Members

Edmonton Chapter Committee members

 

  • Chairman - Jim Merritt
  • Vice -
  • Treasurer - 
  • Hospital - Mike Hogan
  • Secretary - Ian Barnes/Tracy Moore
  • Membership - Rick Dennis 
  • Venue - Keven Phinney
  • Webmaster - Randy Page
  • Entertainment - James Strayer/Grant Cree/Sandy Langdon

 

 Minutes of the Meeting of

The Strathcona’s Association (Edmonton Chapter)

Held at the Norwood Legion, Edmonton

September 29, 2011

Attendees: 11 members.

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1.Call to Order. The Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by the Chair, Jim Merritt. Jim welcomed all in attendance. He stated at all position on the executive would remain as they were. He said he would be looking the location of the future meetings. He mentioned that the golf tournament held on July 24th followed by the Bar B Q at the Garrison NCOs Mess was a success. He said he planned to prepare a set of by laws that would establish us as a formalized Chapter of the Association. He said he would update the President’s message on the web site. He reminded all to drop in for coffee every Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at the café at the Rosslyn Hotel at the corner of 97th Street and 137th  Avenue.   

 

2.Last Post. Five members of the Regimental Family have passed away since our last meeting Ron Stevenson, Bob La Rose (August 24th – 86 years of age), Ron Newton (August 24th – 91 years of age), Joe Lassaline (July 12th), Des Deane-Freemon, former Commanding Officer (May 19th – 95 years of age), (Note: four names were added after meeting by the Secretary).  A moment of silence was held for our fallen comrades.

 

3.Member Introductions – Each of the members introduced themselves. There were no new members. The membership list was passed around for each member to update the information.

 

4.Minutes. Copies of the minutes of the meeting of April 28, 2010 held at the Royal Canadian legion, Norwood Branch were passed around. A motion for approval was moved by Kevin Phinney and seconded by Bill Kingston - Carried.

 

5.Reports. 

 

a.Chairman’s report.

 

1)Finances. In the absence of the treasurer the chair verbally reported that we had approximately $700.00 in the bank. The chair indicated that he would produce a budget for the forth coming year and would look into establishing an annual membership fee for the chapter.

 

2)Entertainment/Events. The chair presented the entertainment schedule for the upcoming year:

 

a)20 Oct 2011 – Social evening (with short meeting), Norwood Legion 7:00 p.m.

 

b)11 Nov 2011 - members encouraged to attend services in Fort Saskatchewan and St. Albert and drop in at the local Legions.

 

c)?? Dec 2011 – Mixed Christmas Party (location TBC – possibly Sorentinos in St Albert.

 

d)15 Dec 2011 – Men’s Christmas Dinner – Fort Steele  Garrison, Edmonton (11:00 a.m. TBC)

 

e)March 2012 – in planning,

 

f)April 2012 – Social evening, Norwood Legion 7:00 p.m. 

 

g)May 2012 - Melfa River Dinner. Date and location TBA.

 

h)June 2012 - in planning.

 

i)Sep 2012 – AGM (date TBA).  

 

3)Hospital. No one locally. Pat Mitchell – Kingston.

 

4)Web Page. Randy Page is working on redesigning our web site.

 

5)Executive Position. The chair provided a hand-out showing the various positions. other than the chair, no changes from last year. 

 

6.Old Business.  

 

a.Jackets. In the absence of Bob Peterson, Ian Barnes asked if any progress had been made on acquiring an Association jacket. He showed off the black jacket with the crossed lances crest that he had purchased from the kit shop and suggested that we consider making it our association jacket. Those in attendance supported the idea. Rick Dennis said he knew the owner of the kit shop and would see if we could get some form of a deal. Ongoing.

 

7.New Business

 

a.Memorial to Cpl Nathan Hornburg.  It was mentioned by Bruce Miedema that a skate board park was being planned Nanton, AB and would be named in honour of Cpl Nathan Hornburg, KOCR, who was serving with the Regiment in Afghanistan, when he was killed on September 24, 2007. Bruce proposed that we donate some money for the building of the park. To be considered at the next meeting.  Ongoing

 

b.Kipness Centre for Veterans. It was proposed that our members start a visitation program to the veterans at the Kipness Centre for Veterans. All agreed that this would be a good project. The chair indicated that he would find out more about the possibility and let us know at the next meeting. Ongoing

 

c.Future Meetings. The chair mentioned that he was looking into getting permission to holding one of our meetings in the Regimental lines in order that we could tour the new facilities that have recently been installed. Ian suggested that we change the name to help  the meeting to social event and only hold a meeting if business requires it He said that the executive should hold meetings separately to consider most of the chapter business and call a meeting as part of the social event as necessary. Ongoing.

