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IODE supports Canada’s global outlook

Canada’s 150th Anniversary IODE Good Citizenship Award
on citizenship skills. The

I
ODE chapters across Canada have
participated with great enthusiasm in the flexible design of the
Canada’s 150th Anniversary IODE Good program allowed chap-
Citizenship Awards. IODE, as an organiza- ters to customize it for
tion, has for over a century promoted good their community and to
citizenship practices among youth and from suit each chapter’s avail-
the seventies, has rewarded first responders able capital. The sugges-
for their selfless efforts in the community. tion of $150 as an
Canadians appreciate that instilling good expenditure has not
citizenship and compassion in children is been a burden and some
important. In the early school years, chil- chapters have far ex-
dren think in apolitical terms by expressing ceeded this. Combined
their loyalty and compassion to fellow stu- with the attractive cer-
dents, the environment and to the school tificate and meaningful Students at Gregory Drive Public School created this Canada 150
community. The IODE program to reward IODE Canada’s Presi- formation and filmed the celebration using a drone. Their award was
students for their good citizenship has dent’s Letter, the pro- presented by IODE Captain Garnet Brackin, Chatham, ON.
tapped into the existing emphasis in schools gram has touched many
to promote behaviour systems dependent young lives from coast to coast to coast.
“The World Needs ers and practice of these rights begins at
More Canada”, President school. Canada’s 150th Anniversary IODE
Obama said when address- Good Citizenship Award gave chapters the
ing Canada’s Parliament in incentive to interact with local schools to
June 2016, sentiments learn about the schools’ policies and to pro-
echoed in September by mote citizenship. Many Citizenship Officers
U2 frontman, Bono. In were impressed by the work the school staff
2017, the Reputation were doing. Citizenship Officers wrote to
Institute named Canada IODE Canada and complimented the
The Most Reputable school. They found that, “the culture that
Country beating out surrounds students is so respectful and nour-
Sweden and Switzerland. ishing and the school addresses educating
In Canada, human rights the whole child”. Other members found
are protected by Canada's that, “their school was a good one – staff
Constitution and by feder- work hard to instil respect, responsibility
th
IODE 40 Northumberland Regiment, Norwood, ON, awarded al, provincial and territo- and safety in the students thriving in a di-
two schools in their community with the Canada’s 150 th rial legislation. The innate verse population.”
Anniversary IODE Good Citizenship Award. Here students plant understanding of human For detailed information on the partici-
300 perennials and two trees. All the students participated in rights, compassion for oth- pating chapters visit www.IODE.ca.
preparation or planting. Students learned about the local water-
shed, local pollinator plants and how to care for plants.

IODE Canada is a national women’s charitable organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of life
for individuals through education support, community service and citizenship programs.
 IN MEMORIAM • Sally Douglas 1928 - 2017
Sally Douglas served IODE in many capacities but proudly as National President from
The Official Publication of IODE 1978-80. She will be remembered as one of the original promoters of IODE’s involve-
No. 422 - Fall Issue November 2017 ment in Labrador. She made a 1700-mile fact finding mission visiting remote commu-
nities by plane, helicopter and small boat, often in stormy weather, to examine projects
PATRON: Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II funded by IODE. In 1977, she proudly received the Queen’s Silver Jubilee Medal.
HONORARY PRESIDENT: Sally was a member of IODE Victoria Cross Centennial, Willowdale, ON, a long
Her Excellency Mrs. Sharon Johnston, C.C. time member of the Board of Governors of the IODE Children’s Centre, North York
HONORARY VICE-PRESIDENTS: General Hospital, and an organizer and mentor of IODE Bridlewood, Toronto, ON.
Past National Presidents, A graduate of Branksome Hall, she continued her education at Victoria College,
Lieutenant-Governors or their Spouse University of Toronto. While travelling in postwar Europe, she met and married British
citizen Peter Douglas, a Lieutenant in the Royal Navy. Sally explained one of her most
The National Chapter of Canada IODE exciting experiences while living in Britain was witnessing the Coronation of Queen
40 Orchard View Blvd., Suite 219 Elizabeth II. She had positioned herself outside Buckingham Palace. Peter and Sally re-
Toronto, ON M4R 1B9 turned to Canada in 1957 to begin a new full life. They adopted triplet daughters and
Tel: 416-487-4416 raised them to be unique individuals. Their home was always full of laughter, good food,
Fax: 416-487-4417 great art, music and much mischief. Sally will be greatly missed by her family and friends.
Toll Free: 1-866-827-7428
IODE
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IN MEMORIAM • Marion Wallace 1950 - 2017
Sadly, while serving as National Constitution Officer, Marion Pearl Wallace died un-
Echoes Editorial Committee: expectedly from health complications. Marion was a dedicated member of IODE Royal
President IODE Canada Wyndham, Guelph, ON, for 30 years holding the offices of Communications, Citizenship,
Bonnie Rees Membership and President. For IODE Ontario Marion served as Communications
Communications & Public Relations Officer and Secretary.
Laurel Mayne In 2008, Marion was elected Assistant Treasurer and became National Treasurer in
Echoes Editorial Convenor 2009. Marion guided the investment portfolio to maximize income during those years.
Stephney Flexhaug In 2014, Marion became the Constitution Officer and worked on continuing the
Echoes Contributing Editors implementation of constitutional changes as a result of the Canada Not-for-Profit
Chris Bateman Corporations Act.
Jane Cushing Marion was a National and Provincial Life Member and received the Queen’s
Pamela Gallagher Diamond Jubilee Medal in recognition of her many contributions to her fellow citizens,
Gwyneth Harkin community and to Canada. She will be remembered for her pragmatic, sensible approach
Mary Louise Killam to problems, her keen mind, her sense of humour and her positive approach to life.
Carol McCall
Catherine Moore

