May 2017 Vol. 4, Issue 8

In this issue

President’s Message AGM Meeting Membership Renewal Page 1 Historical Quiz Page 2 Federate Announcements Page 3 – 8 MCW AGM May 17 Page 9 Membership form Page 10 Bulletin Editor and Layout: I. Godefroy

MONTREAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN – LE CONSEIL DES FEMMES DE MONTRÉAL

Montreal Council of Women / Email: mcwbulletineditor@gmail.com / Address: P.O. Box 72117, 151 Atwater Avenue, Montréal, QC H3J 2Z6 1

PRESIDENT’S MESSAGE

It would seem that spring has arrived, just in time for this year’s early Easter. Spring is in the air as they say. On the Montreal City side, plans and work continue full throttle as the city prepares to celebrate 375 days of festivities.

MCW is also caught up in special events such as our last monthly meeting. It was not our usual guest speaker format but rather an evening event where everyone met after a light supper and formed teams to answer a series of quiz questions related to Canada and its history. Something a little different and special but also fun and informative that was enjoyed by all.

Our Annual General meeting, our last meeting of the year, will be held on May 18th at our usual meeting time. And because the silent auction was so popular and successful last year, we plan to do it again; so don’t forget to bring some extra cash, you never know what treasures you might fine.

Nationally, the NCWC 124th Annual General Meeting will be held in Ottawa this year, which makes it rather quite convenient for those of us here in the East. It will run from June 22 to 24, 2017. NCWC will also be celebrating Canada’s 150th Anniversary while at the same time they will be hosts to the International Council of Women Board (ICW). More information to follow in a brief notice. - Shirley Gyles - President

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING and SILENT AUCTION

Prior to our AGM on Thursday, May 18, 2017, and during lunch, a silent auction will take place to raise funds for the National Council of Women of Canada Development Organisation.

MCW AGM MEETING LUNCHEON

Lunch will be served at 12:00 noon on May 18, 2017 at the cost of $10.00 per person, payable at the door. The address is: 2700 Rufus Rockhead, Montreal.

Please advise Shirley Gyles if you plan to attend at: 450-672-7081 or e-mail: sagyles@sympatico.ca.

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Please note that it is that time of the year again. We ask that you renew your membership. The membership form can be found at the end of this bulletin. Individual Member - $35 Federate Member -$40/$50 Please send completed form and check to: Montreal Council of Women, P.O. Box 72117, 151 Atwater Ave., Montreal, QC H3J 2Z6

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April 6 MCW Meeting: a historical quiz and lots of fun! Thank you to all who attended our last meeting on April 6. Due to some technical difficulties, the screening of the documentary ‘Quilt of belonging’ had to be cancelled. However, it is available online. Here is the link if you want to watch it: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LsiE2ruW0d8. Still the evening turned out to be very entertaining and informative as the guests were invited to take part in a historical quiz to celebrate Canada’s 150th anniversary while enjoying some delicious Canadian food. If you were unable to attend and are interested in testing your knowledge on the history of our great country, here is the quiz that was presented during our April 6 meeting. Have fun. Answers are at the end of the quiz.

1. Name the three female Canadian Governors Generals. 2. What were the first three Provinces to obtain the vote for women? The last? 3. Who was the first and only female Canadian Prime Minister? 4. Who was the first Canadian woman astronaut to go into space? 5. From which very famous Canadian book, written by I.M. Montgomery does this quote appear: “It is so much easier

to be good if your clothes are fashionable.” 6. Who opened and where was the first Post Office in Canada? 7. What animal is featured in the middle of an RCMP badge? 8. The first black female newspaper publisher in Canada, she was also designated a Person of National Historic

Significance in Canada. What is her name? 9. What was the name of the Canadian flag before the maple leaf? 10. A Montreal Street was named after her. She was the first woman professor of a Canadian university. Who is she and

what is the name of the university? 11. Mary Two-Axe Earley was a Mohawk woman from the reserve of Kahnawake who worked as an indigenous women’s

rights activist against general discrimination. What was the important piece of legislation (Bill C-32) that passed in 1985 as a result of her work?

12. In 1929, after a long fought battle lead by five famous women, Canada recognized that women were persons and could be elected. What is the piece of legislation commonly known as? Can you name the five women?

13. Claire Kirkland Casgrain was first elected to the Quebec National Assembly in 1961. She then worked towards a very important piece of legislation for women which was finally adopted. What was this piece of legislation?

14. In what year was the International Exposition held in Montreal. What were Canadians celebrating that year? 15. In 1984 at the Olympic Games in Los Angeles, the first Quebec woman won a gold medal. Who was she and what

was the discipline? 16. Who was the member of the Quebec National Assembly who originally obtained maternity leave which included 18

weeks of leave?

