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District 34 - York Region Vol. 28 No. 1 - Jan 2016

After the Ice Storm (Photo by Grant Dale)

“Service to Others”

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For Your Calendar

Play BridgeMondays1:00 pm to 4:00 pmMcConaghy Senior Centre - Rm. 103

French ConversationMondays1:30 pm to 2:30 pmWednesdays1:30 pm to 2:30 pm

Hava JavaWed, Jan 13, 2016

Join Us for a WalkThurs, Jan 21, 2016

Lunch and TriviaMon, Jan 25, 2016

Milk Bag ProjectTues, Feb 9, 2016

“Assisted Living” at MLTWed, Feb 10, 2016

Hava JavaThurs, Feb 11, 2016

First Aid WorkshopThurs, Feb 18, 2016

“The Little Mermaid”Sat, Feb 20, 2016

Join Us for a Walk Tues, Feb 23, 2016

Estate Planning WorkshopThurs, Feb 25, 2016

Your Image MattersWed, Mar 9, 2016

Hava JavaWed, Mar 9, 2016

Join Us for a WalkThurs, Mar 17, 2016

“Guys and Dolls”Sat, Mar 26, 2016

“Charity Begins” at the MLTWed, Apr 13, 2016

Hava JavaThurs, Apr 14, 2016

“Forever Plaid”Sun, Apr 17, 2016

Join Us for a WalkTues, Apr 19, 2016


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ContentsFor Your Calendar ............................................................................................2President’s Message .........................................................................................4Executive of District 34 and Committee Chairpersons 2015 - 2016 ........................... 5Hava Java On Us ..............................................................................................6Fall Luncheon ..................................................................................................7Pension News ...................................................................................................7Join Us for a Walk ............................................................................................8Tuscany Local Living Experience 2015 ..........................................................9Members’ Travels (Photo) ................................................................................9Bridge Club News .........................................................................................10Lunch and Trivia at the Crow’s Nest ............................................................. 11Milk Bag Project ............................................................................................12Markham Little Theatre Celebrates 50 Wonderful Years ...............................13Your Image Matters........................................................................................15Learn How To Save A Life ............................................................................16Foundation Donation to Ottawa Medical School ...........................................17Art and Artisan Show .....................................................................................18Forever Plaid ..................................................................................................19Welcome New Members ................................................................................20In Memoriam .................................................................................................22RTO Foundation In Memory Donation Cards ...............................................22The Little Mermaid ........................................................................................23Paris and Art Nouveau ...................................................................................24Registration for RTO District 34 York Region Events...................................25Tid-Bits from RTO/ERO ................................................................................26Estate Planning Workshop .............................................................................27What is Project Service to Others? ................................................................28Guys and Dolls ...............................................................................................29Fall Luncheon (Photo) ...................................................................................30Registration for RTO District 34 York Region Events...................................31Mining Our History........................................................................................32Registration for RTO District 34 York Region Events...................................34Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release ........................................................35Robert A. Cressman .......................................................................................38Volunteer opportunity ....................................................................................38Volunteer Recognition....................................................................................40Nomination In Memory of Bruce Shiga: .......................................................41Paris Art Nouveau (Photos) ............................................................... 42 and 43Fall Luncheon (Photos) ..................................................................................44Reflections of My Life ...................................................................................45Find Us on The Web ......................................................................................46Classified Advertising ...................................................................................47Changing Your Name, Address or Phone .......................................................47


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President’s Message

Regine Baker, President

Continued on page 7.

By Regine Baker

Virtually all of our District 34 members enjoy receiving their

copies of the 34th Story every few months. Some like keeping track of former colleagues through the membership updates; some like the social events that we provide; and, some like the pictures and articles from members.

We are all very proud of our newsletter but it will be no surprise to you that publishing it is the most expensive of all our endeavours. We want very much to maintain its sleek, professional appearance and to continue to include everything

that appeals to our readers. At the same time, we also want to have space for more pictures and submissions from members. However, if the booklet gets much larger, both the publishing costs and the mailing costs will increase significantly.

With all of this in mind our executive has discussed ways we can make the booklet more “efficient” without compromising its integrity.

Beginning with this issue, you will find a new, generic Event Registration Form. Instead of having a separate form for each event, which takes up several pages, the generic version will be suitable for all events. Two copies of the form will be printed in each issue. In this one, there are three: on pages 25, 31 and 34. If you’d like to attend more than three events, additional copies of the form may be scanned, photocopied or downloaded from our website. Hand-written versions will also be acceptable. The address of where each form is to be sent will be in the body of the event description.


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Executive of District 34 and

Committee Chairpersons 2015 - 2016

Past PresidentLynn Hitsman..............905-294-6717 [email protected]

PresidentRegine Baker .............. 416-293-3514 [email protected]

First Vice-PresidentSusan Phillips ............. 905-859-4583 [email protected]

second Vice-PresidentPaul Devlin ................. 905-727-6810 [email protected]

secretaryVirginia Dawson.........647-229-2806 [email protected]

treasurerGeorge McKelvey ...... 905-294-1935 [email protected]

MeMbershiP coordinator/constitution chairEvelyn Lawrence ....... 905-642-5435 [email protected]

MeMbershiP recruitMentJohn Pickett ................ 647-273-0790 [email protected]

newsletter editor/webMasterGrant Dale...................905-508-8164

[email protected]

executiVe MeMbersAnn Evans .................. 905-830-0407

[email protected]

Craig Lee .................... 905-884-4957 [email protected]

Goodwill rePresentatiVeBetty Tobin ................. 905-884-8958

[email protected]

serVice to others reP.

health insurance reP.Susan Leppington ...... 905-882-5015

[email protected]

Pension & retireMent reP.Pat MacMillan ............ 905-773-0916

[email protected]

Political adVocacy reP.Elaine Adam...............905-898-6050

[email protected] social conVenorErnie Polsoni ............. 905-773-5814

[email protected]

eMail coMMunications reP.Shelagh Harris ........... 905-884-5964

[email protected]


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Hava Java On UsBy Lynn Hitsman

Hava Java remains one of the best attended and favourite services that we

offer our members. There are those who attend every month, others who drop in occasionally and new members, too.

Check the dates below and put them on your calendar. Please tell newly retired colleagues of this great way to keep in touch and catch up with what is going on. This event is expensive, hence the cancellation of July and August this year.

