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Joseph Connell draft speeches.

Draft speech notes written by Joseph Orr Connell on envelopes, dated 1963 to 1966. The notes outline topics ranging from youth in modern society, changes and trends in society, women, and world peace. Also includes a speech, written in French, which expressed Joseph Connell’s gratitude to the Industrial Accident Prevention Association of Quebec, dated April 4, 1963. Also includes a photocopy of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra concert program from Wednesday, November 12, 1952. Joseph Connell, as YMCA Secretary, was listed as a speaker providing remarks of appreciation during the concert. The program contains an assortment of ads from local businesses and companies such as salons, insurance companies, and furniture stores.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

YMCA 18.

A recording of devotions given by Egon Slopianka, First Secretary of the European Alliance of YMCA’s, as well as Robert Vakey, member of the National Council of the Canadian YMCA at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 15, 1984.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Photographs

Series consists of a wide range of photographs, from formal studio group portraits taken early in this century to recent packages of colour snapshots. Of particular interest is the series of progress photographs, taken by Denton, of the YMCA building on Queen St, 1921-1922, documenting the construction methods of the day and the incorporation of the old building with the new. Also of interest are the many team and group photographs which document early activities for which records no longer exist.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

YMCA 25.

Side 1 and 2; a recording of a presentation given by Margaret Catley-Carlson, President of the Canadian International Development Agency at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 16, 1984. This presentation was part of plenary session V and discussed the power and potential of the voluntary sector in humanitarian efforts and shortfalls of the current government. Additionally, she talked about the power of organizations like the YMCA to respond to change and confront the dangers of nuclear war, threats to the environment, and the continuing problem of world poverty. Some parts of Margaret Catley-Carlson’s speech were delivered in French.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Audio-visual

Series consists of one [16 mm] film (Buildings for Brotherhood, YMCA World Service Fundraising 1950s), 1 sound recording (reel to reel, unidentified), 4 sound cassettes (Salute to Joseph YMCA general secretary and Marg Connell, 1976; A.R. Kaufman Family 'Y' 1st anniversary slides plus tape recording [2 cassettes], and 1 audio cassette labelled "Y slide show".

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Board of Directors Meeting.

Contents: Reports Jan. 15-Feb. 15, 1957: General Program Committee, Adult Program Committee, Physical Committee, Youth Program Committee. The Youth Program Committee Report includes a description of the planning and execution of the first Youth in Government Program in Canada. Thursday, Jan. 21 was proclaimed "Youth in Government Day", and City Hall Offices were taken over by youthful officials.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Artifacts

Series consists of four boxes of realia, some from the YMCA, some from the K-W Y's Men's Club and some from the Pan Politae Club. Included are pennants, plaques, gavels, badges, ribbons, flags, certificates, etc.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

YMCA 27.

Side 1; a recording of a speech given by Rix Rogers, Secretary General and Chief Executive Officer of the National Council, YMCA during the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 16, 1984. During his speech, Rix Rogers discussed the contributions of YMCA staff and a report of the year’s activities in each service area: field services, government relations, program development, international development, Geneva Park located in Orillia, Ontario, and administrative services. Additionally, he commented on the coordination, resources and information management systems needed at the YMCA.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Board of Directors Meeting.

Contents: Reports: Adult Program Committee, Sept. 20, Physical Committee, Sept. 20, Youth Program Committee, Sept. 20, Camp Committee, June 15- Sept. 15. 1957 was the first year of operation for Camp Thunderbird, a day camp held at the Optimist Club property near Bamberg, sponsored by the K- W Y's Men's Club as a service project to the Youth Program Committee.The Youth Program Committee report describes Camp Thunderbird and Camp Ki-Wa- Y activities for the summer of 1957, July 8 through July 25..

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Board of Directors Meeting.

The Administration Committee Report includes three lists detailing cancellation of campaign pledges for 1948, 1951 and 1952. Contents: Reports Nov. 15-Dec. 15, 1957: Administration Committee, Dec. 20, General Program Committee, Adult Program Committee, Physical Committee, Youth Program Committee.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Board of Directors Meeting.

Contents: Reports Oct. 15- Nov. 15, 1958: Administration Committee, Fri. Nov. 21, 1958, General Program Committee, Adult Program Committee, Physical Committee, Youth Program Committee, Director's Report, Camp Ki-Wa-Y 1958 (Don Groff). The General Program Committee Report indicates the establishment of a central file record for all volunteer leaders. In his report, Don Groff resigns as Director of Camp Ki-Wa-Y.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

YMCA 28.

Side 1 and 2; a recording of a presentation given by Tony Paterson, member of the YMCA Government Relations Committee, at the annual meeting of the YMCA’s of Canada held in Halifax, Nova Scotia on June 16, 1984. This presentation was part of plenary session IV and provided a summary of a vote held during the annual meeting. Subjects discussed in the presentation include YMCA programming, relation, and development as well as future trends and needs.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Board of Directors Meeting.

Contents: Agenda Package of Reports for Sept. 22, 1961 meeting : Administration Committee, Adult Program Committee, Physical Dept., Youth Program Committee, Extension Committee, Director's Report Camp Wabanaki 1961. The Extension Committee notes that this report is their first as a full program committee.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Board of Directors Meeting.

Contents: Agenda Package of Reports for Nov. 17, 1961 meeting: Administration Committee, General Program Committee, Adult Program Committee, Physical Committee, Youth Committee, Camping Committee, Extension Committee, Camp Ki-Wa-Y Director's Report, Aug.14-28, 1961.

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Board of Directors Meeting.

Contents: Reports Dec. 15, 1961-Jan. 15, 1962: Physical Committee, Youth Program Committee, Extension Committee, Camping Committee: Confidential to Board and Committee Members Only (re Lion's Club proposal for camp operation at Belwood Lake).

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

Return of Information and Particulars as of March 31, 1934.

From 1927 to 1933 the "Objects of the Corporation" are listed as "The Development of Christian Character among boys and men." In 1934 this phrase is replaced with "The Spiritual, Mental, Social and Physical improvement of men and boys and to co- operate with the Y.W.C.A. of Kitchener for similar development of women and girls." This phrase is used up to and including 1951. On this Return, Charles C. Parsons adds a note to the oath as follows: "That the President Mr. A.R. Kaufman requests that he be not troubled with detail matters and that returns be made by me as Chairman of the Board."

Kitchener-Waterloo Young Men's Christian Association

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