Answers: 1 -Jeanne Sauvé; Adrienne Clarkson; Michaelle Jean; 2- Manitoba; Saskatchewan; Alberta – Québec; 3- Kim Campbell; 4- Roberta Bondar; 5- Anne of Green Gables; 6- Halifax - Hugh Finlay; 7- Bison; 8- Mary Ann Shadd; 9- The Red Ensign; 10- Carrie Derek; McGill University; 11- Native women who married white men were allowed to come back to the reserve and be buried there; 12- The Persons Case - Henrietta Muir Edwards, Nellie McClung, Louise McKinney, Emily Murphy, Irene Parlby; 13- In 1964 The Act respecting the legal capacity of married women is adopted. Married women may now practice a profession, manage their property and sign contracts. The legislation absolves married women from the obligation to obey their husbands; 14- 1967; the 100th anniversary of Confederation; 15 - Sylvie Bernier – Swimming; 16- Lise Payette

MCW The Bulletin May 2017

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Thursday, May 11, 2017 The Women’s Art Society of Montreal presents Visual Artist, SHARRON M. GALLAGHER – Journey on a Road Less Travelled, from 1:30 to 2:30 PM at the McCord Museum, 690 Sherbrooke West. Non-members: $ 10.00. www.womensartsociety.com or 514-495-3701. The Women’s Art Society of Montreal’s Annual Members’ Juried Art Show & Sale Friday, May 12, 2017 from 2 PM to 8 PM Sat, May 13 & Sun, May 14, 2017 from 10 AM to 5 PM Vernissage: Sat, May 13, 2017 from 2 PM to 5 PM Concordia’s Grey Nuns’ Residence Hall 1190 Guy Street (between Ste Catherine & René Lévesque)

The McGill Women’s Alumnae Association

AGM & NETWORKING BRUNCH Saturday, May 13, 2017 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Omni Hotel, 1050 Sherbrooke St W

The MWAA invites you to its Annual General Meeting followed by a brunch where you will have the opportunity to engage in some professional and personal networking. You will also hear from guest speaker Monique Jérôme-Forget who will speak about: The only way to ensure the success of our society is the through the full and equal participation of women in the global economy. As women we deprive ourselves of talent, innovation, and fulfillment by not realising our potential. Our presence is essential to the world’s wellbeing.

Cost: $40.00

RSVP/ Pre-register: February 28. 2017 to April 30, 2017

Contact: Event Registrar at montreal.registrar@mcgill.ca

POLISH BAZAAR

Saturday, April 22, 2017 - 9AM to 6PM Sunday, April 23,2017 - 9AM to 5PM

St-Antonin Church 5361 av. Snowdon, metro Snowdon

Serving hot and cold traditional Polish dishes and desserts, display and sale of amber and handmade jewellery, folk art, books, cosmetics and various articles. Funds are being raised for the Committee for Relief to Children and Seniors with disabilities. Info: 514-808-2570

Nurses’ Council of CHW Montreal

HEALTH FORUM

Tuesday, April 25 at 7:30 pm

Cote St. Luc Aquatic Center 5794 Parkhaven

Ticket: $30 (includes a partial tax receipt and refreshments)

For tickets, call 514-933-8461 or visit www.chw.ca/health_forum2017

“It’s About Choices: Exploring End of Life Decisions”

Guest Presenters

Dr. Manny Borod Director of the Division of Supportive

and Palliative Care Program at the McGill University Health Center

Dr. Bessy Bitzas

PhD Nursing, Head Nurse, Palliative Care Unit and Herzl Family Practice

Centre at the Jewish General Hospital

*Les présentations seront en anglais

Le conseil des infirmières de CHW Montréal vous invites à un

FORUM DE LA SANTÉ

Mardi le 25 avril à 19h30

Centre Aquatique de Cote St. Luc 5794 Parkhaven

Frais d’entrée $30 (Comprend des rafraîchissements et un reçu fiscal partiel)

Pour acheter les billets, appelez 514-933-8461 ou visitez www.chw.ca/health_forum2017

“Un question de choix: une exploration des décisions de fin de vie”

*Présenté par

Dr. Manny Borod Directeur de la division des programmes de

soutien et de soins palliatifs au centre universitaire de santé McGill

Dr. Bessy Bitzas

Infirmière Doctorat, Infirmière Chef au Centre Palliatifs et le Centre du Médecin

Familiale Herzl, Hôpital Général Juif

Anglican Church Women of the

Diocese of Montreal

are holding their annual event

“Women’s Day of Celebration” Theme: Serving One Another

Thursday May 11, 2017 Holy Eucharist at 10:00 am

Christ Church Cathedral 635 Ste-Catherine St. West

Celebrant: The Reverend Shirley H. Smith

St. Stephen’s, Lachine

Homilist: TBA

followed by

Registration, Lunch, Afternoon Program at 11:30 am Fulford Hall, 1444 Union Ave.

Guest Speaker: The Reverend Roslyn Macgregor Former Director of Mile End Community Mission

BIENVENUE À TOUTES ET À TOUS ! EVERYONE WELCOME!