We do have some members who choose more expensive specialty coffees, treats to take home or even breakfast. This is unacceptable. It is too expensive and unfair to others who select within the guidelines.

If you would like specialty coffee, treats or other food, please pay for it yourself.

Once again we ask that you limit yourself to a coffee/tea and a muffin or bagel.

Dates:Wed, Jan 13, 2016Thurs, Feb 11, 2016Wed, Mar 9, 2016Thurs, Apr 14, 2016

Time:10:00 am to 12:00 noon

Locations:The Old Curiosity Tea Shop91 Main Street, Markham(parking behind, on Main Street or lot at corner of Robinson and Main Streets)

Panera Bread9350 Yonge Street, Richmond Hill (northeast corner of Hillcrest Mall parking lot)

Timothy’s Bakery CaféWe just receive notice that Timothy’s, Newmarket is permanently closed. Those of you, who usually attend this location, should watch your email for a notice of an alternate location. You may want to visit one of the other two locations in the meantime


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For those who come to our events, we hope the transition to the new system is smooth. For those who enjoy the photos and articles from members, happy reading.

We welcome comments on this change as well as any other suggestions you might have of ways we can improve our methods of operation in District 34.

Pension NewsBy Pat MacMillan

The annual cost–of-living adjustment for 2016 is 1.3 %. The increase takes

effect in January 2016.

If you retired before 2010, you receive full inflation protection. If you retired in 2010-2014, your pension will be restored to the level it would be at if full inflation protection had been provided each year since you retired. On top of the restoration of inflation increases, you’ll receive an annual pension increase, as usual.

Fall Luncheon

Listening to the entertainment at the Fall Luncheon (Photo by Craig Lee)


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Join Us for a WalkBy Ann Evans

The weather maybe colder but we can still enjoy our monthly walks. Dress

warmly and walk in Canada’s beautiful winter wonderland.

Last winter we met with some unfavorable conditions, so we will confine ourselves to Fairy Lake where we have a couple of options and which is always well maintained. We can still enjoy the lively conversations.

The walks will be either Tuesday or Thursday but always start at 10:00 am. As usual, afterwards, we will warm up with a cup of steaming coffee.

Parking is at the main entrance of Fairy Lake, 500 Water Street, Newmarket (just east of the south end of Main Street.)

Thursday, January 21, 2016Tuesday, February 23, 2016 Thursday, March 17, 2016

Hopefully, when the weather is warmer, we can venture out on different paths.

Tuesday, April 19, 2016 Joker’s Hill

We have walked this trail several times and it is always invigorating as it has the feel of a northern forest. Whilst the paths are well trodden there are some inclines to negotiate.

The location is south of highway nine, north of Mulock Drive.

Directions:Drive north on Bathurst past Keith and turn west into a laneway, unmarked but clearly visible. Park on the small road that is behind the town homes. Look for my car, a red Tuscan


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Tuscany Local Living Experience 2015By Ann Evans

Again, this year, the local living trip to Tuscany was an adventure into the

lesser-known and traveled parts of a beautiful area of Italy. Not only did we experience activities the regular tourist would not know about, we were able to sample the many different dishes, typical of the local cuisine.

By day, we walked unknown medieval villages, strolled inside the walls of old, interesting towns, and through busy local markets. We viewed exhibits of rare artifacts collected by locals.

As well, we visited a working olive farm and learned about olive growing and saw how corn and chestnuts are stone-milled at a slow-food producer. A truly memorable sight was the thousand year old oak tree, its outer branches supported by poles,

In the evening, we retired to our residence in the heart of rural Garfagnana, built from stone and chestnut beams. Our private chef, Joia, prepared wonderful meals, and we also participated in a cooking demonstration and so were able to bring home a new favourite recipe.

It was an experience to remember.

Midnight sun, Norway. (Photo by Grant Dale)

Members’ Travels


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Bridge Club News By Diana Palmer and Margo Procyk

On September 14th, our bridge club members resumed their activities at

the McConachy Centre.

Congratulations to All who bid and made a small slam:

Nora Garvin, Marilyn Johnson (bid 6NT and made 7!)Marg Lawlor, Joan Burrows (6S)Diana Palmer, Lorraine Oyama (6H)Margo Procyk, Lorraine Oyama (6D)Margo Procyk, Darlene McCow-an (6NT)Bob Bell, Lorraine Oyama (6H)Tim and Peggy Paterson (6NT)Joan Corcoran, Peggy Paterson (6NT)Marilyn Johnson, Rose Addison (6H)Tim and Peggy Paterson (6H)Kathy Bunker, Marilyn Johnson (bid 6NT and made 7!)Jim Orser, Pat McDonald (6H)Linda Karan, Verna Hamilton (6H)

All RTO/ERO members of District 34 are invited to play

bridge on a drop-in basis.Dates: Mondays beginning Sept 7, 2015

Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pm

Cost: $2.00 when you play

Location: McConaghy CentreDining Room, #10310100 Yonge StreetRichmond Hill(West side of Yonge St.)north of Major Mackenzie Dr. Parking in rear of the building.


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Lunch and Trivia at the Crow’s NestSame Location!By Elaine Adam

Join us for our fourth annual Lunch and Trivia, once again at The Crow’s Nest

Restaurant, at 11:45 am on Monday, January 25, 2016.

The Crow’s Nest is located at 115 Prospect Street in Newmarket. It is one and a half blocks south of Southlake Hospital. If you are coming from the south, Bayview Avenue turns into Prospect. We will be in the upstairs room.

There will be a Trivia contest après lunch, with teams of up to four members each. You are welcome to organize your own team or we can place you on a team.

Space is limited to 40 people.

Parking is on the street, in their parking lot just north of the Nest, or on Wellington St., which is across from the restaurant.

Cost is $20 per person and this in-cludes lunch, taxes, tip and money for prizes.

Please choose from the luncheon list below: Combo soup of the day and salad (the Vegetarian choice) OR Fish and chips OR Chicken quesadilla OR Angus beef melt Coffee and tea will be provided. (You might want to circle your selection of what you order and keep this page for your records.)

Be aware that the orders are given in at the deadline date of Tues, Jan 19, 2016 so you will not be reimbursed after that date if for some reason you are not able to attend. You are welcome to send someone in your place.

