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Connect with Canadians in Seattle!
Carley Andrews, CAS Board Member, and Joel Paget, former CAS president, don their caps at 2008 CAS AGM.
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Established nearly 30 years ago, the Canada-America Society serves as a platform for Canadian expatriates and Americans to interface within Seattle's community. The Canada-America Society is devoted to strengthening economic and cultural ties between Canada and the United States. ______________________________________________________________ A special thank you to PCL Construction Services and Starbucks for sponsoring another successful CAS Curling Party on April 19th! If you missed out this year, be sure to join us next time!
Board Meeting: Wednesday, May 7, 5:15PM, PCL Construction Offices, Bellevue, WA
UPCOMING CAS EVENTS
Canadian Poetry Reading: Douglas Isaac Thursday, May 8, 7PM Richard Hugo House 1634 Eleventh Ave (@ E. Pine), Seattle, WA Free admission; signed and personally dedicated books; Canadian wines to be served Poet, Novelist and Film/Videomaker, Douglas Isaac, in Seattle will launch his new book for the first time in the USA. Please come and support your fellow CAS member as he reads from his new book, Centres of Treatment, Selected Poems, 1992 - 2006. More information, call 206-322-7030.
Exporting in a Free Trade World: Targeting Opportunities in Canada, Colombia, and Beyond May 9, 2008, 8AM - 12PM Tacoma-Pierce County of Chamber of Commerce, Tacoma, WA Fee: $35 Come and explore the benefits and opportunities for U.S. companies in a Free Trade World. Learn now to leverage existing trade agreements, and what is being done to level the playing field for American exporters in other markets, all in order to help you increase export sales. For more information, contact Karen Taylor: karen.taylor@mail.doc.gov
Canada vs. Brazil Soccer Game SOLD OUT! Saturday, May 31, 7:30PM Qwest Field, Seattle, WA Although we've completed our group ticket order, email casevents@qwest.net to find tickets in our section!
SIFF: Seattle International Film Festival Tentative weekend: June 14/15 Each year, the CAS sponsors a Canadian film entered in the Festival. Members are offered a limited number of free tickets; however, we encourage everyone to join us for the film and soiree! More details to come.
Annual Canada Day Party & Blue Jays Game Save the Date! Tuesday, July 1, 2008, BBQ: 5PM; Game time: 7PM Safeco Field, Seattle, WA Sponsors needed! Ideas or information, please email carley.andrews@klgates.com .
CAS Study Abroad (in Canada) Scholarships Applications are now being accepted. Deadline: June 1 In collaboration with the Consulate General of Canada Seattle and Pacific Northwest Canadian Studies Consortium, the CAS announces the 2008 competition. Three (3) scholarships of $4,000.00 will be awarded for the 2008-09 academic (August ‘08 - June ‘09) year. Scholarships will be awarded to American undergraduate students enrolled at universities that are members of the PNWCSC in Washington, Idaho and Oregon. Students must be pursuing their Bachelor of Arts or Science degree and wish to spend a minimum of one semester/term/quarter studying abroad. The student must attend a Canadian university. Any four-year Canadian university may be attended, but preference will be given to applicants accepted to attend a university in Alberta or British Columbia. Funds for these scholarships were raised at the 2007 Canada Gala. Supporters: Consulate General of Canada Seattle, Holland America, Delta Hotels BC, Sutton Place Hotels, Victoria Clipper, Vincor Canada, & Rogers Chocolates
The Secrets of Successful Trade Financing: A Unique 2-day Finance Seminar June 19-20, 2008 800 Fifth Avenue, Seattle, WA
For more information and agenda: http://www.exportrisk.com/AETI_Agenda.htm
CANADIAN PERFORMERS IN SEATTLE All tickets: www.ticketmaster.com *If you would like to arrange a group from CAS, email casevents@qwest.net
Avril Lavigne Saturday, May 10, Comcast Arena, Everett, WA
Blue Rodeo Thursday, May 15, 9:30PM, Fairhaven Pub, Bellingham, WA
Saturday, May 31, 8PM, Gorge Amphitheatre, George, WA
Saturday, October 18, 8PM, Tacoma Dome, Tacoma, WA
CAS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Thank you for supporting our
Study Abroad (in Canada) Scholarship Program by attending the 8th
Annual Canada Gala.
Canada Day Celebration @ Safeco Field View Photos Here
CAS Send a Teacher to Canada Scholarship 2007 WINNER: Kindra Kilgore, Park Place Middle School, Monroe, WA The CAS Academic Committee has awarded a WA State Teacher a $300 scholarship to attend the Study in Canada Summer Institute for K-12 Educators, plus a one-year CAS Individual Membership ($40 value). For more information and curriculum: http://www.k12studycanada.org/scsi.shtml Here's what Kindra reports: "Without a doubt, my experience with the K-12 Study Canada Summer Institute was the most rewarding class I have ever taken. Not only did I leave with more curriculum and lesson plans than I could ever teach in a year, but I had the opportunity to meet some of the most amazing people as well. I couldn't wait to share my experiences, not only with the staff at my school, but also with my students. I know that I now have the tools to make the study of Canada come alive for them this year. I would recommend this class to anyone that teaches about Canada."
Washington History Day Contest - Special Awards in Canadian History Each year, students in junior (6-8) and senior (9-12) divisions may enter a paper, exhibit, documentary, or performance on a topic congruent with the annual theme. The Canada-America Society sponsors $300 towards Canadian History Awards, recognizing students with the best project with its annual theme linking to Canadian History. For more information: http://www.washingtonhistory.org/wshm/education/history-day/contest.htm
ONGOING ACTIVITIES
Weekly Road Hockey Game Each Saturday afternoon, 2PM, join fellow hockey fans for an exciting game of 'pick-up' road hockey! The road hockey you used to play - grab a stick and your sneakers, and you're ready to go! Games are played outside at Greenwood Elementary School in Seattle. For more information: vpayette@hotmail.com
Canada-America Society Logo T-shirts Cost: T-shirt: $10
PAST EVENTS
See events Canada-America Society members and friends have already participated in during 2007. Join now to connect with Canadians and Americans in the Puget Sound area with interests in Canada.
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