We look forward to seeing you !

Wednesday May 17 7:00 p.m.

An inspiring true story of a teacher’s

perseverance and the enduring impact of

the Holocaust in transforming future

generations.

Dollar Cinema 6900 Decarie

Decarie Square 2nd Floor

Tickets $20.00

Early Bird Rate until April 30

Regular Price: $25.00

For Reservations: 514-933-8461

Film Presentation

The Zonta Club of Montreal

cordially invites you to a

Wine Tasting

and networking Event

FEATURING

Art exposition

by Firoozyves

www.firoozyves.com

WEDNESDAY, MAY 31st, 2017

6:30 pm - 9:00 pm

*Wine pairings begin at 7 PM sharp until 7:30 PM *

with Shannon Fitzpatrick, WSET Certified wine educator

at L’Espace Beaconsfield 40H, boul. Saint-Charles, Beaconsfield, QC H9W 5Z6

(south of HWY 20); www.lespacebeaconsfield.ca

Cost: $50 Includes pairings and light refreshments

Exciting raffle to follow; free parking The proceeds will benefit ZCM’s

projects to help women

RSVP by Friday, may 26th

Space is LimitED Jeanie 514-696-1175 or Mickey 514-630-0138

or zcmcommunications@gmail.com

Drop by after work to experience a warm friendly atmosphere, network and enjoy

Le club Zonta de Montréal

vous invite cordialement à une

Dégustation de vin

Et Mise en reseau

PRÉSENTANT

Exposition d’art

par Firoozyves

www.firoozyves.com

LE Mercredi 31 mai 2017

18h30 - 21h00

*l’Accords mets-vins commence à 19h00 jusqu’a 19h30*

avec Shannon Fitzpatrick, WSET Éducateur certifié en vin

à L’Espace Beaconsfield 40H, boul. Saint-Charles, Beaconsfield, QC H9W 5Z6

(south of HWY 20); www.lespacebeaconsfield.ca

Coût: $50 Comprend des jumelages et des rafraîchissements légers

Un tirage animé à suivre; stationnement gratuit Les fonds recueillis bénéficieront les projets

de ZCM pour aider les femmes

RSVP avant LE vendredi 26 mai

le nombre de places est LIMITÉ

Jeanie 514-696-1175 ou Mickey 514-630-0138 ou zcmcommunications@gmail.com

Après le travail , vous trouverez une ambiance chaleureuse et conviviale, et déguster

Montreal Council of Women

Thursday, MAY 18, 2017 at 12 NOON At LES JARDINS DU CANAL 2700 Rufus Rockhead, Montreal

(across from the Atwater market)

ANNUAL GENERAL MEETING AND

Prior to the Annual General Meeting and during lunch, a Silent Auction will take place to raise funds for the National Council of Women of Canada Development Organization that was established in 1985 by NCWC. NCWCDO is a charitable organization, dedicated to the support of projects in Canada and developing countries which are, in turn, directed to educational and social welfare programs to improve the quality of life for women and the families. Each attendee is requested to bring an item(s) for the auction. Examples of items are: a book, a bottle of wine, a gift basket, knitted items, baked goods, knick-knacks, a painting, professional sports items, mini pads, and many more. Don’t be afraid to be your imagination! New members and guests are welcome. A light lunch will be served at noon. Price: $10:00 per person, payable at the door. Please advise Shirley Gyles if you plan to attend at: 450-672-7081 or e-mail: sagyles@sympatico.ca

http://montrealcouncilwomen.org/

Revised June18, 2014/SG

MONTREAL COUNCIL OF WOMEN / LE CONSEIL DES FEMMES DE MONTREAL

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL

PLEASE CHOOSE ONE: INDIVIDUAL FEDERATE

INFORMATION REQUIRED: INDIVIDUAL MEMBER OR FEDERATE PRESIDENT AND REPRESENTATIVES

Name of Applicant: (President’s Name if Federate)

Name of Federate: Number of Members:

Email Address:

Address: Province: Postal Code:

City Telephone: Cell: Fax:

REPRESENTATIVE TO COUNCIL (FEDERATE):

Name:

Email:

Address: Province: Postal Code:

City: Telephone: Cell: Fax:

REPRESENTATIVE TO COUNCIL (FEDERATE):

Name:

Email:

Address: Province: Postal Code:

City: Telephone: Cell: Fax

ANNUAL FEES

INDIVIDUAL Member $35.00 Patron Member $60.00

FEDERATE 1- 99 Members $40.00 100 + over Members $50.00

PAYMENT

Please make your cheque payable to: Montreal Council of Women

RETURN ADDRESS

Please return the completed form with your cheque to the Membership Secretary.

Marilyn Berger Membership Secretary

P.O. Box 72117, 151 Atwater Ave.

Montréal, QC H3J 2Z6