Soon it will be time to attend one of the most exciting events at the Spring Conference. Yes. It is indeed the Business Meeting: Saturday, April 9th beginning at 4:00 pm. Come, learn what goes on in the district and take part by adding your voice to the electoral process as we elect the officers for the coming 2011 - 2012 year.
The information regarding the business meeting has been sent out to all those who are eligible to cast a vote; the District Officers, the Presidents and Vice-Presidents of clubs. Please note that the information on the clubs is gathered from Toastmasters International so your information must be correct with them in order for you to receive your package.
Take care to read the instructions regarding the proxy. A club is entitled to two votes. These can be picked up at the Credentials Desk by either the President, Vice-President of education or any member of the club with the proxies signed over to them.
On a further note, the package contained the report from the Nominations Committee as written in my last blog. Know that this does not contain the names of anyone who has decided to run from the floor as a candidate. They must be nominated from the floor before the votes are cast. They are not part of the nominations committee process and therefore cannot be listed on the report. I hope that helps to clarify some questions that may be floating out and about.
Should you have any further questions, please feel free to use the comment section below.
Otherwise, I'll be seeing you at the conference and more importantly, at the business meeting.
Merri
Wednesday, March 30, 2011
Wednesday, March 23, 2011
Meet the Candidates
In spite of all the snow that we received today in some corners of our world, it is spring. It arrived officially last Sunday and that means that we are good to go for the Spring Conference. I do hope you are all ready registered, got your room booked and are ready to have a blast. I know I am!!! Please join me.
As everyone knows, the ever exciting business meeting will be held starting at 4:15 pm and we will be presenting pretty important information for our Presidents and Vice Presidents of Education to vote on. The proxy package is imminently flying into your inbox. Do read and consider being there to cast your votes. If you cannot attend, then be sure to read the instructions on the proxy as to who can carry your vote.
As for who has been forward by the nominations committee for the elected positions, they are as follows:
District Governor - Avis Brodie
Lt. Gov. Education & Training - Carol Dowell
Lt. Gov. Marketing - Jim Foster
Public Relations Officer -
Division A Governor - Penny Batey
Division B Governor - Lynn Rabey
Division C Governor - Terry Kodybka
Division L Governor - Tony Bratschitsch
Division M Governor -
Division N Governor -
Division S Governor - James Noble
Division W Governor -
Check out the information about each candidate as it becomes available in the Candidates Corner. Go to the district homepage http://www.toastmasters86.org/ and click on the link on the right hand side.
Good luck to all candidates whether you are on this list or present yourself to running from the floor.
Merri
As everyone knows, the ever exciting business meeting will be held starting at 4:15 pm and we will be presenting pretty important information for our Presidents and Vice Presidents of Education to vote on. The proxy package is imminently flying into your inbox. Do read and consider being there to cast your votes. If you cannot attend, then be sure to read the instructions on the proxy as to who can carry your vote.
As for who has been forward by the nominations committee for the elected positions, they are as follows:
District Governor - Avis Brodie
Lt. Gov. Education & Training - Carol Dowell
Lt. Gov. Marketing - Jim Foster
Public Relations Officer -
Division A Governor - Penny Batey
Division B Governor - Lynn Rabey
Division C Governor - Terry Kodybka
Division L Governor - Tony Bratschitsch
Division M Governor -
Division N Governor -
Division S Governor - James Noble
Division W Governor -
Check out the information about each candidate as it becomes available in the Candidates Corner. Go to the district homepage http://www.toastmasters86.org/ and click on the link on the right hand side.
Good luck to all candidates whether you are on this list or present yourself to running from the floor.
Merri
Sunday, March 20, 2011
Promoting Toastmasters
It always does my heart good when I get emails that tell of some wonderful things that our fellow Toastmasters are doing to spread the news about us. Below is a copy of one such email I received. from Georgina Green:
On Thursday, March 3rd, Carolyn Hoxie, Janice McDonald and I participated in the Global Skills Conference. This day-long event was cosponsored by the Multicultural Centre, the Working Centre, the Region of Waterloo, Citizenship and Immigration Canada and more.
