Parkgate Community Services
Parkgate Community Services is a not for profit society providing community based services, recreation, education, community development and health promotion activities through Parkgate Community Centre, Seymour Youth Centre and Seycove Community Centre.
History
In 1983 the Seymour Community Services Society registered as a non-profit society providing programs and services to the community out of the Seycove Community Centre attached to Seycove Secondary Community School. In 1999, the Society
entered into a partnership with the North Vancouver Recreation Commission, to
oversee and manage the operations of the Parkgate Community Centre as
mandated by the District of North Vancouver to provide a full service community
centre to the community. In 2004, Seymour Community Services Society changed its name to Parkgate Community Services Society.
Community Governance
Parkgate Community Centre, Seycove Community Centre and Seymour Youth
Centre are managed by the community through the Parkgate Community Services’ Board of Directors. There are twelve members on the Board of Directors elected from the local community, made up of qualified, experienced professionals with
various backgrounds and perspectives.
Mission
To lead and empower our community to live life better.
Vision
To be a place where people know they have the opportunity to improve and enhance their own lives and that of the community.
Prime Directive
To monitor/be aware of what improvement and enhancement means to the community and constantly work with the community to ensure that what we offer reflects the community’s needs.
Values
Integrity
Be honest, tell the truth, keep your promises
Inclusiveness
Everyone is equal, leave no-one out
Respect
Trust, care for and respect others
Accountability
Take responsibility for the things you do even when it’s hard
Leadership
Lead by example and with courage
Innovation
Challenge assumptions, invent new ways to do things
Quality
Do excellent work, always
Team Spirit
Work hard as a team, work smart as a team, have fun as a team
Dedication
Be caring, committed and responsive in all you do
Annual General Meeting (AGM) - Report to the Community and Financial Statements
At the AGM of Parkgate Community Services in May 2008 the following information was presented to the members of the Society and the community.
Parkgate Community Services 2007 Report to the Community
Parkgate Community Services 2007 Financial Statements
The next AGM will be May 29, 2009 - for more information please contact: Carol-Anne Roberts, Executive Assistant at 604-983-6374.
Awards & Highlights
National Recognition
In 2002, the Society was honoured by the Canadian Donner Foundation for Excellence in the Delivery of Alternative Education for its Child & Family Services.
In 2003, the Society was honoured by the Canadian Donner Foundation for Excellence in Social Service Delivery for Senior's Services.
Provincial Recognition
In 2001, Parkgate Community Centre was privileged to receive the prestigious BC Recreation and Parks Association Award for Facility Excellence.
Local Recognition
In 2005 the Parkgate Community Centre Weight Room won the North Shore News Readers Choice Award for "Best Community Fitness Facility".
Partners
Working together in the spirit of partnership is fundamental to the Society's mission statement. By connecting with other organizations and agencies we are better able to provide a comprehensive delivery of community services to the Seymour area.
North Vancouver Recreation Commission
North Vancouver School District #44
Vancouver Coastal Health Authority, North Shore