lauren Boni Peace Arch Hospital Fundation Vancity Credit Union Mr. John Hoogenraad Prospera Credit Union Werner & Helga Hoing Foundation IG Wealth Management Ms. Sherryl and Gary Rosaasen Westminster Savings Credit Union Inclusion BC Semiahmoo Rotary Club
$10,000 - $24,999
Ar - Way Enterprises Ltd Mr. and Mrs. Donald & Karen Hutchison Mr. Richard Rova Mr. Randy Bishop IG Wealth Management Ken Shannon Ms. Gail Bowman IG Wealth Management Matching Gift Program Kim Shannon Canada Safeway Ms. Darlene Jensen SLM Group Consultants Ltd (MacNeil Benefits) City of White Rock;The Kison Inc Strategic Charitable Giving Foundation Comvida Corporation Ms. Christine Koch Ms. Mary Sully Dawson & Sawyer Developments Ltd Ladies' Auxiliary, Royal Canadian Legion #240 Surrey Fire Fighters Charitable Society Ms. Elizabeth Deschenes Mr. Brent Lang Mr. Douglas Tennant Envision Credit Union Ms. Kathleen Maclennan The Toskan Casale Foundation Glastech 2000 Contracting Ltd Mr. Nick Milau Ms. Nolda Ware Government of Canada Mr. Shawn Ostheimer Westland Insurance Group Ltd Great West Fitness Peace Portal Alliance Church Westminster Savings Foundation Growth Through Learning Peninsula Community Foundation Mr. Paul Wheeler Ms. Bea Hadikin Mr. and Mrs. Rod & Corinne Pennington White Rock Lioness Club Hallmark Carpets Ronald McDonald House Charities of Canada White Rock Millennium Rotary Charity Society Homelife Benchmark Realty Corp
$5,000 - $9,999
4th Utility Inc IG Wealth Management Rick Hansen Foundation Arway Enterprises Invis-Team Rob Regan-Pollock Ms. Paddi Robinson Ms. Lise Boughen Ms. Karen James Mr. Tom Rose Ms. Sandee Butterley James B Wallace Foundation Rotary Club of North Delta Mr. Brad Campbell Ms. Susan Janetti Rotary Club of White Rock Deborah Cooper KN&V Chartered Accountants Royal Canadian Legion Branch #008 Cutting Construction Consulting Inc Mr. and Mrs. Art & Catherine Lehwald Ms. Nancy Shewfelt Mr. and Mrs. Geoffrey & Colleen A Dean Ms. Pearl Martin South Surrey & White Rock Art Society Ms. Margaret A Dick Milestones Restaurant Southridge School Chris Duggan MusiCounts TD Program Mr. Scott Tarasuk Mr. Paul Evanish Ocean Park Enterprises Ltd Telus Mr. Rick Floer Orangeville Raceway Ltd The Running Room Mr. and Mrs. Devinder & Baksho Ghangass Peace Arch Monarch Lions Club Ms. Lenore Van Oene Ms. Stephanie Green Peninsula Arts Foundation Mr. Bill Vance Mr. Joseph Haley Mr. David Petty Westminster Savings Foundation Mr. Eric Harris Ms. Ellen Powell White Rock & South Surrey Chamber of Mr. Matt Houghton Mr. and Mrs. Rose & Dean Raven Commerce RBC Foundation
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$2,500 - $4,999
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$1,000 - $2,499
Able Assistant;The Mr. David Hall Quintelle Enterprises Ltd AGF Funds Inc Ms. Patricia Hall Greta and Ron Racanello AIC Group of Funds Hambrook & Company Ms. Doris Ratz Ms. Joan Angrignon Mr. Ronald Heaver Mr. Ken Richardson Apex Communications Inc. Ms. JoAnn Henn Ms. Jacqueline Rose Argus Control Systems Ltd. Mr. Michael Herbert Ms. Charlene Ross Mr. Wendyl Arnold Mr. E. E. Hilton Mr. Glenn Ross Artieh Contracting Ltd. Mr. Gordon Hogg Ms. Danica Russell Ms. Maria Aspeleiter Ms. Sally Holden Mr. Robert Sabine Aspen Developments Ltd. Holy Trinity Church Ms. Deborah Salh Ms Jasmine Barredo Mr. and Mrs. Ian & Shirley Hoodless Salmon's Transfer Ltd Mr. Adel Barsum Ms. Marjorie Hoogenraad Ms. Petra Savard PJ Birch Mr. and Mrs. John & Eleanor Hoy Ms. Barbara Schaub BMO Nesbitt Burns Mr. and Mrs. Martin & Janice Hutchinson Schill Insurance Ms. Senaite Bogale Integrated Health Clinic Mr. Jeffrey Schmok Ms. Jad Bourelle Mr. Michael Ireland Susan Schmok Mr. Brent Bowen Ms. Margaret Ironside Semiahmoo House Society Ms. Shirley Brambell Jack's Rubbish Services Ltd Teresa & Kelly Shannon Ms. Patricia Bravo Ms. Laila Jacobs Mr. Edward Shillaker Breakwater Designs Limited Johnstone's Insurance Services Inc Teresa & Kelly Shannon Ms. Sheila Brew W/C Robert T Keill (Ret) Mr. Edward Shillaker Mr. Todd Brewer Ms. Rita Kensington Bill & Gail Simpson Mr. Stanley Briggs Mrs. Anita Kerr Ms. Lauren Simpson Mr. Greg Bromley Mr. Howard Kettner SLM Group Consultants Brown-Forman Coroporation Mr. W.H. Konnert Ms. Jo-Ann Smith Ms. Lynda Byrne Korean Zion Choir Sonitrol Ms. Katerine Campagnaro Roman & Pat Kozak Southcoast Petroleum Ltd Ms. Cathy Campbell Ms. Dawn Lane Southwest Petroleum Ltd Canada Helps Ms. Annette Langdon Ms. Victoria Stratton Canadian Million Dollar Round Table Ms. Elaine Lauzon Ms. Lyla Strong Foundation Ms. Elaine