Our Core Values

Our Core Values

  • We are a professional, well managed organization. We nurture a culture of accountability, respect and learning throughout our organization.
  • We do not accept the status quo. We are dedicated to developing innovative, long-term, sustainable services that facilitate positive change in our community.
  • We do everything we can to remove barriers to service. We are non-judgemental: we meet people wherever they are in their lives and treat them with respect and dignity.
  • We seek opportunities to collaborate. We are committed to partnering with other organizations to leverage the benefits to the community.
  • We have a 60-year history of dedicated service in Vancouver. The compassion, generosity and determination of our founder, May Gutteridge, continue to inspire our work.