Submitted by Josephine Sheppard
The Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW) Cornwall and District’s annual general meeting (AGM) saw approximately 60 members, 2025 CFUW Scholarship recipients and guests gather for dinner to celebrate the achievements of the club over the past year. The evening’s highlights included guest speaker Sarah Good, City of Cornwall councillor, who shared some of the ups and downs of her own story emphasizing that her philosophy is to incorporate joy into all aspects of her daily life, with both her family and her surrounding community. She emphasized that community engagement is an essential role for everyone, and particularly for women.
The AGM marked the conclusion of a year long celebration of the club’s 70th anniversary. Jennifer Adams and Lois Scammel, co-chairs for the celebration, gave a final presentation featuring the milestones, contributions of the club to local charities, life-long learning and fellowship opportunities that members have enjoyed through the years. Other 70th anniversary events throughout the year included a Gala Luncheon in September, with guest speaker Senator Bernadette Clement; planting of a commemorative Accolade Elm tree in Lamoureux Park; monthly presentations on the history of CFUW Cornwall and District; and a special donation to Hospice Cornwall. Every year, CFUW Cornwall and District awards scholarships to several deserving high school graduates who plan to continue their education. Since its inception 70 years ago, the club has presented a total of $173,000. This year 14 scholarships of $1,000 each will be awarded to young women graduating from high schools in Stormont, Dundas and Glengarry.
Three club members were recognized for their long-term commitment to CFUW Cornwall and District. Sheila Casgrain was entered into the club’s Book of Honour for dedication and support of CFUW, especially her leadership of the Scholarship Committee and contributions to the Executive Committee. Carol Esdale and Lorraine Sharron were presented flowers and recognized for their dedicated leadership of the Communications and Membership Committee, respectively, and the important impact their involvement has had club success.
The new club executive consists of Heather Megill (President), Beth Grant (Past President), Sheila Casgrain (Scholarship Chair, Jennifer Adams (Advocacy Chair), Elaine Kennedy (Recording Secretary and Resolutions Chair), Josephine Sheppard (Programme Chair and Media Liaison), Valerie Johnson (Membership Chair), Jackie Fraser (Internal Communications Chair), Barbara Summers (Archivist), and Betty Eadie (Treasurer). The cutting of the Anniversary Cake by incoming President, Heather Megill and outgoing President, Beth Grant concluded 70th anniversary celebrations. To learn more about CFUW visit www.cfuwcornwall.com
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