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C
anada 150 celebrations spread
across our great land.
Communities of every size demon-
strated the spirit of the occasion by hold-
ing special events and decorating with flags
and banners in colourful displays of nation-
al pride. Items abound with Maple Leaf
and Canada 150 symbols. More than ever,
Canadians are showing how proud they are
of building this amazing country, where all
are welcomed and encouraged.
Canada’s 150 th Anniversary IODE
Good Citizenship Award Project has been
embraced by chapters. They are recogniz-
ing young people who already demonstrate
qualities of social responsibility and
engagement. I am very pleased to sign each
of the certificates we issue to those nomi-
nated for a Canada’s 150th Anniversary
IODE Good Citizenship Award. The
project continues to year end and I encour-
age all chapters to recognize outstanding
youth. This issue of Echoes highlights some
of these achievers and our website
www.IODE.ca lists all recipients.
Congratulations to each of them!
New IODE Board of Directors 2017-2018
Our new slate of Officers and Convenors
of National programs continues to show-
case geographic diversity. Dedicated
members from all parts of Canada now
have an opportunity to take leadership
positions at the National level of IODE.
Officers (BACK ROW): Laurel Mayne, Karen Dalton,
Sandra Smith, Chris Bateman, Hazel MacLeod.
(FRONT ROW): Carol McCall, Bonnie Rees, Jane
Cushing.
IODE President’s Message
A 150th Anniversary is a time to reflect
on our history. In IODE, we are 117 years
strong and our history is a proud one. Each
chapter and each member should show
their pride by maintaining their scrapbooks
and updating – or writing – a chapter
history. Dust off those old cartons of min-
utes, photos and memorabilia and preserve
them. Do not lose the valuable contribu-
tions that you and your predecessors have
made in service to IODE and Canada. Our
IODE history is fascinating. Make sure
that it is retained. Digitize your informa-
tion and make copies. Modern technolo-
gy has made it much easier to preserve our
history. Be proud enough of what you do
to make the effort to record and preserve
it. Ensure that future Canadians are aware
of IODE and its contributions to Canada.
This issue of Echoes gives highlights of the
IODE National Annual Report for 2016.
The report adds another year of achieve-
ment to the accumulated legacy of IODE.
For the full report see our website or order a
copy from IODE Canada. As your President,
I have the opportunity to read the reports
Bonnie Rees continues to lead an expe-
rienced team supported by Carol McCall
and Jane Cushing as First and Second
Vice-Presidents respectively. In addi-
tion to their Vice-President responsibil-
ities, they also hold the Treasurer and
Services positions. Chris
Bateman and Laurel Mayne will
continue in their roles of
Secretary and Communications
and Public Relations respective-
ly. Hazel MacLeod will take on
the role of War Memorial Officer.
Catherine Moore, as
Constitution Officer, will lead
her committee through the
process of bringing the remaining
sections of our Constitution in
line with By-law No. 1. We wel-
come new Board members Karen
Dalton who will take on the
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from all chapters across Canada. This gives
me great pride in the extensive activities and
outstanding efforts of our chapters.
This Echoes also reports on the unique
combined annual meetings of IODE
British Columbia and IODE Canada. The
friendly co-operation with IODE BC was
most appreciated and led to a cohesive and
well-paced series of meetings and plenary
sessions. Our guest speakers were particu-
larly excellent this year. Cooperation
among the organizers was essential and the
end result was well received by attendees.
See our website for expanded coverage of
the events of the meetings.
One hundred years ago, WWI contin-
ued. IODE involvement, significant from
the very beginning of the war, carried on.
Many women chose to join IODE during
the war years because of the practical and
plentiful ways we helped our Canadian
forces. Field comforts were supplied in
quantity. Knitting and sewing, very com-
mon household practices in those days,
provided many articles of clothing, notably
the IODE socks. IODE rose to the task.
Education portfolio, Sandra Smith who
will be Citizenship Officer and Ruth
Ann Butler who will oversee the
Membership Office. The Provincial
Presidents complete the Board of
Directors.
Provincial Presidents (BACK ROW): Donna Cole,
NB, Charlene Greenfield, NS, Renate Schuetz, ON,
Valerie Braiden, AB, Bonnie Rees, IODE Canada
President. (FRONT ROW): Sandra McCormick, PEI,
Liz Hancock, BC.
National Annual Meeting
National Annual Report 2016 Highlights
T
he 2016 National Annual Report
is a snapshot of the work of every
IODE chapter and member across
Canada for 2016. The programs in
Education, Citizenship and Services con-
tinue to serve our Mission and improve
the quality of life for every Canadian.
Education support to students of all
ages totals $644,073. Awards, bursaries,
scholarships, education activities, school
supplies, trips, program incentives and
contests contribute to the learning
process and encourage students of all ages
to succeed and develop their full
potential. The IODE War Memorial
Scholarship provided funding for three
excellent scholars completing their
doctoral studies. The National Education
Fund provided sponsorship for the
National Youth Orchestra in their cross
Canada 150 tour. The IODE Violet
Downey Book award recognized an
outstanding Canadian author.
Citizenship reports noted 439,507
volunteer hours and $88,028 in expen-
ditures. Members continually show
support for their communities by offering
their time and energy to a wide variety of
causes. Participation in Remembrance
Day commemorations is often noted with
wreaths and flags being donated.
Assistance to the Military Family
Resource Centres continues IODE’s her-
itage tradition of providing support for
the Canadian Forces and their families.
IODE Police and Firefighter Community
Service Awards recognize outstanding
first responders for their volunteer work
outside of their onerous formal duties.
The IODE RCMP Community Service
Award carries on this tradition.
Membership recruitment continues to
be a focus of chapter activities. Members
actively asked women to join the 2,404
current members. Two new chapters were
welcomed and two chapters chose to
amalgamate.
Communications and Public
Relations reports show that chapters in-
creasingly use social media to tell their
story to the public. Chapter websites,
Facebook and Twitter report chapter
events and activities in a timely manner.
Promotional activities, actual expendi-
tures and in-kind contributions were
valued at $147,849. Echoes, IODE
Canada Express News and the national
website promote the efforts of all chap-
ters. The IODE Shop to Give fundrais-
ing program benefitted IODE Snack
Pack. Members used this method to pur-
chase books for their adopted classes,
Born to Read and for their families.
Services activities were valued at
$1,754,798 in 2016. Members outdo
themselves in this area of IODE work.
Contributions from chapters as well as a
generous grant supported IODE Snack
Pack. This grant from Her Majesty
Queen Elizabeth II Patron’s Fund will al-
low fresh apples to be sent to IODE Snack
Pack schools in the fall of 2017. The
IODE Canadian Disaster Fund con-
tributed $11,000 to purchase equipment
for the Transitional Library Learning
Commons for the Beacon Hill School fol-
lowing the devastating fire in Fort
McMurray. IODE Alberta chapters con-
tributed an additional $7,500 for a total
of $18,500 for this cause.
The National Constitution report was
dedicated to the memory of Marion
Wallace, National Life Member and
Constitution Officer. The review contin-
ues of material from the Constitution as
SAVE
it was impacted by the Not-For-Profit THE DATES!
Act. The Primary Chapter Regulations
Handbook was distributed. By-laws sub-
mitted by provincial chapters were 31 May – 02 June, 2018
reviewed and revised as necessary.
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 National Annual Meeting
118th IODE National Annual Meeting
and the 98th IODE Ontario Provincial
Annual Meeting
London hosts this special three-day
event in 2018 at the Ivey Spencer
Leadership Centre. SEE YOU THERE!
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NEW PROVINCIAL PRESIDENTS
Donna Cole, Saint John, NB
President IODE New Brunswick
Donna has been a member of IODE Katie Hazen Mackay
since 1986. Donna is a people person and has served as
Membership, War Memorial Convenor, Communications
and Website Convenor. She brings her experiences as an
educator and volunteer in other organizations such as the
St. John Hospice to her IODE leadership role. Providing
programs that inspire membership growth and retention is
her goal.
Charlene Greenfield, Dartmouth, NS
President IODE Nova Scotia
Charlene began as a junior chapter member in Halifax at
her mothers’ encouragement. Now a member of IODE
Mary Lawson, rejoining in 1984, she has been a leader in
her primary chapter as well as a tremendous contributor to
the provincial executive. She helped develop the provin-
cial website. An experienced elementary and middle school
educator, she is a lifetime member of the Girl Guides.
Charlene boasts a family of four children and now seven
grandchildren.
Valerie Braiden, St. Albert, AB
President IODE Alberta
Valerie is a long-time member originally with IODE Father
Lacombe and now a member of IODE Ethel Cuts. Valerie’s
background is in nursing but her personal passion has been
fitness. She managed a swim club, has been recognized as
a builder of Swim Alberta and participates as a triathlon
athlete. She has held most offices at the primary and provin-
cial levels including Treasurer, Services and Communications
but her keen interest is in Citizenship. Valerie is grateful for
the impressive work the Alberta members have been doing.
Liz Hancock, Vancouver, BC
President of IODE British Columbia
Considering IODE’s membership, Liz is a relatively new
member of IODE. A ten-year member of IODE Jessie F.
Gordon, she has been mentored by past provincial presi-
dents Moira Murdock and Elizabeth Worster. She has held
offices at the primary, zone and provincial levels. Liz is a
retired teacher and scientist who is most interested in
IODE’s work in Education, Scholarships and Services. She
seeks to continue the regeneration of membership in BC.
National Annual Meeting