Please fill out the general registration form on page 25, 31 or 34 and return it with your cheque, made out to: RTO District 34, to:Elaine Adam,183 Park Ave.,Newmarket, ON L3Y 1T9

Also, indicate whether you have a team or would like to be placed on a team. Come and try out your grey matter at the Crow’s Nest!


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Milk Bag ProjectBy Sharon Gusz

The Milk Bag Project allows us to protect our environment

by recycling, and help our neighbours in developing countries by providing them with a sleeping mat that is bug, mildew and bacteria resistant. The process is simple and relaxing, reminding participants of quilting bees from days gone by, that allow for community building while sharing stories and working together.

Come out and learn about this project, through a short presentation followed by a “hands-on” experience. Imagine giving up one morning and creating a bed not just for one individual, but for a full family to sleep! What better way to live up to our motto: “Service to Others”!

If you wish to learn about this program prior to our event, visit MilkBags Unlimited at: milkbagsunlimited.ca

Come and bring a friend!

Date: Tues. Feb. 9, 2016

Time: 9:00 am– 12:00 pm

Location: Our Lady Queen of the World Church10411 Bayview Ave. Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3P2

Cost: There is no cost for this event.Simply bring a warm smile.

Register by emailing Sharon Gusz at:[email protected]


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Markham Little Theatre Celebrates 50 Wonderful YearsBy Angela Stewart

Markham Little Theatre is celebrating their 50th Anniversary

and would like to offer RTO members, friends and family a special price for their February and April plays.

For only $14.00 per person ($28.00 if you are seeing both plays) you will be treated to a world-class theatre experience. Not only that – we offer free parking!

Date(s):Wednesday, February 10, 2016Wednesday, April 13, 2016

Time:8:00 p.m.

Cost:$14.00 per person / per play

Location:Flato Markham Theatre171 Town Centre Boulevard(corner of Hwy. #7 and Warden Ave.)Markham, ON

See Angela at the RTO table to pick up your tickets the night of the play.

Registration (from page 25, 31 or 34) must be received by:Wednesday, January 13, 2016 for Assisted LivingWednesday, March 16, 2016 for Charity Begins

Continued on next page.


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This was the first play Markham Little Theatre performed – 50 years ago, in the girls’ gym at Markham District High School.

Wednesday, April 13, 2016 Flato Markham Theatre - 8:00pm Complete the registration form found on page 25, 31 or page 34 and send it along with your cheque made out to:RTO/ERO District 34and mail to:

Angela Stewart, 42 Schouten Crescent,Markham, ON L3P 7W7

by Wed, Jan 13, 2016for Assisted Living

or Wed, Mar 16, 2016 for Charity Begins

Continued from previous page.

Assisted LivingWritten By: Deirdre O'Connor A middle aged woman who cares for her ailing mother, Anne, is tired of being the responsible one in the family. Frustrated by the lack of help she receives from her deadbeat brother, Anne hires a young man to assist her around the house. When his troubled past comes to light, this funny and surprising play allows Anne to come to terms with her own life.

Wednesday, February 10, 2016 Flato Markham Theatre - 8:00pm

Charity BeginsWritten by: Ireland Woods

This lively play introduces us to Agnes, Emily and Henry, three siblings living in a state of prim Victorian propriety with their outspoken mother and an inquis-itive young niece. Their world is rocked when a long-lost sister, who left under scandalous cir-cumstances twenty years earlier, returns home for a visit.


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Your Image MattersBy Donna Shen

Would you like to improve your look? Regain that sparkle

and wow factor? Come to a presentation that will show you teach how to change your image and save you money in the long run.

In 1.5 hours you will learn what general group of colours will work for you and discover which body type and style of clothing are best for you. Specific attention will be given to dressing for the 55 plus. Learn about the power of colours and how to use them to your advantage. This applies to both men and women.

For more information, please contact Donna Shen at 905-882-1333 or email [email protected]

Date: Tuesday, March 1 2016

Time: 1:00-2:30 pm

Cost: $5.00 Refreshments included.

Number of participants: Minimum 15 peopleMaximum 25 people

Location: Presentation will be held at Thornhill Community Library

Complete the registration form on page 25, 31 or 34 and send it along with your cheque payable to:RTO/ERO District 34and send it to:

Donna Shen,20 Stornoway CrescentThornhill OntarioL3T 3X7

Registration must be received by Thursday, February 24, 2016


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Learn How To Save A LifeBy Paul Devlin

Do you want to be prepared for most common emergency

situations? Then join us for a First Aid/CPR/AED Training Day.

We are pleased to be able to offer all District 34 members the opportunity to receive certification in all three areas. David Goodman of Heaven Can Wait Emergency First Aid Incorporated will be the instructor.

David completed his B.Sc. from the University of Western Ontario. He continued his education with a diploma in Para-medicine at Centennial College in Toronto. Currently, David works as a Paramedic in Ontario and worked as a clinical instructor and programme coordinator at a Para-medicine College. David is also trained in the International Trauma Life Support Program. David established Heaven Can Wait Emergency First Aid Training Inc. and continues to apply his

skills and passion through his teachings.

The training day will run from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. and will follow this schedule:

First Aid CPR and Defibrilla-tion Education1. 9-1-1 - When to call, how it

works and what information is essential to relay to the 9-1-1 call taker

2. Choking3. CPR4. Defibrillation (AED)5. Heart Attack and Stroke6. Diabetes, Seizure, Asthma

and Anaphylaxis7. Burns

Signs and symptoms and treatments of all of the above will be presented.

Date:Thursday, February 18, 2016

Time:9:00 am to 4:00 pm

Location:Jean Vanier Catholic High School10475 Bayview AvenueRichmond Hill, Ontario


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Attire:Comfortable clothesComfortable shoes

Lunch:Bring your own lunch and refreshments

Send the completed registration form from page 25, 31 or 34 along with your cheque made payable to:RTO/ERO District 34 to:Paul Devlin,23 Copland Trail,Aurora, ON L4G 4S6

by Friday, February 5, 2016

Foundation Donation to Ottawa Medical SchoolBy Elaine Adam

The foundation board has approved full funding support to the University

of Ottawa for its project titled “Inter-professional Education

in Undergraduate Medical Education-A Simulation Project”, valued at $30, 000.00

The pilot project addresses an enormous void as currently there is no inter-professional training available on how to interview a geriatric patient and no training on how to interview a patient who may have impairment in cognition. Both medical and nursing students will be able to access the program.

