Stories
Sep 24, 2026
Walking Together: Beacon Community Services’ Path to Reconciliation
By Tricia Sexton-Earl As September 30 approaches, we recognize the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation as a time to reflect on our history, honour Indigenous communities,…
Sep 10, 2026
From Confidence to Momentum: A New Path Forward
By Vicki Pilot The Employment Team of Beacon Community Services has delivered their first cohort of the In Motion & Momentum Program in September 2026. Six participants…
Aug 06, 2025
Alistair’s Story: Finding Stability – and a Future
When Alistair* came to us, he was living out of his van and facing a critical turning point. He had been offered a job—but there was one requirement: he…
Jul 29, 2025
Vinny’s Story: From Struggling to Thriving
Before Beacon: A Life in Limbo My name is Vinny*, a first-generation immigrant in my early thirties. After spending most of my life in BC, I moved to…
Jul 23, 2024
Thelma’s Story
Thelma and her husband Ken were married for almost 58 years and shared a rich and fulfilling life together. Near the end of Ken’s life, he required complex care…