Mary Lou Jackson, M.D. is the Director
of Vision Rehabilitation at the
UBC/VGH Eye Care Centre in
Vancouver. She attended medical
school at McMaster University and
moved to the University of Toronto for
ophthalmology. She is a pioneer in the
development of vision rehabilitation.
The UBC/VGH Eye Care Centre is the
recipient of IODE donations in support
of its programs.
Dr. Jackson spoke about why vision
rehabilitation is important and how
vision perimetry works. She advised that
one in four Canadians will experience
vision loss by age 75 with the primary
causes being macular degeneration,
glaucoma, diabetes, stroke, corneal
disease and congenital causes. She
informed members that vision loss
results in a 40% decrease in the quality
of life. Vision rehabilitation focuses on
reading, physical activities, safety,
participation and quality of life. Dr.
Jackson indicated that improving psy-
chological well-being is a primary focus
of rehabilitation treatment. The reha-
bilitation process includes assessment
and learning to use assistive devices. For
macular degeneration, vision function is
examined with a macular perimetry as- (L-R) Mary Lou Jackson
sessment that directs the rehabilitation with National Labrador
program. IODE BC is proud to have Adopt-A-Class Co-ordi-
made a significant contribution toward nator, Anne White.
purchasing this equipment.

Laura Bulk received an IODE War ment rates of all groups. Laura is
Memorial Scholarship in 2016. She is exploring why this is happening, what
studying for her PhD in Occupational it means to be blind and why it
Therapy at the University of British remains a major barrier to the
Columbia and is working on a collab- participation of blind people in the
orative project “Being Blind”. Laura social, political, cultural, and econom-
explained what it means to her to do ic fabric of society. Laura is using a
a PhD and how she has focused on participatory approach, in which she
promoting equity and social justice for (a blind academic researcher) will join
blind people. with other experts (blind co-
Laura advised meeting attendees researchers) to explore what it means
that 285 million people globally, (L-R) Citizenship Officer Hazel MacLeod, Laura Bulk, to be blind and to create a social
including 500,000 Canadians, face National President Bonnie Rees, War Memorial change strategy that might help shift
marginalization on a daily basis simply Officer E. Anne Mason. some of the attitudes that lead to
because of having visual impairments. negative experiences. Her project
Blind people face social isolation, reduced community partic- aims to enhance understanding and diversity within the greater
ipation, higher rates of poverty and one of the lowest employ- community, thereby improving quality of life for blind people.

Carla Qualtrough MP (Delta) was the
Minister of Sport and Disabilities at the
time of the National Annual Meeting
and is now the Minister of Public
Services and Procurement. Ms.
Qualtrough, who has been visually im-
paired since birth, is passionate about the
power of sport and physical activity to
change lives – her recipe for success. She is a Paralympic and
World Championship medalist in swimming and has degrees
in political science and law. She was unable to attend but her
speech was delivered by Donna Burke, Constituency Manager.
Ms. Qualtrough’s speech, on what Canadians can embrace
during Canada 150 celebrations, promoted empowerment of
our youth, celebration of our diversity, inclusion and recon-
ciliation with indigenous peoples, rediscovery of Canada’s
natural beauty and development of environmental conscious-
ness. Members attending the National Annual Meeting were
reminded that Canadians understand that diversity is our
country’s strength and that persons with disabilities should be
included to create a stronger Canada. Another focus was
reconciliation with indigenous peoples and the government’s
commitment to a renewed partnership that recognizes rights,
respect, cooperation and partnership. A look at the environ-
ment as a source of the country’s wealth and pride was tied to
the need to protect it by sustainable management.

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 Citizenship
The combined annual meetings of IODE Canada and IODE BC presented an opportunity
to recognize two RCMP officers for their outstanding service in the community.

Corporal Kimberly Mueller honoured by IODE Canada

C
orporal Mueller is well known
among the First Nations and Metis
Communities across Alberta for
helping Aboriginal youth and families.
Throughout her career, Corporal
Mueller has worked tirelessly for the First
Nations and Metis youth to create
programs, develop partnerships and access
funding to provide safe Aboriginal commu-
nities in Alberta.
As a School Liaison Officer in Enoch,
Corporal Mueller encouraged youth to
explore their culture in traditional ways,
such as dance, as a way to express them-
selves rather than through violence. The
Muskosis Dancers (which means Little
Bears in Cree) grew from four children to
20 between ages two and 16 within two
years and travelled to various communities
to perform.
M.A.G.I.C. (Mothers against Gangs in
the Communities) was founded in
2012 to work against the impact that
gangs were having on the youth of
Enoch. This program brought the
mothers and other community
stakeholders together to create a safe
and supportive environment for
youth at risk of becoming involved
in gangs and drug activity.
Today, Corporal Mueller is work- (L-R) Inspector Peter Ormshaw, Citizenship Officer
ing on another program, S.A.F.E. Hazel MacLeod, Deputy Commissioner Todd Shean,
(Strategies for Aboriginal Female Corporal Kimberly Mueller, National President Bonnie
Empowerment), in response to Rees.
Canada’s murdered and missing
Aboriginal women. She believes that For her impressive devotion to her
being a support person to young women, community, both on and off duty, Corporal
teaching them life lessons and providing a Kimberly A. Mueller of the Alberta Stony
safe environment to learn and relax in will Plain, Spruce Grove and Enoch detach-
empower these young women to create ment is awarded the IODE RCMP
change in their own lives and their Community Service Award by IODE
community. Canada.