 

d.Reunions. Ian mentioned that he had attended the BC interior Strathcona’s reunion in Penticton held on Sep 9 to 11, 2011 in the local Legion. The Meet and Greet was held on Friday evening, an organized tour of the wineries or golf was available during Saturday afternoon and the main Dinner was held in the evening. He said that there were over 70 in attendance including Howie Owen and others from Calgary and a group from Victoria. He reported that it was a well organized event and that everyone had a great time. Bill Wood and his wife Pat did all of the planning and organizing. At the dinner on Saturday evening George Barr informed all that next year the reunion would be held in Kelowna, BC at approximately the same time period. Howie Owen then stood and announced that Calgary would host a reunion in 2013. The closing out ceremony was marked by a breakfast on Sunday. 

 

8.Next Meeting. October 20th at the Norwood Legion, supper at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m. 

 

9.Adjournment. The meeting was adjourned at 20:00 hrs.

Prepared by Ian Barnes 03 Oct 2011      

 

 

 

 

 

MEETING MINUTES
LORD STRATHCONA’S HORSE (ROYAL CANADIANS)
ASSOCIATION, ALBERTA BRANCH
MARCH 8, 2011
 
President Howie Owen called the meeting to order at 1900hrs with 21 members in attendance.
 
FALLEN COMRADES: Jack McConnell, Mrs Jane Duffney, wife of the ex- RSM Ottawa 8CH., Hank (Dutchie) Egtherts, Brig Gen (ret’d) “Ned” Amy.
 
The President called for a two-minute silence for Fallen Comrades.
 
“WE WILL REMEMBER THEM”
 
There being no introductions, the Secretary Ron Howard read the minutes of the previous meeting. Motion to accept as presented by Don Rink, 2nd by Jim Neish. CARRIED.
 
Clair Lane presented the FINANCIAL REPORT as follows…
Bank Balance $10,767.14
GIC’s $36,426.52
Net Assets $47, 193.66
Motion to accept the Treasurer’s report as presented by Henry Wyatt, 2nd by Padre Green. CARRIED.
 
ENTERTAINMENT: Peter Wonderham sent regards to all including the information that he is working on the Golf Tournament.
 
MEMBERSHIP: Slider reported that we have 272 paid-up members, 24 Honourary Life members, 30 Widows and associate members. He also reminded all to PLEASE notify him of any address, phone, email address changes.
 
HOSPITAL CARE: Dave Cathcart visited the following members at various facilities around town…
Col Belcher, Jack Downey, Roy Stevenson, Buygs Garrow, Charlie Grey, Ken Cooper (RECME FGH 92yrs) Joe Larkin. He also visited with some Korean War Vets.
 
MUSEUM: A new display on Afghanistan has recently opened.
 
PADRE REPORT… Father Green visited with Bill Ford, Irene Kennedy, Bud McLean now in an extended care facility, and Joyce Barr of Parksville, BC. Father Green submitted this report for the minutes………
“ In January, I had lunch with Michael Clarke in Bridgetown, Barbados. Michael is the brother of Capt. G.L.A. Clarke who was killed at the Melfa River on May 23, 1944. Later in January, I travelled to Barrie, ON to visit Bill Ford who is now in a nursing home. Bill was with the Straths in Italy and NW Europe and with the RAF. He was the only other WW11 Strath at the 65th Anniversary of Holland’s Liberation last May. I have been in touch by phone with Strath widows Irene Kennedy in Penticton and Della Soilde in Provost, AB, and I’ve talked to Bud McLean MM, now in an extended care facility in Calgary. On Sunday March 6th, I visited Joyce Barr in Parksville, BC. She is the widow of Sgt. Peter Barr who knocked out our first Tiger Tank at Torrice Crossroads, May 30, 1944 after firing 15 rounds of armour piercing ammo at point blank range,(less than 100yds) only to see the ammo bounce off the Tiger. An HE on delay on the bogies finally finished the Tiger. Sgt. Barr turned down an offer to go to O CTU at Sandhurst in England to obtain a commission, preferring to remain with his men in B Sqn LdSH. Joyce is in a nursing home in Parksville, BC.”
 
