ECHO Society

ECHO Society ECHO Disability Services is a charitable non- profit society which provides support services to individuals with disabilities to enhance their quality of life.

We provide services in Whitecourt, Mayerthorpe and surrounding areas.

🍕 Big thank you to Swan Pizza! 🍕 We wanted to extend our full tummy gratitude to Swan Pizza for providing the delicious ...
01/20/2026

🍕 Big thank you to Swan Pizza! 🍕

We wanted to extend our full tummy gratitude to Swan Pizza for providing the delicious pizza for our mid-month lunch at Echo! It's always a treat for our team and our clients to come together, share a meal, and catch up with each other. Always some good laughs go be shared.

A huge shoutout to our amazing community and friends who generously donated door prizes! We're so lucky to have such wonderful supporters who help make our events extra special 😊.

Thank you again, Swan Pizza, for the tasty food, and thank you to everyone who contributed to making another lunch a success!

We're already looking forward to our next lunch on February 11th, where we'll be kicking off our heart-healthy and wellness initiatives. Stay tuned for more updates!

Best regards,
Karen & the Echo Team

As we wrap up an incredible year at Echo Society, I'm excited to share our highlights and achievements. 2025 was a year ...
01/07/2026

As we wrap up an incredible year at Echo Society, I'm excited to share our highlights and achievements. 2025 was a year of growth, connection, and making a real difference in our community.

We celebrated milestones and created memories with our monthly lunches, and took our fun to new heights with field trips like ranch days, mini golf, and fun runs - which even earned us a spot in the community spectrum!

Our team has truly gone above and beyond, embodying our mission and vision to create a space where everyone feels seen and valued. We've worked tirelessly to make disabilities disappear and abilities shine.

A huge thank you to our amazing community and friends who have made so much of this possible! Your support helps drive our goals and sense of community in every accomplishment we achieve.

As we look to 2026, our goal is to build on these relationships, connections, and opportunities. We're excited to be part of this community and can't wait to share more adventures with you.

Speaking of which, kick off the new year with us at the Whitecourt Wolverines Hockey 50-50 on February 14! Join us for a fun-filled action-packed evening and be part of our journey.

We love our community and invite you to join us on this path. Follow us on Facebook for updates and be part of the excitement.

Happy New Year from the entire team at Echo…

Let's make 2026 unforgettable. Be kind, be bold, have fun... Make it ECHO!!

🎄✨ What a wonderful time celebrating our amazing clients at our ECHO team potluck lunch! 😊 The food was delicious, the c...
12/18/2025

🎄✨ What a wonderful time celebrating our amazing clients at our ECHO team potluck lunch! 😊 The food was delicious, the company was incredible, and the festive vibes were overflowing! 🎅🎶

Huge thank you to our incredible ECHO team for pitching in to make this happen - from preparing the meal to bringing sweet treats 🍰👏 Special shoutout to Michelle Arcan and her talented bandmates Ed and Faith for the joyful Christmas carols 🎶❤️

And who could forget Santa and his adorable elf helper?! 🎅🧝‍♀️ They brought BIG smiles and perfect photo ops 📸 The pictures definitely say a thousand words!

Thanks to everyone who helped set up, served, and tore down - you all rock! 🤩

We're so grateful for this amazing team and the chance to celebrate our wonderful clients

Thanks everyone… Merry Christmas from all of us at Echo! Wishing everyone and a safe and happy holiday season.🎄

Karen Killen; Executive Director and our entire team at Echo

12/15/2025

Festival of Trees Winners:

Sniper Services - Dawn Garrett
ATB Financial Services - Gayle Mombourquette
Allan & Jean Millar Centre - Harley Wiege
Alexander Safety & Environmental Services - Taylor Box
50th Avenue Dental - Alyssa Auran
Whitecourt Stationery - Chantel Brown
Whitecourt Ford - Larry Naslund
New Venture Safety Services - Claudette Ashmore
Kanata Esso - Lorna Lenk
EXIT Realty - Koren Scott
DH Family Dental - Stacie Thomsen
Cooperators-Van Aalst Agencies Ltd. - Ashlene Bliznicenko
Complete Projects - Eunjae Choi
Kal Tire - Bonnie Hemsworth
Schaffer's Custom Welding Ltd. - Tyler Madden

A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing businesses that participated in our 1st Annual Festival of Trees fundraiser!

