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curriculum. K. Mark noted the importance of informing all local MP, MPPs of any events hosted by the <strong>Committee</strong>. J. Morris identified all dignitaries which invitations are extended to for events. Moved by J. Yacoumidis Seconded by D. Panesar That the agenda be approved. Carried Moved by C. Harper Seconded by D. Panesar That the Minutes of the September 8, 2011 meeting of the <strong>Advisory</strong> <strong>Committee</strong> on Diversity be approved as amended. Carried. That the Agenda be approved as amended. 3.0 Correspondence 3.1) J. Morris advised that correspondence was received from Mayor Ryan advising that the City of Pickering had declared October 26 th , 2011 as “Diwali” 3.2) J. Morris advised that an invitation had been received to attend a focus group regarding the expansion of the Pickering Library. This will be held on October 27 th from 10:00 am to 12:00 pm. D. Panesar noted she would be able to attend from 10:00 am to 11:15 am. 5.0. New Business Jody Morris 5.1) NCORE Conference J. Morris provided an update on the NCORE Conference which is being held May 29 th – June 2, 2012. She noted the cost would average $3,500 per student and $3,700 per adult. Information on the conference was passed around. Discussion ensued on the validity of this particular conference as it may be more focused on academic and administrative procedures in the U.S. Page 2 CORP0228—2/02
The possibility of attending conferences and conventions locally was discussed and J. Yacoumidis noted he could provide J. Morris with information on upcoming conferences within the Province. J. Yacoumidis to action C. Harper noted there is also a conference taking place in Vancouver called “On Diversity”. The costs for this conference would be less as enrollment fees are lower and the length of time for the conference is shorter. K. Mark noted the importance of having professional learning available to <strong>Committee</strong> members through forums, conferences and conventions. It was suggested that the <strong>Committee</strong> seek funds in the budget to allow for these expenses to enable one member of the <strong>Committee</strong> to attend. He noted some forums taking place more locally which were free to attend; • People vs. Harper at Ryerson – October – 5 – 8 pm • University of Toronto – 252 Bloor Street forum – Aboriginal community – Center for Urban Studies – sometime in early November • Church of the Redeemer – 162 Bloor Street West – October 18 – panel discussion on Safe Streets and Communities Act, Bill C10 Moved by C. Reidt Seconded by C. Harper That Councillor Ashe be requested to seek funding in the amount of $4,000.00 for one member of the <strong>Advisory</strong> <strong>Committee</strong> on Diversity to attend conferences in the 2012 budget. J. Morris to action Carried 5.2) 2011 Annual Report and 2012 Workplan The 2011 annual report was discussed and the following comments were noted; Item B) – to be added under Student Contest & Diversity Forum; The Pickering <strong>Advisory</strong> <strong>Committee</strong> on Diversity, which has a history of promoting inclusive education through curriculum enhancement initiatives, Add an Item G – noting the next steps Discussion ensued with respect to identifying the members of Page 3 CORP0228—2/02
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