Lauzon Summerview Management Ltd Cantatus Systems Group Inc Ms. Kathrine Lehwald Surrey City Development Corporation Career Connections Training Centre Mr. Robert Lehwald SVH Management Ltd Centre for Spiritual Living White Rock Mr. Ron Lightner Ms. Dorothy Taylor Chimp: Charitable Impact Foundation Ms. Margaret Lloyd Mr. Christopher Tennant (Canada) Mr. James Loosemore Mrs. Julie Thiele Choices Market White Rock Ltd Mr. Kenneth Lubyk Thunderbird Press Ltd Mr. Robert Coates Mr. Kirk Lubyk Mr. John Tynan COBS Bread M.O. Productions Mr. and Mrs. Bert & Anne Van Hove Dr. Robert D Coles Mr. Dave Macdonald Mr. Ed Van Oene F Colling Ms. Jane MacKinnon Ms. Asuncion Vergara CP Distributors Mr. and Mrs. Helmuth & Susan Maier Victory Memorial Park Funeral Centre Custom Air Conditioning Ltd Marcel's Handyman Services Ltd Mr. Darryl Walker Mr. and Mrs. Earl & Jocelyne Cutting Mr. and Mrs. Heather & Scott McCartney Bruce & Susan Wallinger DAJO Ventures Ltd Ms. Sheila McCune Mr. Ray Wallis Mr. Thomas Dawson Ms.Pat McLarnon Brenda Webster Developmental Disabilities Association Mr. Robert McNicol Mr. James White Mr. Brock Dorward Mr. Dalbir Singh Mehat White Rock Community Aid Mr. George Duddy Mr. Dean Methorst White Rock Elks 431 Karen Durieux Michie Enterprises White Rock Lions Club Elements Casino Ms. Sharon Moskalyk White Van Professional Handyman Services Mr. and Mrs. Trevor & Helen Erlendson Mott Electric GP Ltd. Mr. Mike Evans Naiem Nairouz Casey Whitworth Mr. Jaret Forman Ms. Diane Nimmo Ms. Susan Wieczorek Mr. Travis Forman Mr. Hugh Northey Ms. Lori Williams Ms. Parmjit Gandham Mr. Steve Nowak Mr. and Mrs. Brian & Sue Wilson Gemco Construction Ltd Pacific Arbour Five Residence Ltd Mr. Ray Winger Guildford Lions Club Mr. Jay Panis Wisdomways Ms. Dorothy Gurney Mr. and Mrs. Wlodzimierz & Maria Placewicz Mr. Tod Woodward Mr. Rob Guy Ms. Tracey Poelstra Mr. and Mrs. Archie & Candace Woodworth Mr. Jason Hackett Profile Communications Ltd
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$20 - $999
Mr. Donald Ms. Carmond Bell Ms. Kimberly Bucholtz Maristella Ms. Angelika Bendrich Ms. Pauline Brunet Ms. Nicole Aboud-Ellis Ms. Jennifer Benjamin Ms. Margaret Bryenton Absolute Results Productions Ms. Sheila Bensley Ms. Kimberly Bucholtz Ms. Natalie Abu-Ulba Mr. Chad Benson Budget Furniture Land LTD Academics Prekindergarten Mr. Clifton Bergan Ms. Marni Budnarchuk Mr. Brad Ackerman Ms. Leigh Berglund Karmody Mr. John Buikema Ms. Sharon Adair Mr. Ron Bergman Ms. Lillian F Bullach Ms Nadine Adams Ms. Flora Berling Mr. Bill Bullock Ms. Sally Aguilar Mr. and Mrs. Carol & Calvin Berlinger Ms. Carol Bullock Ms. Mary Aguirre Mr. Ken Berlinger Ms. Andrea Bundon AIM Funds Management Inc. Ms. Liz Berlinger Ms. Karen Bunting Mr. and Mrs. Bartholome & Agnes Alatan Tracy Bernardi Mr. Spencer Burden Ms. Patricia Alderdice Mr. John Bernuy Mr. Thomas Burge Alexander Neighborhood House Mr. Kevin Bespflug Mr. Noel Burgess Alistair’s Life Choice Society Quinn Bester Matt & Kristy Burgon All Collision Services Ltd Mr. Mark Betts Ilka Burke Mr. Douglas Allan Shiraz Bhatia Anita & Bruce Burton Ms. Rebecca Allen Virinder Bhatti Ms. Leslie Bush Ms. Penelope Allison Samuel Bi Ms. Betty Ann Busse Mr. Muhamed Amirie Big 1 Productions Mr. and Mrs. Gary & Barbara Butler Ms. M L Andersen Bikelane Ms. Kathleen Butler Ms. Kim L Anderson Jai Birdi Mr. Gus Butoli Mr. William Anderson Mr. and Mrs. Giovanni & Silvia Bitelli Mr. Gus Butow Ms. Jennifer Andrews Ms. Maureen Bjorklund Ms. Catherine Byard Anglican Church Women Jack & Paulina Blachford Ms. Lynda Byrne Mr. Wayne Ankenman Mr. Robert Black Mr. and Mrs. Roy & Joan Bywater Mr. Cliff Annable Heenan Blaikie Budget Furniture Ltd. Ms. Linda Annis Mr. Rick Blake C.F.U.W. White Rock / Surrey Club (BC) Ansell Consulting Company Mr. Paul Blanchard Mr. Duncan Cabarlo Fe Roda Antonio Mr. Gerald Bland Ms. Marie Rose Cabigting Ms. Joan Aristizabal Revered Dorothy Blandford Ms. Phyllis Cairns Ms. Claudia Aristizabal Castrillon Alexander Blesch Mr. Willy Calderon Mr. Peter Armstrong Mr. and Mrs. Mark & Victoria Blinkhorn Ms. Diane Caldwell Ms. Wendy Armstrong Mr. Stephen Block Ms. Freda Calhoun Ms. Elaine Armstrong-Kyne BNSF Railway Mr. David Calibaba Ms. Elizabeth Arnold Mr. Drew Bodaly Mrs. Berna Cameron Artists of Bernie's Barn Mr. Scott Bodaly Ms. Elizabeth Cameron Ms. Camille Atkinson Mrs. Mary Boden Mr. Stephen Cameron Ms. Karen Atkinson Mr. and Mrs. Norman & Joan Bodie Campbell River Store Inc Mr. and Mrs. Robert & Helene Austin Ms. Faith Bodnar Canadian Linen & Uniform Servic