Happy Spring Everyone….well at least
those living in the west! I recently
attended my first official CSC National
Board Meeting in Ontario where all of
the chapters across the country were
represented save for the Quebec City
Chapter. I was impressed with the level
of professionalism that was exhibited throughout the business
portion of the meetings and with the level of camaraderie that
was present during the social times throughout the weekend. A
very special thank you goes to Darlene Helfrich ( Director from
the Edmonton Chapter) for organizing a tribute photo/video in
honor of Jim Dunsmore. A trip to the dollar store resulted in
some hilarious headwear from satiny bunny ears, shower caps,
and hats of all shapes, color and sizes. Everyone was such a good
sport and I am sure that Jim was having a great chuckle at our
antics!
The health of the organization and the ability of the various
chapters to maintain or grow their membership was encouraging
to say the least. We often find ourselves very focused locally on
our issues, education, finance etc., only to realize we are part of
a much bigger picture and that there is a wealth of information
that can be accessed by simply reaching out to another chapter
or the Association office.
The members forum dinner on Saturday night was a prime
example of how we are part of a bigger family. It allowed for
much discussion of the various ways that we host functions, deal
with education, support membership and handle finances. I heard
many a director tell another that they would be happy to share
information….just give them a call or send an email and they
would put that person in touch with the right person on their
executive.
We spent a great deal of time discussion the draft Strategic Plan –
2016 and beyond with a homework assignment of sharing it with
our local executive for review and comment. This will happen at
our next executive meeting March 24th and provide feedback to
the office by the end of the month!
The Winnipeg chapter is excited to be hosting this year’s conference
May 27th to the 31st with an extensive technical program
along with a great companion program. If you have not had the
chance to attend one of our out of town conference I strongly
recommend that you consider this one….but be careful, once
you attend one it is difficult not to attend the next and the next
and the next! Halifax will be hosting 2016 and we are hosting
2017 in Kelowna so mark your calendars for the next three years.
Finally, we are approaching our Chapter General Meeting where
some of our executive will be stepping down leaving room
for members who are interested to step in and be a part of a
great, dynamic and professional team!
Please do not hesitate to send me a note kim@tecagencies.com or give me a call 604-880-4470 if you are interested.
Kimberly Tompkins,
CTR
Chapter Chair
CSC – Vancouver Chapter
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