If successful, the model could be introduced more broadly and adapted to other medical schools across Canada.

The grant will be finalized subject to external approval from the Research Ethics Board.

Dr. Power, University of Ottawa, was deeply honoured and shared these words, “It is extraordinary and so innovative of RTO/ERO Foundation to be focusing its granting in the area of geriatrics. And it is even more meaningful that teachers are supporting education in this field.”


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Art and Artisan ShowBy Ann Evans

The second Art and Artisan show was again a showcase of exceptional talent with artists displaying varied media and subject matter.

The artists enjoyed collaborating and meeting with other and many interesting conversations could be heard.

I would like to thank everyone for their participation. A special thanks to volunteers who helped with the presentation of works. Also a thank you to everyone who came to support the event.

Artists MediaAnthony Cheng water colourGayle Connor quiltingDonna Cryderman water colourGrant Dale photographyPatricia Duke calligraphy, water colour, mixed mediaMai-Britt Edgar acrylic on glass windowIsobel Emmerson water colourAnn Evans water colourPhilippa Hajdu mixed mediaJoyce Hewitt water colourPauletter Micak needle felting, Toli Nesta mixed mediaElizabeth Nicolas pen & ink, watercolour, photographyLeslie Paterson water colourMaggie Reid PhotographyShirley Turchet mixed mediaCarol Tremayne photographyAnne Tompkins water colourUta Sojat sewing, published photo booksRhonda Starr photographyDona Williams needle feltingMary Lee flutistCraig Lee pianist


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Forever PlaidBy Craig Lee

MarqueeTheatrical Productions presents 'Guys and Dolls' in

Newmarket in April.

The show is a revue of the close harmony "guy groups" (e.g. The Four Aces, The Four Freshmen) that reached the height of their popularity during the 1950s. Personifying the clean-cut genre are the "Plaids".

This quartet of highschool chums' dreams of recording an album ended in death in a collision with a bus filled with Catholic school girls on their way to see the Beatles' American debut on The Ed Sullivan Show.

The play begins with the Plaids returning from the afterlife for one final chance at musical glory.The songs they sing during the course of the musical include: "Three Coins in the Fountain"; "Undecided"; "Gotta Be This or That"; "Moments to Remember"; "Crazy 'Bout Ya, Baby"; "No, Not Much"; "Sixteen Tons"; "ChainGang"; "Perfidia"; "Cry"; "Heart and Soul"; "Lady of Spain"; "Scotland the Brave"; "Shangri-La"; "Rags to Riches"; and "Love

is a Many-SplendoredThing".

It is a one-act show packed with a LOT of humour and entertainment.

Date:Sunday April 17, 2016

Time: 2:00 pm.

Location: Newmarket Theatre 505 Pickering Cres. Newmarket (off Mulock Drive)

Cost: $25.00 per person

Please place your order by March 17, 2016

Send your registration (from page 25, 31 or 34) with a cheque made out to:

RTO/ERO District 34 to:Craig Lee 21 Lippincott Court Richmond Hill, ON L4C 7M5

Tickets may be picked up at the box office on the day of the performance.


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By Evelyn Lawrence

Since our last newsletter was printed, the Provincial Office has informed us that the following have become members of RTO/ERO and have indicated their wish to be affiliated with District 34 – York

Region. Information which is received after we go to print will be included in the next newsletter.

On behalf of the Executive and all of the members of RTO/ERO District 34, I extend a warm welcome to these new Members within our ranks:

Welcome New Members

John AdamsLynn Anna AllenGrace AriemmaMary ArmogidaJoanne ArnoldKathleen ArnoneAnthony AzzopardiRobert BaxterMichael BennettEileen BergBeverley Best-SlessorSarah BickleMali BickleyMavis BowdenDiana BulfonJoseph CafisoBryna CassenVictor CaxajOsvaldo Celebre

Bryan ChlanMarni CollierKathleen CoulterLucille Cross DaggPaulette CutlerTrevor DearhamSylvie DrapeauNorma DraperGeorgette EdwardGary FarberRosina FazzolariAnna Maria GaioLoretta GirardoTiia HiirLynda Hill-OrenLinda HirschLoretta HodgesPhil HorsmanBarbara IngrattaLori JenningsJudith KaartoSharon KlassonHalyna Kopach


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We also welcome the followingAssociate Members who havejoined us:

Maria KyleCarole LakeSusan LandsbergDeirdre LawrenceDeborah Logan HoodMary Judith LyanderAlan MacNeillAshrafolsadat Madani-IsfahaniKatharine ManuelPaul McAlpineMichael McClearyRichard McCulloghMary MiceliColette MorcosMarilyn MorrisonJudy MulroyJanice NestorJo-Anne NewlandCarmen Yuk Chun NgMarjorie O’DonnellConnie PagliaroVincenza PallottaFrances ParkerElaine PepeLoren PorterChris PrefontaineLina RaposoJudith ReesElaine RobinsonAnnette SchielkeSimon SchreiberBettina SettonWinfred SolheimPatricia SopuchTeresa SteelAngela Stewart

Mary-Lynne StordySuzie SzeKathryn TanguayDeborah TaphornSandra TaylorTheodore TitusElizabeth TrickeyShirley TurnerKathleen WestmaasGreg WillettDeborah WilliamsMaureen WindrossLina WolfeLynne WoodEileen Zahakos

Jane AndersonLillian BrittainShelley Carpman-BergerJudy CressmanPatricia ColeShirley DouglasCathy ForzaDean GessieCaroline HarrisDale HickeyRon JohnsonZehava KatzourScott KeddiePaaul KupfersteinStephen Pallett



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We also recognize the followingMembers who have transferred in from another RTO/ERO District:

Jane RobertsonShelley SoulHelen SpindelEvelyne SuchterMary Trembley

Ellen Nora EganAria Schweinberger

In MemoriamWith sorrow we have

learned of the passing of the following members of District 34. To their families we extend our heartfelt sympathy.