Mr. Tim Ayers Ms. Mary Bodnarek Ms. Constance Cannon Aztech Environmental Consulting Services Ltd Chris Bone Ms. Carol Cao AZ-Zahraa Centre Mr. Jack Booth Ms. Diana Carlisle Backstage Club Ms. Janice Boots Mr. and Mrs. Lloyld & Nellie Carmichael Mr. Reiner Badke Mr. Henry Bose William Carnes Chris & Tracy Baichwal Mr. Glenn Boughen Mr. and Mrs. James & Judith Carnochan Ms. Martina Baier W. Bowden Ms. Amber Carreiro Mr. Brian Baird Mr. Doug Bowen Ms. Robyn Carrier Jan Bajerski Mr. Douglas Bowen Ms. Jennifer Carver Wells Mr. and Mrs. Marek & Margaret Bajerski Ms. Belinda Boyd Ms. Ana Maria Castrillon Ms. Bonnie Ball Ms. Anne Boyle Ms. Marie Eva Castro Mr. Paul Ballinger Ms. Jennifer Brackett Mr. and Mrs. Bob & Merle Catterall Jim Banley Mr. Trevor Bradley Ms. Diana Ceccato Karen & Virgielio Barba Ms. Penny Brady Center for Judaism of the Lower Fraser Valley Mr. and Mrs. David & Jackie Baron Ms. Maureen Bramall Ms. Monica Ceraldi Mr. Stewart Barrett Ms. Stephanie Brennan Mr. and Mrs. Byron & Tracey Chan Ms. Patricia Barry Ms. Bessie Brolund Dr. Richard Chan Ms. Judith Barteluk Mr. James Bromley Chancery Chambers Law Group Kam Basi Mr. Jim Bromley Bill Chapman Ms. Pauline Basran Lindsay Brookes Mr. Margie Chapman Sarah Batut Mr. Bill Brooks Mr. Ross Charlesworth Ms. Karen Bauer Ms. Isabella Brown Mr. Johnathan Charlie Mr. Joseph Garth Baxter Mr. James C Brown Mr. Glenn Charlton Baxter Carabetta & Braun Ltd Ms. Lillias Brown Ms. Suzanne Chartrand BC Choral Federation Ms. Linda Brown Mr. and Mrs. Charles & Anthea Chatterton BCGEU Ms. Rachel Brown Ms. Linda Che Bdo Mr. Rob Brownridge Anglea Chen Ms. Lori Beddow Ms. Doreen C Bruce Mr. Dalton Chen Mr. and Mrs. Susan and Tom Beechey Ms. Pauline Brunet Eddie Cheng Noah Belcher Ms. Margaret Bryenton Ms. Pam Chepal Noah Belcher Ms. Pauline Brunet Mr. and Mrs. Howard & Margaret Chesney Mr. Andy Bell Ms. Margaret Bryenton Mr. Greg Cheyne 38 | P a g e
$20 - $999
Mr. and Mrs. Harry & Gillian Chiang Ms. Coralee Curby Mr. Lorne Duthie Childcare Worldwide Society Sean Curley Ms. Michelle Dyble Veena & Paul Chohan Ms. Betty Curtis Ms. Marilyn Dyer Hea Young Choi Mr. Jose Custodinho Dynamic OT Hea Young Choi Mr. Earl Cutting Ms. Sheryl Eccleton Yong Jin Choi Mr. Michael Cutting Ms. Betty-Lou Edwards Ms. Cheryl Choo CWPC Property Consultants Ltd Ms. Heather Edwards Chris Temple Law Corp Mr. and Mrs. L & Inderjit Dadiala Ms. Sylvia Edwards Christine Ingram Sales Agency Mr. Ken Dahl J Eeckhout Ms. Evelyn Chu Ms. Yvette Daoust G Ekholm Ms. Helen Foon Yung Chu Ms. Edith Darius Mr. Craig Elander Church at Southpoint;The Darnell & Company Law Office Mr. Greg Elenko Church of the Holy Trinity Ms. Mary D'Astolfo Elgin Park Secondary School Mr. and Mrs. Robert & Susan Ciavarro Ms. Gail Davids Ms. Dorothy Elias CIBC - White Rock Mr. Lorne Davidson Ms. Dorothy Elias Ms. Janet Circolo Mr. Robert Davidson Mr. Russ Elias City of Surrey Mr. and Mrs. Ross & Marilynn Davidson Ms. Sandy Elkin Manj & Amarjit Claire Mr. Ron Davies Ms. Katharine Elliott Ms. Joanne Clark Mr. Russ Davies End of the Roll Ms. Marilyn Clarke Davis & Henderson Ms. Jennifer Engele Cloverdale District Chamber of Commerce Hailey & Ted Dawson Bruce & Llo English Coast Capital Savings Credit Union Marlene Day Mr. Geoff English Mr. Paul Cockthurn Kerry De Angelis Mr. Robert English Ms. Marianne Colby Ms. Christina De Best Mr. Les Ennis Mr. Victor Cole Ms. Shirley De Cou Raywyn Erickson Lee Colfer Ms. Carmen De Francesco Erickson College Mr. and Mrs. Jay & Judy Collins Ms. Susy De Pieri Mr. Charles Erridge Mr. Mark Collins Ms. Sierra Dean Abrisham Eshghi Ms. Nicole Collins Mr. Tom Decruyenaere Euro-Star Distributors Ltd Mr. Byron Collyer Ms. Paula Deering Ms. Angela Evans Mr. Giampietro Colpo Mr. Michael DeLorme Mr. and Mrs. David & Margaret Evans Comfort Keepers Ms. Angela Demontigny Ms. Diane Fader Mrs. Christine Conlin Rainu Deol Mr. Robert Fairbank Ms. Dolores Conlon Mr. Marcel Deschenes Mr. Graham Farina Ms. Jean Conlon Ms. Renee Deschenes Hannah Farina L Conlon Deslauriers Chiropractic Group Fast & Epp Structural Engineers Ms. Shirley Conlon Mr. Ruan Desouza Ms. Coral Fauchon Connect Gil Desrochers Ms. Anne Faulkes Connect Communities Baljit Dhaliwal M. J. Faux Ms. Michelle Conry Baljit Dhaliwal Ms. Mary Faux Ms. Mary Cooke Dave Dhaliwal Mr. Robert Faux Ms. Gale Cooper Jasmail Dhaliwal Fedewich & Company Ms. Margaret Cooper Swarn Dhaliwal Ms. Carla Felip Mr. Harold Copping Ms. Silvia Di Blasio Mr. Carlos Felip Mr. Alan Coppinger Ms. Carolynn Doan Mr. John Fell Correct Solutions Inc Ms. Beulah