CMEF NewsCall For ConsultantWe are seeking a consultant for a program to strengthen school-community connections with immigrant communities, beginning with the Edmonton Somali community. Click here for the full posting. Gala Photos
Harmony BrunchThe 12th annual Harmony Brunch was a huge success. Click here for more information about this year's event, and local news coverage video. Board RecruitmentThe Canadian Multicultural Education Foundation invites applications for membership on the board of directors. Prospective board members should have a comittment to the concept of a multicultural/intercultural canadian society and an interest in promoting social equity. They should have a background in working with not for profit organizations. Experience in guiding multicultural or anti racism programs will be an asset. Board members should be prepared to be actively involved on board committees and be prepared to assume executive positions on the board. Please send your application to boardrecruitment@cmef.ca. Film Festival"Exploring Respect, Equality and Diversity"
Award For Public Service - Nicholas Spillios SENIORS ASSOCIATION OF GREATER EDMONTON - SAGE AWARDS Nicholas' biography speaks to his commitment, devotion, dedication and continued service not only to seniors but to Edmontonians, Albertans and Canadians. He is the current president of the Canadian Multicultural Education Foundation, President of the Friends of Canadian Libraries and Vice- President of the Friends of Edmonton Library. He has devoted his time as a former president of the Alberta Association for Media Awareness (Past President), the Edmonton Film Society, the P.K. Toastmasters Club, the Alberta Association For Multicultural Education, the Canadian Libraries Trustees Association, the American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association (Past President), and the Central and East European Studies Society of Canada. Nicholas introduced the first writer-In-Residence Program of the Edmonton Public Library. His most recent awards include the City of Edmonton Award For Excellence, the Centennial Award For Service to Alberta and an Honourable Mention in Edmontonians of the Century.
Congratulations The CMEF Board extends congratulations to Phil Bach, Director of the Board, who reached the Rhodes Scholarship competition at the Regional Level held in Winnipeg after placing as one of the finalists at the competition held in Edmonton. Job well done, Phil!!
Updated March 17, 2009 |
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