With about 300 attending, this event gave us the opportunity to promote the benefits of the Toastmasters communication and leadership program to Internationally Trained Professionals looking to find work in their field.
Our workshop on Networking titled “Face Time: Opening Up Possibilities” was well attended by over 50 participants and rated highly for energy, value of information and delivering more than expected.
As well, we hosted an information booth with the help of Toastmasters from Black Walnut club in Kitchener.
You may want to post this on your blog.
Georgina
GeorginaGreen
Toastmasters District 86
Division WMarketing Ambassador
Thank you so much to all of you for taking the information about Toastmasters to those who may want to investigate more fully the benefits our programs offer.
If you have anything you'd like to share here, please send it to me at district86governor@gmail.com We'd really like to hear all about the happenings in your corner of the world.
Merri
On Thursday, March 3rd, Carolyn Hoxie, Janice McDonald and I participated in the Global Skills Conference. This day-long event was cosponsored by the Multicultural Centre, the Working Centre, the Region of Waterloo, Citizenship and Immigration Canada and more.
With about 300 attending, this event gave us the opportunity to promote the benefits of the Toastmasters communication and leadership program to Internationally Trained Professionals looking to find work in their field.
Our workshop on Networking titled “Face Time: Opening Up Possibilities” was well attended by over 50 participants and rated highly for energy, value of information and delivering more than expected.
As well, we hosted an information booth with the help of Toastmasters from Black Walnut club in Kitchener.
You may want to post this on your blog.
Georgina
GeorginaGreen
Toastmasters District 86
Division WMarketing Ambassador
Thank you so much to all of you for taking the information about Toastmasters to those who may want to investigate more fully the benefits our programs offer.
If you have anything you'd like to share here, please send it to me at district86governor@gmail.com We'd really like to hear all about the happenings in your corner of the world.
Merri
Wednesday, March 2, 2011
Online Newspaper
So, did you find it? Did you even realize that it was there? If you didn't, it is all my fault. I don't know what I was thinking; or not!!!
The spring newsletter is up on our website. If you haven't taken the time to peruse it, may I suggest you do so. We have endeavoured to put all kinds of info in it that will give you pause to reflect as well as move on to reach those goals. Come Soaring to Excellence with the whole district.
Find it on the home page. Scroll down and you will find the Spring Edition of the Pulse of 86 on the left. Click here for quick and easy access: http://toastmasters86.org/user/docs/News86_Spring%202011.pdf
Don't have time to read it now, then download it and save it for when you do. Just to let you know, we are still looking for those success stories. Got one? Why not send it on to us so we can all celebrate together?
As for the Scavenger Hunt, there was clearly two winners... they actually responded. The first eligible person to send in the correct responses was Phil Lococo of Lakeshore InDepth Advanced Toastmasters and the second eligible person was Janice McDonald of Brant Toastmasters. Congratulations!
Wonder what the next big contest will be? Stay tuned to find out...
Merri
The spring newsletter is up on our website. If you haven't taken the time to peruse it, may I suggest you do so. We have endeavoured to put all kinds of info in it that will give you pause to reflect as well as move on to reach those goals. Come Soaring to Excellence with the whole district.
Find it on the home page. Scroll down and you will find the Spring Edition of the Pulse of 86 on the left. Click here for quick and easy access: http://toastmasters86.org/user/docs/News86_Spring%202011.pdf
Don't have time to read it now, then download it and save it for when you do. Just to let you know, we are still looking for those success stories. Got one? Why not send it on to us so we can all celebrate together?
As for the Scavenger Hunt, there was clearly two winners... they actually responded. The first eligible person to send in the correct responses was Phil Lococo of Lakeshore InDepth Advanced Toastmasters and the second eligible person was Janice McDonald of Brant Toastmasters. Congratulations!
Wonder what the next big contest will be? Stay tuned to find out...
Merri
Thursday, February 17, 2011
Training and Contests
WOW! Isn't this just the most exciting time of year? With all the contests going on and the training too, Toastmasters are meeting all over the place. And what could be better to chase away those February blahs?
