To All Association Members in Good Standing and active 408 THS Members
There is an upcoming annual general meeting of the 408 “Goose” Squadron Association and the purpose of this email is to solicit all the membership for agenda items and seek volunteers for executive positions. The AGM will again be electronic with the items posted on the 408 Association website. (408 “Goose” Squadron Association (forfreedom.ca)) If you have any items you want added to the agenda for new business please contact the acting President at chairman@forfreedom.ca . The date for submissions of agenda items will be 26 February 2023.
Of key importance is the need for a few volunteer executive to maintain the association and its functions related to membership, scholarships and financial accountability. The responsibilities are not burdensome or difficult and your help is greatly appreciated. Your support helps the 408 association members keep ties with the unit and current serving members while promoting our history and heritage and continuing the Mother Goose Scholarship for youth educational programs. We are looking for current members or alumni volunteers for the President and Vice President positions. Anyone interested in these positions can contact the Acting President at chairman@forfreedom.ca . The President’s duties and responsibilities can be found at Constitution – 408 “Goose” Squadron Association (forfreedom.ca) . Also, the executive will have input into the 85th Anniversary Gaggling of the Geese reunion in 2026 as to the scope and activities to undertake with 408 Sqn.
Positions:
- President: Vacant
- Vice President: John King
- Treasurer: Norm Campbell
- Secretary: Annebelle Villeneuve
- Membership: Patty McWilliams
- Deputy Membership: Ray Prowse
- Web Master: Kevin Jones
Main Items to be presented in the online AGM will be as follows:
- Approval of the Executive/ Elections,
- Approval of the financial report,
- Update on the Mother Goose Memorial Scholarship, and
- Any new business.