Dobson Ms. Elizabeth Ferguson Ms. Davida Corse Mr. and Mrs. Brian & Alice Docherty Mr. Drew Fernades Dione Costanzo Mr. Norm Dods Ms. Margarete Fieguth Costco Surrey #55 Ms. Debbie Doerksen Fieldstone Artisan Breads Ms. Valerie Cote Mr. and Mrs. Greg & Kelly Dombroski Ms. Kristine Findlay Mr. Michael Coughlin Ms. Monica Donetti Ms. Mary Fines Country Tire (1987) Ms. Elaine Donovan Mr. Charles Finlayson Ms. Brenda Cowie-Hanssen Ms. Shirley Dorman Ms. Daniela Fisher Mr. Keith Cowieson Dorothy Hyslop & Assoc. Counselling & Mr. Jim Fisher Mr. Danny Craddock Consulting Mr. Raymond Fisher Mr. Robert Craig Dewy & Laurie Doucett Mr. Stephen Flaman Cranley Place Community Association Douglas College - Training Group Mr. Frank Fleming Dan & Suzi Crepnjak Dovercourt Ent. Ltd. - Modern Accents Liam Fletcher Crescent Wines Ltd Mr. Paul Doye Mr. Randy Fong Mr. Jack Crockett David & Karen Doyle Teresa & Roger Fontinato Mr. and Mrs. Fred & Gwen Crompton Drackett's Rentals & Sales Ltd Mr. Gordon Ford Ms. Laurie Crosby Ms. Anne Drake Mr. Steven Forrest Mr. S. Cross Ms. Susan Driedger Ms. Ida Forster Crown Coffee Company T Driscoll Ms. Judy Forster Ms. Susan Cruikshank Ms. Jennifer Duffy Gerry Foster CSSEA Cory Duhaime Ms. Donna Fournier Ms. Lori Cummings Jaspreet Dulay D. Fowler Ms. Lori Cummings Ms. Tracey DuMoulin Mr. Morgan Foxgord John Cunha DuMoulin Financial Ms. Alice Francisco Mr. Doug Cunningham Ms. Susan Durieux Mr. Richard Frankish Mr. and Mrs. Kevin & Kelly Cunningham Ms. Tania Dusevic Ms. Patricia Franz 39 | P a g e
$20 - $999
Ms. Marie Fraser Mr. Michael D Haley Ms. Corrine Hutcheon Ms. Marilyn Fraser Pat & Terry Hall Tristen Hydro Ms. Robin Fraser Mr. Roy Hall Mr. Bob Illes Mr. Ken Frederick Mr. Terry Hallen Imagepro Image Consulting Mr. Douglas Frederickson Ms. Maureen Hamblin Immediate Images Frederickson Graphics Mr. Peter Hamilton Independent Bankcard Solutions Inc Tera & Chris Frey Mr. and Mrs. Dave & Marlene Hammer Cohen Inglin Fs Financial Strategies Mr. Michael Hansby Mr. Kelvin Inouye FS Financial Strategies Ms. Gwen Hansen Mr. and Mrs. Aage & Margrethe Iversen FS Financial Strategies Inc Michele & Henning Hansen Mr. Gary Jackson Ms. Marlis Fuchs Ms. Elizabeth Hanson Jade West Engineering Co Ltd Ms. Dawn Fyfe Ms. Kimberly Harding Rocco & Duke Jaehrlich Mr. Gordon Fyffe Mr. Derek Hargrave Mr. Bruce Jagger G3 Consulting Ltd Mr. Neil Harnett Ms. Joanna Jaholkowski Ms. Christine Gabriel Ms. Christine Harper Ms. Margy Jalbert G Gagnier Mr. Robin Harper James & Kathleen Winton Foundation Ms. Janet Gamage Mr. and Mrs. Terry & Beth Harper Ms. Chrissy Jana Ms. Melissa Garau Mr. Brad Harris Janis Ventures Inc Ms. Dannah Garcia Mr. Fred Harris Ms. Donalda Janzen Glynis Gardner Ms. Lorna Harris Ms. Tina Janzen Geoff & Pauline Garfield Mr. Victor J Harrison Rosana Jeannevol Gary's Automotive Chris Hartman Ms. Edwina Jeffrey Genesis Restorations Ltd Mr. Craig Hartnett Mr. Rob Jenkins Mr. Jean Paul Gentes Ms. Jerri Hass Ms. Katerina Jensen Bhaven Gill Ms. Lynda Haverslew Ms. Maybel Jensen Naginder Singh & Bean Kaur Gill Ms. Josephine Hawkes Ms. Mary Jessee Sonny & Aman Gill Mr. Dave S Hayer Mr. and Mrs. Moe & Patricia Jessen Mr. and Mrs. Kevin & Donna Gillan Ms. Vivian Hayes Mr. Don Jewison Gima Masonry (2003) Ltd Mr. and Mrs. Carol & Gregory Hayward Xindan Jia Ms. Ramona E Glain Ms. Leona Hazard Ms. Kay Jiang Ms. Pam Glass Mrs. Antonina Heath Xiaolan Jiang Ms. Milka Gligoric Ms. Eileen Heath Mr. Guy Johanson Mr. and Mrs. Neil & Donna Glover Ms. Cheryl Hee Ms. Andrea Johnson Ms. Natalie Glubb Ms. Melinda Heidsma Ms. Katie Johnson Golder Associates Ltd Mr. Peter Henriques Ms. May Anne Johnson Ms. Christina Goldie Ms. Eve Henry Ms. Niki Johnson Ms. Joyce Gomez Jette Herscovitch Ms. Amy Johnston Mr. Sean Goodall Mr. Mickey Hertz Ms. Linda Johnston Ms. Karen Goode Mr. Chris and Pam Heywood Mr. Terry Johnston Ms. Colleen Gordon Mr. and Mrs. Colin & Lois Hicks Ms. Rosalind Jolly Ms. Barbara F. Gorman Ms. Jennifer Hillman Mr. Jack Jones Ms. Judy Gorman Mr. and Mrs. Michael & Barb Hinchks Ms. Sheila Jones Mr. David Goult Ms. Beverley Hing Ms. Terry Jones Ms. Shirley Goundrey Ms. Phyllis Hoare Ms. Renee June Gracepoint Community Church Ms. L Doreen Hoath Mr. Robert Jutras Ms. Betty Graham Ms. Elizabeth Hoby Ms. Chelsea Kaake Ms. Debbie Graham Mr. Edgar Hoefner Ms. Camilla Kacani Earl Graham Ms. Dorothy Hoffman Esad & Minka Kadunic Mr. Justin Graham Ms. Karen Holding Ms. Barbara Kahl Ms. Sheilah Graham Daniel & Rosario Holker Yugi Kajiwara Mr. Brent Gray Linda Holmes Ian & Johannes Kakebeeke Mr. Neil