Harold BrittainBob CressmanJoy Del GrandeGlen DenyerDick DouglasWerner GrantnerDenise HnilicaLarisa MyersMargaret PallettRonald Robertson

Ann RyderR R ThompsonBill SweigmanAllen WardenElizabeth WeisenerClaire Zupancic

Continued from page 21

RTO Foundation In Memory Donation CardsBy Elaine Adam

The RTO foundation has created In Memory donation cards that may

be used by families across Ontario, and these cards are being distributed to funeral homes provincially.

The following funeral homes in York Region are receiving the cards: Taylor, and Roadhouse and Rose, Newmarket; Becker, Keswick; Forest and Taylor, Sut-ton; Dixon Garland, and O’Neil, Markham; Thompson, Aurora; Skwarchuk, Mount Albert; Mar-shall, Richmond Hill; Ward, and Scott, Woodbridge; Steeles Memorial Chapel, and Jarrett, Thornhill. For further informa-tion, contact Yolanda Bronstein at the RTO Provincial Office, at 1-800-361-9888 or 416-962-9463.


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The Little MermaidBy Craig Lee

The Unionville Theatre Company presents Disney's 'The Little

Mermaid' at the Flato Markham Theatre in February.

Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories and the classic animated film, it is a hauntingly beautiful love story for the ages. With music by eight-time Academy Award winner Alan Menken, lyrics by Howard Ashman and Glenn Slater, and a compelling book by Doug Wright, this fishy fable will capture your heart with its irresistible songs including "Under the Sea," "Kiss the Girl," and "Part of Your World."

Date: February 20, 2016

Time: 1:00 pm.

Location: Flato Markham Theatre, 171 Town Centre Blvd.

(North-West corner of Hwy 7 and Warden Ave.)The theatre is attached to Unionville High School)


Please place your order by January 20, 2016

Send your registration (from page 25, 31 or 34) with a cheque made out to: RTO/ERO District 34 to:

Craig Lee, 21 Lippincott Court,Richmond Hill, ON L4C 7M5



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Paris and Art NouveauBy Bill Atwell

When you visit Paris, why not enjoy a cultural experience

beyond the tourist guides by seeking out examples of the highly creative Art Nouveau expression which exploded onto the scene from the mid-1880’s until about 1910?

Art Nouveau emphasized the organic in life, flowers, trees, vines, leaves, birds, shrimp, fish, as some of the examples, and, of course, the female form. In addition, Art Nouveau furniture is characterized by attractive curvaceous features. Classic Art Nouveau architectural exteriors had asymmetrical designs and used different stone and colours, often combined with the organic.

To view world class compelling examples of art nouveau jewelry, stained glass windows, porcelain, glassware, interior decorations, particularly the furniture, and all the other mediums, visit galleries 61-66 in the Musee d’Orsay (Don’t let the wooden female sculptures on Caribin’s

large bookcase in gallery 63 distract you from the metallic bull rushes). One should also enjoy the stunning Musee Maxim, 3 rue Royale, which is unforgettable. Your Parisian flea market purchases will be enhanced by these museums viewings.

To delight in the typical interiors of unchanged art nouveau era restaurants, dine in the following order: La Fermette de Marbouef, 5 rue Marbouef (reserve to sit under the glass ceiling) Metro Alma-Marceau or George V.; Brasserie Julien, 16 rue Faubourg – St Denis, Metro Strasbourg-St Denis.; Vagenende, 142, blvd St Germain. Metro Mabillon or Odeon; it was the brilliance of their tuna salad, the friendly staff and their small art nouveau interior which give fourth place to Le Bistro du Peintre, 116, avenue Ledru Rollin, Metro Ledru-Rollins. In these restaurants, notice the use of mirrors, their different wooded frames and the interplay with the organic.



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Registration for RTO District 34 York Region Events

Please print.Name of Event:___________________________________________

Date of Event: ____________________ Cost per person: _______

Registration Deadline Date: ________________________________

Participants’ Name(s): _____________________________________

_______________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________

Telephone: _____________________________________________

Email: _________________________________________________

Bus Pick-up: (if included in the price of the event); (check only one):

Newmarket Location Richmond Hill Location

Meal choice (if applicable): ________________________________

Enclosed is a cheque for $_______ for _______ people at $_______ each made out to:

RTO/ERO District 34or

(if bus transportation is included in the price)The Travel Company named in the event description.

Send your completed registration form with your payment to the address given in the event description.

NOTE: If bus transportation is included in the price of the event, the signed waiver found on page 35 must be included with your registration.


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Sadly, 29 avenue Rapp is one of the few surviving architectural exteriors of the classic art nouveau time period which will almost take one’s breath away for its unique originality. Don’t just focus on the doorway. A distant second is the Castel Baranger apartment building, 14 Jean de laFontaine, RER -Avenue du President Kennedy. Amble along the streets of the 16th arrondissement in an unplanned fashion and recognize the art nouveau exteriors all about you.

There is a lot more in Paris to enthrall you. If you would like, why not request a 7 page list of other art nouveau locations in Paris? The list is prioritized and arranged according to the 20 Parisian arrondissements.

[email protected]

If you travel to Brussels, Vienna or Riga, Latvia, well known for art nouveau, why not devote time during the winter months creating your own list? In fact, in visiting any location, why not identify your own theme to research and thus personalize your own travel tours?

Continued from page 24. Tid-Bits from RTO/EROBy Regine Baker

The RTO/ERO Scholarship Application form is now available

Some quick facts:• The link to the 2015-2016

Scholarship Application page is: http://www.rto-ero.org/pro-grams-services/scholarship-program

• Deadline date to submit the application using the on-line registration link is February 15, 2016

• The student must be enrolled in the last year/last semester of their university program

The application is an on-line form and the student gains access to the application by entering the sponsoring RTO/ERO member’s membership number into the form.



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Estate Planning WorkshopBy Lynn Hitsman

Join us to learn about changes to the law in Ontario regarding estate

planning and the role of an estate executor.

Presenter:Glenn LottGlenn Lott and Associates, Markham

Date:Thurs. Feb. 25, 2016

Time:1:00 pm – 3:00 pm

Location:Thornhill Golf and Country Club7994 Yonge St., Thornhill

Cost:$10.00 per personMaximum of 30 attendees

Send completed registration (from page 25, 31 or 34) to:Lynn Hitsman410-30 Wilson StreetMarkham, ON L3P 1N1

Make cheques payable to:RTO/ERO District 34

Due by February 8, 2016

The page contains three documents:• Information on the program

– background and criteria.• Sample of what the

application looks like so that applicants can review before they apply.

