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BPW London November 2009 Newsletter - Women Moving Forward
In this Issue:
New Member Profile - Cheryl Fanni
As reported in the October 2009 issue, BPWL has 8 new members! This month's issue is profiling Cheryl Fanni.
In 1998, Cheryl started up Imperial Nour Arabians breeading Egyptian Arabian horses. Cheryl also works for Equity Associates as Certified Financial Planner and independent insurance broker specializing in insurance, estate, retirement and tax planning.
Cheryl lives in Parkhill with her husband, horses and dogs. She also is a dog agility trainer.
Welcome, Cheryl!
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2012 National Convention, London, ON Update - The Title by Sheila Crook and Linda Davis: BPW 2012 Co-Chairs
The BPW 2012 Winning Title is ... "Celebrate into the Future"
Special thanks to everyone who took time to participate in the "Name the 2012 National Convention Survey". Your creative feedback helped to streamline the draft concepts presented and provided a wealth of ideas to be incorporated into the actual Convention Program of events.
Celebrate into the Future very effectively captures the essence of your collective feedback and will work very well with Doris Hall's President's two year theme BPW -Yours, Mine, Ours to Create (starting in June 2010). However, what is really exciting is the synergy that your feedback created and the many additional ideas that will be incorporated across the convention program and special events. As suggested by survey respondents the invitation to Convention will include an inviting "Come Celebrate into the Future". In addition, just to list a few, you will find that many of the tweaked terms such as Trail Blazers; Lead, Learn, and Live; Strive, Share and Play; Road to Resolution and Look out Future HereWe Come are expected to be incorporated in some fashion into the convention program and special events.
We are confident a graphic artist can now create a vivid image that will see the Convention Title leap from the page as it conveys the concepts associated with celebrating our contributions to the advancement of women through time, while simultaneously inspiring a fresh new portal to the future.
The creative spontaneity of BPW London members is certain to make the 2012 National Convention one that will be long remembered.
We thank you for your passion and look forward to the excitement of the next two years.
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Silent Auction and Social - December 8, 2009
BPWL's December fundraiser is fast-approaching. Last year was a great success and a lot of fun! To make this year another success we need donations for the silent auction. Contact
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at 519.471.7227.
Winn will accept items at the November dinner meeting or contact her and arrange a drop-off time and location prior to December 8. If you plan on bringing your donations the night of the event, please notify
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prior to December 8, with a description of the item and an estimated value .
Note: this social is the 2nd Tuesday of the month versus BPWL's usual 3rd Tuesday of the month.
Guests, friends, significant others are invited. Cost is $30 for all. Our House & Social Chair,
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, promises a very Merry Dinner will be served.
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are due by December 4, 2009.
Stay tuned to your email for more information on the evening.
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Menopause the Musical - Fundraiser for BPW London and Friends of Olivia
Excursion Details:
- Depart pick-up point at 2:00 p.m. (there will be two different pickup point options: London & Tillsonburg)
- Voyageur Limo (Luxury Coach) will provide transportation to Toronto with complimentary wine and cheese for the trip!
- Theatre ticket for Winter Garden Theatre's presentation of "Menopause - the Musical" (It's hilarious! - check out their web site).
- Returning to pick up point around 11:00 - 11:30 pm.
- Price: $125/ticket includes all of the above!
This is a joint fundraiser. A portion of each ticket sold by Friends of Olivia will dontated to that organization and a portion of each ticket sold by BPW London will be donated to BPWL. You don't have to be a member of Friends of Olivia or BPW to join us!
So, this is an excursion for women, about an issue all women will experience to some degree or another; so we might as well laugh about it!!
Tickets are sold on first come, first serve basis and all payments are due upon ordering of tickets. Contact
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to book your tickets!
Click here to download all the details of the excursion including payment methods.
Learn more about Friends of Olivia.
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BPWL Resolution Report by Linda Davis, BPWL Resolutions Chair
The London Club is currently working on the following resolutions:
- Sisters In Spirit funding– The Native Women’s Association of Canada (NWAC) is working in collaboration with other Aboriginal women’s organizations and the federal government to improve the human rights of Aboriginal women and address the violence facing Aboriginal women, in particular the high rates of missing and murdered Aboriginal women in Canada. This is a five-year research, education and policy initiative done through activities in various areas and will address violence against Aboriginal (First Nations, Inuit and Métis) women, particularly racialized and/or sexualized violence, that is, violence perpetrated against Aboriginal women because of their gender and Aboriginal identity.
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is working on a potential resolution to ask for increased governments funding in support of this initiative. For more information visit http://www.nwac-hq.org/en/background.html.