Your support has been incredible, and we're thrilled to have raised funds for our programs supporting adults with disabilities here at ECHO Society.

A special thank you to the Allan & Jean Millar Centre for hosting our trees, and to Eagle River Casino and Travel Plaza for showcasing them. We're grateful for your partnership!

Thanks to everyone involved - your participation made this fundraiser a success and helped make the holiday season brighter for our clients.

Stay tuned for more fun updates about our programming and know that you are all a part of our success stories!

Warmest wishes,
ECHO Society

12/03/2025

JOIN OUR ECHO TEAM!!

ECHO Disability Services is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Direct Support Worker to support individuals with disabilities in Whitecourt. This Casual position is for our Day Program providing direct support(s), relief for sick leave, vacation, team meetings and training.

Flexible Schedule:
Applicants must be flexible to work any day Monday through Friday (9am - 5pm).

Opportunity for Growth: This position may lead to permanent in the future.

Requirements:
Previous experience supporting individuals with cognitive disabilities. A Health Care Aid or medical background is an asset. Pre-Employment Conditions: Standard First Aid CPR/AED Level C, clear Vulnerable Sector Check, Class 5 Driver's License, Driver's Abstract, Reliable vehicle (willing to transport individuals in your own vehicle).

How to Apply:
Submit your resume to: Natalie Jendrick - HR/Office Administrator Email: echosoc@telus.net In person at 4812-50 Avenue, Whitecourt Office Hours: Monday-Friday 8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Contact Us: Phone: (780) 778-2660 ext. 0

We appreciate your interest, but only those selected for an interview will be contacted. Become a part of our team and make a difference in the lives of individuals with disabilities!

As Jayesh has moved on to new adventures in Calgary, we wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for his 10 year...
12/03/2025

As Jayesh has moved on to new adventures in Calgary, we wanted to take a moment to express our gratitude for his 10 years of dedicated service to ECHO. His kindness, patience, and compassion towards our clients have been truly inspiring, and he will be deeply missed by the entire team.

We wish him and his wife all the best as they start this new chapter in their lives. Please know that you are always welcome back to ECHO, and we're grateful for the time we had with you Jay!

Thank you, for your commitment to ECHO and to our community. You will be remembered and missed!

Dear KW Mechanical Ltd.,We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for joining us for lunch at ECHO S...
11/25/2025

Dear KW Mechanical Ltd.,

We wanted to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for joining us for lunch at ECHO Society! Not only did you bring delicious pizza, but you guys turned it into a pizza party!

AND that wasn't all - you went above and beyond by handing out your company swag, which was a huge hit with both our clients and team members! The excitement was infectious as they unwrapped their gifts, and it's clear that your thoughtful gesture brought immense joy to everyone involved. Everyone was pumped to be sporting their new gear!

We love how you made the experience so special, and we're grateful for your generosity and time. Spending time with us at ECHO is always a great way to spend the lunch hour, and we're so glad you chose to join us!

Thank you again for your kindness, and we look forward to future collaborations!

Warm regards,

Karen and the ECHO Society Team

11/21/2025

Festival of Trees Update!

The poster for each tree has been updated with an active QR code to take you directly to Rafflebox for online ticket purchases.

If you prefer to purchase tickets in cash you may do so at Global Pet Foods or come to ECHO Society office during business hours.

Thank you for supporting this fundraiser for ECHO Society programs!

Dear Whitecourt Fire Department,We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for hosting our field trip o...
11/21/2025

Dear Whitecourt Fire Department,

We wanted to take a moment to express our sincere gratitude for hosting our field trip on November 19th. Our clients absolutely love getting out into the community and experiencing new things. We all apprecited the tour you and your team provided us.