The 2015-2016 Scholarship Application – located at the bottom of that page.

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What is Project Service to Others?By Margaret MacIver

Project Service to Others is a Provincial RTO/ERO programme that

provides grants to districts that support the concept of “service to others”. The intent is to raise the profile of retired teachers by visibly demonstrating to active teachers and the public-at- large, that retired teachers care about their communities and about public education and are willing to do something to help those who need assistance. These assisted projects could be in any form that supports the goals of Project Service to Others as outlined below.

The goals of Project Service to Others are to: provide financial assistance to Education related and other community projects; facilitate member participation in education and/or community projects; promote district/unit participation in local, overseas educational/community projects; raise the profile of retired teachers of RTO/ERO; demonstrate to

the general public that retired teachers continue to serve after retirement; and, demonstrate to potential RTO/ ERO members that RTO/ERO is a dynamic organization to which they should consider belonging when they retire from active teaching.

Many types of projects may be considered such as: local heritage and culture projects; support for initiatives from First Nations' communities; school day care for the children of single adolescent parents; special arts and education programmers for children; support for the disadvantaged, visitation/support programmers for shut-ins; support for home groups; support for initiatives in developing countries; crisis centres; medical and social programmes for the needy; ESL, literacy and numeracy programmes; and, school dropout programmes. These are examples only and do not preclude other types of projects.

Submissions for Project Service to Others are due to District 34 Executive by March 25 2016.



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Guys and DollsBy Craig Lee

Steppin' Out Theatrical Productions presents “Guys and Dolls” in Richmond

Hill in March.

Set in New York City, 'Guys and Dolls' is an oddball romantic comedy. Gambler Nathan Detroit tries to find the cash to set up the biggest craps game in town while the authorities breathe down his neck.

Meanwhile his girlfriend, nightclub performer, Adelaide, laments that they have been engaged for 14 years. Nathan turns to fellow gambler Sky Masterson for the dough, but Sky ends up chasing the straight-laced missionary Sarah Brown.

Guys and Dolls takes us from the heart of Times Square to the cafes of Havana, Cuba, and even into the sewers of N.Y.C., but eventually everyone ends up where they belong.

Date: Saturday March 26, 2016 (please note that this is Easter weekend)

Time: 2:00 pm.

Location: Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts 10268 Yonge St. Richmond Hill ON


Please place your order by February 26, 2016

Send your registration (from page 25, 31 or 34) with a cheque made out to: RTO/ERO District 34 to:

Craig Lee 21 Lippincott Court Richmond Hill, ON L4C 7M5



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The forms that need to be completed are available to be down-loaded from:www.rto-ero.org, or by phoning RTO/ERO offices at: 416-962-9463 or: 1-800-361-9888.

A participant in your group who is member of RTO/ERO should sign the application.

Completed submissions can be given to Peggy MacIver, Service to Others representative or Regine Baker, President RTO/ERO District 34.

Continued from page 28.At a meeting of the district executive, one application will be selected to go forward for consideration at the provincial level.

For further information or to email a submission, you may contact: Peggy MacIver,504-20 William Roe Blvd. Newmarket, ON L3Y 5V6 905-868-4295, [email protected].

Fall Luncheon

Rapt attention. (Photo by Craig Lee)


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Mining Our HistoryBy Paul Devlin

We are preparing to celebrate our 50th Anniversary in 2017-

2018. As such, we are looking for photos and memories from members. As we embark on our planning for the 50th, we are hoping that members will be able to dig into the past and share with us significant moments from the past.

We are seeking volunteers to provide brief biographies of members who have made out-standing contributions to Dis-trict 34. We will feature these in The34th Story during our 50th Anniversary year. Begin-ning with this issue, we will be providing you with some important history of RTO/ERO and District 34.

In the Beginning …The founding and first 10 years of the Superannuated Teachers of Ontario was marked by both milestones and minutiae. Under the auspices of the Ontario Teachers’ Federation (OTF) Interim Committee for Superannuated Teachers the

Senate was created. From the minutes of the first Senate on March 14, 1968:“Early in 1965, the Superannuation Act was amended, reducing the period for calculating a pension from the last 10 years to the best seven. This amendment was to take affect on January 1, 1966. It was understood at that time that an adjustment would be made in the pensions granted prior to January 1, 1966. Early in 1966, OTF sent a request for recalculation.

In September 1967, a year and a half later, no adjustment had been made in previous pensions and it was felt by some on the OTF Executive that an organization representing all retired teachers would add weight to the OTF in getting an adjustment.”

Nora Hodgins, the secretary of OTF suggested to Arthur McAdam, a pensioner who would see no increases, that if the retired teachers would get organized their numbers and expertise could be added to OTF. In McAdam’s words, “By motion of the OTF executive, I was instructed to


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form a committee and proceed to organize the superannuated teachers.” He later praised Hodgins for her sense of fairness and for realizing the need for pensioners on low salary to get organized.

McAdam chaired the interim committee consisting of two former members of each of the five OTF affiliates. With a budget set by OTF, they met for the first time on October 18, 1966 and 10 more times as they moved to unite all retired teachers to form STO/ERO.

They decided they would continue work on the issue of pension recalculation. As stated in the meeting minutes of November 6, 1967: “What the superannuated teachers want is a stabilized fund, a new deal – an injustice has been perpetrated…” They determined it was essential to be a united voice in order to succeed.

The first meeting minutes refers to the committee as “The Retired Teachers of Ontario Committee.” By the third meeting, they are the “Interim Committee for the Superannuated Teachers of Ontario.”

The committee met with government officials, including Minister of Education, William Davis, to discuss pension revision. In October 1966, the committee sent a letter of explanation and a questionnaire to all superannuated teachers asking three questions, including if they agreed with the founding of an organization to represent them and if they were willing to pay a fee to help run the organization. A large majority (more than 85%) indicated “yes.”

In spring 1967, a proposed organization constitution and by-laws were drafted. The proposed governing body was a Senate of 20 members drawn from the OTF affiliates, elected by mail ballot. Superannuated teachers were sent yellow sheets in the fall 1967 to join the Superannuated Teachers of Ontario. The sheet also entitled a member to submit one nomination for Senate.