Gray Ms. Shirley Holowaychuk Ms. Nicole Kaler Great Canadian Casino Home Depot of Canada Inc. Ms. Isabel Kalpakian Ms. Lindsay Green Honeybee Centre Ms. Shelby Kaltenbach Mr. William Green Mr. W Neill Hood Ms. Judy Kane Dr. Gerrard Greenstone Brock Horton Mr. Lyle Karasick Mr. Jean-Guy Grenier Mr. Josh Hoskins Mr. David Kash Mr. and Mrs. Gordon & Trudi Gretsinger Mr. Derek Houg Ms. Afshean Kashic Mr. Charles Grierson Ms. Kim Houlind Mr. Dale Kastanis Mr. John Groom Ms. Helen Houston Ms. Anita Kauser Ms. Erica Groschler Lorraine & Steve Houston Ms. Charmaine Kauser Ms. Jane Gu Ms. Sylvia Hover Ms. Nicole Kauser Mr. John Gu Mr. and Mrs. Gordon & Jean Howden Ms. Kim Kavanagh Mr. Scott Gueulette Ms. Georgia Hubbick Jenifer & Brent Kean Ms. Wendy Guimont Ms. Margaret Hudson Thaddeus & Susan Kearney Mr. and Mrs. Gary & Linda Gumley Ray & Edna Hudson Ms. Emily Kearns Ms. Shirley Gunn Ms. Bernice & Marvin Hultman Mr. Richard Keats Ms. Cynthia Guzner Ms. Carol Hunt Mr. Sid Keay Ms. Serena Ha Councillor Marvin Hunt Ms. Charmaine Kauser Ms. Linda Hackett Ms. Kimberly Hunter Ms. Nicole Kauser Mr. Joe Haegert Ms. Olivia Huo Ms. Emily Kearns Mr. Larry Hagan Mr. Blake Hurney Mr. Richard Keats Ms. Felicity Haines Ms. Kristin Hurst Mr. Sid Keay 40 | P a g e
$20 - $999
Mr. Tom Keenlyside Mr. John Lawson Mr. Mark Manastyrski Mr. Roger Keery Ms. Merle Le Chasseur Pav Manchanda Ms. Barbara Kent Ms. Beth Leahy Ms. Parmjit Manhas Ms. Beverley Kenyon Mr. Bob Lebeck Ms. Edna Manke Mr. Paul Kerr Mr. Christopher Lee Ms. Jane Manning Ritu Khanna Jean Lee Mr. and Mrs. Kevin & Leah Manson Pari Khoshkhassal Ms. Judy Lee Ms. Yvonne Manson Ms. Ruth Kile Mr. Jeffery Leech Manthorpe Law Offices Byeong Yim Kim Ms. Gertrude Lees Mr. Simon Marples Rita Kim Ms. Donna Lehwald Ms. Darlene Marshall Kingsway Interiors Ltd Ms. Maria Lehwald Howard & Susan Martin Kin's Farm Market Mr. and Mrs. Willy & Mary Lehwald Ms. Joan Martin Mr. Mark Kinzel Ms. Joyce Leng Mr. Josh Martin Mr. Ken Kirby Ms. Sue Lennox Ms. Kristen Martin Damien Kirilo Mr. Steve Lewarne Ms. Mary Martin Ms. Mirjam Kirk Ms. Grace Li Alexander Mason Ms. Kristina Kirstein Ms. Robbin Lich Pam Mason Ms. Karen Kison Mr. Eric Lidemark Ms. Shelley Mathews Mr. Chris Klassen Ms. Violet Liesch Ms. Judith Gaye Matthews Ruth Klatt Ms. Brenda Lightfoot Mr. Andy Mattu Nicole & Andreas Kliempt Ms. Jane Lin Ms. Peggy Mazzarolo Ms. Courtney Knight Ms. Jenny Lin Ms. Leigh McAdam Mr. Drew Knightley Lindsay Music Ms. Kierstan McCaw Gladys Knox Mr. Peter Link Mr. and Mrs. Donald & Norma McClellan Ms. Verna Knox Mr. and Mrs. Frank & Trish Linke Ms. Andrea McCorkell Soonchun Ko Mr. Mark Linke Ms. Irene Mc Cormack Mr. Jonathan Koehn Ms. Maureen Linklater Ms. Kristen Mc Dermid Konner & Associates Financial Mr. Lloyd A Litke Mr. Stuarat Mc Dermid Services Inc Ms. Cheryl Little Ms. Sara Mc Donald Ms. Sandy Konowalchuk Mr. James Little Ms. Tamy Mc Donald Mr. Ewald Konrad Mr. Conrad Litz Ms. Elaine McGauley Mr. Mike Kooner Mr. Andy Lloyd Mr. Scott McGillivay Mr. and Mrs. Joseph & Margaret Lloyd Welburn Journeyman Construction Ms. Wendy McGilivray Kosick Lloyds Travel & Cruises Ltd Ms. Arlene McGinn Ms. Sandra Ann Kostur Ms. Yvette Lobel Dean & Collen McGoff Ms. Grace Kotowska Mr. Gordon Lockhart Ms. Bridgid McGowan Ms. Barbara Kotzer Sandy Lockwood Mr. and Mrs. Chris & Joyce McGregor Senka Kovacevic Declan Logan Mr. Mike McGuckin Ms. Holly Kovach Ms. Verna Logan Ms. Carolyn McIntosh Ms. Carla Kraft Lord Tweedsmuir Secondary School Ms. Cheryl McJannet Ms. Maria Kragelj Mr. Ken Louden Ms. Judy McKague Ms. Kathrin Krautzig Mr. Brett Lovett Ms. Carol McKay Sig & June Kristensen Ms. Margaret Lower Mr. and Mrs. Larry & Joanne McKenney Mr. Gregory Kristoff Ryan & Christy Lucas G McKill Mr. Rocky Krogfoss Mr. John Lusted Ms. Rosemary McLaren Kruger Products Ltd Mr. Barry Lygo Mr. Matt McLean Mr. Ronit Kultmann Jan Lyle Ms. Fiona McLure Kumaken BCS1247 Ralph & Karen Lyons Ms. Dawn McMichael Ms. Patricia Kumler M & M Meat Shop 347 Ms. Kathleen McNaughtin Karen & Bruce Kummen M.A. Stewart & Sons Ltd Ann McNeil Mr. Orland Kurtenbach Ben & Crystalynn Ma Ms. Pat McNeil Dr. David Kvalheim Supreet Maan Sandra Rose & Wayne McNiven Ms. Michele La Plante Ms. Lisa MacAulay Wendy McPhee Ms. Sandi LaCharite Chase & Jude MacAway Mr. and Mrs. Walter & Inge Mechler Ladybug Landscaping & Services Mr. Ron MacCormick Mr. John Medland Ms. Pui Yi (Anna) Lai Mr. and Mrs. John & Mary Macdonald Ms. Ruth Meehan Mr. Herpreet Lamba Ms. Kristin MacDonald Mr. Steve Meehan Ms. Fay Land Mr. Mike MacDonald Ajit Mehat Ms. Erika