Archive for the ‘Oakville’ Category
Monday, June 28th, 2010
This past week Council Commissioner Tony Copperthwaite announced that, after consultation with the entire Council, and Council Management Committee, Brampton Area would be merged with Greater Halton (those west of Hiway 410),and Yellow Briar (those east of Hiway 410) effective immediately. Jenny Beer remains Area Commissioner of Yellow Briar. Tim Sturgeon (former Brampton AC) will take over the new merged Greater Halton Area. Thanks to Deborah MacPherson who has held the position of Greater Halton Area Commissioner for the past 5 years, who was due to retire this summer. Both Area Commissioners will be working to upgrade their teams with members from their new Groups, and to ensure that the Areas continue their path to growth.
Click -HERE- for the presentation outlining and summarizing the decision and the reasons for it (please be patient and wait for the slides to load). This was presented on Mon Jun 21st in Brampton, Tue the 22nd in Greater Halton, and Wed the 23rd in Yellow Briar.
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Thursday, May 20th, 2010
The ceremony is hosted by Wellington Area this year. Full details on the flyer by clicking -HERE-. For a map, click -HERE-. Note the group photo in full uniform is scheduled for 12:30pm, with the ceremony itself starting at 1pm sharp. Refreshments afterwards. War Memorial Hall has space for over 400, so number of attendees should not be an issue this year. If you have questions, please email ac@w.scouter.ca .
Posted in Burlington, Council News, Events and Activities, Greater Halton, Mississauga, North Waterloo, Oakville, Wellington, Yellow Briar | No Comments »
Thursday, April 29th, 2010
For those of you attending, this year’s Youth Recognition Ceremony is being hosted by Wellington Area, at War Memorial Hall on the University of Guelph campus, at 1pm on Sun Jun 13th. More details to come of course, however, the deadline for applications is only 2 days away! Remember, these must be signed by your Area Commissioner, then forwarded to the COAC office immediately in order to get there in time!
Posted in 3 Scouts, 4 Venturers, Burlington, Council News, Greater Halton, Mississauga, North Waterloo, Oakville, Wellington, Yellow Briar | No Comments »
Tuesday, April 27th, 2010
There is still time to register for this unique and exciting opportunity.
A registration and information evening is being held:
Wednesday May 5th, 2010, 6:45pm-7:30pm
Kortright Hills Public School (Community Room)
23 Ptarmigan Dr, Guelph, ON
Come have your questions answered and have the opportunity to register on the sport.
Tall Ships Composite Camp
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Eligibility – All Scouts and Venturers between the ages of 13 and 18
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When – Sun, Aug 8th to Sun Aug 15th (8 days)
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Location – The North Channel (Owen Sound to Tobermory, ON)
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Scout Cost – $830 includes all meals, lodging and transportation to and from the ship (this represents a $170 savings over the regular price)
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NO SAILING EXPERIENCE NECESSARY
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There are only a few berths left – register today to ensure your participation
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Hope to see you onboard,
Scouter Dean 519-763-4515 deanpost@rogers.com
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Monday, March 8th, 2010
Rising to the challenge during the absence of an Area Commissioner, Denise Powell, along with Brenda Frederick and Godwin Kruitwagen formed a management Key 3 this past fall, leading and effectively managing the Oakville Area. Over the past several months, the Key 3 have worked alongside the Council Commissioner and the Council Support Team to provide great leadership and support to Oakville.
On behalf of the Oakville Area and Central Escarpment Council, we thank Brenda, Denise and Godwin for their insight, passion, enthusiasm and time for the betterment of Scouting in Oakville over the past several months.
At this time, I am pleased to announce the appointment of Denise Powell as the Oakville Area Commissioner effective immediately. The Area will continue to be managed by the Key 3 with the addition of an Area Youth Commissioner in the months ahead.
Denise started scouting with the 1st Trafalgar Group and has been active as the Deputy Area Commissioner for Adult Development & Training since the fall of 2009 and as a member of the Key 3 since its inception this past fall, rising to the challenge during the absence of an Area Commissioner. During this time, Denise has demonstrated the skills and attitude required for this position and shown sincere dedication to the Scouting movement and the Oakville Area.
Please join me in welcoming Denise Powell to the Council Team as Area Commissioner for Oakville.
Denise can be contacted via email at Oakville@scouts.ca or by phone 905-469-0128.
Yours in Scouting,
Tony Copperthwaite | Council Commissioner
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Sunday, February 14th, 2010
Following is an excerpt from the Rotarian’s report of donations recently collected. Click -HERE- for pictures and a full report From Randy & Deb MacPherson who did the lion’s share of collecting and collating Scouting’s efforts in CEC. Thank you all!
