Category Archives: strategic planning

PATH Training – September 2012 – Burnaby

Posted on 2012/08/10 by Ernie Baatz

Spectrum Learning is hosting a 4 day workshop on PATH – Planning Alternative Tomorrows with Hope – in September (10th to 13th) in Burnaby, BC Continue reading →

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CARF Survey May 2nd to 4th, 2012

Posted on 2012/05/01 by Ernie Baatz

Spectrum is welcoming two surveyors from the Commission on Accreditation of Rehabilitation Facilities (CARF) to Vancouver May 2nd to 4th. Continue reading →

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Spectrum E-News – September 2011

Posted on 2011/09/22 by Ernie Baatz

Welcome to the Spectrum e-newsletter for September 2011. In this newsletter, you will find articles on some of the great summer adventures people have experienced, get introduced to some of the talented people who receive supports from Spectrum, and read some thought-provoking comments on the way our society is changing. Continue reading →

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Open House and AGM

Posted on 2011/09/22 by Ernie Baatz

Spectrum’s Open House and Annual General Meeting are scheduled for Tuesday, October 25, 2011. Continue reading →

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What to do with a thousand headaches

Posted on 2011/09/22 by julesandrebrown

It’s easier than ever to make an open source call out for support to make something happen. Continue reading →

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Agreement and Appreciation

Posted on 2011/08/23 by julesandrebrown

Here’s a few ideas that we’ve gleaned from the Better networks for a better life. Continue reading →

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Leading Change

Posted on 2011/07/04 by julesandrebrown

Leading Change was a neat event at the Creekside Community Center in Vancouver. Continue reading →

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What makes for great mentorship?

Posted on 2011/04/18 by julesandrebrown

There was a great discussion on mentoring in London this morning. It was done through the Guardian’s Social Enterprise Network. Continue reading →

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Non Profit Innovation Camp

Posted on 2011/03/14 by Ernie Baatz

The Nonprofit Innovation Camp on March 4 and 5, 2011 in Vancouver took an open space approach with a few keynote speakers to energize the crowd. Open space means that attendees determined what workshops took place and what ideas, topics, and issues got discussed. Continue reading →

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Employer Bus Pass Program launched

Posted on 2011/02/21 by Ernie Baatz

The Translink Employer Bus Pass Program allows employees to buy monthly bus passes for a 15% discount with a one year commitment. The passes must be paid by payroll deduction. Continue reading →

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Two new websites to help you share your own story.

Posted on 2011/01/01 by julesandrebrown

Hello everyone, Welcome to 2011 I hope the new year is treating you well.   2010 was a big year for people connecting through the Internet – truly incredible to see the support  from people near and far for finding new ways to make friends.   It’s … Continue reading →

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Spectrum’s Person of the Month: Larry Greco

Posted on 2010/12/16 by Judy Smith

I had the privilege of interviewing Larry Greco, Manager, ABI and Small Programs about a very special collaborative project he has been pioneering with CLBC, BC Housing and Spectrum Society. I am proud to be able to share the following success story with you… Continue reading →

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Spectrum’s New Strategic Plan

Posted on 2010/11/14 by Susan Stanfield

Spectrum Society has a new strategic plan, which charts a course for our organization for the next three years (2010-2013). Continue reading →

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Annual Report 2010

Posted on 2010/11/14 by Susan Stanfield

Spectrum’s Annual Report provides you with information on the activities and people of Spectrum over the past year. Continue reading →

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