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Trout Lake’s Pottery Sale

Trout Lake’s Pottery Club is hosting a pottery sale! Come get a chance to purchase hand crafted pottery from local artisans.

WHEN: Friday November 24th, 4 – 9pm, Saturday November 25th 9am – 4pm

WHERE: Trout Lake Community Centre, 3350 Victoria Drive, Art Studio

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Creative Crafters - Nepean Seniors Recreation Centre

Trout Lake’s Seniors Bake, Quilt and Knit Sale

Everyone is invited to come enjoy the home baked goods of TL Seniors and check out the hand made crafts of the TL Knitting and Quilting groups!

WHEN: Saturday, November 25th, 9am – 3pm

WHERE: Trout Lake Community Centre, 3350 Victoria Drive, Centre Lobby

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CLBC Resources for Aging Families

CLBC Community Councils have been trying to raise awareness on the challenges of aging, and the planning supports available to individuals and families supported by CLBC who are getting older. Here is a list of recommended supports:

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Fairmont Christmas tree lighting to be city's first-ever

Killarney Community Holiday Tree Lighting

Killarney is welcoming everyone in the community to come witness the lighting of their holiday tree! There will also be hot chocolate, treats, crafts and caroling to get you in the holiday spirit. All ages are welcome but any child under 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

WHEN: Saturday, November 25th, 6 – 8pm

WHERE: Killarney Community Centre, 6260 Killarney Street

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9 Vancouver restaurants serving special holiday lunches | Dished

Renfrew Seniors Holiday Luncheon

Come enjoy a delightful feast, fun entertainment, new friends, and door prizes! Registration is $14.29 and is required, but meals can be purchased the day of depending on availability.

Menu – Roasted turkey with cranberry sauce and stuffing, mash potatoes and gravy, mixed seasonal vegetables, and seasonal desserts and cookies.

WHEN: Wednesday, December 6th, 12 – 2pm

WHERE: Renfrew Park Community Centre, 2929 22nd Ave E

Click here for registration 

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November is Indigenous Disability Awareness Month in BC!

The British Columbia Aboriginal Network on Disability Society (BCANDS) created Indigenous Disability Awareness Month  in 2015 to raise awareness and celebrate the overlooked contributions made by First Nations, Métis and Inuit people with disabilities in communities across the province of BC, and address the unique challenges and barriers they face.

Click here to learn more about the services provided by IDC/BCANS

Click here to learn about the 2024 IDC/BCANDS National Indigenous Disability and Wellness Gathering

Click here for the official proclamation

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For those receiving benefits with Spectrum, we offer our EAP (Employee Assistance Program) to provide 24/7 confidential support to our employees. If you are not currently receiving group benefits but are in need of support, please reach out to your supervisor or Human Resources at hr@spectrumsociety.org so we can provide you with accessible options of support. For immediate access to set up assistance, you can click here: Lumino VC (dialogue.co) OR download the app directly onto your smart device by going to the App Store and searching Lumino Health Virtual Care. The graphic is as follows and you will need your benefit group number and Access ID to set it up:

Lumino Health Virtual Care – Apps on Google Play

When accessing EAP via the app is not possible:

·       Plan members can get access to immediate help through their EAP by calling 1-844-342-3327A Member Service Specialist will assess your needs and coordinate care with the appropriate resources.

Plan members are also able to access the EAP through the app or online.

If you or your dependents are having trouble using the app or website and need help accessing your account, they can:

For questions regarding benefits plan information, you can

*Applies to all Lumino Health Virtual Care products – Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Primary Care, Stress Management & Well-Being

Spectrum recognizes that our teams do an incredible job of supporting people in our services. The work that each of you do is valuable and at times, difficult. Please do honor what your body/mind may be communicating. If you feel increased stress or grief, please pay attention to those signals and reach out to the EAP or us for resources of support.

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What is happening in Vancouver in November?

Click on the link below to see what’s happening:

https://www.destinationvancouver.com/events/calendar-of-events/vancouver-events-in-november/

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Employee Referral Program Vector Art, Icons, and Graphics for Free Download

Is there anyone you know that is looking for meaningful work?

If you have a friend, family member or meet someone in the community that is interested in joining the team and you refer them to Spectrum, you could be eligible for a referral bonus!

If the person referred is hired and maintains at least 6 months of consistent employment with Spectrum, we will award a $250 Referral Bonus.

*for more information on the program, please email hr@spectrumsociety.org

We thank you for bringing us quality applicants/employees!