Kudos & Photos

Bernie with her medal

The Awards

2002 was an eventful year for our leader, Bernie Whiteford. On May, 16, 2002 she was nominated for the YWCA'S Woman of Distinction Award in the Health and Wellness category. Ms. Whiteford says she was honoured to have been a finalist in such a brilliant and honourable celebration for women.

On November 8, 2002 Bernie was a proud recipient of the Queen's Golden Jubilee Commemorative Medal for her outstanding community work in Vancouver 's downtown eastside. MP Libby Davies and MLA Jenny Kwan presented the award.

At Helping Spirit Lodge Society it is important to honour and acknowledge everyone who has contributed to building a safer and healthier community. Helping Spirit Lodge Society acknowledges and gives appreciation to the following persons who have worked with Helping Spirit Lodge Society.

On September 2002 Helping Spirit Lodge Society awarded some very special members for their loyalty and steadfastness in building a sound foundation for Helping Spirit Lodge Society.

15 Year Awards

Fifteen year plaque was presented to Laura Talbot, Elder, Board Member and Treasurer.

10 Year Awards

Ten year plaques were presented to

Hazel Cardinal, Outreach Worker, Program Coordinator - 2005
Donna Doss , Secretary/Receptionist - 2003
Laura Talbot, Elder - 2002
Bertha Tallio, President- 2002
Rahim Meghji, Accountant - 2002
Bernie Whiteford, Executive Director - 2002
Peter Wynohrodnyk, Volunteer/Maintenance – 2002

5 Year Awards

Five year traditional vests were presented to

Beverley Dagg Lopez, Treasurer - 2002
Donna Doss, Secretary/Receptionist - 2002
Hazel Cardinal, Outreach Worker/Team Leader - 2002
Juanita Johnson, Security Worker – 2002

Photo Album


White Raven Wellness Drum - a women's healing drum made by Old Hands

Christmas Reunion Party 2005

David Emerson, MP, making a presentation to Bertha Tallio, President, Helping Spirit Lodge Society	Sue Hammell, MLA with Hazel Cardinal, Executive Director

Edna Tait, Outreach Worker, Ann Toye, Support Worker & Allenda Adolph, working hard wielding knives	Christmas Elves working hard

Patricia McKinnon, our Christmas elf with Hazel Cardinal, Executive Director, Helping Spirit Lodge Society	Bertha Tallio, President, Board of Directors, Sue Hammel, MLA & Hazel Cardinal, Executive Director

Volunteers at the Christmas Reunion Party - hard workers all
Aboriginal Day 2005

Mooshum Bob's Little Jiggers, Aboriginal Day 2005