1968-1972STO/ERO began in 1968-1969.



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Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release

The participants in _____________________________________ (the “Event”) acknowledge and agree that RTO/ERO, including District 34, will not be responsible for any loss, injury or damage of any nature, including death, howsoever arising in connection with this trip/excursion/event. Participants in the Event are therefore hereby advised to carry their own insurance in connection therewith.By signing below and in consideration of the participant’s attendance at the Event, the participant hereby releases and forever discharges RTO/ERO, District 34 and their respective directors, officers, members, agents, employees and volunteers (collectively, the “Releasees”) from any and all actions, causes of action, claims and demands (collectively, the “Claims”) from any loss, injury or damage of any nature, including death, which has arisen or may arise from the participant’s attendance at the Event, unless such loss, injury or damage has arisen as a result of the sole negligence of one or more of the Releasees.Any Claim arising out of the participant’s attendance at the Event will be governed by the laws of Ontario, Canada and the participant consents to the exclusive jurisdiction of the Courts of Ontario, Canada in any such action.

______________________ _______________________ ________ Participant’s printed name Signature Date



______________________ _______________________ ________ Participant’s printed name Signature DateAdditional copies of this form may be downloaded from our web site.


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Arthur McAdam was the first President and Marion Tyrrell was the Secretary-Treasurer. There were 9,176 members. Fees deducted from pension cheques were: up to $1,999 – $1/year; from $2,000 to $3,999 – $2/year and $4,000 or over – $3/year.

The first Senate was held with 22 people on March 14, 1968 in the boardroom of the Ontario Public School Men Teachers’ Federation on 1260 Bay Street, Toronto. The Senate included election of senators and appointment of the executive for a two-year term, approval of the constitution and appointment of eight committees including superannuation, budget, heath insurance, constitution and newsletter.

The first STO/ERO Executive meeting was held on Wednesday, April 17, 1968. The first constitution came into full effect on October 31, 1968. The extension committee began referring to 10 member groups as “Areas or districts,” governed by Area Chairmen (even if they were women) and committee

members. The groups allowed members to meet to discuss mutual problems and matters referred to them from the Senate or the Executive. To exert more influence and pressure on members of the legislature on the issue of pension recalculation a woman and man were selected in each Area to interview MPPs to explain the request for amendments to the Superannuation Act.

Membership information was key punched on cards and filed according to county. In the first year of its existence, STO/ERO distributed two issues of its newsletter to 6000 recipients at a cost of 20 cents each. The first issue was a double-sided sheet (7.5 x 9.75 inches) “compiled, printed and mailed to all retired teachers in the province”.

Between 1968 and 1969, STO/ERO met with Minister of Education Davis seven times to discuss increasing the teacher pensions. The government accepted the following:-a minimum pension of $1400 rather than $600; -all pensions in force to be

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increased by 2% times the number of years the pension had been in force; -an escalation clause inserted into the Superannuation Act. -the buying power of the pension dollar tied to inflation and the minimum pension up to $2400 or $200/month.

In 1969, Minister of Education Davis announced that all pensions, including those of civil servants, would be increased by 2%, with some limits, for each year a pension has been in force.

Health service began in 1969 with an agreement between STO/ERO, the Superannuation Commission and the Co-Operative Health Services. With deductions made by the Commission, pensioners paid $2/month and $4/month for those with a spouse. A family paid $6.50/month. 6,500 pensioners joined the plan.

As of January 1971, ad hoc escalation of pensions was introduced for 7,400 teachers who retired before 1970. Pensioners who retired in 1950 or earlier had their pensions

increased 50% and those retiring as late as 1969 received an increase ranging from 46% for 1951 retirees to 2% for 1969 retirees. The last vestiges of sex discrimination are abolished when widowers of pensioners were made eligible on the same basis as widows for dependents’ allowances.

In 1973, Senate began to meet in October and it was determined that all Senators (one per District), Provincial Executive and standing committee chairs would serve one-year terms instead of two. With the introduction of Districts, Senators were elected or appointed by each District.

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Robert A. Cressman“The reason we are here as an education system is not for the glorification of the politician and not for the glorification of an individual empire. The reason we are here is for the kids. That’s why I’m here…..”

Bob Cressman began his teaching career in 1959. He became Director

of the Lake Superior Board of Education in 1973, followed by the Lanark County Board of Education in 1975. He was Director of York (County) Region Board of Education from 1981 to 1991.

From the Board’s Retirement Tribute to Bob –“With integrity, compassion and conviction he has led the Board through challenging times receiving widespread recognition for his determination and perseverance.”

“Bob’s primary role as Director was to champion the cause of the children in his care…and nothing would get in his way.”

He was particularly committed to “Safe Schools” projects and life-long learning.

On Friday, August 28, 2015, Bob Cressman died suddenly at the age of 75.

He is survived by his wife Judy, his children and his grandchildren; his siblings and his many nieces and nephews. He loved winters in Florida and flying his airplane.

“….success only comes before work in the dictionary,” a motto by which he lived.

Volunteer opportunityBy Miguel Prohaska

Before I retired I attended RTO planning seminars. One thing the persons

attending those seminars were told is to look for something meaningful to do after retiring, volunteer work being one of the options.

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a quick reply that there was a Welcome Team.

After having taught for 39 years in elementary schools, I retired in September 2014. I attended the information sessions that happened to take place the same month, was interviewed and accepted in October, trained in November and started volunteering in December.

I have found that activity very rewarding. One of the reasons I had chosen to be a teacher was to interact with young people. Now I interact with adults. The role of a Welcome Team member is to be approachable to people coming to the airport and to help them with ‘way-finding’. The satisfaction of having been of help is what has motivated me to continue volunteering there.

I have often been asked why this is not a paid job. My reply is that the airport is a not-for-profit entity, and the Welcome Team members have great flexibility as to how often and what times of the day they volunteer.

Anyone who is interested in

this activity should consult the following website, which has very detailed information:

http://www.torontopearson.com/en/careers/welcometeam/#

The next information sessions will be held on

Saturday, 23 January 2016.

Editor’s note:Miguel is a member of the Retired Teachers of Ontario, Toronto District.


