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Issue 19 Osteoporosis Canada, Manitoba Chapter April 2017
“the only way to keep your
health is to eat what you don’t
want, drink what you don’t
like, and do what you’d rather
not” - Mark Twain
A Purple Tie Affair... Save the Date...
Awards.. Spring Public Forum...
A Purple Tie Affair (Cont’d)… Volunteers
Mature Women’s Center Osteoporosis Clinic
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In this issue:
About Osteoporosis
14% of persons with a
wrist fracture
suffered a repeat
fracture within 3
years
Osteoporosis Canada celebrates
35th Anniversary
Save the date for our Spring Public Forum “Give Your Bones a Workout” Location: Henderson Highway Legion Branch No. 215 3600 DeVries Ave, East St. Paul, Manitoba
Date: Tuesday April 25, 2017 Time: 7:00-9:00 pm See page 2. for more information.
The Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada
wishes you and your loved ones a Happy Easter and
Passover
A Purple Tie Affair: Our 12th Annual Cheese and Wine Evening
The Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada hosted its 12th Annual Cheese and Wine Evening on Thursday, March 16th 2017 at the Caboto Centre. This elegant evening brought guests (many wearing their favourite purple attire), sponsors, and supporters together with the Chapter staff and volunteers for a “Night of Discovery”. Attendees enjoyed fine organic wines, sumptuous Bothwell Cheeses, delicious local foods as well as live music presented by Leo Gosselin playing the Chapman Grand Stick. CTV’s Colleen Bready emceed the event while Ben McPhee-Sigurdson, weekly wine columnist for the Winnipeg Free Press, presented the cheese and wine parings for the evening. As part of this gala, attendees had the opportunity to participate in bidding at a silent auction and taking part in a live auction for great items generously donated by a number of local businesses. A rainbow auction, draw prizes and door prizes were also a part of this wonderful night to remember. Closing off the evening attendees were invited to enjoy some amazing desserts accompanied by Cornelia Bean tea and coffee.
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Hilda Tottle Memorial Education Award
Community Partner Award
This award recognizes those special local corporations or organizations which have fostered and promoted the work of Osteoporosis Canada through one of its Chapters or the National Office.
The recipient of the Community Partner Award was Cornelia Bean Ltd., a supplier of fine teas and coffee located at 417 Academy Road. Bob has been actively supporting the Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada for over 11 years. Cheryl Baldwin, chair of the Manitoba Chapter presented the award to Bob Krul, co - owner of Cornelia Bean.
The Kruls have provided tea and coffee for the Manitoba Chapter’s Annual Cheese and Wine event, gift baskets for the silent auction and gift bags of specialty blended teas for event attendees. For our “Tea With a Twist” fundraising event, Bob selected the wide variety of teas and unique cocktail mixes and worked alongside celebrity bartenders to blend and serve the “tea tinis” to our guests.
He said he has noticed that more men are attending the Chapter’s events and is pleased to see osteoporosis awareness increasing among men.
Spring Public Forum: “Give Your Bones a Workout”
Physiotherapist Emily Hunter will help guests at the Manitoba Chapter’s Spring Forum learn how exercise keeps their bones strong and healthy. The forum’s title, Give Your Bones a Workout, indicates the type of information that will be shared on Tues., April 25 at the Henderson Highway Legion Branch No. 215, 3600 De Vries Ave., East St. Paul. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. and the presentation starts at 7 p.m.
Emily will be presenting with fellow physiotherapists Lori De Pauw and Rebecca Atkinson. The evening will begin with an overview of what osteoporosis is and the important role that exercise plays in managing bone health and preventing fractures.
The case histories of three people will be presented: one in the early stages of osteoporosis; another who is at a moderate risk, and a third person experiencing more severe effects of osteoporosis. Guests will circulate between three stations at which they will have their height measured, and try various balance and posture exercises. While the link between exercise and bone health isn’t a new discovery, Emily, who owns Hunter Physiotherapy, said the type of recommended exercise has changed. Admission to the forum is free, but people are asked to register in advance by calling 204-772-3498 or email to [email protected].
This year’s deserving recipient of the prestigious Hilda Tottle Memorial Award was Donna Cronmiller. Donna was recognized for her many years of volunteer service with the Manitoba Chapter of Osteoporosis Canada. She joined the volunteer team in 2009 and has served in a variety of roles over the years. Donna was one of the founding members of “Osteo Connections”, a support group for those living with osteoporosis. She serves as a facilitator for the group’s monthly meetings. As well as providing information on how to live well with osteoporosis, Donna willingly shares her personal journey of living with this disease. Donna also facilitates the Newly Diagnosed group that meets monthly at the Chapter office. In addition, Donna is always ready to help out at displays, public forums and whenever an extra pair of hands is needed at the office. Her volunteer work with the Chapter included helping to plan the 2011 Osteoporosis Canada’s Annual General Meeting which was held in Winnipeg. She was also a member of the Tea with a Twist Committee from Sept 2008 until fall 2012.
