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The Q Centre

Today we checked out The Q Centre, where our Montreal Canadiens Alumni Charity Hockey Game is taking place on February 10, 2019. Umbrella is REALLY excited about this fundraiser, and the details are starting to come together. The staff at The Q Centre, The Grizzlies and...
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TJ!

This happy pup continues to love his life, and his favourite people at Cooper House. We knew TJ was scared of brooms, mops and a few other things, but have learned that he does not like the dark. Umbrella is going to get him a few night lights to help ease his anxiety a...
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Puppies!

It was a tough start to the work day today for Evan and Lesley. While sharing about Umbrella with provincial employees, a group of adorable puppies arrived filled with energy, licks and love! Puppies make early morning starts worthwhile!
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Project Connect 2018

Project Connect is one of our favorite community events and it's not hard to see why. Yesterday, Blake and Cait had a great time connecting with the community and learning about the other resources available to people struggling with housing, mental health, addiction and ...
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Goodbye Chris

Today was a sad day at Umbrella. Our long time team member Chris has resigned after 6 years with us. Chris has had many career paths from a coroner to airline steward, we can't wait to see what his next adventure is! There were lots of hugs, tears, memories and, of c...
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CFB Esquimalt

Today Mike and Robyn were at CFB Esquimalt for the launch of United Way's Campaign. There was a lot of great interactions, lots of interest in Umbrella and lots of fun to be had by these two. We love these opportunities to meet new people and talk about the great work U...
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Safety First!

Somedays you just never know what to expect when you start your day at Umbrella. This morning our Team Lead Chris, shared his story on behalf of the United Way with a hard hat. safety goggles and a safety vest! Chris was welcomed by hundreds of caring workplace employee...
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Royals Season Kickoff

Tonight Umbrella staff Sharlene and Blake and a couple of Cooper House residents gathered at the Save On Foods Arena to celebrate the start of the Victoria Royals hockey season. This was the kick off for season ticket holders and the energy and excitement could be felt b...
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Recovery Capital Conference

Umbrella's Lesley and Angela were able to attend the Recovery Capital Conference of Canada in New Westminster on September 6 & 7. They both have said this was an incredible conference, with a lot of great new ideas and new ways of thinking. The conference introduced u...
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New staff, new photos

It was time to update our team photos again, so we arranged the talented Erin Ruff, from Erinruffphotography.com to capture our awesome team. If you are looking for a great photographer that is easy to work with and takes amazing shots, we happily recommend Erin! We als...