Posts by Executive Director
‘New normal’ to Christmas Cheer campaign
Christmas Cheer campaign at LRCA begins with registrations on Nov. 15. Read our story to find out more information about how the LRCA is going to help others this Christmas.
Read MoreUPDATE: LRCA Extraordinary Meeting Follow Up
As we continue to be transparent, straightforward and consistent in our communications, the LRCA is providing this update following the Extraordinary General Membership Meeting held on July 14, 2022.
Read MoreLRCA shares in Aggie Hall’s 100th
Sharing our own stories and promoting our 30th anniversary, Ladysmith Resources Centre Association was pleased to participate with a table in the 100th anniversary of Ladysmith Agricultural Hall on Sept. 24.
A variety of community groups were at Aggie Hall, and opening ceremonies included the Young Wolves Dance Group, speeches and a cake cutting.
Read MoreBus Tour: Stay tuned for next one
Thanks to all who participated in the Ladysmith Resources Centre Association’s (LRCA) annual seniors bus trip to Campbell River on Sept. 26.
Organized by LRCA senior’s office, the excursion was sponsored by Tim Horton’s, and featured special stops.
Read MoreLadysmith & District Credit Union signs up as gold Concerts sponsor
As LRCA seeks sponsors to bring back the Concerts in the Park series at Transfer Beach Amphitheatre, news came today from Ladysmith & District Credit Union it will serve as a gold sponsor, with its kind $1,000 contribution. Thanks! Sponsorships are available for Silver – $500 and Bronze – $250 to businesses interested in making…
Read MoreLait, Barton, Duckworth return to LRCA
LRCA enjoyed the company of very special visitors today. They put their heart and soul into the LRCA in its early days and loved seeing how things look today at its Second Avenue location. Pictured above are (left to right) Val Duckworth, former LRCA board member, Dennis Lait, the LRCA’s longest-serving executive director, and his…
Read MoreMLA Routley meets with LRCA
Nanaimo-North Cowichan MLA Doug Routley met with LRCA Executive Director Karen Laing (left) and board president Vicky Stickwood-Hislop (centre) on March 25 at LRCA Second Avenue office. Over their shoulders in this picture (back left) shows the progress of the Affordable Housing Project expected to be complete by fall. The trio enjoyed an informative…
Read MoreIf teaching seniors computer literacy is your passion . . .
The struggle with technology never ends. But it is not impossible to triumph over it. Using laptops, mobile telephones and tablets can be a mystery when integrating them with email, social media channels and jpeg images. LRCA is setting up a Seniors Connect Program specifically focused on computer literacy, to be delivered at Ladysmith Resources…
Read MoreHildebrand leads LRCA Community Support Services
Karen Laing, LRCA Executive Director, is pleased to announce the appointment of Carmen Hildebrand to the position of Manager, Community Support Services. Carmen has worked for the LRCA for the past three years leading the Restorative Justice Program. Carmen began her career as a Social Worker in Alberta, primarily working in the areas of mental…
Read MoreDennis Lait: Longest term as Executive Director
Dennis Lait served one of the longest terms with Ladysmith Resources Centre Association, enjoying roles of founding director and then executive director from 1992 to 2015. Six years ago he retired from the LRCA, and his 23-year legacy lingers. Lait was a member of the RCMP who sat on the board as treasurer of the…
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