Minutes of SSAGC EXECUTIVE MTG.

Date/Time: June 19, 2025, 4:00 PM, ET
Format: virtual with Zoom
Present:
Bruce Young, Chairman

Pam Spence, Director at Large
John Richmond, Director at Large

Linda Kirwin, Director of Marketing

Jim McEwen, Director of Communications

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Proceedings:

1.  Bruce read the Land Acknowledgement!

2. Approval of SSAGC EXEC. Minutes from May 22, 2025: Moved by Jim and seconded by Pam. Minutes approved and Bruce to distribute. Action by Bruce.

3. John has issued his resignation as a Director of SSAGC due to other commitments. John has agreed to prepare our draft By-laws. John will remain a member of SSAGC Action by John.

4. Jim suggested that Ron be a signee on our corporate bank account. Bruce to confirm with Ron. Action by Bruce.

5. Pam and Jim reported on their recent meeting with Peter Curtis of the Pathway Group to help us with improving communications with government. Peter will arrange a meeting in July or August with his suggestions and plan for us. Peter and the Pathway Group are working for us on a pro-bono basis.

6. Fundraising: Linda is waiting for banking information from Mike. Action by Mike.

7. A list of upcoming days of recognition is needed, such as National Stroke Day, etc. Linda to prepare. Action by Linda.

8. A list of medical professionals willing to help us is needed. Pam to prepare. Action by Pam.

9. Jim suggested that in all external emails we include a link to our website. Action by All.

10. Pam to approach the SHIN Cardiac Council to secure speakers. Action by Pam.

11. Bruce is providing input to the B.C. budget. Action by Bruce.

12. B.C. After Stroke is in discussions with us. Bruce to follow up. Action by Bruce.

13. Next Board meeting is July 31, 2025, 4:00 PM, ET.

14. Meeting adjourned at 4:50 PM, ET.
     

Minutes prepared by Jim McEwen, Director of Communications, SSAGC

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