Lang P MacDonald Ms. Antje Mehdorn Ms. Kathy Langford Mr. Robert E MacGillivray Men's Breakfast Club Langley Principals & Vice-Principals Ms. Sara MacGregor Murtaza & Tahera Merali Mr. Carlos J Lapena Mr. Robert MacKeracher F Merkens Ms. Ruby Laronde Mr. David Mackie Ms. Anna Merkl Mr. Robert LaRoy Ms. Phyllis Mackie Mertin Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC Ltd Alisa Larson Colin Mackintosh Rezarta Meshi Mr. Cameron Larson Mr. and Mrs. Jim & Erica MacMaster Ms. Simonne Messier-Bifolchi Ms. Julie Lau Mr. Gary MacMillan Mr. Harold Metcalfe Mr. Brian Lauder Mr. Owen Macrae Microsoft Software Co Mr. Matthew Lauder Mr. Rob Magee Ms. Irene Middler Mr. and Mrs. Gilles & Andrea Alex Magnussen Mr. Henry Mieszkalski Lauzon Mr. Tony Maida Ms. Nita Mikl Ms. Rita Lauzon Rose Mak Mr. Craig Millar Ms. Eileen Lavigne Mr. Muhammad Afzal Malik Mr. John Millard
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$20 - $999
Mr. Bob Miller Ms. Lawrie Pennington Ms. Sheena Ram Ms. Dana L Miller M.L. Penrose Yogesh Ram Mr. John Miller Patrick & Yvonne Perez Shyamala Ramasamy Keith Miller Mr. and Mrs. Vern & Sandy Perry Ms. Teresa Randle Ms. Marlene Miller Mrs. Delia Perucho Ranger's Ocean Park Appliance Ms. Shirley Milligan Mr. Michael Perucho Mr. Ken Rausch Mr. Mark Milner Chris Petty Teofila Ravelo Mind's Eye Photography Ms. Lois Petty Raven Forest Management Ltd Mission of Care Association Mr. Mark Pezarro Ms. Yvonne Ravnic Ms. Audrey Mistiades Pharmasave Pharmacy Manolito Ravola Ms. Jade Mitchell PHH Arc Environmental Ltd Mrs. Teofila Ravola Mr. Kalvin MItchell Sarah Phillips Mr. Grant Raynard Modern Bradley Collision Ms. Joan Pierre Ms. Denise Redekop Carrie & Joe Mogollon Mr. Paul Piir Mr. Darren Redies Ms. Paige Moller Ms. Helene Pinette Mr. Guy Redmond Ms. Elfrieda Moloney Ms. Barbara Pinkiewicz Ms. Barbara Reed Ms. Edna Monk Mr. Frank Plain Mr. Ronald Regamey Trinity & Chloe Monolopoulos PLAN - Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network Mr. Rob Regan-Pollock Mr. Jim Moore Playtime Community Gaming Centres Inc Mr. Tyler Reid Ms. Tracey Moran Ms. Karen Pohlmann Mr. Raymond Reitsma Ms. Brenda Moretto Mr. and Mrs. Fred & Maria Poirier Remax Colonial Pacific Realty Mr. and Mrs. David & Niki Morgan Ms. Anna Poppleton Ms. Tanya Remillard Ms. Jane Moriarty Mr. Rick Post Mrs. Florence Revita Mr. and Mrs. William & Jeanne Morry Ms. Toni Potkins C Rhead Ms. Deborah Morton Ms. Vicki Potter Ms. Deborah Rhead Ms. Jennifer Moss Mr. Patrick Powell Ms. Brenda Rice MTC Studio Inc Mr. Hrvoje Pratezina Ms. Ester Rice Ms. Rosalinda Mulldoon Ms. Theresa Preston Jo Rice Mr. Floyd Murphy Pretty Good Choices Ken Rice R.W. Murphy Ms. Joelle Prevost Ms. Celia Rice-Jones Ms. Bonnie Murray Ms. Carol Procter Mr. Keith Rice-Jones Mr. and Mrs. Donald & Elizabeth Murray Ms. Lawrie Pennington Mr. Gus Richardson Murray Mechanical Sales Inc M.L. Penrose Ms. Mavis N Richardson Murrayville Pac Patrick & Yvonne Perez Richmond Elevator Maintenance Ltd Ms. Josefina Mutia Mr. and Mrs. Vern & Sandy Perry Rio Tinto Alcan My Tribute Gift Mrs. Delia Perucho Ms. Monique Rivard Sean Naayken Mr. Michael Perucho Rms Ready-mix Ltd Mr. Brian Naddan Chris Petty RNR Trading Inc Ms. Vicki Naef Ms. Lois Petty Ms. Luana Robertson Mr. Bala Naidoo Mr. Mark Pezarro Mr. Gary Robins Ms. Jean Nakamura Pharmasave Pharmacy Mr. Graham Robins Naked Stage Productions Society PHH Arc Environmental Ltd Ms. Caitlin Robinson Rajesh Narayan Sarah Phillips Chris Robinson Nature's Path Foods Inc Ms. Joan Pierre Mr. Donald Robinson Mr. Gordon Neely Mr. Paul Piir Ms. Jane Robinson Veronique & Michael Nell Ms. Helene Pinette Ms. Michaela Robinson Ms. Katherine Neufeld Ms. Barbara Pinkiewicz Ms. Helen Rochon Mr. Norbert Neufeld Mr. Frank Plain Ms. Marilyn Rockson Ms. Opal Neufeld PLAN - Planned Lifetime Advocacy Network Rodeo Meat Shop Mr. Heino Neumann Playtime Community Gaming Centres Inc Ms. Ingrid Roeske Ms. Liz Newell Ms. Karen Pohlmann Ms. Cynthia Roling Ms. Lois Newton Mr. and Mrs. Fred & Maria Poirier Ms. Rollande NIB Cutting & Coring Ltd Ms. Anna Poppleton Ms. Sarah Roscoe Bob & Lindy Nice Mr. Rick Post Ms. Carole Ross Nico-wynd Estates & Golf Course Ms. Toni Potkins Chris Ross Ms. Cheryl Niculeac Ms. Vicki Potter Mr. Dean Ross Ms. Margie Nillos Mr. Patrick Powell Ms. Monica Donetti Ross Ms. Donna Niven Mr. Hrvoje Pratezina Ms. Sally Ross Mrs. Anne Nixon Ms. Theresa Preston Mr. Clarence Roth Mr. Grant Nixon Pretty Good Choices Ms. Courtney Roth Ms. Lauren Nixon Ms. Joelle Prevost Ms. Irene Roth Ms. Nina Nixon Ms. Carol