Author Archives: Judy Smith

About Judy Smith

I am the Office Manager at Spectrum Society. I work with our staff, supported individuals, their families, friends and everyone who comes to visit at the office. I also enjoy working on special projects with our Personal Support Network team, headed by Aaron Johannes, Director of Research, Training and Development. I have thoroughly enjoyed working with everyone over the past 11 years and look forward to many many more!

Annual Summer Picnic – Wednesday July 17th 3:00 to 6:00 pm

Posted on 2013/06/18 by Judy Smith

Come out to the annual summer picnic at John Hendry Park – Trout Lake – and enjoy fun, friends and food. July 17, 2013 from 3pm to 6pm. Continue reading →

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Folks We Care About: Adam, Karen, Jenny, Tom, Margaret, Gary and Veronica

Posted on 2013/06/18 by Judy Smith

Pictures of folks out and about town… Continue reading →

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Best Wishes in your retirement, Carlos!

Posted on 2013/06/18 by Judy Smith

The Taunton Team held a retirement party at the office on Wednesday, April 23, for Carlos Costa, who has worked at Spectrum since September 1999. Continue reading →

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Rachel Suri promoted to HR Manager

Posted on 2013/06/18 by Judy Smith

We are happy to announce that after 2 ½ years in our HR department, working hard on her development and leadership, Rachel Suri has been promoted to our Human Resources Manager! Continue reading →

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Bazaar in support of Madagascar Community Development Society, Saturday June 22nd.

Posted on 2013/06/18 by Judy Smith

Come out on Saturday June 22nd 10:00 am to 3:00 pm and find out more about Madagascar from Rachelle Czerwinski. Continue reading →

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Congratulations Spectrum Runners and Rollers

Posted on 2013/05/22 by Judy Smith

Sixteen individuals from Spectrum Society joined the 48,196 participants in this year’s Vancouver Sun Run 10 K walk, run or stroll April 21st, 2013. Continue reading →

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CLBC WOW Award Winner!

Posted on 2012/12/08 by Judy Smith

Nevada nominated his boss Chris Kamachi for a WOW!clbc Award to recognize his performance as an outstanding inclusive employer. Continue reading →

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A Photo of That Moment!

Posted on 2012/12/07 by Judy Smith

Richard and Chad made a photo book of Richard’s meetings with media personalities. Continue reading →

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Spectrum’s Person of the month: Nicholas Czerwinski

Posted on 2012/08/24 by Judy Smith

In the past, it was challenging to make friends outside of the family nucleus but lately, now that I became part of the Spectrum family, this has changed. Continue reading →

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Linda’s Vacation in Osoyoos

Posted on 2012/08/24 by Judy Smith

Linda enjoys getting away on vacation. This year’s trip was to Osoyoos to meet up with her sister Randi. Continue reading →

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In July this year, Kathy and Debbie shared a couple of days together vacationing in Harrison Hot Springs, B.C. Continue reading →

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Co-op Radio would love to hear from you!

Posted on 2012/08/24 by Judy Smith

Co-op Radio is looking for new hosts and guests to be a part of our exciting radio show. Continue reading →

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Spectrum Person of the month: Shelley Bourne

Posted on 2012/06/15 by Judy Smith

I sail at Jericho Sailing Club in the summer every year. I love going to pubs and found I really like watching the Canucks. Continue reading →

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Bazaar in support of Madagascar Community Development Society, Saturday June 16

Posted on 2012/06/15 by Judy Smith

The Madagascar Community Development Society is hosting a Bazaar on Saturday, June 16 and we encourage you to go out, support them, and learn more about Madagascar. Rachelle Czerwinski is a leader of this project. Continue reading →

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