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Volunteer RecognitionBy Evelyn Lawrence

The motto of RTO/ERO is ‘Service to Others ‘. Many of our District 34 members

exemplify this motto by giving countless hours of their time and tireless efforts to the service of others in their local communities. One of those members was the late Bruce Shiga, a Past President of District 34.

We were all saddened by the loss of Bruce so unexpectedly in 2010. He served as a model of service to others, not only on the District 34 executive, but in other capacities in his local community.

Again this year, in memory of Bruce, our executive will be pleased to recognize a number of our members who are dedicated to volunteer work. This recognition will come in the form of a certificate and inclusion in a feature article in a future newsletter.

To find the members to recognize and show them our appreciation for their service, we are asking

for nominations. Any District 34 member may nominate another member. Some examples of volunteer service might include work at libraries, hospitals, schools, local service clubs or places of worship.

Just fill in the form provided and send it to:

Evelyn Lawrence,7 Braid Bend, Stouffville, ON L4A 1R7

by Fri, Mar 18, 2016.

The certificates will be presented at the Spring Luncheon in May and the recipients’ names will be published in the September newsletter.

If there are any questions regarding this recognition or the nominating process, please contact Evelyn at 905-642-5435 or [email protected].

Successful nominees will be notified by mail by Thurs, Apr 21, 2015.


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Nomination In Memory of Bruce Shiga:A District 34 Recognition of Volunteers

I wish to nominate _______________________________________for his/her service to others in the community of

_________________________________________________________________________________(Please note that current serving District 34 executive members are ineligible during their term of office.)

My nominee volunteers in the following capacities: Organization or institution (e.g. local hospital) ________________________________________________

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Time given and years served (e.g. most Tuesdays for five years) _______________________________________________________Comments: (why nominee would be a worthy recipient) _____________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________My name is _____________________________________________

Phone ______________________email_______________________

Send to Evelyn Lawrence 7 Braid Bend,

Stouffville, ON L4A 1R7

by March 18, 2016.

Successful nominees will be notified by mail by Thurs, April 21, 2016.

Feel free to attach additional pages if necessary.


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Paris Art Nouveau

14 rue Jean de la Fontaine A woman and other organic images

An art nouveau headboard 29 avenue de Rapp

(All images are courtesy of Bill Atwell.)


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Art nouveau lampsMirror and tile images

Dining room furnitureDresser and bed


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Fall Luncheon

Pat MacMillan, Mary Lee, Betty Tobin and Paul Devlin

A good cup of coffee is always welcome. (Pictures by Craig Lee)


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Reflections of My LifeBy Lesley Lavery

I am a retired York Region teacher, a member of RTO, and a local artist who

does mainly photography and watercolour painting. I have had an ongoing struggle with cancer since 2002.

Three months ago, I had my eighth spread that was considerable and required that I undergo a serious leg surgery and more chemo.

For many months I have wanted to put together an Art Book that included: poetry that I have written over the years; my photography; and, watercoloursas a gift for my family and close friends. However, I was too sick to proceed with this project thatwas so important to me.

Thanks to Rhonda Starr, whom I met at a workshop previously, mybook became a reality.

Besides my poetry, photography and watercolours, I have added a

short autobiography with photos and the story of my cancer journey.

It is my hope that these writings and images will encourage and inspire others who are dealing with a challenging situation.

This book is everything that I hoped it would be and I am so very proud to share it with you! I would love for you to take a look and to share it with your family and friends to help me spread theword.

It is truly written from the heart! I hope you like it.!

You can find it at:

http://www.blurb.ca/b/6626356-reflections-of-my-life


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PLANNING A TRIP

Before planning a trip out of the province or outside

of Canada, it is wise to call Johnson Insurance to check on your RTO/ERO health insurance coverage.

Changes in your health or in your prescriptions may alter your travel coverage. If an emergency should arise while you are away, contact Allianz Global Assistance within 48 hours of the emergency, or before medical attention is administered when the situation is non life-threatening. Contact with Allianz will ensure that your care is top priority and that the medical expenses for this unforeseen health condition are effectively monitored.

Johnson Insurance 1-800-638-4041

Allianz Global Assistance 1-800-249-6556

Find Us on The Web

Use the QR Code reader on your smart phone to find our website. Scan the

code below to get to our web site.

Advertising Events in The 34th StoryBy Evelyn Lawrence

The only events that are advertised in The 34th Story or via email communications

are those that have been authorized by the executive. From time to time, Shelagh Harris, our Email Communications Representative, receives a request from a member to advertise an event that has not been sent to the executive for approval. Please do not send these to Shelagh as it is not her job to alert the executive of these requests made by other members. Please contact the president or one of the vice-presidents, if you believe that you have an event that would be of general interest to members or would supply some benefit that would be in the best interest of our District 34 members.


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Changing Your Name, Address

or PhoneThe District 34 membership information comes from the Provincial Office. Please contact them about any changes.

RTO/ERO PROVINCIAL OFFICE

416-962-94631-800-361-9888 FAX 416-962-1061Office Hours8:30 am to 4:30 pmMonday to Fridaywww.rto-ero.org

DISTICT 34 MEMBERSHIP COORDINATOR

Evelyn Lawrence 905-642-5435 or [email protected] regarding membership and newsletter mailings may be directed to Evelyn as well.

DISTRICT 34 EMAIL COMMUNICATIONS COORDINATOR

[email protected] For change of email address only, NOT residence address changes.

Johnson Inc.RTO/ERO Health Benefit Plan AdministratorService 1-877-406-9007 416-920-7248Claims 1-800-638-4753 905-764-4888Website www.johnson.ca

34th Story WebsiteCheck our website at www.34thstory.com• for District 34 news, • for additional

photographs of events,• for links to interesting

websites,• for information about your

committees, • for the District 34

constitution and policies

Classified Advertising Classified ads are for the information of our members and do not imply endorsement by RTO/ERO District 34.


Newsletter SubmissionsArticles are required for consideration for inclusion in future issues. Please keep articles to 500 words or less. A picture is a nice touch.Do you have:• a memorable teaching experience,• special memories of a colleague or student,• a good book to recommend,• an account of an unusual holiday,• an important question,• suggestions for the editor,• suggestions for district trips or social activities,• information you would like to see in the newsletter or• an issue you would like to raise?

Write to tell us!c/o Grant Dale,49 Crystal Dr.,Richmond Hill, OntarioL4C [email protected]

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