Procter Mr. Ewald Rouras Mr. and Mrs. Richard & Monica Nixon Provident Life & Accident Insurance Co Mr. David Rowan Shara Nixon Provincial Employees Community Services Mr. David Rowe Ms. Bobbi Noble Fund Royal Canadian Legion (240) North Pole Events Ms. Rose Provinciano Mr. William Ruppel North Surrey Lions Club Ms. Catherine Purdon Ms. Barbara Russell Northern Building Supply Ltd Mr. Paul Quinn Nicole Russell Northwest Mutual Funds Inc Linda & David Rate Mr. Richard Russell Ms. Linda Oag Mr. Dallas Raeburn S.H. Russell Mr. Reid Oalgleish Mrs. Zaineen Rajan Ms. Sharon Russell Mr. Ted O'Brien Mr. Patrick Ram Ms. Elizabeth Rutland Ms. Christine Ociepka Mr. and Mrs. Rajesh & Maya Ram Ms. Doris Rymer 42 | P a g e
$20 - $999
Ms. Tina Marie Sader Surjit Singh Ms. Debbie and Chris Swartz Neelam Sahota Ms. Diane Skirda Mr. and Mrs. Doug & Carol Swityk Ms. Ilona Saigeon Small Ritual Coffee Society Mr. Roland Swityk Mr. Arnold Salaguba Ms. Lucill Smerdal Mr. James Sy Mini Sall Mr. Don Smit Ms. Gladys Symmes Ms. Carol Sallenback Mr. Adam Smith Mr. Fred Syrnyk Ms. Sheila Sampson Ms. Amy Smith Ms. Carolyn Strobl Surinder Samsha Mr. Blair Smith Mr. Daryl Sturdy Ms. Gloria Samson Ms. Genevieve Smith Mr. Arnel Sucro Ms. Rose Samson Mr. and Mrs. Gordon & Ingrid Smith Ms. Cherry Sullivan Mr. Ryan Samson Mr. Howard Smith Ms. Gail Sullivan Linda & Glenn Sanchez Ms. Rose Smith Ms. Ida Sullivan Ms. Jill Sanders Ms. Ruth Smith Ms. Kathy Sullivan Mr. Conroy Sandy Ms. Bernice Snook Mr. Lloyd Sullivan Manreet Sangha Alla Sodyl Lobel Mr. Raymonde Sullivan Ms. Tina Sarling Mr. Felix Soheili Mr. Peter Sum Mr. Dan Saunders Brook Sokalski Ms. Evelyn Suprun Scanway Construction Mr. and Mrs. Keith & Renee Solinsky Ms. Clair Sutherland Mr. Raymond Schachter Brody Somersgill Ms. Patsy Suttorp Ms. Sylvia Schaefer Ms. Mavis Somerville Ms. Genevieve Sveinson Mr. Miles Schiler Mr. John Soucy Ms. Sue Swaffield Ms. Patricia Schill Soullutions Counselling Mr. and Mrs. Ralph & Audrey Swail Mr. Miles Schiller South Surrey & White Rock Chamber of Ms. Debbie and Chris Swartz Ms. Andrea Schmelcher Commerce Mr. and Mrs. Doug & Carol Swityk Ms. Karen Schmelcher South Surrey / White Rock Newcomers Club Mr. Roland Swityk Ms. Mary Schmok Southridge School Alumni Association Mr. James Sy Ms. Rhonda Scholz Mr. Stu Spear Ms. Gladys Symmes Gloria Schultz Ms. Terri Spear Mr. Fred Syrnyk Ms. Jane Scott Ms. Dorie Sprung Mr. Alan Thomson Ms. Janice Scott Mr. and Mrs. Laurence & Joan St Pierre Mr. Bob Thomson Mr. and Mrs. Wayne & Elizabeth Scott Ms. Natasa Stankovic Lesley Thorpe Seaquam Secondary School Mr. Patrick Stapleton Mr. Rob Thorsteinsen Ms. Vicki Seatter Star Rentals Ltd Tiffin Neely Gallery Mr. Andrew Seidel Starbucks Ms. Silvia Tindall Mr. Bob Semaniuk Ms. Audrey Staudacher Ms. Myrna Tiojanco Semiahmoo Secondary School Ms. Linda Stead Valerie Titford Ms. Betty Elizabeth Senior Ms. Linda Steinbach Ms. Caitlin Toews Sentry Investments Mr. Thane Stenner Ms. Debbie Toews Sentry Select Capital Corp Steven Figner Management Services Inc Mr. Edward Tokarczyk Ms. Jacqueline Sephton Ms. Andrea Stevenson Mr. Grant Tomlinson Seven Seas Seafood Group Mr. and Mrs. David & Mitsue Stevenson Terry Tomm Ms. Sharon Sevilla Mr. Malcom Stewart Jo Tonita Mr. Ken Sewell Mr. Nigel Stewart Mr. Herb W Topp Ms. Ann Shade Mr. Douglas Stone Mr. Garry Torgness Mr. and Mrs. Sharon & Jack Shalinsky Ms. Debbie Stoyles Ms. Jane Torgness Mr. Stephen Shalinsky Strata Corp NW2795 Mr. Thomas Torrance Ms. Anna Shane Mr. Deeno Strauts Leanne Toth Mr. Clifford Shannon Mr. Matthew Strauts Mr. James Toy Ms. Rosalie Shannon Steven Figner Management Services Inc Ms. Phien Van Tran Shapeshifters Native Art Ms. Andrea Stevenson Mr. David Tredgett Amit Sharma Mr. and Mrs. David & Mitsue Stevenson Ms. Brenda Veller Ms. Dhirendra Sharma Mr. Malcom Stewart M Venema Shalini & Amend Sharma Mr. Nigel Stewart Ms. Tamas Vepy Shawnee Driving School Inc Mr. Douglas Stone Ms. Melanie Verkerk Sheila's Catering Co. Ms. Debbie Stoyles Shiv Verma Ms. Arlene Sheperd Strata Corp NW2795 Villa Verdi Ristorante Italiano Ltd Ms. Kari Sheppard Mr. Deeno Strauts Village Travel & Cruises Inc Ms. Tracie Sheppard Mr. Matthew Strauts Ms. Louella Vincent Ms. Karen Shibley Fry Ms. Carolyn Strobl Ms. Sharon Vipond Ms. Debbie Shima Mr. Daryl Sturdy W.R. & S.S. Newcomers Alumni Ms. Carol Shinners Mr. Arnel Sucro Ms. Dolores Wach Mr. Mark Shklover Ms. Cherry Sullivan Ms. Anne Wachsmuth Ms. Maria Short Ms. Gail Sullivan Ms. Cindy Walker SHS Ms. Ida Sullivan Mr. and Mrs. Glen & Janet Walker Ms. Cathy Shum Ms. Kathy Sullivan Ms. Jean Walker Ms. Donna Shum Mr. Lloyd Sullivan Ms. Louise Walker Sidewinder Conversions & Mobility Ltd Mr. Raymonde Sullivan Ms. Anne Walls Manjit & Radjinder Sidhu Mr. Peter Sum Ms. Sharon Walls Prabhroop K Sidhu Ms. Evelyn Suprun Mr. Todd Walsh Ms. Carolyn Sidnell Ms. Clair Sutherland Patrick Wanamaker Mr. Ernest Roy Silver Ms. Patsy Suttorp Mr. Adam Wang Sinbad School of Sailing Ms. Genevieve Sveinson Ms. April Wang Councillor Lynne Sinclair Ms. Sue Swaffield Ms. Marissa Wang Ms. Pam Sinclair Mr. and Mrs. Ralph & Audrey Swail Ying Wang 43 | P a g e