I trust you are checking out the website under the Officer Training and Contest tabs to find out just what IS going on. As the organizers for these events are putting things in order so are the promoters of these events. Find out what is happening in your corner of the world. All the what, when, who, where, how and why are listed. There really is no excuse for missing out on anything.
And miss out you will if you don't attend these amazing events. You will gain a depth and breadth of knowledge from training when experiences are shared. You will gain an amazing perspective as speech contestants offer a wide variety of topics. Why, just last night I saw a speaker use a prop that I was totally blown away by. I even asked her permission to "borrow" it for one of my future presentations...with credit of course.
So why not pack away those February blahs and head on over to your nearest training event and attend your club, area and division contests. Follow the winners all the way to the Spring Conference. You will be so glad you did.
And I'll see you there.
Merri
I trust you are checking out the website under the Officer Training and Contest tabs to find out just what IS going on. As the organizers for these events are putting things in order so are the promoters of these events. Find out what is happening in your corner of the world. All the what, when, who, where, how and why are listed. There really is no excuse for missing out on anything.
And miss out you will if you don't attend these amazing events. You will gain a depth and breadth of knowledge from training when experiences are shared. You will gain an amazing perspective as speech contestants offer a wide variety of topics. Why, just last night I saw a speaker use a prop that I was totally blown away by. I even asked her permission to "borrow" it for one of my future presentations...with credit of course.
So why not pack away those February blahs and head on over to your nearest training event and attend your club, area and division contests. Follow the winners all the way to the Spring Conference. You will be so glad you did.
And I'll see you there.
Merri
Monday, January 31, 2011
The Great Scavenger Hunt
Lots and lots of information is posted on the District 86 website: http://www.toastmasters86.org/. Do you know where to go to find that for which you are seeking? Can you help others find it too?
The Great Scavenger Hunt is about to begin. There are 10 questions for you to answer. They are all listed on the website and it will be the website answers that will count as being accurate. The FIRST email I receive at district86governor@gmail.com with the correct answers will receive a $50.00 gift certificate for the Spring Conference 2011. All others who send in their answers to this email address will be put into a draw for a $25 gift certificate. Use The Great Scavenger Hunt as the subject line.
All members except those in current district officer roles are eligible to play.
How many points on the Above & Beyond contest does the club get per DTM?
How many main headings are there in the Tips for Contests?
In the Contest DOs and DON'Ts, how many DOs are there?
For how many elected positions are there descriptions under Postions for Nominations Process?
Under Clubs, how many new members have joined since the District 86 began July 1, 2008?
What is the key phrase in the slide show for the Spring Conference 2011?
How many district awards are there and what are they?
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Now's the time to search the site and find those answers. Send in your answers before February 15th.
Are you game to win a gift certificate? Good luck!!!
Merri
The Great Scavenger Hunt is about to begin. There are 10 questions for you to answer. They are all listed on the website and it will be the website answers that will count as being accurate. The FIRST email I receive at district86governor@gmail.com with the correct answers will receive a $50.00 gift certificate for the Spring Conference 2011. All others who send in their answers to this email address will be put into a draw for a $25 gift certificate. Use The Great Scavenger Hunt as the subject line.
All members except those in current district officer roles are eligible to play. Ready? Set? Go...
What is the district newsletter called and where do you find the link on the website?
What is the date of the last update of the Club Officer Training?
What two links are listed under the Wondering What to Do Next heading?
How many main headings are there in the Tips for Contests?
In the Contest DOs and DON'Ts, how many DOs are there?
For how many elected positions are there descriptions under Postions for Nominations Process?
Under Clubs, how many new members have joined since the District 86 began July 1, 2008?
What is the key phrase in the slide show for the Spring Conference 2011?
How many district awards are there and what are they?
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Now's the time to search the site and find those answers. Send in your answers before February 15th.
Are you game to win a gift certificate? Good luck!!!
Merri
Monday, January 17, 2011
Training Is For Everyone!
Yesterday was an awesome day! Your district officers gathered in Milton for a full day of exciting interaction, education and shared learning. At least that's what it looked like!