Constable Robert Sierakowski honoured by IODE BC

IODE BC President Liz Hancock and Award recipient, Jack Stetz. He is current-
Citizenship Officer Bette Snowden pre- ly the Crime Stoppers Coordinator for
sented the IODE BC Provincial Police RCMP “E” Division in British Columbia.
Community Relations Award. They were While posted to Coquitlam Detach-
accompanied by the 2002 IODE BC ment, Constable Sierakowski partnered
Provincial Police Community Relations with the Kwikwetlem First Nation by join-
ing the band on a canoe trip. Since
that time, Constable Sierakowski
has attended every health fair rep-
resenting the RCMP. In addition,
while off duty Constable
Sierakowski has taught numerous
St. John Ambulance first aid cours-
es to the council members and eld-
ers as well as employees of the band.
Prior to moving to British
Columbia, Constable Sierakowski
actively participated in children’s
(L-R) IODE BC President Liz Hancock, Terry and Frank
McCullough representing The Order of Malta, IODE BC
charities including St. John
Citizenship Officer Bette Snowdon, Constable Robert Ambulance (car seat technician),
Sierakowski. Make A Wish Foundation and Third
World Children’s Fund (fundraising to spon-
sor an orphanage in Jakarta). Constable
Sierakowski also coached girls’ soccer for
the Newmarket Ontario Soccer league.
Constable Sierakowski remembers the
time spent at Big Brothers as his most
enjoyable. Not only was it his first time
volunteering in the community but the
most significant and he felt he made the
most important contribution mentoring his
Little Brother.
It is of note that Constable Sierakowski
has been a police officer for 36 years and
has consistently volunteered in the
communities he has served.
Constable Sierakowski is a diligent and
dedicated member of the Force. He is
extremely committed to youth mentoring,
volunteering his spare time and making
Coquitlam a better community in which to
live and work for everyone.

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Education
NATIONAL EDUCATION AWARDS
Education Awards are supported by members across Canada through
donations from chapters at all levels. Thank you to IODE members for their
purchases of 2017 Date Planners which also support these awards.
2018 Date Planners are now available through Head Office.
IODE PERFORMING ARTS AWARDS
Canada’s National Ballet School
Kiyana Tam Von Burgh $1,500
National Theatre School of Canada
Déjan Dixon-Green, Acting 3 $1,500
Nadine Desjardins, $1,500
3rd Year Interprétation
National Youth Orchestra of Canada
Laura Eaton $1,000
Josh Iverson $1,000
Bryce Penny $1,000
LABRADOR BURSARIES
Four renewal bursaries that totaled $2,000
and 20 new bursaries totaling $10,000
were awarded to students for the 2017/18
academic year for a total of $12,000.
Awards are made based on need and
merit. Renewal students receive a $150
book allowance from the Labrabook Fund.
IODE MARKS CENTENNIAL
In honour of the 100th anniversary
of the initiation of these prestigious
scholarships, the War Memorial
Scholarships for the 2018-2019
academic year will be valued at
$20,000 each. A maximum of three
scholarships will be offered.
First Nations Elementary
School: (L-R) Bryden
Paul, Sophie Mills, Jake
Maloney, IODE Dr.
Caroline Carmichael
Education Officer Helen
Cruickshank, Teaching
Principal Irene Endicott,
Bradley Francis, Evan
Beadie, Seth Francis.
ENDOWED NATIONAL AWARDS 2017
IODE Joan Butler Awards,
George Brown College, Excellence in
Perinatal Intensive Care Nursing
Michelle Arbour $500
Bowmanville, ON, Fall 2016
Sadaf Khan $500
Mississauga, ON, Spring 2017
IODE Silence to Sound Awards,
McGill University School of Commun-
ication Science and Disorders
Ishi Zachaviah $1,000
Speech and Language Pathology
Yasmin Beydoun $1,000
Speech and Language Pathology
IODE Ursula E. Bangs Awards in
Cardiology Research, University of Toronto
Medical School. In 2017, the clinical research
day was recognized with the presentation of
$2,400 in awards.
1st Place: Dr. Maneesh Sud
2nd Place: Dr. Katherine Connolly
IODE Wilhelmina Gordon Foundation
Scholarship, Queens University.
Awarded to student with the highest grade
in Honours English who will be pursuing
graduate studies in English Language and
Literature.
Da In (Ann) Choi $800
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Share a Story –
Bring a Book
At the National Annual Meeting held in Vancouver,
attendees donated 188 books for children six years
of age and under. An IODE bookplate was placed in
every book. All donated books were given to IODE
British Columbia who presented these to Gitsegukla
Elementary School near Hazelton, BC, and four
remote communities near Prince Rupert, BC.
National Citizenship Officer Hazel MacLeod
thanked members for their generous support. She
also reported that the books donated in 2016 were
given to St. Paul’s School, a school with a high
refugee population in the east end of Toronto. The
books are often wrapped and given as gifts to the
students who do not typically receive presents.
Education is the focus
IODE Dr. Caroline Carmichael, New
Glasgow, NS, appreciates that education and
learning lead to better life outcomes. They
have extended the idea of IODE Adopt-A-
Class in their local community. They support
two classes at the Learning Centre at North
Nova Education Centre providing them with
snacks, learning apps and special books. Two
more classes are cared for at Amos Comenius
School, Hopedale, NL. The chapter sends
seasonal parcels and they are gratified
to receive replies. Recently they
began assisting the Pictou Landing
First Nations School pictured here.
Classroom teachers always have a
wish list to meet the needs of their
current group of students. The
parcels, books and learning devices
show teachers and children that
others care about them and their
progress.
 War Memorial

At the 117th National Annual Meeting, IODE Canada

announced the winners of the IODE War Memorial Scholarships.
This is the 99th year since IODE Canada initiated these scholarships.

The National Chapter of Canada IODE initiated a living memorial to 60,000 Canadians whose
lives were sacrificed in World War I. This War Memorial, approved at the 1918 Annual Meeting in
Montreal, provided bursaries for university studies in Canada to children of men killed or permanent-
ly disabled in the Great War. The War Memorial Post Graduate Scholarships began in 1921 for one
college graduate from each province to spend one year at a British University. Among the first to hold
this scholarship for 1922-1923 at King’s College, University of London, was Bertha M. Lawrence from
Alberta. No awards were offered during the war years and when peace was finally declared, in 1946,
the members of IODE decided to establish a second War Memorial to honour the memory of more
than forty thousand men and women who lost their lives for Canada and in defense of freedom. The
Post Graduate Scholarships from the two War Memorial Funds were originally offered in specific fields
of study. Today, there is no such restriction. Applicants must be Canadian citizens and in at least the
second year of their doctoral program. Scholarships valued at $15,000 are now awarded to students
attending Canadian or Commonwealth universities.

