Category Archives: training

PATH Training – September 2012 – Burnaby

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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Follow Your Dreams!

The Self Advocate Caucus of Prince George and Self Advocate Peer Liaison Penny Soderena- Sutton worked incredibly hard to pull off an interesting and inspiring two day conference on May 13th and 14th called “Follow Your Dreams”. Continue reading

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Upcoming Training Opportunities

There are a number of upcoming workshops in BC for agencies, individuals and families… Continue reading

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What to do with a thousand headaches

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

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Welcome to Spectrum News April – August 2011

This month’s e-newsletter has articles on some of the activities that have been happening this summer and looks forward to a busy Fall. Continue reading

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The Talabis Family Journey

Jayson and his family share their story of transitions and finding the right community supports for Jayson. Continue reading

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David Pitonyak – Supporting People with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

David Pitonyak is leading a public workshop on Supporting People with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder on September 26, 2011. Continue reading

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Agreement and Appreciation

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

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

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What makes for great mentorship?

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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Canada votes May 2, 2011

There is a federal election scheduled for May 2, 2011 and voting is a right and privilege for which people around the world are demonstrating and fighting. Continue reading

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Spectrum’s Person of the Month: Larry Greco

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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The Spectrum Society Open House and AGM

Our Open House Was A Success and a lot of fun because of some great people. Dallas was our host, helping everyone find their way around. He was amazing. Patrick joined us, all the way from Montreal and gave his input to our vision. Continue reading

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Free Event – Pat Fratangelo “What has been Learned from helping People get Lifestyles that Ideally suite them: The Story of Onondaga Community Living”

Free Workshop on Tuesday, October 19, 2010 – Pat Fratangelo speaking about “ What Has Been Learned From Helping People Get Lifestyles That Ideally Suit Them: The Story Of Onondaga Community Living” Continue reading

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