During the sessions, the division and area governors learned about how to blend new district membership contests with international ones. Our Lieutenant Governor Marketing, DTM John MacDonald promoted the extended Talk Up Toastmasters contest which TI runs. If your club has the highest number of new members registered with TI during this contest, it will receive a $100 gift certificate for the Spring Conference bookstore. All clubs who have any new members during the contest period will be put into a draw for a $50 gift certificate: two clubs will be drawn.
Our Lieutenant Governor Education and Training, DTM Avis Brodie presented the new rule book for running great contests. The International Speech Contest and the Evaluation Contest is getting underway in our clubs with the area and division contests only a short time away. Be sure to encourage those who are preparing to participate and cheer them on. Come see the ultimate challenge at the District Conference at the Delta Meadowvale in Mississauga April 8-10th.
Our governors got some really great tips for getting media coverage for promoting your club and building your membership from our District PRO, ACB, ALB Katie Chida. Ask your Area Governor when they come for their club visits to share what they have learned. Get your VP PR to use it; then watch your club grow!!!
Calling all District Leaders! We need you! Run for one of the District Officer positions for 2011-2012. Our Immediate Past District Governor, DTM Doreen Hillier presented the nominations procedures for the upcoming elections. Be sure to check out this information on the district website.
And much more; ask your Area Governors to visit your club and share some great information with you. Get ready for you and your club to be Soaring to Excellence on June 30th.
And training isn't just for the governors. Your District Trio is heading off to Chicago for two full days of training so we can serve you better for the remainder of the year. Each of us will be trained according to our roles and what is new on the horizon for Toastmasters International. I can't wait to see what's up. Stay tuned as I will be sure to share it all with you upon our return.
So, you see training is for everyone! Between now and the end of February, Phase II training is going on in a venue near you. Go, ask questions, learn stuff and share what you already know. What has your experience been like for the past six months? What do you want to accomplish the next six months? Attending club officer training is a proven strategy for club success. Find out when and where on the district website: http://www.toastmasters86.org/.
So training IS for everyone...how about you?
During the sessions, the division and area governors learned about how to blend new district membership contests with international ones. Our Lieutenant Governor Marketing, DTM John MacDonald promoted the extended Talk Up Toastmasters contest which TI runs. If your club has the highest number of new members registered with TI during this contest, it will receive a $100 gift certificate for the Spring Conference bookstore. All clubs who have any new members during the contest period will be put into a draw for a $50 gift certificate: two clubs will be drawn.
Our Lieutenant Governor Education and Training, DTM Avis Brodie presented the new rule book for running great contests. The International Speech Contest and the Evaluation Contest is getting underway in our clubs with the area and division contests only a short time away. Be sure to encourage those who are preparing to participate and cheer them on. Come see the ultimate challenge at the District Conference at the Delta Meadowvale in Mississauga April 8-10th.
Our governors got some really great tips for getting media coverage for promoting your club and building your membership from our District PRO, ACB, ALB Katie Chida. Ask your Area Governor when they come for their club visits to share what they have learned. Get your VP PR to use it; then watch your club grow!!!
Calling all District Leaders! We need you! Run for one of the District Officer positions for 2011-2012. Our Immediate Past District Governor, DTM Doreen Hillier presented the nominations procedures for the upcoming elections. Be sure to check out this information on the district website.
And much more; ask your Area Governors to visit your club and share some great information with you. Get ready for you and your club to be Soaring to Excellence on June 30th.
And training isn't just for the governors. Your District Trio is heading off to Chicago for two full days of training so we can serve you better for the remainder of the year. Each of us will be trained according to our roles and what is new on the horizon for Toastmasters International. I can't wait to see what's up. Stay tuned as I will be sure to share it all with you upon our return.
So, you see training is for everyone! Between now and the end of February, Phase II training is going on in a venue near you. Go, ask questions, learn stuff and share what you already know. What has your experience been like for the past six months? What do you want to accomplish the next six months? Attending club officer training is a proven strategy for club success. Find out when and where on the district website: http://www.toastmasters86.org/.
So training IS for everyone...how about you?
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