CORRESPONDENCE: We received an email from the CO of the Regiment with regard to upcoming Moreuil Wood celebrations and the Society meeting. It also included most upcoming Regimental happenings for 2011. Colonel in Chief Recommendations went to Ron and Ann Southern and Stan Millner… Colonel of the Regiment Commendation went to Capt. Dave Beiner. There was also a request for anyone having any information on George Glendinning who was killed in Meaford. Another request came from Keith Eddy requesting humourous stories from your military career.
 
OLD BUSINESS: The pros and cons of the membership fees was discussed to be voted on at the AGM of 2012.
 
NEW BUSINESS: The motion on the floor presented by Peter Wonderham and Rick Williams at the last meeting was read out again and was to have been voted on at this meeting. The motion and discussion was held in abeyance till the May 2011 meeting.
 
President Howie Owen will give a briefing and sit-rep to the AGM Board of Directors meeting in March 2011 at the Regiment. Copies of his report will be sent to members by email.
 
OPEN DISCUSSION: There was general discussion in regard to the new structuring from the Regimental Society and backing from the membership. Padre Green reported on the Regimental History ref; WW11 by the History Channel in Italy.
 
50/50 DRAW: Won by Dave Smith $34.50
 
NEXT MEETING: May 10, 2011
 
ADJOURNMENT: 2030hrs
 
 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

Minutes of the Meeting of
The Strathcona’s Association (Edmonton Chapter)
held at the Norwood Legion, Edmonton
October 28, 2010
Attendees: 10 members.
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1.      Meeting call to Order. The Meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m. by the Chair, Dave Biener.
 
2.      Last Post. Two members of the Regimental Family had passed away since the last meeting Maj. (retired) Alec Hughes of Victoriaand Mrs. Mary Prouse (the wife of Bill), of Medicine Hat.
 
3.      New members – There were no new members to be introduced at the meeting.
 
4.      Guest Speaker. Mike Hogan of DCSM/JPSU gave an excellent presentation on the support available to wounded/injured soldiers and their families, as well as information for retired members on how to submit claims for a disability pension. He indicated that there had been a considerable change in attitude in DVA and encouraged those with concerns to see him and he would help them with their submission. Mike also said that he was a Commissioner of Oaths and would be pleased to sign any documents for our members.
 
5.      Message from the CDS. Ian Barnes read a prepared statement from the CDS regarding the release of former Colonel Russell Williams and the removal of his rank, commission and severance pay. By law DND can not take away his pension.  
 
6.      Minutes. Copies of the minutes of the AGM of September 02, 2010 held at the Royal Canadian legion, Norwood Branch were circulated. A motion for approval was moved by Bill Kingston and seconded by Randy Page - Carried.
 
