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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 pendant was presented to Hazel Cardinal, 2008- Executive Director
  Fifteen year plaque was presented to Laura Talbot, Elder, Board Member and Treasurer.
  Fifteen year pendant was presented to Rahim Meghji- CMA, Accountant
  Fifteen year pendant was also presented to Laura Talbot-2006
  Fifteen year pendant was presented to Bertha Tallio-2007
  

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10 Year Awards

Ten year plaques were presented to

• Hazel Cardinal, Outreach Worker, Program Coordinator - 2005
• Donna Doss , Secretary/Receptionist/intake support worker- 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

• Olivia Jim, Head Office-Outreach Worker/ Accounting Assistant- 2007
• Ann Toye, Support Worker-Spirit Lodge- 2003
• Carol Barrett, Support Worker-Spirit Lodge- 2005
• Geni Manual, CHOICES Program Coordinator-2006
  
• Beverley Dagg Lopez, Treasurer - 2002
• Donna Doss, Secretary/Receptionist/Intake Support Worker- 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
	Helping Spirit Lodge Society

Links to…

• 15 Year Awards
• 10 Year Awards
• 5 Year Awards
• Photo Album

Bernie with her medal

The Awards