… We have managed to fill an entire 40’ container of emergency supplies for Haiti. The container is bound for New York City where it will be loaded on a boat this Wednesday Feb. 17th. It is expected to be in the Dominican Republic by Sunday Feb. 21st – where it will be met by Judy Warrington and representatives of the Moca, DR Rotary club. Once in the Dominican Republic it should take another week to deliver the container of supplies to the Grace Children’s Hospital in Haiti which is run by International Child Care and supported by Oakville’s own Dr. John Yates.
Altogether we were able to send:
· 375 tents
· 150 tarps
· 12 boxes of crutches and canes as well as 4 wheelchairs and 14 walkers
· 17 boxes of first aid supplies
· 124 boxes of blankets, sheets and towels
· 42 boxes of sleeping bags
· 43 boxes of personal supplies
· 13 boxes of buckets
· 8 boxes of reusable bags
Additionally, we still have about 1/3 of a container of blankets, back packs and food items that we were not able to fit onto this container but will be a good start for our next one!
Thank you, again, for your assistance, and the generousity of your groups, volunteers, youth and parents. Although we were not the only source of tents, tarps and sleeping bags, Central Escarpment Council made a significant contribution to the supplies that were collected and sent out. Donations also came from a challenge sent out to the Guides and Guiders of Southwestern Ontario, and schools, churches, other organizations and the public.
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Tuesday, January 19th, 2010
Due to a significant lack of eligible voting reps, a motion was passed at the Council Management Committee to acclaim the voters from last year for the same positions for this years’ elections. The motion was passed unanimously by the Council Management Committee.
Central Escarpment’s voting representatives at the 2010 Scouts Canada Annual General Meeting are Tony Copperthwaite, Ruth Millard and CJ Weir.
If you have any questions or concerns, please contact me.
Yours in Scouting,
George Christian
DCC Elections
elections@cec-scouting.com
Cell: 905-330-5632
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Saturday, January 16th, 2010
To All Scouts Canada Members
Scouts Canada is calling on all of you to take action to assist the people and Scouts of Haiti during this unprecedented time of crisis.
Please read the attached letter ( -HERE- ) from the Chief Commissioner and International Commissioner and EC/CEO which includes instructions should you wish to make a donation to this cause. Given the rapid acceleration and overwhelming nature of this disaster, groups may feel free to canvas for donations (in uniform) to support the Red Cross Relief Fund.
Please accept my thanks for your support in this very urgent and worthy cause. I am certain all Scouts will rise to this call for action and do all Canadians proud.
Rob Stewart
Executive Commissioner/CEO
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Sunday, January 10th, 2010
This is a reminder (the original notice was sent via email in early December from Council) that Central Escarpment Council needs each Area and Group to advise Council of the people chosen to vote in the upcoming CEC Election. This election is to select 3 members (two adult and one youth member) to attend and represent CEC at the Scouts Canada Annual General Meeting. The National Annual General Meeting for 2010 will be held in Montreal, PQ. These voting members are elected from a group of nominees by representatives of the membership of the Council.
Each Group is entitled to select 3 members to serve as their Group’s Council Voting Rep. If available, one of these members must be a youth aged 16 or older.
Each Area is entitled to 4 Voting Reps; the Area Commissioner and up to 3 Deputy Area Commissioners. If available, one of these members must be a youth aged 16 or older.
The Council is entitled to 4 Voting Reps; the Council Commissioner and up to 3 Deputy Council Commissioners. If available, one of these members must be a youth aged 16 or older.
Council Elections Officer needs to be advised of the representative voters for each Group, Area and from Council by Jan 15th, 2010.
A form is available that can be completed. Please include the name, MMS Number, email address for each of your selected members. Please also indicate which is the youth member. Email the completed form to elections@cec-scouting.com. The Council Elections Officer will acknowledge the receipt of all forms. The deadline for returning the Council Voter Reps Advice form is January 15th 2010.
Posted in Area News, Burlington, Council News, Elections, Greater Halton, Important, Messages, Warnings, Mississauga, North Waterloo, Oakville, Wellington, Yellow Briar | No Comments »
Tuesday, January 5th, 2010
Due to a potential health hazard due to mold, the Brampton Scout building is closed. This includes the facilities as well as the Scout Shop. Please click -HERE- for the announcement. This is all of the information currently available. A second assessment is being done, and more information will be posted as it becomes available. Sorry folks.
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