Jordan Squair, Surrey, BC, received his BA
Kinesiology 2012 and MSc 2014 and is current-
ly enrolled in an MD/PhD program at the
University of British Columbia. His field of study
is spinal cord injury specifically to improve
cardiovascular health following this devastating
injury. His goal is to improve the lives of
Canadians and Canadian veterans living with spinal cord injuries.
Due to his stellar academic performance, Jordan has received
numerous scholarships and awards including the Canadian
Institutes of Health Research, Canada Banting and Best Graduate
Scholarship and the Killam Doctoral Scholarship. He has produced
a strong publishing record collaborating with numerous institutes
across Canada, the United States and Europe. Jordan is described
as a natural leader and a highly productive and accomplished
independent researcher. Outside of academia, Jordan has volun-
teered at BC Children’s Hospital and Canuck Place Children’s
Hospice. He enjoys theatre and music, plays in a slo-pitch base-
ball league and is an avid cyclist.
Vincent Michaud-Belleau, Lévis, QC, Bachelor
of Engineering (Physics) 2014 currently enrolled
in the Electrical Engineering PhD, Université
Laval. He is working on optical spectroscopy
which has applications ranging from quality
control in food production lines to environmen-
tal monitoring. Vincent is researching infrared
spectrometers to improve them through the integration of
miniaturized frequency comb technology. Faster spectrometers will
contribute to better and safer products, improved weather
predictions and air quality monitoring.
Vincent has an impressive list of scholarships and awards
including multiple NSERC (Natural Sciences and Research
Council of Canada) scholarships and three Governor General’s
Academic Medals. He volunteers in a large number of activities
within the academic and scientific community. He is currently
president of the research centre’s student association chapter,
which supports scientific education within the community. He is
a dedicated mentor and tutor and has also volunteered for
Photonics Games, Science Alive and the student newspaper.
Laura Jane Weber, Kitchener, ON, BSc Bio-
Medical Science, 2015 now pursuing a PhD in
a collaborative program in Epidemiology and
International Development, University of
Guelph. Laura is investigating the health and
well-being of Inuit mothers in the Baffin Region
of Nunavut in particular the practice of
obstetric evacuation and how it affects the whole family.
Laura, the top student in her undergraduate year, has earned
numerous scholarships and awards, including the University of
Guelph scholarship awarded to students of exceptional merit seek-
ing direct entry into a doctoral program from a BSc. One referee
called Laura a “talented scholar, gifted leader and a natural
educator.”
Laura’s interests include sports, music, travel and
gardening/farming. She plays five instruments and has won awards
for her excellence in classical piano performance. She is a long-
time volunteer at a drop-in centre for people living on the street;
for the Best Buddies program and working with adults with
intellectual and developmental disabilities. She helps as a refugee
settlement worker for Syrian refugee families at Romero House in
Toronto.

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Education
IODE 100th Anniversary Grant Program
$50K for 2017

T
he number and quality of the
applications that arrived at IODE Canada’s
Head Office exceeded expectations. The adjudicators were
faced with a difficult task of choosing. It was made easier by the
decision to award two grants in 2017 as an acknowledgement to
Canada 150 Celebrations and to IODE’s longstanding commitment
to children and youth. A women’s shelter in Parkdale, Toronto,
The Redwood, and a community Centre in Winnipeg, The
Elmwood Community Resource Centre, were the two recipients
of the grants valued at $25,000 each. Both agencies are highly
respected in their field of social services and in the work they do.
The Redwood’s program Art Together – An Intersection of Art,
Photo-voice and Photography is a therapeutic art, story-telling and
journaling program for women and children traumatized by
family violence. The Elmwood Community Resource Centre’s
project, Blueprint for Hope, is a program not currently present in
their community that helps victims of violence recover.
The Redwood’s Art Together program is a 12-week evening pro-
gram for mothers and small children who
are residents and past clients of The Redwood. This
is a safe place for healing, making connections and friendships.
Currently youth meet on a different night to explore art as a
healing agent. Older youth are interested in multi-media
projects that are hands-on. They are currently exploring
animation and filmmaking. In the final weeks, the two programs
intersect to prepare an art show.
The Elmwood Community Resource Centre program is a three-
tiered program of counseling, workshops and a program to strength-
en and empower girls ages 14 to 21. The Saraswati Girls Initiative
will empower girls to learn about themselves, their cultures and
the cultures in their community while giving them an opportuni-
ty to develop skills to act as leaders, mentors and advocates.
Saraswati is the Hindu Goddess of wisdom, learning, arts, knowl-
edge, performing arts, music and speech. The program began 27
May and continued through the summer culminating in a girls-
only camping experience.

National Youth Orchestra I O D E V I O L E T D O W N E Y B O O K AWA R D

IODE Responded: Sea Change by Frank Viva

Increased funding for
special artistic project
IODE began support of artistic youth training in the
60’s. Yearly, IODE Canada contributes to theatre,
music and ballet training for youth based on mem-
bers’ contributions to the National Education Fund.
In 2017, The National Youth Orchestra of Canada
(NYO) requested and IODE responded with the in-
creased support of $5,000 to enable a very special
sesquicentennial inspired tour. IODE is considered
a signature donor and a stakeholder in the develop-
ment of Canada’s orchestral community. You may re-
call enjoying cellist Bryan Holt during the 2016
National Annual Meeting.
The National Youth Orchestra of Canada
embarked on an historic milestone tour. A hand-
picked, select group of 40 musicians participated in
the Edges of Canada Tour, a specially commissioned,
youth-led response to Truth and Reconciliation. The
Unsilent Project was performed in Canadian cities
coast to coast to coast. The orchestra collaborated
with some of Canada’s high profile, multicultural
artists to present a response from youth.
Toronto author and illustrator Frank Viva’s story
Sea Change is based on childhood recollections of the Cape
Breton community of Point Aconi where he lived with his great uncle,
a commercial fisherman, for a time. Described as concrete poetry this
charming coming of age story is intimate, unique and multi-dimensional.
In the story, Eliot, the main character, is thirteen years old and shipped
off to the very edge of the world for the summer. He is not happy with the
arrangements! But as the
summer progresses, Eliot
changes and discovers many
things ... a hidden library, star-
ry nights and a mysterious girl
named Mary Beth.
The IODE Violet Downey
Book Award winner and the
books on the Short List as
provided by IODE Canada are
a resource for prizes to students
and schools and Christmas
Receiving the IODE Violet Downey Book gifts. Use the Shop to Give gift
Award for Sea Change (L-R) National cards at Chapters and Indigo
President Bonnie Rees, Author Frank Viva, to also support IODE Snack
Citizenship Officer Hazel MacLeod. Pack.

