New Retirees – Complimentary Lunch Ticket
/in News/by bcrtatechFor New Retirees!
Your Campbell River Retired Teachers’ Association is inviting you to our “No Bell Lunch“!
When: Tuesday, September 3rd, 2024 – 11:30am to 1:30pm
Where: Boston Pizza, 1309 Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC
To RSVP for your Complimentary Lunch, please contact Hilary Hansen by August 28, 2024 at hansenhilary20@gmail.com
CRRTA Luncheon – September 3rd, 2024
/in News/by bcrtatechWhere: Boston Pizza – 1309 Island Hwy, Campbell River, BC
When: Tuesday, September, 3rd, 2024 – 11:30am to 1:30pm
Order from the Luncheon Menu and please pay your server
New Retirees! Your lunch is complimentary!
Please RSVP by August 28, 2024 to Hilary Hansen at hansenhilary20@gmail.com
CRRTA Presents “Skydiving”
/in News/by bcrtatechVeterans of the armed forces will tell us how they help other veterans, paramedics, nurses, teachers, and anyone who has suffered PTSD in the line of duty. Come and be a part of this luncheon and learn more about the incredible program that helps people move forward in their lives.
Where: EAGLES’ HALL: 1999 14 Ave., Campbell River, BC
When: Thursday, June 20, 2024, 11:30 am – 1:30 pm (sign-ins begin at 11:15)
Lunch: $22 per person
- Burgers
- One or Two salad choices
- Dessert
- Coffee, Tea, Water
Please RSVP as soon as possible, as the Eagles’ Auxiliary need to purchase correct amounts—they are catering another group for dinner later in the day and would appreciate knowing our numbers.
RSVP: hansenhilary20@gmail.com
CRRTA May Luncheon – Planning Ahead: Honouring Loved Ones
/in News/by bcrtatechThursday, May 16, 2024 -11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Eagles’ Hall, 1999 14th Avenue., Campbell River, BC V9W
All CRRTA members and guests are welcome!
Presenter: Stuart Green
Partner & Advanced Planning Manager of Telford, Toneff & Boyd Funeral Services
LUNCH MENU
$22 per person
- Lasagna & garlic bread
- Mixed Greens Salad
- Dessert
- Coffee, Tea, Water
Lunch tips are optional & go to Eagles’ Good Works Projects
Please RSVP your attendance by May 10, 2024:
Hilary Hansen – hansenhilary20@gmail.com
Special Mention goes out to Boyd’s Funeral Services
CCRTA Spring Message
/in News/by bcrtatechHello Everyone!
Just a short note to wish you a happy spring! Thank you to our members for the donations to support our Retired Educators’ Bursary. We are able to provide three bursaries. One to each of the following schools Carihi, Timberline and Robron.
We have two pending workshops planned for members this April.
- COSCO STAY ON THE ROAD WORKSHOP (See the attached poster) is booked for our regular Thursday meeting April 18 2024 at the Eagles Hall.
- PARKSVILLE/QUALICUM RTA INVITATION to join them, Wednesday, April 10 FOR A PRESENTATION BY:
BCRTA President Arnie Lambert. Ernie will share information about his trip to South Africa on behalf of BCRTA and its work in conjunction supporting teachers and students in the cities he visited.
Arnie will also speak about the new federal PHARMACARE PROGRAM, the effects of COLA on our PENSIONS and other topics important to BCRTA members. The workshop will be held at Bradley Center (975 Shearme Road, Coombs) Doors will open at 1:30 to allow for social time and refreshments before the presentation begins at 2:00 pm. Free to all BCRTA members; $2.00 to invited guests. Attendees are asked to register at pqrtaprograms@gmail.com so that we know how many to expect, or call Jennifer 250-937-9314 or Lisa at 250-248-5001. Please also bring your own coffee mug/water bottle and a name tag. If you would like to attend the workshop with Arnie, we can carpool.
Have a great weekend.
CRRTA Executive
Bonni Roset, Penny Milbrandt, Hilary Hansen, Sharon Yeadon, Barb Henshall, Patti VanHumbeck, Adrianne Davis
Noon Social – March 21, 2024
/in News/by bcrtatechOn Thursday, March 21, 2024 we are reserving tables at BOSTON PIZZA for a NOON SOCIAL. A change of venue. Order off the menu and pay as you leave. Numbers for seating would be appreciated for space and staffing, and we would like to let the Restaurant know how many will be attending, if you could please RSVP Hilary by Monday, March 18 at hansenhilary20@gmail.com
CCRTA Luncheon – February 15, 2024
/in News/by bcrtatechWhen: Thursday, February 15, 2024 – 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
Where: Eagles’ Hall—1999 14th Avenue
Cost: $22 per person—cash preferred, please!
*Guest speaker, Geoff Manning, Superintendent & CEO of SD #72 *
Geoff Manning – SD #72
Superintendent & CEO
Geoff Manning comes to us from the Comox Valley School District where he held a variety of senior leadership positions over the course of his 20 years with the district, most recently acting as superintendent. Let’s find out what Geoff has to say about the present and future plans of SD 72. We hope to see you all there, SD retirees, invites, and friends. All are welcome!!
–Menu–
- Meatloaf & Mashed potatoes
- 1-2 cooked vegetable option(s)
- 1 Mixed salad option + dressings
- Desserts (1-2 choices)
- Coffee, tea, water
Optional gratuity box provided—all proceeds to “good works”. Please RSVP your attendance by February 11th to Hilary Hansen: hansenhilary20@gmail.com
Next social — March 21st, 2024
Calling all SENIORS! – Isobel Mackenzie (BC Seniors’ Advocate)
/in News/by bcrtatechAfter 10 years of being “the voice for BC Seniors”, Isobel Mackenzie is retiring in March.
When: Tuesday, February 27th – 1:00 to 3:00pm
Where: Arrowsmith Hall – 1014 Ford Rd, Coombs Fairgrounds
Cost: FREE to members of the BC Retired Teachers’ Assoc. $2.00 for Guests Includes tea, coffee and refreshments.
In British Columbia, there are more than a million people over the age of 65, which is about 1 out of every 5 people, 20% of British Columbians are 65 and over.
Come and hear a fascinating presentation on the state of BC Seniors in Long Term Care with the latest survey findings and recommendations in 8 key areas. Learn about multiple resources available to seniors. Followed by a Question-and-Answer period.
EVERY VOICE COUNTS: Long-Term Care Resident and Visitor Survey Results 2023
- compilation of results from thousands of long-term care residents and their family members
- 297 publicly subsidized care facilities in BC
- Responses from over 10,000 residents and almost 8,000 family & friends
- Over 500 volunteers assisted residents to complete the survey
DEADLINE to register: February 20th
EMAIL: pqrtaprograms@gmail.com
PHONE: 250-927-1706 (Lisa) or 250-937-9314 (Jenn)
Sponsored by Parksville Qualicum Retired Teachers’ Association
CCRTA Luncheon – January 18, 2024
/in News/by bcrtatechCRRTA Members and Guests!
Guest speaker – John P. Henderson!
When: Thursday, January 18, 2024 – 11:30am to 1:30pm
Where: Eagles’ Hall – 1999 14th Avenue
Cost: $22 per person
Menu
- Beef Dip with Au Jus
- Salads (1-2 choices)
- Desserts (1-2 choices)
- Coffee, Tea, Water
- Optional gratuity box provided with proceeds to “good works”
A special invitation to any and all of John’s former teachers!
Please RSVP your attendance by January 14th
Hilary Hansen – hilary@twincomm.ca