News from the Central Region

Submitted by Renata Thompson 
  

The National Board met in the Region on the last weekend in January, which led into Central Region events taking place.

(At left:  York Region Women, hosts of the Central Region President's Ball.)

The Region’s two Zone Governors, John Holman and Roy Urbach organized two seminars to take place during the Saturday.  Both present and incoming club Presidents were encouraged to attend along with any other regional members.  The morning seminar of preparing Regional and National awards was presented by Roy Urbach of Richmond Hill and Karen Mrkonjic with preparation assistance by Mary Kutarna, both of Toronto Trillium.

The afternoon seminar was on Business Planning for Progress and was presented by Alwyn McAllen of Toronto Downtown.  Both seminars were successful in participation and the information generated by the speakers left members walking away with a renewed sense for Progress.

Saturday night the York Region Women played host to the President’s Ball.  About 70 guests attended and an auction held for the Charitable Trust raised over $600.  The York Region Women celebrated 25 years in Progress.  Congratulations everyone.

On a sad note, Central Region National Vice-President Gary Kisil tendered his resignation due to personal reasons.  The Region would like to thank Gary for his contributions and wishes him well.  In the interim, Brampton member and Ontario West Metro Zone Governor John Holman has been appointed by the Regional Board as Interim National Vice-President.

 Brampton

The Brampton club hosted the Region’s joint Zone meeting on February 22nd.  Almost half of the Region’s membership was in attendance.  Representation was present from all clubs.  Special guest speaker Lorna Dickson with Telecare Distress Centres spoke on the need for their service, advising Brampton is the only center with multilingual capabilities.  It was noted that this center is part of a province wide participation group.  The Brampton club was pleased to have inducted new member Anna Holloway.  Welcome to Progress Anna!  In addition, Richard Holloway was presented with his Mercury Award.  Good work!

 Toronto Trillium

This year’s Annual Ladies Golf Tournament will be held on June 27th.  For more information, contact Karen Mrkonjic or Mary Kutarna.  (See the MCS for contact info.)

 Collingwood

The very busy last weekend in January was Collingwood’s participation in the Easter Seals Snowarama event.  Over 30 riders plus 7 members participated.  Lots of children present at the event.  Over $6200 raised on Saturday.

 Durham Region Women

The women are taking part in the annual Cancer for Cops in Pickering.  Will Sharon Milton shave her head?  More news to come...