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 IODE and the Naval Hospital at Haslar, Gosport, UK
A Cen tu ry-Old Con n ection is Hon ou red

E
ric C. Birbeck, MVO of the Haslar Heritage Group,
recently contacted IODE Canada to let them know that Haslar
Heritage Group will be honouring IODE Canada’s
generosity of over 100 years ago by way of the substantial donation
made by IODE members at the start of WWI. The following
excerpt from IODE’s Golden Jubilee 1900-1950
book states the following:
“In the opinion of many, Canada was unpre-
pared for war in August 1914, but not so the
daughters of the Empire: they were in the
vanguard of women’s organizations, having had
the advantage of experience gained in the South
African War.
The Order’s first effort was to raise a fund for a
hospital ship to be the gift of Canadian women. Its
National appeal enlisted chapters from Prince
Edward Island on the East to far off Yukon, on the
West, who hastened to take part in the campaign.
In a very few weeks, the magnificent sum of
$282,857 was collected, the Ontario Government’s
contribution being $10,000. After communication
with the British Government, it was considered impractical to put
the money into a Floating Hospital Ship. The fund therefore was
placed at the disposal of the British War Office and the entire amount
was sent in care of H.R.H. the Duchess of Connaught, wife of His
Excellency the Governor General of Canada. In the final distribu-
tion the British War Office received $100,000 for the purchase of
Motor Ambulances for England and France and the Admiralty was
given the remainder to erect a wing in the Naval Hospital at Haslar
for the use of nurses. Exclusive of the value of
material used for comforts, a total sum approxi-
mately $5,500,000 was raised and expended by
chapters of the Order during 1914-18.”
Eric has much respect for the building as his
grandfather came from Sudbury, Ontario, fought
in WWI with the Princess Patricia’s Light
Infantry finally settling in the UK following the
war. Eric has been associated with Royal Haslar
for some 52 years, 32 serving in the Royal Naval
Medical Service at Haslar and a further 12 years
as a Technical Officer and in running the Haslar Heritage Group
since 2001. He lived in Canada House (the name for IODE
Canada’s wing) for eight years from 1964 – 1972 having joined
Haslar, then a hospital and now to become community of some
1500 people with all the Heritage Buildings to become apartments.
Canada House was officially opened in May of 1917 which
places its centenary in the spring of 2017. This milestone was
marked by a celebration and re-dedication of the building.

VIMY RIDGE
This year, in April 2017, Canadians marked the 100th anniversary of Vimy Ridge. The campaign
to take Vimy Ridge, a strategic height of land held by German troops, led by Canadian forces is
considered a coming of age event in Canadian history. It is the place where many immigrants
stopped being British and truly became Canadians. Famous historian Pierre Burton said “it was
the ingenuity of the mostly rural Canadian soldiers and the willingness of their Canadian
commanders to accept innovative ideas” that helped win the battle for Vimy Ridge. The battle
began on Easter Monday, 09 April 1917 while Canadians at home gathered to pray for the safe-
ty of loved ones. Regiments from coast to coast saw action together in a distinctly Canadian tri-
umph, helping create a new and stronger sense of Canadian identity in our country. Canada’s
military achievements during the war raised our international stature and earned Canada a
separate signature on the Treaty of Versailles that ended The Great War. Special commemorative
events in France, in Ottawa and at cenotaphs across Canada were held from 05 to 12 April 2017.

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Community Services
Simple Sandwiches Assist the Less Fortunate
Canada’s 150th Birthday Garden
IODE Walter Baker, Nepean, ON,
assisted another not-for-profit organiza-
tion, The Shepherds of Good Hope, with
their outreach program. Over 800 sand-
wiches and muffins are delivered daily to
homeless men, women and youth who
are known to use the service of shelters
and soup kitchens in the Ottawa area.
Chapter members met at the Ottawa-
Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi and
Carleton Association for Persons with
IODE Calgary President Shirley
Lamont opening the time capsule.
Developmental Disabilities where IODE
Ottawa and IODE Walter Baker both
have their monthly meetings. Members IODE Walter Baker members (L-R)
brought bread, sandwich filling and but- Marg Friesen, Veronica Ivkovic,
In 2016, the IODE Canada Express News en-
ter and used the boardroom table to as- Nancy Wiles, Charlotte Parry.
couraged chapters to apply to the Canadian
semble the 45 loaves of sandwiches they
Garden Council to qualify to participate in one
prepared for that night’s distribution. As well, 23 packages of muffins and
of the Canada150 garden projects offered across
other baking sorted by variety were wrapped to give away. The Shepherds of
Canada. Fifty years ago, IODE Calgary, AB,
Good Hope were most thankful for this enormous contribution.
planted a centennial garden in Confederation
Park. At that time, they also contributed to the
time capsule. This time their winning applica-
tion was to refresh the garden. The planting of Grade 5 students at St. George’s Elementary
the tulips began on a cold, damp fall day and with School receiving awards and a pizza party
in acknowledgement of good citizenship.
the assistance of The City of Calgary Parks
(L-R) IODE Shore of Nine Points Education
Department, over 1,000 red and white Vesey’s Officer Ashley Batten, Contest Winner
tulip bulbs were planted. Fast forward to Spring Sydney Boone, Public Relations Officer
2017- members’ efforts were amply rewarded by Maisie Fagan, Contest Winner Garrett Dawe,
the brilliant impact of the tulips. Vice-President Aura Farrell.
01 July 2017 IODE Calgary President Shirley
Lamont participated in a well-attended ceremo-
ny with Mayor Naheed Nenshi to unveil the The Community Benefits
time capsule. IODE memorabilia were among
IODE Shore of Nine Points, Conception Bay South, NL, ranking among one
the many items tucked away to remind us of the
of the newest chapters, derives satisfaction from time-honored activities -
past. Once again, IODE Calgary has been invit-
helping others in big and small ways in their community and beyond. They
ed to participate to contribute to the next
have supported people affected by the Fort McMurray fires in the West and
50-years time capsule.
IODE Snack Pack in Labrador. They contribute to a school lunch program,
Christmas family hampers, and groceries for Ronald McDonald House, flowers
for a centre for challenged adults, softball registration for a child otherwise
unable to participate and personal care items for youth at a Street Outreach
program. As a Canada 150 good citizenship initiative, they held an essay and
illustration contest at the local elementary school
asking the students to explain what good citizen-
ship looks like. The winning students received a
financial award and the school a pizza party - a
lot of accomplishments for the fifteen busy ladies.

Kristen Mercer receiving a donation provided to the

IODE Calgary members planting bulbs. charity of her choice in recognition of exceptional
(L-R) Angela Dean, Beatrice Steele, contributions to her community. (L-R) IODE Shore of Nine
Mary Mansfield, Leona Mitchell, Jenny Points Vice-President Aura Farrell, Citizenship Officer Gina
Thomson, Carol O’Brien, Alma Rutledge. Butler, Award Recipient Kristen Mercer.

