For currently certified Personality Dimensions Level 1 Facilitators seeking to become PD Facilitator-Trainers, Level 2 in-person training can be arranged. Facilitator-Trainers will need to either (1) identify a group of people who are seeking Level 2 qualification, select dates, and arrange a location or (2) identify a group of people who are seeking to achieve…
Personality Dimensions® is a comprehensive model that deepens understanding of, and appreciation for, individual differences. To use this model, facilitators need to successfully complete Facilitator Qualification (Level I) training. Course participants will develop/enhance their knowledge of Personality Dimensions® with a specific focus on understanding personality type/temperament history; exploring the tool’s history, development, and components; and…
This 90 minute workshop will help your organization identify and remove barriers to accessibility in emergency planning. It will provide you with a framework and strategies for ensuring that people with disabilities are considered when preparing for emergency situations. Self-paced, online course options are also available. To register or learn more, please contact m.lyon@telus.net.
In BC’s community service and non-profit sector, supervisors are on the frontlines of complex, emotionally demanding work. Whether leading teams that support individuals facing poverty, trauma, addiction, or other vulnerabilities, you're constantly navigating high-stakes situations with limited resources. This ongoing pressure doesn’t just stay at work — it can follow you home, impacting your personal…
In the world of non-profits and community service, the demands are high, and the resources are limited. Whether it’s time, funding, staff, or expertise — there never seems to be enough. As a supervisor or project lead, you’re expected to juggle frontline needs, reporting requirements, team support, and strategic goals, all while trying to make…
Supervising staff in community service organizations comes with a unique set of challenges—limited budgets, staffing shortages, and scarce resources can make effective performance management feel out of reach. Yet, building a strong, mission-driven team starts with setting clear expectations, coaching for success, and addressing performance issues proactively and fairly. We also have to effectively identify…
Stepping into a supervisory role in the community services and non-profit sector is both exciting and demanding. For new Supervisors—especially those promoted from within—managing former peers, navigating strained resources, and supporting frontline staff working under pressure can feel overwhelming without the right tools. This practical, 3-hour workshop is designed specifically for new or emerging Supervisors…