- Changes to the Family Law Act – On Nov. 24, 2008, Ontario Attorney General Chris Bentley introduced a multi-faceted family law reform package aimed at better protecting the rights of women, children and families in times of family breakdown. These proposed changes were prompted by the death of 7-year-old Katelynn Sampson in August of 2008.
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is working with, local lawyer and former BPWLmember Mandy Heyninck, to investigate this issue.
- Access to health care for the marginalized population – many people living at or below the poverty line do not have a regular doctor and are therefore forced to attend walk-in clinics or emergency rooms. A pilot project in London saw Nurses and Nurse Practitioners with offices located in subsidized housing areas and as a result this population was able to meet their health care needs and be pro active therefore, reducing the overall strain on the health care system. The funding for this project has not been renewed and
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is working on a resolution to address this and other marginalized population’s access to adequate health care.
- The fight against the legalization of prostitution – On October 6, lawyers for Terri-Jean Bedford, Valerie Scott and Amy Lebovitch argued for Canada's current prostitution laws to be thrown out. Currently the Criminal Code of Canada prohibits communication for the purpose of prostitution. It also prohibits keeping a common bawdy house for the purpose of prostitution. The three women involved in the case are calling for prostitution to be decriminalized.
This is a fight that has been fought before but with the newest big business of human trafficking, decriminalizing prostitution may make Canada a haven for human trafficking. In the countries that have already legalized prostitution the average age of prostitutes has dropped so younger women are being entrapped into this way of life and human trafficking has increased to meet the demand
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and
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will be working on a resolution against the legalization of prostitution, to address this issue.
If you would like to work on any of these resolutons
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or the member identified in each resolution and they would be happy to enlist your services.
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BPW Canada’s lobbying efforts on Employment Insurance by Doris Hall, BPWC 1st VP
Since 1948, BPW members in Canada have been lobbying for better access to Employment Insurance benefits for women. Resolutions have been passed asking for a complete review of the Unemployment Insurance Act, for equality in claims for married women and elimination of sex discrimination. We have lobbied to include benefits for part time workers, for maternity benefits and for business owners.
In 2002, BPW Saskatoon and Montreal sponsored a resolution to provide access to employment insurance benefits for business owners and self-employed women. Such an amendment to the Employment Insurance Act would allow access to maternity and parental leave, as well as compassionate leave for caregivers.
“The Harper government plans to introduce legislation this month to allow self-employed Canadians to access maternity and parental benefits under the federal employment insurance program,” according to Shawn McCarthy, The Globe and Mail, November 1, 2009. He states that, “This legislation would allow the self-employed to enroll in the EI program and pay only the employee’s share of the premium.”
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CPP Changes by BPWL MemberRose Kuchynski of Johnston & Company
You Wanted to Know...
Should I apply for my Canadian Pension Plan (CPP) benefits now? I've heard there were changes to the Canada Pension Plan in the latest federal budget. What are they and how does this affect me?
What other CPP Benefits should I be aware of?
Finance Canada has announced proposed changes to the Canada Pension Plan. If approved, these changes will impactthose retiring after 2010. If you already receive CPP benefits, however, these changes will not affect you. The following summary explains the current CPP benefits and the proposed changes.
Johnston & Company Recommendation:
We advise eligible clients to take advantage of early CPP before these changes are enacted. We cannot predictthe future in terms of our longevity or the economy and the CPP plan itself...so, as the saying goes: "A bird in the hand..." These are situations where delaying could be beneficial. Contact
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to review your unique circumstances.
What if I take early retirement CPP benefits before age 65?
Current adjustments reduce early pensions by 0.5% for each month of early retirement, or 6% per full year. Starting in 2012, the proposed pension reduction will gradually be increased over 5 years to 0.6% for each month of early retirement or 7.2% per each full year. So, if you begin taking your pension at age 60, your pension is currently reduced by 30%. Under the proposed changes, by 2016, the reduction will be 36%.
Click here to read the remainder of Rose's article that answers such questions as: What if I take CPP benefits between 65 and 71?, Child Rearing Drop-Out Revision and Taxes Withheld.
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BPW Canada News - Fall Newsletter & Club Mailing, Leadership Award, BPW Careers and 1 + 1
- The following are highlights from the Fall Newsletter and November 1, 2009 Club Mailing: 2009 Brief has been sent to the political leaders, Implementation Plan for Resolutions, By-law amendments are due March 31, 2010. Click here to read the complete Club Mailing and click here to read the complete Fall Newsletter.
Club Mailings (associated attachments for each Club Mailing can be found on the Members Only or Public sections of the BPW Canada website).
- The 2010 Leadership Awards will be presented at BPW Canada’s 42nd Biennial Convention at the Horseshoe Resort north of Barrie, ON on June 19, 2010. For information on these awards and an application to nominate someone, download this pdf document. If you would prefer the document in Word, please contact Committee Chair Linda Prafke directly at
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. Deadline for nominations is January 30, 2010.