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CanPraxis, Steve
Critchley with one of
the therapy horses.
Therapeutic horses heal PTSD
IODE Dardanelles, Carstairs, AB, in an effort
to assist veterans and first responders suffering
from Post Traumatic Stress Disorder hosted a
presentation by Steve Critchley of CanPraxis,
Alberta. Steve is an international consulting
mediator who has seen first hand in theatres
of war the destructive force combat has on the
soldier and on family relationships. CanPraxis
uses horses to help soldiers and their families
recover. IODE Dardanelles has supported
CanPraxis with donations of over $9,000 to
care for the horses. This program enables
PTSD sufferers to overcome their demons and
live a full life with their families.
Mad Dash for Good Deeds
IODE Susie Sorabji, Uxbridge, ON, holds a
Mad Dash for Groceries at Zehrs. Tickets are
sold a few times a week for two months.
Kathryn Stemp is the most recent winner.
Kathryn and her friends had lots of fun shop-
ping for a quick dash to fill up one grocery cart
at a time. Generously, Kathryn donated her
booty to the Loaves and Fishes Food Bank. This
is a repeat fundraiser for the chapter. They set
a limit at $1,000 for groceries gathered.
(L-R) Food Bank representatives Ron
Lee-Wing, Derek Freemantle, Gloria
Ross, prize winner Kathryn Stemp.
Chapters in the News
Many Schools, Many Projects
Canada’s 150 th Anniversary IODE Good
Citizenship Award program lead to varied and in-
teresting school projects. To date 44 chapters have
participated in awarding 217 certificates. One
chapter, IODE Captain Garnet Brackin,
Chatham, ON decided that rather than the indi-
vidual contest aspect they’d gift each of 18 Monsignor Uyen Catholic School
public and catholic schools in their area with $150 Principal Juli Faubert holds a
for the principals to spend at their discretion to time chest filled with items identi-
nuture their student bodies. The monies went to fied by students as Canadian.
a variety of choices. Some schools bought equip-
ment, others had special parties with pizza and cake, one school hired a chore-
ographer to plan and teach a dance for the older grades to perform, one school
hired a drone to capture the students forming the sign 150. Other schools spon-
sored outdoor activities. As hoped, principals planned creative ways to
involve as many students as possible - to benefit many.
This is what hope looks like
We have all been touched by the bravery of the Syrian
refugees whom Canadians welcomed in 2016. Citizen-
ship Officer Wendy Clark, IODE Bow Fort, Calgary, AB,
was motivated to support and encourage these young
people. The chapter awarded two Syrian children, Lara
Hussain Grade 4 and Mohammad Alhariri Grade 7, the
Canada’s 150th Anniversary IODE Good Citizenship
Award. The Certificate, President’s Letter and finan-
IODE Bow Fort Citizenship cial help were deeply appreciated. “These students, new
Officer Wendy Clark presents arrivals to Canada, have demonstrated a genuine
Mohammad Alhariri a Canada’s interest in their new community; a desire to contribute
150th Anniversary IODE Good to their new homeland and to participate in its culture,”
Citizenship Award. Wendy explained. “They are learning English quickly
and are helping to build the bridges between the
community and their family members.” This was a special award and gift.
Older & Wiser
“Extravaganza: Fashions For Guys and Gals” was a very successful fashion show held by
IODE Captain Hooper, Carleton Place, ON, and partner Waterside Retirement
Community on 09 April 2017. Held at Waterside, this partner and sponsors covered all
event costs allowing a profit of $4,000 which was presented to
the Carleton Place and District Memorial Hospital Foundation
for vital patient care equipment. This sold-out event was the
brainchild of 60-year IODE member Mary Cook. Two chap-
ter members acted as models. Hats donated by Mary during
the Easter Parade portion of the show were given out to lucky
attendees. Other components of the show were:
The Extravaganza, Take Me Out To The Ball IODE Captain Hooper
Game and Wild, Wild West. Local personalities member Mary Cook.
provided MC, DJ and entertainment services.
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Membership
Congratulations to the following Life Membership Award recipients.
National
SUSAN HARRISON, ON
JANE CUSHING, NB
Provincial
MARY LOUISE KILLAM, NS
CAROLINE RODGERS, ON
FRANCES DICKSON, BC
Municipal
JANET THOMSON, AB
GWYNETH HARKIN, ON
Primary
NATALIE DENESOVYCH MARGARET ANDREWS, KAREN DALTON,
IODE Jon Sigurdsson, MB IODE Angela Bruce, ON IODE Eldon House, ON
MARJORY BUTLER, BETTE SNOWDON, KATHY NEWNES,
IODE Margaret Stokes, ON IODE Diamond Jubilee, BC IODE Eldon House, ON
GAIL DELANEY, DOREEN SNOWDEN, LOIS HEATON,
IODE Boundary Bay, BC IODE Golden Jubilee, ON IODE Golden Jubilee, ON
SHIRLEY YOUNG, JEAN MAINSE, LINDA COLEMAN,
IODE Bridlewood, ON IODE Golden Jubilee, ON IODE Yellow Briar, ON
JEANNETTE MAULE JOAN SMITH, ELAINE DARIENZO,
IODE Laurentian, ON IODE Gloucester, NB IODE Yellow Briar, ON
ELIZABETH DALE-HARRIS, LOIS PAULS, MARY TRENHOLM,
IODE Laurentian, ON IODE Bow Fort, AB IODE Tantramar, NS
KAREN BARKER, MARY MANSFIELD, LOTTIE MEIER,
IODE 48th Highlanders, ON IODE Bow Fort, AB IODE Catherine McVean, ON
JANET PEART, LINDA JAMES, HELENE YOUNG,
IODE Kathleen Drope, ON IODE Errol Egremont, ON IODE Duke of Rothesay, NB
BETTY EMRICH GAIL KELLER, LINDA GRYNER,
IODE Kent Regiment, ON IODE Kent Regiment, ON IODE Errol Egremont, ON

