E-News - RTO/ERO Scarborough/East York ~ 24

Scarborough / East York 24
http://district24.rto-ero.org
RTO 24 E-NEWS
E-News Editor Annemarie McKee
MAY 2016
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
President’s Message, Donna Hubel
May is a very busy month for many RTO/ERO members. Our Annual General Meeting is on
May 26 at Qssis, and District 24 will be celebrating the birthdays of those turning 90 years
young and those 100 and over in 2016. At the 10:30 a.m. business meeting, our Provincial
President, Martin Higgs, will bring greetings from the Province, and the election of our
Table Officers will be held. The luncheon following the meeting is always great fun thanks
to Susan Watson and her team.
May 2016
President’s Message
1
New Retirees Brunch
1
Foundation report
2
Health
2, 3
Goodwill Telephone
Scams
3
4, 5, 6
Book Club
6
Bridge
6, 7
AGM
7
Activities
8, 9
FYI
10
Executive Meetings
10
Executive List
11
Waiver
12
The RTO Senate will be on May 17th and 18th. District 24 members will be represented by
Donna Hubel and Gary Fick as Senators, and George Denny and Paula Chambers as
Observers. The Senate format has been changed and it will be interesting to see these
new features.
District 24 has wonderful events happening in the coming month: May 12- Anything Goes
at the St. Jacobs Country Playhouse; May 26 - the AGM at QSSIS; Bridge every Tuesday at
Ellesmere Community Centre; and Pole Walking every Wednesday at various locations in
Scarborough. Bridge and Pole Walking continue to have an increase in participation,
becoming two of our most popular activities. (See information elsewhere in E-News.)
This E-News is my last one as President. Thank you to the District 24 executive and the
membership for your support during my last two years.
New Retiree Brunch, Elaine Aprile
The Retired Teachers of Ontario District 24 Scarborough and East York
welcome New Retirees! Come along and meet the members of the Executive
and find out more about the many benefits of being a member of R.T.O.
Reservations are being accepted for the complimentary New Retirees
(teachers and support staff) Brunch at Bluffers Restaurant on Wednesday,
September 21, 2016. If you have retired, or know of friends or colleagues
within the educational sector who have retired during or after the 2015 2016 school year and would like to attend please contact Elaine Aprile at 416 267-2670 or [email protected]
Wednesday, September 21, 2016
9:30 a.m. Coffee and Juice
Bluffers Restaurant -7 Brimley Road South, Scarborough
10:15 a.m. Brunch, served
11:30 a.m. Cash Bar
Dear RTO/ERO Member,
As the Foundation has just published the latest version of our newsletter, I am pleased to share this new Foundation
Sound Bite with you.
Yolanda Bronstein, Executive Director
NEW Strategic Focus
Following intensive consultation, discussion and deliberation over the last few months, including an Aging/Granting
Think Tank session with input from 21 community thought leaders, the DFR survey results and an all-day planning
session with the Foundation Board of Directors, a new strategic focus has been established for the Foundation.
A more detailed plan outline will be shared in the coming months - here are the highlights:
The Board reconfirmed our commitment to seniors and slightly modified our vision as follows:
 Vision: - Enhance the quality of life of ageing adults.
Our granting focus will be broadened as follows:
 Geriatrics/gerontology research and training at post-secondary institutions
 Social Isolation addressed through partnerships with community organizations - NEW
Dr. Rochon
The first published research findings under the name of the RTO/ERO Chair in Geriatric Medicine have just be published.
They appeared in the prestigious Journal of the American Geriatrics Society and were also referenced in a Globe & Mail
article in which Dr. Rochon is quoted. Congratulations to Dr. Rochon and RTO/ERO!
Globe & Mail article - link
http://www.theglobeandmail.com/life/health-and-fitness/health/seniors-in-long-term-care-often-overprescribed-drugsstudy/article29494233/
Full Scientific Article
(RTO/ERO is listed under the acknowledgements)
Women's College Hospital Connect Newsletter with Dr. Rochon's recent paper
https://secure.campaigner.com/Campaigner/Public/t.show?ahtpe--7zag0-11jdc4w5
Health, Marilyn Tregwin
Have you had your Shingles vaccination yet?
Immunization against this disease is recommended, but be sure to consult with your
medical practitioner. The cost of this vaccine is not covered by your RTO extended
Health Plan. However, the new provincial budget includes free Shingles
immunization for seniors ages 65- 70. (OHIP total cost stated as $170.)
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Ontario is expanding its publicly funded immunization program to help protect more youth from Human Papillomavirus
(HPV) infection and related cancers. Beginning September 2016, Ontario will offer the cancer-fighting HPV vaccine to
boys as well as girls. HPV can cause both benign and malignant disease. HPV in Ontario has been estimated to cause an
average of 254 deaths and 1,090 cases of cancer every year. The HPV vaccine is safe. It has been approved by Health
Canada and recommended for use by Canada’s National Advisory Committee on Immunization.
Ontario's Chief Medical Officer of Health is reminding Ontarians to protect themselves against vaccine-preventable
diseases according to Ontario's publicly funded immunization schedule. These vaccines include:
·
Tetanus and diphtheria (Td) vaccine every 10 years
·
Tetanus, diphtheria and pertussis vaccine: a dose in adulthood
·
Influenza vaccine every fall
·
Pneumococcal polysaccharide vaccine at age 65.
Ministry of Health and Long Term Care- April '16
Ten Great Health Foods; by the Mayo Clinic staff
1. Almonds
2. Apples
3. Blueberries
4. Broccoli
5. Red beans
6. Salmon
7. Spinach
8. Sweet potatoes
9. Vegetable juice
10. Wheat germ
According to the Mayo Clinic, these foods are best because they are a good source of fibre, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, and anti-oxidants. They have a low calorie density, are easily purchased and may help reduce heart disease
and other health conditions.
Senior Drivers & the Licence Renewal Process.
Presentation by the Ontario Ministry of Transportation
Thursday, May 26 2:00- 3:30 p.m.
McGregor Park Library, 2219 Lawrence Avenue E., Scarborough
R.S.V.P: 416.396.8935
By attending this free presentation, attendees will learn about:
 Trends and statistics for older drivers.
 The testing requirements for those 80 years and older.
 The collision reporting process for those 70 years and older.
 Signs of aging or medications as they relate to driving ability.
 Driving tips and some more recent rules of the road.
Goodwill Telephone, Lynne Horvath
Our 2016 annual Goodwill telephone campaign will be commencing in May. We have over 950 telephone calls to make
this year and over 300 cards to send.
We are still desperately in need of new volunteers to assist us with these calls. If you can spare a few hours to help us
please call me, Lynne Horvath, at 647-483-7377 or contact me by e-mail at [email protected]
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Pensions and Retirement, Terry Smith
SCAM(S) OF THE MONTH (information courtesy of: www.rto-ero.org fact sheets)
A. BACKGROUND
The crime of identity theft occurs when someone, without knowledge or permission, acquires personal
information and uses it to commit fraud. It is the intent of this Fact Sheet to provide preventive measures to
minimize personal risk against a selected sample of identity theft schemes. Members should view this Fact
Sheet as a cursory overview of this complex topic and take their own steps to ensure that they do not become
victims, including becoming vigilant against new scams that appear on a regular basis.
B. STOLEN MAIL AND TRASH
1. Paper items containing financial information and personal identification should never be included with
recyclables and trash.
2. Invest in a crosscut or diamond-cut shredder and shred all financial statements, credit/debit card slips, preapproved credit offers, blank cheques (including those from pre-approved credit offers), cancelled cheques,
tax information, cheque attachments, business items, credit cards, phone calling cards, CDs containing
personal information; basically anything that contains personal information and identification.
3. Mail should not be left in rural or apartment mailboxes when on vacation or away for an extended period of
time.
C. CREDIT REPORTS
1. Request a credit report at periodic intervals and check carefully for unauthorized inquiries, address changes
or account activity. If possible, get reports from more than one source. Credit reports provide plenty of
background information that would assist an identity thief.
2. Place fraud alerts with Trans Union (1.877.525.3823) and Equifax (1.800.465.7166) if an identity has been
compromised.
D. CHEQUES, BANK/CREDIT CARDS AND RELATED STATEMENTS
1. Review various statements electronically, on line, or as soon as they arrive, for accuracy. This is the time to
shred related slips once vetted against personal statements. Report unauthorized items right away.
2. Don’t put phone numbers on cheques. Have new cheques sent to the bank instead of a residence.
3. Try to have a photo on credit and identification cards. In addition to signing the back of such cards, which
should always be done, you may wish to print “Photo ID required” in indelible black ink, as an added
protection against identity theft.
E. ATMS OR POINT-OF-SALE KEYPADS
1. Thieves use tiny cameras hidden on themselves and elsewhere to spy on individuals as they input PINs at
ATMs or point-of-sale keypads on checkout counters. Shield the keypad when using these.
2. Try not to hand credit cards to servers who take them for processing. Pay at the cashier or insist they bring
the machine to the table. Ensure cards are not swiped more than once. Thieves make duplicate passes with
the cards, then steal the information to access accounts.
3. PINs should be changed regularly. Personal information should not be on card slips.
F. INTERNET AND E-MAIL
1. When receiving a new computer, avoid the temptation to go online immediately. Take the time to activate,
register and update the virus protection program. Many computers are compromised in the first fifteen
minutes online because the operator began to browse before initiating the anti-virus program.
2. Most malware is constructed to target Microsoft products (Internet Explorer and Outlook Express). Other
products seem less susceptible to attack, might have superior features, and typically are no-cost items, e.g.
Mozilla’s Firefox browser and Thunderbird and Google’s G-Mail e-mail program.
3. Those with DSL or cable high speed service, especially with wireless access, are especially vulnerable to
identity thieves. Turn off computers when you are not using them. Protect wireless networks with
passwords to protect unwanted access.
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4. If storing passwords electronically, consider using a removable drive with no locating information on it,
instead of a hard drive. Avoid copy-and-pasting passwords. Thieves use programs which harvest data from
temporary memory. Remove temporary Internet files regularly.
5. Online money transfer services (PayPal is one example) pose significant risks. Register only low-credit-limit
credit cards or a low-balance bank account with such a service. See “Phishing” below.
6. Never click on a link, then enter personal or account information. Instead, open a new browser and go
directly to the company’s site and log in from there.
7. Install and regularly update appropriate firewalls (free at www.zonealarm.com), anti-spyware (free at
www.microsoft.com/athome/security/spyware/software/default.mspx), and virus protection (free at
www.avast.com). Routinely (or automatically) check for Windows or other operating system updates and
install them.
8. Remember that VOIP (Voice-over-Internet Protocol) telephones can be hacked and conversations
eavesdropped upon. VOIP providers can help users protect themselves against this type of potential identity
theft.
9. Avoid aiding and abetting spam (unsolicited junk e-mail), the mechanism by which much of online identity
threats are spread. Do not forward those jokes, hoaxes, chain letters etc. forwarded to you. If an email must
be forwarded, copy and paste it into a new message and send it to a specific individual.
10. Avoid sending e-mail messages to entire lists unless the blind carbon copy (BCC) feature is used, so that
individual email addresses are not revealed to the other recipients. Thieves love getting entire e-mail lists
and compiling masses of them for sale to spammers.
G. PHISHING AND SPOOFING
1. Thieves will send emails with special offers or requests for information. Often, such emails look legitimate,
using exact logos and identifiers of trusted businesses. However, the legitimate businesses never ask for
such information or make such offers on line. Sometimes, the tip-off to illegal activity lies in the awkward
sentence structure or misspelled words of the message. Forward such messages to the legitimate website of
the organization and ask for verification.
2. Never click on a link in an unexpected e-mail. If a fraudulent e-mail from its very appearance in an inbox
looks suspicious, don’t even open it, because the simple act of opening it may compromise a computer.
Three sources of such phishing often involve fake banks, EBay or PayPal.
3. Some e-mails ask to update account information. Immediately forward such requests to the legitimate
websites of these or other relevant companies (see above). Financial institutions do not contact clients by email; neither does Microsoft, Bill Gates, etc.
H. GENERAL INFORMATION
1. Don’t leave information open to view, even at home. Keep personal information in a secure place, ideally not
in a dresser. Maintain a back-up list of all card numbers with emergency 800 numbers, and include items
such as passports, licences, credit cards and SINs. Keep this list in a secure place (with copies for your
spouse/partner), but not on the hard drive of a computer.
2. Passwords should be changed on a regular basis. Do not use the same password for all applications and
don’t use obvious passwords such as a mother’s maiden name or partner’s birthdate. Use a password which
is case sensitive, alpha-numeric and at least 6 characters long, preferably more. Keep a secure list of your
passwords, logins and what each relates to (but not on a hard drive). Update these lists regularly. If possible,
passwords and licence/card numbers should be memorized.
3. When ordering new or replacement cards, make a note to watch for the incoming mail. If the replacements
don’t arrive in a week or so, notify the issuers. Cancel all cards not used for six months. “Open” credit is a
prime target.
4. The three-digit code on the back of a credit card must be safeguarded. If a thief gets it, it is very difficult to
prevent unauthorized on line or phone use of the card.
5. Don’t carry a Social Insurance card, birth certificate or passport unless necessary.
6. Be very cautious about using credit cards for on-line payments, and if so, ensure that it’s on a secure site
(beginning with “https”).
7. If donating to a tele-marketed charity or responding to a request from someone who asks for personal
information, ask them to send a request in the mail or tell them you’ll look up their phone number and so
that a call will be placed with them to verify the authenticity of the request. Persevere and resist through
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their encouragement to “do it now, on the phone”.
8. Don’t permit photocopying of documents when asked to provide your ID.
9. Use initials on phone directories, not full names.
10. Cell phone users who are on line should be vigilant and alert and should seek advice from service providers
with respect to protection against identity theft.
11. Banks and other financial institutions never ask for personal information over the phone. If someone tries to
“verify” an account or asks for “help to catch an internal thief”, this is a scam. Try to get a phone number
from them and then call the bank to report the phone numbers as possibly fraudulent.
Book Club, Lee MacLeod
“We continue to meet at the Agincourt Recreation Centre, 30 Glen Watford Road, the last Wednesday of each
month. New members of RTO are welcome to join us for any of these books. We have coffee and/or tea at 2.15 pm and
then start our discussions at 2.30 pm. We hope you can join us for a lively hour of discussion and opinions.”
My best, Lee MacLeod [email protected]
May 26, 2016
The Light Between Oceans by M. L. Stedman
The Light Between Oceans tells the tragic story of lighthouse keeper Tom Sherbourne and his wife Isabel
who, after discovering a baby in a shipwrecked boat, must face the terrible consequences of their
decision to raise the child as their own.
June 30, 2016
The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins
A debut psychological thriller that will forever change the way you look at other people’s lives.
Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning. Every day she rattles down the track, flashes past
a stretch of cozy suburban homes, and stops at the signal that allows her to daily watch the same couple
breakfasting on their deck. She’s even started to feel like she knows them.
Bridge, Dale Smith
The district bridge group carries on, playing Tuesdays at 12:30, Ellesmere Community Centre,
20 Canadian Rd., newcomers with a working knowledge of the game always welcome. Drop in
or come every week!
Recent winners were:
March 29
April 5
April 13
April 20
1 Jane Humphries
1. Frank Slama
1. Frank Slama
1. Carlton DeRyck
2. Bob Rabbior
2. Mary Hermann
2. Mary Hermann
2. Jane Humphries
3. Cathy Slama
3. Joan Williams
3. Cathy Slama
3. Frank Slama
4. Jim Long
4. Carlton DeRyck
4. Carlton DeRyck
4. Susan Rabbior
5. Marg Long
5. Cathy Slama
5. Bill Moreau
5. Marg Long
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We are happy to greet members who are returning from vacations. However, it is with great sadness that we learned of
the passing of Brian Dorward, one of our regulars, while he was in Florida. Brian was an enthusiastic member of our
group, whether he was playing bridge, setting up the room for us, making coffee, or chatting with friends. If ever
something needed to be done, he was there. He was the only one who could get us all to be quiet with his whistle so
that announcements could be made. We will really miss him.
If anyone wishes information about the group, contact Terry or Dale Smith, 416 438-0430.
Annual General Meeting/Spring Luncheon, Susan Watson
The time has come to begin thinking about warmer weather, longer moments
of sunshine and the flowers that soon, will begin be popping up! My husband and I
were amazed the other day, to see a few crocuses gingerly sticking their nose above
the ground...a sure sign that Spring is on its way....and so too, is our AGM and Spring
Luncheon!
Thursday, May 26, 2016, at Q-SSIS, 3474 Kingston Road, Scarborough
Program: We begin the day with our Annual General Meeting – on the second floor.
There will be reports from our Committee Chairs followed by the election of the Table Officers for 2016 - 2017. Doors
open - 9:30 a.m.
Coffee - 10:00 a.m.
Annual General Meeting - 10:30-11:30 a.m.
Bar opens - 11:30 a.m.
Luncheon, followed by entertainment - 12:15 p.m.
Cost: $25.00 [Members attending the full AGM meeting will have their $25.00 cheque returned to them.]
[NOTE: If you are bringing a non-member, please remember to submit a separate cheque for their meal, as the
luncheon cost cannot be refunded to non-RTO guests.]
Contact: Susan Watson – 18 Springbank Ave., Scarborough, ON M1N 1G3
PHONE: (416) 698-3030 E-mail: [email protected]
Make Cheque Payable to: RTO — District 24
Deadline: Friday, May 13, 2016 - please postdate your cheque(s) to this date.
Annual General Meeting and Spring Luncheon
Coupon: AGM / Spring Luncheon
Thursday, May 26, 2016
Clip (or photocopy) this coupon and send it to Susan Watson with your cheque made payable to: RTO – District 24
Name (Print): ____________________________________________
Phone #: ________________________________________________
E-Mail: _________________________________________________
Spouse/Guest Name (Print): __________________________________
No. of tickets: ________ @ $25.00 = _____________ (Please submit a separate cheque for non-RTO members.)
Would you like an e-mail confirmation: ☐ YES ☐ NO If NO, a stamped, self-addressed envelope is required
Deadline: Friday, May 13, 2016
Please postdates your cheque(s) to this date.
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RTO 2016 Trips and Events, Paula Chambers
A Chorus Line
Wednesday, June 15, 2016 – Festival Theatre, Stratford
Departure: 9:30 a.m. Kennedy Commons, in front of LA FITNESS
Cost: $150.00
Lunch: At the Festival Inn Buffet
Program: If you love music and dance, A Chorus Line is the play for you.
Directed and choreographed by Donna Feore, this exhilarating Pulitzer Prize-winning musical traces the diverse journey
of hearts captivated by the allure of show business, as seventeen dancers audition for a chorus line.
Facilitator: Marilyn Tregwin – 41 Ravencliff Cres., Scarborough, ON M1T 1R7
Phone: (416) 493-3747 E-Mail: [email protected]
Make Cheque Payable to: MARY MORTON TOURS. Send cheque and coupon to Marilyn Tregwin.
Deadline: May 15, 2016. Please postdate your cheque to this date.
Coupon: A Chorus Line Wednesday, June 15, 2016
Clip (or photocopy) this coupon and send it with your cheque made payable to: Mary Morton Tours
Name (Print): _______________________________________________
Phone #: __________________________________________________
E-mail: ___________________________________________________
Spouse/Guest Name (Print): ______________________________________
No. of tickets: ________ @ 150 = _____________
Would you like an e-mail confirmation: ☐ YES ☐ NO
If NO, a stamped, self-addressed envelope is required for confirmation.
Please check the space following to give permission to share your contact information.
☐ I (we) give permission to share contact information with the travel agency organizing this trip.
I acknowledge that I have read and understood the RTO waiver on page 12.
Signature(s): _______________________ ______________________ Member Spouse/Guest
Deadline: May 15, 2016. Please use this date on your cheque.
Breakfast for Kids Golf Tournament, Les Coombs
Tuesday, September 13, 2016
Please contact Les Coombs at 416-261-0568
or [email protected] for any further information
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Prince Edward County Wine and Cheese Tour
Wednesday, September 7, 2016 – Bay of Quinte Region, Ontario
Depart: 9:00 a.m. Kennedy Commons, in front of LA FITNESS
Cost: $114.00
Lunch: At the Huff Estate Winery Buffet
Program: Journey east to the Bay of Quinte where we will visit
Huff Estate Winery, Sandbanks Winery, Oeno Art Gallery, Black
River Cheese, and Prince Edward County Lavender Farm. We will have the opportunity to participate in wine tastings and
purchase both wine and cheese. Lunch will be a gourmet experience of locally grown ingredients. Come and see why this
unique location is producing award-winning wines and restaurants. We will also be stopping at The Big Apple en route
for a coffee and washroom break, providing an opportunity to purchase apple pies as well.
Facilitator: Paula Chambers – 6 Colinroy Street, Scarborough, ON M1C 5G6
Phone: (416) 208-0202 E-Mail: [email protected]
Make Cheque Payable to: MARY MORTON TOURS. Send cheque and coupon to Paula Chambers
Deadline: August 7, 2016. Please postdate your cheque to this date.
Coupon: Prince Edward County Wine and Cheese Wednesday, September 7, 2016
Clip (or photocopy) this coupon and send it with your cheque made payable to: Mary Morton Tours
Name (Print): _______________________________________________
Phone #: __________________________________________________
E-mail: ___________________________________________________
Spouse/Guest Name (Print): ______________________________________
No. of tickets: ________ @ 114.00 = _____________
Would you like an e-mail confirmation: ☐ YES ☐ NO
If NO, a stamped, self-addressed envelope is required for confirmation.
Please check the space following to give permission to share your contact information.
☐ I (we) give permission to share contact information with the travel agency organizing this trip.
I acknowledge that I have read and understood the RTO waiver on page 12.
Signature(s): _______________________ ______________________ Member Spouse/Guest
Deadline: August 7, 2016. Please use this date on your cheque.
Are you moving?
Is there a change in your contact information? Contact Dianne Vezeau at the RTO/ERO Provincial
office:
In writing:
18 Spadina Road, Toronto ON M5R 2S7
By phone:
1 (800) 361-9888, ext. 223
By e-mail:
[email protected]
The Provincial office does not accept notices regarding address or contact information from third parties, such as District
Executive members. Changes must come directly from the member or from the member’s Power of Attorney
(accompanied by a Power of Attorney form if RTO does not have one currently on file).
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FOR YOUR INFORMATION
Birch Cliff P. S. 100th Anniversary
Friday, September 23, 2016
Sports Day in the afternoon
Pub Night at the local Legion
Saturday, September 24, 2016
Decade Rooms
Opening Day Celebrations
Alumni and Friends Dinner at Q-SSIS
For further information check out the website at www.birchcliff100th.com
Sir Robert L. Borden 50th Anniversary
OUR EXECUTIVE MEETINGS DATES FOR 2015 - 2016
REMEMBER: ALL DISTRICT 24 MEMBERS ARE INVITED TO ATTEND EXECUTIVE MEETINGS:
The Executive Meeting Thursday June 9 will be held at Cedarbrook Lodge Retirement Residence, 520
Markham Road, Scarborough, Ontario, M1H 3A1. Refreshments are available beginning at 9:00 AM with the business
meeting beginning at 9:30 AM. We should be finished before noon.
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Executive List 2015 / 2016
TABLE OFFICERS:
PAST PRESIDENT:
[email protected]
PRESIDENT:
[email protected]
FIRST VICE-PRESIDENT:
[email protected]
George Denny
905.420.1435
SECOND VICE-PRESIDENT:
Donna Hubel
416.490.1861
TREASURER:
Bill Sparks
416.293.7477
SECRETARY:
Bill Sparks
416.293.7477
FOUNDATION LIASON:
Gloria Wilson-Forbes
416.293.5836
GOLF CONVENER:
Marilyn Hodge
416.284.9984
GOODWILL PHONES:
Annemarie McKee
416.282-4096
NEWSLETTER:
Marilyn Tregwin
416.493.3757
MEMBERSHIP:
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Gary Fick
905.683.9676
Bonnie Clarke
416.609.3635
Chris Elliot
416.497.6192
COMMITTEE CHAIRS:
AWARDS:
[email protected]
ARCHIVIST:
[email protected]
GOODWILL CARDS:
[email protected]
WEBMASTER:
[email protected]
HEALTH:
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
PENSIONS/RETIREMENT CONCERNS: Terry Smith
POLITICAL ADVOCACY:
[email protected]
416.438.0430
[email protected]
PROGRAM:
Paula Chambers
416.208.0202
SOCIAL CONVENOR
Linda Jarvis
416.293.8689
SERVICE TO OTHERS:
[email protected]
RWTO REP:
[email protected]
BOOK CLUB:
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Gary Fick
905.683.9676
Les Coombs
416.261.0568
Lynne Horvath
647.483.7377
Scott Baker
905.655.5547
Les Coombs
416.261.0568
George Denny
905.420.1435
Susan Watson
416.698.3030
Bill Sparks
416.293.7477
Lee McLeod
416.284.6626
MEMBERS-AT-LARGE:
Elaine Aprile
Phyllis Hill
Pat Westcott
Wendy Hooker
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
[email protected]
Member-at-Large Emeritus Marg Nicholson
416.267.2670
647-347-7976
416.269.1145
416.266.4682
416.759.5560
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The Waiver
THE WAIVER:
Acknowledgement, Waiver and Release… ~ Provincial Executive, January 2010
The participant in (the "Event") acknowledges and agrees that RTO/ERO, including District 24, 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 the activity coupon and in consideration of the participant's attendance at the Event, the participant hereby
releases and forever discharges RTO/ERO, District 24, 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 claims 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.
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