$20 - $999
Mr. Andrew Ward White Rock Medical Associates Ms. Debra Wright Ms. Debbie Ward White Rock Tourism Mr. and Mrs. John & Sharon Wright Ms. Ruth Ward White Spot Lee Wright Ward Street Associates White Spot Morgan Crossing Ms. Phyllis Wright Ward Street Associates White Spot Restaurants Ms. Wendy Wright Mary Wareham Mr. Fred Whitelaw Ms. Janette Wu Ms. Arlene Warner Mr. John Wiebe Mr. Robert Wyborn Mr. Brian Warner Mr. and Mrs. Hartmut & Nora Wieler Kun Xu Mr. Rick Watford Ms. Judie Wikon Kyle Xu Mr. Scott Watson Mr. John Wild Ms. Nora Xu Mrs. Clair Weatherby Mr. and Mrs. John & Jan Wild Ms. Trudy Yamabe Ms. Linda Wedlock Mr. Robert Wilkins B.J. Yates Ms. Susan Weiczorek Ms. Jocelyn Willis Ms. Cathy Yeamans Mr. William Weiler Ms. Susan Willis Ms. Meghan Yorston Eric & Brenda Weiss Willowbrook Collision Ms. Roberta Yoshihara Mr. Duncan Welbourne Mr. Gary Wilton Mr. David Young Mr. Mel Welch Ms. Susan Wingate Ms. Judy Young Mr. Benjamin West Mr. Ian Winning Ms. Lynne Young Mr. Frederick West Ms. Svetlana Wise Mr. Peter Young Ms. Susan West Raiden Wodak Mr. Bruce Youngman West Coast Downsizings Solution Inc Ms. Edith Wolff Dr. G Yousif West Coast Food Pak Systems Ltd Ms. Esther Wolff Ms. Anne Yuen Ms. Margaret Wheeler Leo Wong Mr. Mark Yuen Ms. Norma Wheeler Mr. John Wood Ms. Iris Yule Mr. Peter L Wheeler Ms. Sheri Wood Mr. Evan Zaleschuk Whitby's Books & Gifts Mr. Clark Woodland Charlyn Zara Mr. and Mrs. Irwin & Margaret White Mr. Mitchell Woodlook Mr. Brad Zembic White Rock & South Surrey Art Society;The Ms. Brenda Woosnam Ms. Josie Zhang White Rock Centre For Positive Living Mr. Barry Worsfold Ms. Charlotte Zukawsky White Rock Glass 2005 Ltd Mr. Raymond Worth Mr. Doug Zukawsky
< $20.00
Mr. Brad Ackerman Mr. Roland Enarson Mr. Daniel Kacani Mr. Vince Rubles Ms. Pamela Ackerman Alanna Evans Mr. Weldon Kilburn Elham Saadatian All of Oils, Wholesome Oils & Vinegars Ms. Wendy Ford Mr. Franklin Kuo Ms. Marla Sageoh Mr. Rob Andrus Mr. Mark Foster Mr. Josh Lalas Mr. Davinder Sandhu Valentina Araneda Ms. Coral Fouchon Torsten Lenk Denise Schmidt Ms. Gail Arlin Jessica Frigon Ms. Carmen Leung Ms. Robyn Schmidt Devin Armowe Ms. Lindsey Gage-Cole Sidong Li Christina Schneider Ms. Mona Aumair Mr. Tyler Gammon Mr. Evan Lockhart Mr. Albert Schoemaker Ms. Marlene Baertl Ms. Diane Gariepy Ms. Melanie Low Carly Seekings Puneet Bains Camille Gaudry David Lu Andrea Senff Ms. Sheena Ball Ms. Paulette Gendron Mr. Dave Luca Ms. Judith Shirley Ms. Susan Bennett Carleen Gillis Connie Magee David Sim Melissa Biggar Ms. Melanie Goetken Irena Marcetic Tammy Son Marcy Billyard Ms. Barb Goode Bronwyn Marlowe Jessica Sorjonen Mr. Keaton Boughen Mr. Darryl Gossen Ms. Noreen McCarthy Ms. Marguerite Soucy Ms. Lauren Briggs Ms. Ann Gray Ms. Karen McGregor Ms. Katelyn Stashyn Mr. Jeremy Brown Ms. Carly Grier Ms. Bonnie McInnis Mr. Jack Styan Liam Brown Brith Gunthner Mr. Evan Miksch Cindy Tang Robin Brown Lara Guze Ms. Shelby Miksch Daire Tierney Kara Butler Mr. Scott Hainer Ms. Chantelle Millard Debra Tod Sara Byrne Maiken Hansen Ms. Abby Miller Mr. Nate Toevs Frances Chiang Tomas Hansen Jim Moore Ms. Marilou Tolentino Alice Chien Ms. Elizabeth Harding Sheryl Moriarity Linda Turnbul Laura Cooper Mr. Mike Hebert Ms. Janie Noftle Sam Underwood Brenda Craig Leah Holliday Mr. Terence Oilano Mr. Ron Wakely Ms. Frances Cruise Ms. Neomi Horvath Agnes Palmarchetty Vasilica Watts Suzanne Danielsen Mr. Barrie Houghton Lisa Paterson Ms. Marie White Dr. Joyce Dennison Ashley Huth Ms. Linda Pearce E Wightman Bobby Dhaliwal Ms. Elsie Igualada Giselle Pereira Mr. Wil Wolitski Nav Dhesa Ms. Suzie Jones Mr. Gil Pettigrew Ms. Debbie Wood Debbie Dickie Ms. Carmel Joy Mr. Norm Pringle Ms. Brianne Zachariuk Mr. Chris Drinovz Ms. Paula Juricie Mr. Garet Robinson
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In Memoriam
Deep in our hearts we fondly remember friends who have passed away during the past year.
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