 
7.      Reports.
a.      Chairman’s report.
1)      Web Page.  Randy Page reported that he was pleased with the association web page and that a number of the members were using the face book link. He also noted that we had over 140 members signed on to the face book.
2)      Reunion. The Chairman reported that the Association and the Plans and Priorities Committee of the Society were looking at the next reunion and asked for any proposals form our members. Ian Barnes spoke to the subject stating that he was the chair of the P&P Committee and that they were considering when the next reunion would be held, where and what the format might be. A short discussion was held with no specific consensus resulting. It was noted that some of the older members were concerned that 5 years between reunions was a long time. It was also noted that each branch could hold a dinner or offer to host a reunion. Ian also mentioned that the committee was looking at what the regiment should do for the 100th anniversary of Moreuil Wood in 2018. He mentioned that he had put a few suggestions on the face book site and would welcome any suggestions from the members.
3)      Finances. In the absence of the treasurer the chair verbally reported that we had $1,102.00 in the bank. He also reported that the reunion finances were still not complete due to a few outstanding bills. He stated that the transfer of the outstanding balance of the reunion account to Calgary was still outstanding. OUTSTANDING ACTION Treasurer to provide full financial report to next meeting including value of merchandise and forward balance of the reunion funds to Calgary.
8.      Calgary Branch. The Calgary branch will be holding its annual general meeting on Nov 9th, 2010 and that the next regular meeting would be January 11th, 2011.
a.       Entertainment/Events. No members of the entertainment committee were present. The chair talked briefly about the Xmas Party scheduled for December 4th. He stated that if enough members sign up in advance and paid their money up front we would hold a Xmas party. La Boheme was mentioned a possible site at 64th St and 112th Ave. Sign up date 15 November. Cost $44.00 a couple. Ian Barnes noted that the Black Hat weekend was scheduled for 4-6th December. The chair reported that the next Black Hat meeting in Calgary will be October 07, 2010 and that their AGM will be November 09, 2010.
b.      Nov 11th. The chair noted that the branch was not doing anything for November the 11th.
a.       Hospital. There are no members in hospital at this time but Gerry Cluett and Brian Hook continue to be unwell at Home.
9.      Old Business. None.
10. New Business. None
11. Next Meeting. 27 January 2011 at the Norwood legion starting with Dinner at 6:00 p.m. and the meeting at 7:00 p.m.
12. Adjournment. The meeting was adjourned at 8:10 hrs.
Prepared by Ian Barnes 01 November 2010     
 
 
 

 

MEETING MINUTES
LORD STRATHCONA’S HORSE (ROYAL CANADIANS)
ASSOCIATION, ALBERTA BRANCH
AGM JANUARY 11, 2011
 
The meeting was called to order by President Howie Owen at 1900hrs with 17 members present.
 
Secretary Ron Howard read the list of FALLEN COMRADES as follows
Brigadier-General (Retired) George Wattsford, Lieutenant-General (Retired) Rene Gutknecht, Patrick Kelly, Bill Nastiuk, Albert Ramsden, Capt. Rob Laird, Cpl Ron Greenwood, Mrs. Carol Salmon.
 
The President called for two-minute silence for fallen comrades.
WE WILL REMEMBER THEM
 
The secretary then read the minutes from the previous meeting , motion by Don Ring, 2nd by Dave Cathcart that the minutes be accepted as presented. CARRIED.
 
Introduction of new members: Ken Raychart, currently working with the Military Museums was welcomed to the Assn by President Owen.
 
FINANCIAL REPORT:
Clair Lane presented the Financial Report as follows……..
Total Expenses $8,178.60
Total GIC’s $36,426.52
Total Assets $48,391.26
Motion to accept the Treasurer’s report as presented, 2nd by Jerry Hannigan. CARRIED.
Clair also presented the Audit Report submitted by Jeff Hansel. There was a recommendation concerning the posting of the bank charges. The treasurer will be posting said charges on each corresponding month, not a month later. The Auditor commended the treasurer for a job well done. He received a round of applause. The treasurer also submitted a name for auditor for next year, Ms. Rochelle Castle. After some discussion Ken Vivian, made a motion to accept Ms. Rochelle Castle as our new auditor for 2011-2012, 2nd by Rick Williams…..CARRIED.
 
CORRSPONDENCE: Christmas cards from members, plus 4 tickets to a comedy club. Christmas Greetings were read from the CO of LdSH(RC) Lt. Col Cadieu, with a sit-rep on upcoming 2011 training year, and training cadre for Afghanistan.
 
ENTERTAINMENT: No report.
 
MEMBERSHIP: President Owen gave the report in the absence of Slider Walsh.
17 Associate members, 22 Life/Honourary members and 232 paid up members. The President read out the names of the associate members…
Dorthy Adair, Christine Baxter, Kathleen Buzza, Grant Cree, Shirley Dalgren, Marilyn Dawes, Iris Derenowski, Gloria Dingwell, Berber Elmy, Rita Finch, Catherine Greenleaf, Rea Macdiarmid, Virginia Parkinson, Edna Sutherland, Mila Wandler, Joukje Will, Ellen Wilson.
Pending……..Karen Kooner, and Donna Maxwell who has done research work and maintained WW11 links on behalf of LdSH(RC). Motioned by Joseph DeMeulles 2nd by Dave Cathcart to accept these ladies as Associate members….CARRIED.
 
PADRE REPORT: No Report.
 
HOSPITAL REPORT: Dave Cathcart reported that Don (bugs) Garrow, and Bob Pearson are still on the sick list.
 
MUSEUM REPORT: Dave Cathcart mentioned that with the recent cold weather, there had been quite a low turnout. The Alberta Gallery was in the process of being worked on and Professor David Burcusson toured the Strathcona Gallery.
 
 
P.LANNING AND PRIORITIES COMMITTEE REPORT: Rick Williams reported that all members are members of the society, but last year it was decided that there would be a Sub committee of 7 members led by Ian Barnes to include Peter Wonderham, Rick Williams, Doug Ross, John Stukart, Col Jamie Cade, the regimental 2IC, the current CO, and of course, the Col of the Regiment may sit in at any time. This is a ‘thinktank’ to the Board of Directors, and to suggest upcoming goals such as, How to enhance the Regimental Family, ie, fundraising and the feasibility of establishing a benevolent fund etc. Maintaining the History and Heritage of the regiment with regard to the Museum, The Historical vehicle troop, promoting the Regiment at large, and ideas as to what to do to celebrate in 2018. The committee has met monthly by phone and by other means.
Some thinking has gone into enhancing the Regimental family, by keeping members after they leave the regiment, and what the future of the Assn might be. Current thinking is that the National headquarters is here, at sometime however that might graduate to the north (Edmonton) to be closer to the regiment, therefore the responsibility of planning re-unions would go there as well. Concern expressed by members not located in Calgary are wondering if they would still be “kept in the loop” as to activities etc, and also what their dues would be spent on.. Maybe chapters could be set up in Kingston, Ottawa, and the interior of BC as well as here in Calgary, along with their own bylaws etc.
President Howie Owen commented for clarification that ’they’ want to revamp the association as we know it into a National Assn, and they want an exec plus a number of chapters/branches 10? Each chapter would have an exec member who would attend Board of Directors meetings…General discussion followed. More info after the Board of Directors meeting in March.
 
OLD BUSINESS: Voting in of increase of membership dues effective January 2012. Discussion tabled till next meeting.
Donations will be made of $100.00 to each of the 6 corps, and $250.00 to Loops for Troops, donation to the newsletter and Strathconian of $1000.00 yearly to cover costs related to postage and handling. Motioned by Ken Vivian, 2nd by Dave Fenskie that said expenses/donations be approved as presented. CARRIED. 
 
ELECTION OF OFFICERS FOR 2011-2012 YEAR.
 
PRESIDENT: HOWIE OWEN
V/PRESIDENT: PETER WONDERHAM
SECRETARY: RON HOWARD
TREASURER: CLAIR LANE
MEMBERSHIP: SLIDER/MARY WALSH
HOSPITAL/MUSEUM: DAVE CATHCART
PADRE: BOB GREENE
 
All members were voted in by acclimation. Motion by Vic Saver, 2nd by Gerry Hannigan to accept Karen kooner as an associate member. 
Motion by Don Rink, 2nd by Dave Cathcart that Howie Owen and Ian Barnes be awarded Honourary member status for their various outstanding regimental dedication to the Association. CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY!!!!
 
President Howie Owen then presented Peter Wonderham’s motion in regard to the Planning and Priorities Committee report given by Rick Williams…
 
“I move that the current Association should formalize regional chapters under the guidance of the National Executive. I move that the Chapters should be expanded to include Edmonton, Interior of British Columbia, Kingston, and a chapter in the Maritimes region. Each chapter must have an executive, lead by a constitution and Bylaws. These bylaws will follow and be endorsed by the National Executive and in accordance with the taxation laws of each province.”
 
The sole purpose of this expanded structure will be to promote regional recruitment. It will also form the hub for the next reunion committee. One of the chapters “Calgary” will consist of the current Executive in Calgary.
 
This motion to be voted on at a later date.
 
OPEN DISCUSSION:
The BC Reunion will be held in Penticton, BC September 2,3.4th 2011. More info forthcoming. Bill Wood has requested access to our nominal roll in the hope that they can entice more members to attend.
 
Ken Vivian thanked the members of the Executive for a job well done for the last year 2010, and wished them well for the upcoming year.
 
The next meeting will be March 8, 2011 at 285 RCL at 1900hrs
 
Meeting adjourned at 2030hrs.