We are pleased to announce that effective November 1^st, three Guest Suites will again be available to reserve for families/guests of Menno Place residents. There is one guest suite in Primrose Gardens, one in Terrace West and one in the Pavilion. Rates and booking information can be found below.

There are a few important details for you to note:

• All bookings are made with Angela at Reception – 604.851.4000
• Until November 15^th, reservations for the Christmas Season (Dec 1st – Jan 7th) will be available only to residents of the building in which the Guest Suite is located. After November 15^th, any available suite can be booked.
• Please contact Reception if you h ave any questions regarding the Guest Suites.

We ask for your patience as we are reopening our Guest Suites. We are glad to offer this service to you, and we will address any hiccups as we go along and learn the booking system. If you have any questions or concerns, please do not hesitate to contact Leonard Klassen, Interim Manager of Independent & Supportive Living (604.851.4006).

Guest Suite Descriptions and Rates

There are three guest suites available on campus for bookings. Rates are inclusive of all taxes/fees, including parking.  Occupancy Limits may be adjusted depending on age of children (if applicable). A 1-night stay surcharge of $40 will be added to stays less than 2 nights.

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Pavilion (Suite 222) – Bachelor Suite
2023 Rate:   $90/night
Occupancy Limit:   4

Full Kitchen (no dishwasher), Dishes, Dining Table w/ 2 chairs, Queen Bed, Pull Out Bed, Futon/Couch, TV, Individual coffee pot, toaster, microwave, Full Bath w/ tub, Portable Fan

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Terrace West (Suite 102) – Bachelor Suite
2023 Rate:   $90/night
Occupancy Limit:   2

Queen Bed, Couch, TV, Small Desk/Table w/ chair, Full Bath w/ tub, Individual Coffee Pot, Patio, Fan, bar fridge, microwave (NO full kitchen)

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Primrose Gardens (Suite 211) – 1 Bedroom Suite
2023 Rate:   $125/night
Occupancy Limit:   4

Queen Deluxe bed, Pull out Couch, Bathroom w/ Shower, Full Kitchen (no dishwasher), Dishes, Small Dining Table w/ 2 chairs, Individual Coffee Pot, Kettle, Toaster, Microwave, 2 Portable Fans

Menno Place will practice our earthquake preparedness safety drill  – the Great British Columbia ShakeOut – on Thursday, October 19th at 10:19am! DROP, COVER AND HOLD ON. All staff and residents at Menno Place will be participating with practice drills.

Drop, Cover, and Hold On when the earth shakes.

Taking the proper actions, such as “Drop, Cover, and Hold On”, can save lives and reduce the risk of injury. Everyone, everywhere, should learn and practice what to do during an earthquake, whether at home, work, school or traveling.

If you’re at Menno Place on Oct 19th, please prepare to participate in this drill.

At 10:19am you will hear an announcement: “Earthquake drill STOP, DROP, COVER, HOLD ON”

• You are required, if safe to do so, stop current activity, drop to the floor and take cover under a table or desk.
• You should count out loud for the duration of the simulated earthquake. This will help keep you focused and calm, as well as providing an indication of how long shaking can last.
• When the shaking portion of the drill stops, stay in place and count to 60, giving displaced objects a chance to settle.

Some education tips:

• Residents in beds, recliners, wheelchairs should not be transferred until after the shaking stops. Stay put. Cover your head and neck with your arms or a pillow until the shaking stops.
• Wheelchair users: lock the wheels, cover your head and neck.
• A safe place for residents who cannot drop is next to an inside wall away from moving/falling objects
• Do not use doorways

For those who use adaptive equipment: