Board of Directors

Linda AdamsonChair

Laurie TullochVice Chair/Strategic

Planning

Kim HoardTreasurer

Margaret Jurcic Client Services

Director

Michael PuderbachPublic Relations

Frances FragaleMember at Large

Wendy MorganMember at Large

Carol VothSocial Action

Director

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August 2011

On April 26th, the City of Thunder Bay recognized four of our very deserving volunteers at the annual City of Thunder Bay Citizen’s Award Night. Vince and Frances Fragale and Wendy Morgan were given the Thunder Bay Good Citizen Award. This award is presented to individuals who have made outstanding volunteer contributions in Thunder Bay for a minimum of five years. While on the MS Board of Directors, Wendy Morgan was responsible for public education for a number of years and later served as fundraising chair, highlighted by her running of the highly successful ‘Carnation Campaign’. Vince and Frances have, over the past 10 years, raised $300,000 for persons with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) in Thunder Bay through an event they initiated called the ‘Valentine’s Day Dinner Dance.’ Vince manages the coin boxes and organizes the annual Cava Golf Tournament that gives financial support to the Chapter. These three individuals have individually given over 30 years of volunteer time to a myriad of MS fundraisers and as well,

Wendy and Frances are current board members. Wendy Ferris was given the Spirit of Thunder Bay Award. This prestigious award is given to individuals that have shown extraordinary leadership and innovation and have given more than 15 years of volunteer time. Over the last 40 years, Wendy has volunteered with the MS Society and other agencies mandated to improve accessibility for persons in wheelchairs. Wendy had been until November 2010, a continuous board member of the MS Society for 40 years—five years as Treasurer and 35 years as Director of Public Relations. Wendy’s colourful and cheery quarterly newsletters have kept members up-to-date on MS issues and events. Wendy was a member of the HAGI transit committee, representing wheelchair users, for 10 years. She also served on the City of Thunder Bay’s Steering Committee on Accessibility for three years. Wendy Morgan, Frances Fragale and Wendy Ferris may have MS but MS does not have them.

Thunder Bay Honours MS Volunteers

Update

Support

Chair’s Update: Linda AdamsonMay was MS month and this year Judy Hole accepted the role of Mother of the Year. Judy typifies the ‘face’ of MS. She was diagnosed with MS in her late 20’s, at a time when she was building her career and her family. Judy’s family consists of her two active sons, Kenny and Jeremiah and her supportive husband Scott. Judy and extended family were out in full force for the MS Walk and won the prize for the team that raised the most. Judy will be helping throughout the year to increase public awareness of MS. She did a great job as the person who drew the winning ticket for the 50/50 draw.

The AGM was held June 1st. The Board decided to hold the event on a Saturday during the day so that more members could attend. The

event was a mild success. We had an audience of 13 for our speaker John Clack, Occupational Therapist who spoke on the use of electronic devises to help with scheduling, memory and organization. During the discussion period of the AGM, there was good debate on several issues raised by the members. We look forward to doing this again in 2012 with an even better turn out of members.

There have been some changes in our Board of Directors. Wendy Morgan has come back onto the board after a long break. She has accepted the position of Member at Large. We welcome Wendy and know we will benefit from her expertise from previous years on this board and others.Regrettably, Tabatha Kennepohl

resigned from the board. She held the position of Director of Volunteers. Thanks Tabatha for your help in getting our volunteer list more current and useable.

We have had some requests for equipment from our donated equipment inventory but we would love to be inundated with requests. If you are needing a second or a first scooter, wheelchair, walker, mattress system, super pole, commode, etc. we have lots and want to see them get used.

At this time I would like to thank, on behalf of the Board of Directors, all our volunteers who gave so many hours over the last few months to make all our events so successful. Our chapter is only as strong as its membership and volunteers.

sUpport reportJoanne TullochOur support group will meet at 7:00 pm on the last Monday of September at Superior High School. (Sept. 26th) Our first meeting will be a wonderful visit as we relive our fabulous summer adventures. In our discussions, we’ll hear how we dealt with the heat and humidity. For those who are new to the disease, you will be surprised at

how it affects you. We will spend time making suggestions for how to improve conditions to make living easier.There were several new members last year and it would be great to have more of you join the group this year. We like to talk about our concerns so don’t be afraid to ask questions. If we don’t have answers

we will try to find them.

To find out more about the meetings, call the office at 344-2944. Your call will be referred to me and I will call you.

Enjoy the sunshine.Joanne

FundraisingFUndraisingUpcoming Events

A&W’s Cruisin’ for a Cause DayAugust 25thA&W Restaurants across Canada

Join us for the 3rd annual Cruisin’ for a Cause Day on Thursday August 25th and support the movement to end MS. For every Teen Burger sold at all A&W Restaurants across Canada, $1 will go towards our mission of ending MS.There are many ways to help:

Before August 25th:

• Purchase a $2 raffle ticket. Prizes include 2 – Hockey Jerseys signed by all 4 Staal brothers and 2 $100 gift cards for A&W restaurants. Tickets available at A&W locations (Arthur St and Memorial Ave) and at the MS Office.

• Put coins in the coin donation boxes at A&W Restaurants

• Text MS to 45678 to make a $5 donation to the MS Society of Canada

• RSVP to the Facebook event and A&W will donate 50 cents to the MS Society

• Tweet with the hashtag #CruisinForACause and A&W will donate 50 cents to the MS Society

• Purchase a paper license plate cutout from A&W locations

On Cruisin’ for a Cause Day:• Buy a teen burger ($1 from each burger sold August 25th goes to the MS Society of Canada)

• Participate in the events happening at the local A&W locations on Cruisin’ for a Cause Day (all money raised goes to the local MS chapter)

Beer Store Tag DaySeptember 2Beer Store locations in Thunder Bay (12 - 8pm)

Because the last ‘Tag Day’ was such a success there will be another one held on the Friday before the Labour Day long weekend. Join us September 2nd at all 5 Thunder Bay Beer Store locations. We will need volunteers. Call the MS Office at 344-2944 for more information.

RBC Women’s Day Out for MS September 15thFort William Country Club

Gather your girlfriends and prepare for the most luxurious round of golf you’ve ever played. The 2nd annual RBC Women’s Day Out for MS is a women-only, 9-hole golf tournament where the focus is less on golf and more on ‘pampering’ the women attending. There will be massages, manicures, drinks and good times as well as vendors offering some of your favourite products. Space is limited. Don’t miss out. Register today.

Wellness DayOctober 1Davinci Centre

Guest Speaker: John Clack, Occupational Therapist with the Neurology Day Program at St. Joseph’s Hospital and Dr. Abraham Snaiderman, Psychiatrist with a subspecialty in Neuropsychiatry.

Contact the MS Office for more information

• Registration is first come, first served!

• 9 Hole – 4 person, Best Shot format

• Proper attire/80’s clothes, soft spikes

• Prizes for the ‘Best 80’s-dressed’ team and ‘Most Enthusiastic’ team.

12:30pm – Registration1:45 – Shotgun Start – 9 holesFollowing Round – Margaritaville7pm – Dinner and Guest Speaker

For more information please contact the MS Office at 344-2944.

Bridge Score Pads and TalliesScore Pads: $5.00Tallies (two table) $3.00/pkg

Available at:• MS Office (703B Victoria Ave in

Chapple Building)

• UPS Store on Memorial Ave

• St. Joseph’s Hospital Gift Shop

Fundraising

FUndraisingPast EventsPassion for Fashion

April 17th Travelodge Airlane

Featuring fashions from local retailers including JB Evans, Irma’s Bridal Boutique, Kitty Cucumber Children’s Boutique, Perfect Fit Lingerie and Lux Boutique and cosmetics by Merle Norman, the 2011 Passion for Fashion was a success earning a gross revenue of $5700.

2011 Carnation CampaignMay 5-7th

The annual Carnation Campaign was once again a great success. Volunteers sold carnations around the city at various locations: Intercity Mall, LCBO and Beer Store locations, Zellers’ and more. This year there was a greater focus on pre-sales of carnation to local businesses and this effort was rewarded. The gross revenue for the 2011 Carnation Campaign was $16,838.

2011 MS WalkMay 29th

Over 100 walkers turned out to participate in the 2011 MS Walk beginning at the Heritage Building on the CLE

grounds. 83 of the Walkers registered online and over $3,000 was collected through online donations.Congratulations to ‘Judy’s Pirates’ for being the team to collect the most pledges, they raised over $3300 in support of MS. Great Job!

The 2011 MS Walk earned a gross revenue of $19,231. 50/50 RaffleDrawn June 30th

The 2011 50/50 raffle raised $12,402. The winner, Dawn Anderson, and the MS Society of Canada – Thunder Bay Chapter split the pot each receiving $6,201.

A&W Cruisin’ for a Cause Yard SaleJuly 22A&W Memorial Ave

The management and staff of A&W (Memorial) donated items and held a yard sale with all proceeds being donated to the local MS chapter. It was a hot, sunny day and $600 was raised in support of MS.

LCBO Tag DayJuly 29th

LCBO locations in Thunder Bay and Kakabeka FallsVolunteers manned stations at 4 LCBO locations around the city and area, offering small silk carnations in exchange for donations. $2,850 was raised in 8 hours; not a bad day’s work. A second tag day is scheduled for 5 Beer Store locations on September 2. If you are interested in volunteering at the ‘Beer Store Tag Day’ contact the MS Office at 344-2944.

Thank you to the organizers of the Frank Cava and Kelly McCracken Memorial Golf Tournaments, who are graciously donating a portion of their proceeds to the MS Society of Canada – Thunder Bay Chapter.

I would like to take this opportunity to introduce myself. My name is Kim Hoard and I am the new Treasurer for the local chapter of the Multiple Sclerosis Society. I obtained my Certified General Accountant’s designation (CGA), as well as a Bachelor of Accounting Science degree in 2005.I have been employed with the federal government for the past 10 years and I’ve worked in variety of positions both here and in Ottawa. I recently relocated back to Thunder Bay and am enjoying life in my hometown again.

I have previous volunteer experience including serving as Chair, Vice Chair and Secretary on the CGA Thunder Bay Chapter Board, marking CGA assignments, and serving on the United Way Committee for my place of employment. dVolunteering for the MS Society seemed like a natural fit since I suffer from the disease and my sister was recently diagnosed. Since joining the chapter as Treasurer, it has been a very busy time, with lots of great events going on. I hope to meet some of you out and about in the near future.

treasUrer’s reportKim Hoard

This is an easy to follow class including aerobic conditioning, strengthening, mobility and balance exercises specifically designed to meet the needs of those with MS. The programme offers modifications allowing each participant to work at their own comfort level and ability.

Where : Canada Games Complex Multi-Purpose Room #1 When : Monday and Wednesdays 10:15 – 11:15

Fall Session 1: Sept 19th to Oct 26th 2011Fall Session 2: Oct 31st to Dec 7th 2011

Instructors : Deb KankkunenCost : Fall Session 1: $58.66 (for 11 classes)

Fall Session 2: $64.00 (for 12 classes)

Keep moving with ms!

Requirements: • Diagnosis of MS and living in the community

• Have finished all therapy programmes

• Able to follow instruction and have awareness of physical exertion

• Able to walk at least 10 meters/30 feet with or without a walking aid

• Free of serious medical problems restricting physical exercise

• Able to tolerate 2x/week exercise sessions for 60 minutes with rest breaks

• Transportation to/from Canada Games Complex

• Telephone and physical assessment screen performed by a physiotherapist will be required prior to registration to ensure suitability and safety to participate in programme

To Pre-Register or For More Information Contact:

Kirsti Reinikka, PhysiotherapistCommunity Exercise Programme Coordinator343-2432

Equipment AvailableThere are hundreds of pieces of quality used equipment available. If you are in need of any equipment, wheelchairs, scooters, walkers, bath chairs, etc, call the MS Office to see if what you need is available.

Volunteers NeededVolunteers are needed to assist with our many events. If limited mobility prevents you from doing certain jobs, don’t worry, there are many tasks that can be completed while seated: phoning, selling tickets, etc. If you are interested in volunteering contact the MS Office 344-2944.

Inspirationa heCK oF a treK.Stephanie Reid

On Saturday July 30th, Thunder Bay saw the arrival of Jordan Kozina and his trek4ms. The former McMaster University Marauders football player and member of the Team Canada rugby team is now using his athletic ability to raise awareness and funds in support of the MS Society of Canada. Jordan is riding his bicycle across Canada, over 9000km from Tofino, BC to Cape Spear, NFLD, alone with nothing but a small tent and a handful of clothing in his pack.

Having spent both the day of his university graduation convocation and his 25th birthday riding along the (often non-existent) shoulders of the Trans-Canada highway, Jordan, originally from Brantford, ON, is making sacrifices, including funding the entire journey with his own money, all in hopes of raising $100,000 in support of the MS Society of Canada. There are planned stops at all 29 MS Society offices in Canada

during the trek4ms, and Jordan hopes to use this opportunity to meet people affected by MS and those working to help them. The cause is one close to Jordan’s heart; his aunt passed away from MS in January 2011. Multiple Sclerosis is a disease of the central nervous system that affects 75,000 Canadians today. The mission of the MS Society is to be a leader in finding a cure for MS and enabling those affected by MS to enhance their quality of life. The economic burden of this disease is immense and can come when a person is building both career and family. Mobility issues require equipment and services in the form of wheelchairs, lifts, power beds, household maintenance, and transportation. Jordan’s trek4ms is scheduled to be completed in late September. To get more information, follow Jordan’s progress, and make donations to the trek4ms visit www.trek4ms.ca.

For more information on the MS Society of Canada – Thunder Bay chapter call

807-344-2944 or visit

www.mssociety.ca/thunderbay.

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