The helpful safety tips, seeing all the specialty equipment and life-saving tools were truly impressive. The highlight of the day was definitely the pictures with the shiny fire trucks and your members!

Your team's dedication to keeping our community safe is truly appreciated, and we're grateful for the time you took to share your knowledge with us.

A special thank you to Dustin Jendrick - Health and Safety Officer; Johnley Camposano - Captain/Training Officer; Garett Wardley - Captain of Operations; and Jordan Darroch - Engineer, for making this experience so memorable for our clients. Your hard work and commitment to public safety do not go unnoticed.

Thank you again for your hospitality and for all that you do to keep our community safe!

Warm regards,
Karen and the ECHO Society Team

FINAL FIVE DAYS...Here is the direct link to our Rafflebox page where you can choose a tree(s) to purchase tickets https...
11/20/2025

FINAL FIVE DAYS...

Here is the direct link to our Rafflebox page where you can choose a tree(s) to purchase tickets https://www.rafflebox.ca/raffles?search=echo

The poster for each tree has been updated with an active QR code to take you directly to Rafflebox for online ticket purchases.

The twelve beautifully decorated trees are on display at the AJMC in Whitecourt and three trees at the Eagle River Casino And Travel Plaza. The trees will be available for viewing from November 17 until noon on December 12, 2025 at both places.

Here's how you can participate:

*Purchase Tickets*: Visit rafflebox.ca , click the drop-down menu, select "Find a Raffle," and search for "ECHO" to find the trees and purchase tickets. If you prefer to purchase tickets in cash you may do so at Global Pet Foods or come to ECHO Society office during business hours.

*View Trees*: Check out our page for pictures of each tree and the company that decorated it.

#1 - New Venture
#2 - Allan & Jean Millar Centre
#3 - ATB Financial
#4 - Whitecourt Stationery
#5 - Complete Projects
#6 - Kanata ESSO
#7 - 50th Avenue Dental
#8 - DH Family Dental
#9 - Alexander Safety & Environmental
#10 - Co-Operators-Van Aalst Agencies Ltd.,
#11 - Kal Tire
#12 - Sniper Services
#13 - EXIT Realty
#14 - Schaffer's Custom Welding Ltd.
#15 - Whitecourt Ford

*Win a Tree*: Tune into our page on December 12th at 1:00 PM to find out the winners!

All proceeds will support ECHO Programming, helping us provide activities and services for our clients.

A huge thank you to the community businesses that participated in our fundraiser this year, and good luck to all ticket buyers! Thank you for supporting this fundraiser for ECHO Society programs!

Happy Holidays from ECHO Disability Services!

For questions, call us at 780-778-2260.

We had a spook-tacular time at our Friday Halloween celebration! 🎃👻 Our team members and clients came together to carve ...
11/05/2025

We had a spook-tacular time at our Friday Halloween celebration!
🎃👻 Our team members and clients came together to carve pumpkins, share stories, and show off their creative costumes. From spooky to silly, everyone brought their A-game and their favorite pumpkin carving ideas! 🍁👍
Another successful event at ECHO Society!

WE WANT TO GIVE A HUGE SHOUTOUT 🙌 to Bill McAree with Associated Ambulance & Services for his time and support! A specia...
10/17/2025

WE WANT TO GIVE A HUGE SHOUTOUT 🙌 to Bill McAree with Associated Ambulance & Services for his time and support!

A special thanks for sharing your expertise and providing valuable safety tips, helping us better understand the proper use of 911, and drawing from your many years of experience.

Your contributions have made a real difference in so many peoples lives

Your dedication to our community and partnership with ECHO is truly appreciated. Thanks for all you do to keep us safe and healthy!

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4812/50 Avenue
Whitecourt, AB
T7S1P7

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 4:30pm
Tuesday 8am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 8am - 4:30pm
Thursday 8am - 4:30pm
Friday 8am - 4:30pm

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