- BPW Canada Careers & Workopolis:
Deadline to enter your name in the draw for a $150 gift certificate from Westjet has been extended to November 30th. Submit your resumé at BPW Canada Careers for a chance to win.
For employers: post your job ads by November 30th for FREE!
Posting resumés and posting jobs is open to ALL, not just BPW members.
- And More Chances to Win: 1 + 1: The New Power of BPW:
BPW International launched a Federation Promotion Membership Campaign for 2009-2010. The Campaign is called “1 + 1 = New Power of BPW”, and is based on each current member bringing one new member into BPW. GREAT PRIZES will be drawn amongst both clubs and members for results achieved. Clubs can win a $250 WestJet gift certificate. Members can win a $250 Westjet gift certification; $100 Radio Shack certificate; $100 Staples gift certificate; a framed painting by Dana.
Learn more about this campaign by clicking here. Note: you will need your National Login to open the page.
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BPW Ontario News - Stronger Protection for Women and Women Abuse Prevention Month
The following are mailings from BPWON President Carol Kollar:
- Stronger Protection for Women and Children: Click here to read a news release issued by the Ministry of the Attorney General October 25, 2009 giving women and children stronger protection. Attorney General Chris Bentley announced that new provisions affecting restraining orders made under the Children’s Law Reform Act and the Family Law Act came into effect October 15.
- Women Abuse Prevention Month: Click here to read the Statement delivered by Laurel Broten, Minister Responsible for Women’s Issues in the Ontario Legislature on November 3, 2009.
- BPWON Member Offer to The Power of Women: Experience the Power of Women Leadership event November 30, 2009 in Toronto. Special: Buy 1 ticket and get 1 complimentary ticket. Partial list of speakers: Tina Brown, Campbell Brown, Lisa Daily. Reserve tickets at 1.866.883.6568. Click here for complete details.
Mark your calendars - BPW ON Provincial Conference - June 18, 2010, Barrie, Ontario, Horseshoe Resort. Click here to download the flyer. National Convention begins on June 19, 2010.
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UN Commission on the Status of Women: March 1- March 12, 2010
The 54th session of the UN Commission on the Status of Women (CSW54) at the United Nations in New York is March 1 -12, 2010.
CSW54 marks the 15th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and our UN Representatives have advised that we could expect up to 10,000 women taking part in next year's milestone.
All accreditations for CSW54 will be handled by BPW's UN Administrator Ann Swain, email address:
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.
Click here to view more details on the CSW54 from the office of BPWI President, Liz Benhamor visit the BPW International web site for more details and registration forms.
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Breakfast for YOU - Empowering YOUth - February 4, 2010
Youth Opportunities Unlimited, invitesBPWL to join us Thursday, February 4, 2010 for the 4th Annual Breakfast for YOU Empowering Youth. This important fundraiser will take place at Hilton London, Grand Ballroom.
Click here to learn additional information.
Watch this website for informtion on when on-line registration opens. Contact Christine Dirks 519.432.1112 ext. 351.
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The London Abused Women’s Centre andThe London Anti-Trafficking GroupPresents The Ugly Reality Of Pornography
Featuring: Dr. Robert Jensen, author of Getting Off: Pornography and the End of Masculinity witha screening of the documentary The Price of Pleasure: Pornography, Sexuality & Relationships*.
Date: Thursday, November 26, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. (followed by a book signing)
Place: London Convention Centre Theatre
Cost: Pay what you can with a suggested donation of $10 general public; $5 for students
Seating is limited .
Click here to view flyer.
*The documentary contains scenes of sexual activity and aggression from pornographic videos. This event is open to only those individuals over the age of 18.
For further information, call Megan Walker, Executive Director, London Abused Women’s Centre, 519.432.2204,
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Executive Meeting Minutes
Below is a summary of the October 2009 London Executive Minutes. At the end of the summary there is a link to the complete version of the minutes.
Business Arising
- Doris Hall reported the Human Trafficking event sponsored by BPWL was a huge success.
- The Annual Report are completed and will be posted to the web site.
Fundraising
- Winn Barnett will briefly discuss the Christmas Sïlent Auction at the October 2009 meeting.
- Carole Orchard provided an update on the Recipe Book Fundraiser.
House & Social
- Laura Noble met with Brenda Feenstra (House & Social Chair), Rose Kuchynski (Membership Chair) and Linda Dawson (Treasurer) to discuss fine-tuning their club functions. The registration desk now will include a Membership person as well as the Treasurer and House & Social Chair.
Financial
- Mary McBrearty has passed on the books to the auditor Sandy Pearce.
Membership
- Rose Kuchynski presented new members for approval and also indicated she has set up a control sheet to track when new members have been inducted and paid dues.