Recognitions and Awards
Donna Cronmiller (on the right) was presented with the 2016 Hilda Tottle Memorial Education Award at this year’s Cheese and Wine Event by Hilda’s grand-daughter Cindra LeClerc.
Cornelia Bean’s co-owner Bob Krul was given the Community Partner Award at Cheese and Wine event
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Flora & Farmer Jams Godiva Chocolatier Hoffmann’s Fine Foods Jams by Julie Les Filles Cuisine M&M Meat Shops Miller’s Super Value Meats Morden’s of Winnipeg Naleway Caterers Ltd.
This would not be possible without the support of our sponsors. Their continuous financial support made the 12th Annual Cheese and Wine event a big success. We extend sincere thank you to our corporate sponsors and donors.
Event Sponsors: Dairy Farmers of Manitoba Bothwell Cheese Winnipeg Free Press Thewinehouse Table Sponsors: Terracon Development Ltd. Authentic Carpentry & Renovations, C3 Design Interiors, & Moda Woodworks
Thank You
Tastes of the Evening From: Bee Maid Honey Bernard Callebaut Chocolates Bothwell Cheese Cake - Ology Clay Oven Cocoabeans Bakeshop Costco Dakota Family Foods De Luca’s Specialty Food Store
With this tremendous support we raised $ 20,000. Proceeds from The Purple Tie Affair will help us
continue to provide a community of support for those affected by this disease. Last year, Manitoba
Chapter held 150 educational activities to raise awareness about osteoporosis. Big thank you to our
volunteers for helping us plan, organize and execute the tasks for this fantastic fundraiser.
Testimonials
We are happy to be sponsoring the Osteoporosis Canada, The Purple Tie Affair event tonight!
Thanks for having us! Enjoy the cheese and wine parings tonight. “Bothwell Cheese”
Red River Co-op Foods St.Vital
Shawarma Khan Sobeys - Taylor Avenue Smak Dab The Almond Tree Upper Crust Bakery
Special Thank You: Cornelia Bean Digital Magic Photography Leo Gosselin - Grand Stick Soloist Event Planning Committee Wine Patrons: Bayview Financial Group Doreen
Sigurdson Rob - Lyn Financial Greg Schmidt
“A Purple Tie Affair”
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Osteoporosis Canada
MANITOBA CHAPTER
123 St. Anne’s Road Winnipeg, Manitoba R2M 2Z1 Phone: 204.772.3498 Fax: 204.772.4200 Email: [email protected]
BRANDON BRANCH Email: [email protected]
www.osteoporosis.ca
NATIONAL OFFICE Osteoporosis Canada 1200 Eglinton Ave East, Suite 500 Toronto, Ontario M3C 1H9 Phone: 416.696.2663 Toll-free (in Canada only) (English): 1.800.463.6842 (French): 1.800.977.1778 Donations are greatly appreciated and are fully tax-deductible
Charitable Registration Number: 89551 0931 RR 0001
Volunteers Are Backbone of Manitoba Chapter
Osteoporosis Canada, Manitoba Chapter receives outstanding support from its volunteers. They continually empower, educate and support Canadians affected by osteoporosis through various education events, public forums, health fairs and other roles that support the organization. As part of the ongoing effort to keep Manitobans informed about the latest development in osteoporosis, the Chapter’s Volunteer Development Committee chair Vivienne Nickerson indicates three ways how volunteers can contribute in this process: participating in committee activities to educate Manitobans how to manage osteoporosis, share personal stories about the importance of building and maintaining healthy bones and serving your community so others can emulate. Recent retirees may have more spare time during the day. They may be interested in assisting in a service delivery role in which they work directly with people diagnosed with osteoporosis. “Volunteering is a three-way win,” Vivienne said. It allows the organization to enlarge its capacity, achieve its mission, and help make a meaningful contribution. “Volunteers use their skills, and can also develop new skills,” she said, adding that the Volunteer Committee will work to match volunteers with jobs that will bring them personal satisfaction and encourage a sense of belonging. For more information on volunteer opportunities with the Chapter, email [email protected]
Manitoba Chapter volunteers during the Pancake Breakfast at Pembina Applebee’s
Osteoporosis Clinic Closed at Mature Women’s Centre
Are you feeling left out in the cold now that the Mature Women’s Centre has closed the Osteoporosis Clinic. Where will you go to get information? We can help!
At the Manitoba Chapter we have all the latest information about osteoporosis, nutrition recommendations, safe exercises, information on medications and much more. Besides providing current information we have two support groups. The first is a two hour session for those newly diagnosed to help you get started on your way to coping. The second is a seven week series of two hours sessions to give you a greater depth of knowledge on osteoporosis and how to cope with the challenges it presents.
Contact us at 204 - 772 - 3498 or email [email protected] and we will be glad to answer your questions. Or you can drop by the office at 123 St. Anne’s Road. We look forward to helping you live well with osteoporosis.
“Advice is what we ask for when we already know the answer but wish we didn’t.” Erica Jong
