NEW BRANCH
"New Branch in Barrie/Simcoe County"
Branch Inaugural in Barrie/Simcoe CountyThe City of Barrie and County of Simcoe in Ontario welcomed the newest branch of the Association of Administrative Assistants at the official launch of the Barrie/Simcoe County Branch on October 26, 2006. Formed by an enthusiastic and professional group of women, the Barrie/Simcoe County branch was formally ratified at the Annual General Meeting of the Association in Ottawa in May 2006.
Our members have indicated a preference for monthly meetings that provide discussions and presentations on professionally-related topics pertaining to the role of the office administrator in particular and also provide a venue for networking opportunities. The response has been overwhelming in the area, providing proof that this type of professional development opportunity and involvement with a professional association is needed and desired in the community.
Georgian College is also in the process of having courses assessed, to be able to offer them for students enrolling in the Q.A.A. program. Stay tuned for further updates!
CURRENT NEWS
The Association of Administrative Assistants celebrates 60 years of 'Professionalism through Education' in May 2012.
May 24th will be a public workshop with two guest speakers. We are proud to have both Helen Wilkie, President Elect for the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers (CAPS), followed by an afternoon with Rhonda Scharf from On the Right Track. On May 25th, the Toronto Charter Branch will host the National Board meeting --- free to all members, however no voting rights for motions on the floor. This is a great opportunity to experience the 'behind the scenes' discussions on how a Canadian non-for-profit organization manages Association business. The 26th of May will encompass the National Annual General meeting with budget and election process, followed by a Qualified Administrative Assistant luncheon.
Please mark these dates in your calendars and join us on May 24-26, 2012, in Toronto, to help celebrate this glorious milestone! Watch for further details in the coming months.