- Laura Noble and Rose Kuchynski received approval to purchase BPWON brochures. These brochures will be part of the guest packages.
Public Relations
- It was suggested that the dinner flyer be emailed to each month's speaker.
Resolutions
- Doris Hall reported that she had been in contact with Mandy Heyninck (aformer BPWLmember who is a lawyer) to see if we should be concerned about the new divorce law being considered by the government. At this time Mandy Heyninck does not feel that the law will be passed. We will continue to monitor the situation.
- Carole Orchard mentioned a concern regarding the plan to cut money to fund medical clinics in low cost housing complexes. This topic could be developed into a future resolution.
- Doris Hall mentioned the concern about missing aboriginal women and the proposed law to legalize prostitution as two possible future resolutions.
Professional Development
- Sheila Crook has revamped the Stepping Up to 2012 and will present it at the October dinner meeting.
- Laura Noble will present the BPW Canada Careers and Workopolis.
District/Provincial
- Linda Davis announced the Southwestern District meeting will be held on November 14, 2009. She will annouce this at the October dinner meeting.
National
- Doris Hall mentioned that a press release has gone out regarding BPWC Brief. Some of the topics include poverty and pay equity.
Other New Business
- Carole Orchard has received a letter requesting a donation to the Breakfast for London Abused Women’s Centre Annual fund raiser. It was decided that Carole Orchard would let them know that we would promote it and try to sell some tickets to our members but that at this time we were not in a position to sponsor them We will table this item and review it again in January, 2010.
Complete October 2009 Minutes.
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Notices & Events
- Recession-proof yourself: Fundamentals of Mediation at Munn Conflict Resolution Services (owned by Kathryn Munn, BPWL member).
Learning how to mediate is an asset whether you are exploring a career option related to mediation services or whether you are developing skills for your current job. In addition to positions specifically for mediators, job roles such as human resources, management, and customer service all benefit from the application of mediation skills.
Coming up in spring 2010 is your opportunity to get the mediation training you want in beautiful downtown London, Ontario.
Fundamentals of Mediation is an intensive 40 hour course approved by the ADR Institute of Ontario and completion of the course qualifies for application as a mediator member of the ADR Institute of Ontario. The 5 days of the course are May 10, 11, 12, 17, 18, 2010.
Discounted early payment deadline is April 8, 2010.
See www.munncrs.com for more information.
As a BPWL Member, if your business has an upcoming event or notice,
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for inclusion in the next newsletter by the last day of the month. It's FREE and great way to promote your business' workshops, upcoming events etc.
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Upcoming BPW Events
Note: BPW London meetings are the 3rd Tuesday of the month. Reservations are due to
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by the prior Friday.
- BPW London - November 17, 2009. Dinner meeting topic is Breaking Through the Grass Ceiling: Barriers to Rural Women. Speaker: Helene Cummings, Associate Professor, Division of Sociology and Family Studies, Brescia University College. Click here to download the meeting flyer.
- BPW Cambridge - November 23, 2009 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. Dessert Meeting topic is Young Women Breaking the Glass Ceiling on Women’s Boxing at the 2012 Olympics. Speaker is Mandy Bujold atwo-time Pan Am Games Champion in the world of Women’s Boxing. Click here to download the flyer and view registration information.
- BPW Toronto - November 29, 2009. 3:00 - 5:00 p.m. High Tea with Sistering Organization. BPW Toronto is celebrating it's 100th Year! Click here for more details on this event.
- BPW Cambridge - December 7, 2009 6:00 p.m. Christmas Social and Silent Auction. Click here to view flyer and resevation details.
- BPW London: Silent Auction and Social: December 8, 2009. Note: this is the 2nd Tuesday of the month vs the 3rd. Donations for auction can be forwarded to
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. Guests, friends, significant others invited. Cost $30 for members and guests. Click here to download the flyer.
- UN Commission on the Status of Women 54th Session (CSW54) : March 1- March 12, 2010. CSW54 marks the 15th anniversary of the Fourth World Conference on Women and our UN Representatives have advised that we could expect up to 10,000 women taking part in next year's milestone. Click here to read more details on registration and accomodations.
- BPW ON Provincial Conference - June 18, 2010, Barrie, Ontario, Horseshoe Resort. Click here to download the flyer. National Convention begins on June 19, 2010.
- BPW Canada National Convention - June 19 - 20, 2010, Barrie, Ontario, Horseshore Resort. Stay tuned for details.
- BPW Regional Conference - September 23 - 26, 2010, Las Vegas. Stay tuned for details.
- BPW International Congress - June 17 - 21, 2011, Helsinki, Finland.
- BPW Canada National Convention - June 20 - 24, 2012, London, Ontario.
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