National Life Memberships Awarded

Susan Harrison, ONTARIO
IODE Canada, with enormous gratitude, presented a National
Life Membership to Susan Harrison, IODE Glen Stewart,
Toronto, ON, at the October 2016 National Advisory
Committee Meeting. Sue was first elect-
ed as a National Councillor in 1985 while
she was a member of the executive of The
Municipal Chapter of Toronto IODE.
Sue’s compassion was ignited by the work
that IODE carried out in Services at all
levels. As well as a reliable and insightful
committee member, Sue faithfully attend-
ed NEC meetings and National annual
meetings over the decades. Particularly in
the 90’s and leading up to IODE’s centennial year, Sue and
other Toronto IODE members were indispensable, lending their
assistance at the time of the annual meeting. Sue could be found
at the registration desk, greeting special guests at the hotel door
and managing book sales for the IODE Violet Downey Book
Award winner. Sue could be counted on to be discreet and gra-
cious at all times. Susan has been a member of IODE for 61 years.
She was also an elected member of the Board of Management
of the IODE Children’s Centre North York General Hospital.
She has been a long time elected councillor of IODE Ontario.
Another passion of Susan’s has been the Community Association
Riding for the Disabled (CARD) where she encouraged IODE
Toronto and CARD to have a long-term partnership. She has per-
sonally purchased a horse to be used for those with special needs.
Jane Cushing, NEW BRUNSWICK
It was with abundant pleasure that IODE Canada awarded Jane
Cushing a National Life Membership at the annual meeting held
in Vancouver, May 2017. Provincial Services Officer for many
years and member of NEC, Jane had been a great assistance to
the National Chapter via her many years as War Memorial
Convenor for New Brunswick. Jane became a Vice-President of
IODE Canada, as all provincial presidents are, in 2011 when she
was elected president of IODE New Brunswick. She served
actively in committee meetings and discussions at IODE Canada
Head Office. She continued to aid the IODE Board when elected
in 2013 as National Services Officer. Jane embraced this position
improving the delivery of food to remote areas in the IODE
Snack Pack program and looked for new
methods of funding to assure the program’s
success. To help understand and be further
informed, Jane traveled to Labrador to
visit schools with IODE New Brunswick
President Rose Carolyn Smith. Currently,
Jane is National Second Vice-President and
travels to Toronto to participate in meetings
of the IODE Board and NAC. Members of
the Board welcome her insightful and
knowledgeable comments drawing from her many years as an
educator and administrator, as well as over 45 years of IODE mem-
bership. She has been a primary chapter member in both Prince
Edward Island and New Brunswick. Jane is also a recipient of the
Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee medal presented in 2012.

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Welcome New Friends – IODE Headwaters
C
ongratulations to IODE Ontario who welcomed a second
chapter in 2016. A group of young professional women have
formed a new chapter north of Toronto in the geographic area
known as Headwaters. Here, four large rivers, fed by springs, begin
their journey to the Great Lakes arriving in Georgian Bay, Lake
Huron, Lake Ontario and Lake Erie. Headwaters is considered a
placing of beginnings – fitting for a new IODE chapter.
The Bestowal of Charter ceremony for the twelve new members
took place on 27 September 2016 in Orangeville. IODE Ontario
President Renate Schuetz and Vice-President Linda Gryner officiat-
National Membership Awards
IODE British Columbia won with a 7.1% increase, IODE Ontario
was the runner-up with a 5.3% and IODE Alberta third with 3.7%,
based on the proportion of new members.
(L-R) IODE Alberta
President Valerie
Braiden, IODE Ontario
President Renate
Schuetz, IODE BC
President Liz Hancock,
National Membership
Officer Gail Delaney.
IODE 48th Highlanders, Toronto, ON won the Membership Crystal
Challenge Cup for gaining ten new members. Second place with four
new members was widely dispersed. Congratulations to:
IODE Angela Bruce, Oakville, ON
IODE Baron Tweedsmuir, Olds, AB
IODE Dr. Caroline Carmichael, New Glasgow, NS
IODE Errol Egremont, Sarnia, ON
IODE Katie Hazen Mackay, Saint John, NB
IODE Laura Gordon, Comox, BC
IODE Laurentian, Ottawa, ON
IODE Maple Leaf, Goderich, ON
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Membership
ed with the assistance of National President Bonnie Rees.
Special thanks go to proud organizer IODE Ontario
Membership Officer Shirley Ann Elms. She recounted
their formation story. This group of service minded women
explored other avenues and then determined that work-
ing under the prestigious name of IODE was best. They
found that their goals were consistent with the aims and
objectives of IODE. It didn’t take long to gather the required
number of interested women to form a new chapter.
The Bestowal of Charter ceremony was a moving and
meaningful service that emphasized the traditional aspects
of IODE: the meaning of the badge; the aims and objec-
tives of the organization; the installation of the officers
including a gift of the gavel to their first president and a
united recitation of the IODE Mission Statement and
Affirmation. Each new member was pinned with her badge
by an IODE member who holds her office at another
level. The event was very festive. It was well attended.
This new chapter has two IODE chapters close by to lean
on, IODE Yellow Briar formed in the 80’s and one of the
original chapters in Ontario, IODE Lord Dufferin.
IODE Chosen as “Charity of Choice”
Moncton’s IODE Hon. Dr. C. H. Blakeny was chosen
as the “charity of choice” for the annual October “Girl’s
Night Out” dinner and fashion show held in Camden
Park Terrace and sponsored by the nearby Centennial
Café & Gifts.
The story of how this came about shows the impor-
tance of carrying IODE Canada publicity flyers in one’s
purse at all times. As
IODE Hon. Dr. C. H.
Blakeny was discussing
plans for their Fall Tea
being held in the same
locale, the Food and
Beverage Manager men-
tioned the “Girl’s Night
Out” event that she
hosts for two nights each
IODE Hon. Dr. C. H. Blakeny year with proceeds do-
member, Linda Fitch speaking to nated to a worthy cause.
guests about IODE and the many Communications
projects the Chapter supports. Officer Pat MacNeill
provided several IODE
Canada flyers asking if IODE might be considered as this
year’s choice and later learned the good news. Nearly
$700 was presented to the chapter to continue their
services, education and citizenship efforts.
 Apples for Labrador Schools
A Gift from the Patron’s Fund
A
t the time of Her Majesty’s
ninetieth birthday, organiza-
tions for which Her Majesty is
Patron were invited to a “Picnic on the
Mall”. Funds raised by this picnic were
then made available to the same group
of organizations for special projects.
IODE Canada applied for a gift to
allow IODE to send apples to the
schools served by IODE Snack
Pack in Labrador.
Over the years, the schools
have asked for fresh fruit; but
it could not be made available
because there was not appropri-
ate storage space to make the fruit
last through the long season when
everything has to be shipped by air.
IODE Snack Pack could never afford to
ship repeatedly and so they had to send
nutritious food that had a long shelf life.
The gift from the Patron’s Fund allows
IODE to continue their regular IODE
Snack Pack and make a special shipment
of apples in honour of Her Majesty’s
ninetieth birthday.
In the fall, just before freeze up, they
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will be able to send about four apples per
student to each of the 14 schools.
Special stickers have been developed to
identify the source of the shipment and
IODE members have collected pictures
of apple orchards and trees at the vari-
ous stages of the growing season. The
information members have gathered will
be used to develop teaching resources for
each school. Most of the students would
not have had an opportunity to see an
apple tree or apple orchard.
It is exciting to finally be able to
honour the schools’ request for fresh
fruit. IODE is very grateful for the gift
from the Patron’s Fund. Apples are an
excellent symbol to
celebrate Her
M a j e s t y ’s
longevity.
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