Volunteer of the Year
Congratulations to Robert Leroux on winning Volunteer of the Year!
Thank you for all of the hard work that you have done. Robert has held the positions of President and Vice President at the Langley Pos-Abilities Society in the past. Now, due to his growing business, he has moved on to other ventures. We wish you the best in everything that you do Robert!
Paul Volchoff’s Words About Robert:
Robert trained me on how to do P.A.D. He supported my ideas and encouraged me to do my first delivery solo. He had a lot of confidence in me. We also share the same humour. Best of all, we became really good friends. I wish Robert all the success and happiness that this world has to offer.
Our New Board Members
Zosia Ettenberg – Founder and Executive Director
Zosia Ettenberg – Founder and Executive DirectorLittle Pieces Of Me:
- I know four languages: English, French, Polish and German.
- I have a service dog named Vanstone, who is the cutest! He loves celery.
- I have two sons who I am very proud of.
Colleen Loewen – Treasurer
What Makes Me, Me:
- My husband and I have been married for 27 years and have three kids.
- I am described as being loyal, friendly, committed, outgoing, honest, and kind.
- I enjoy doing puzzles, collecting coins, and walking at beaches and parks.
Paul Volchoff – Director of P.A.D Program and Recycling
Paul Volchoff – Director of P.A.D Program and RecyclingWhat Is Important About Me:
- I would give the shirt off my back for someone less fortunate.
- I am hard working, happy, giving, patient, funny, a prankster
- I enjoy playing golf, learning to play guitar, photography and studying human behaviour.
Brayden Griffiths – Director of Volunteers
Brayden Griffiths – Director of VolunteersFun Facts About Me:
- I enjoy playing music. I play the guitar, ukulele, and saxophone.
- I have one younger sister, who is in the nursing program at Trinity Western University.
- I enjoy following MMA and the NHL. Go Canucks!!
- My favorite food is butter chicken or sushi.
- When it’s nice out, I enjoy hiking around BC.
Graeme Thompson – Director of Marketing
Graeme Thompson – Director of MarketingAbout Me:
- I am described as being loyal, diligent, hard working, caring, supportive, and a good listener.
- I have two dogs, both shitzus.
Rod Bitz – Director of Accessibility Audit and TOAD Program
Rod Bitz – Director of Accessibility Audit and TOAD ProgramInteresting Facts About Me:
- I have a lovely wife named Debbie, three younger brothers – Jim, Tim & Rob and two younger twin sisters – Lisa & Lori.
- I am described as: hardworking, humourful, caring, helpful, athletic and selfless.
- I enjoy watching a lot of hockey & football, reading and watching good movies.
Get details about these board members here.
Directors Needed For The Executive Board
We are looking for two more members to join our Executive Board!
If you are someone with leadership skills and a sense of humour, this position could be for you. Please email your resume to Zosia and you will be contacted quickly.
Supporting People
Kaleigh Burnet
I am posting on Facebook and creating the newsletter. I hope you are enjoying everything!
Rita Siebert
I am helping Zosia with administrative tasks! I am happy to be part of the team.
Here are the medals that we proudly keep on Langley Pos-Abilities Office wall. Each one is a symbol of something special, a memory or an award. As we look towards the future, we also look back at everything the Langley Pos-Abilities Society has accomplished. We are proud of where we have been and where we are going.
Come join us on our journey! Volunteering brings its own sense of accomplishment – and it feels pretty good to know that you have helped someone or contributed to the team effort.