Author Archives: Trish
Hiking 2017
Who’s up for an occasional early-day hike? Last year, a few of us found short, not-too-strenuous hikes in the region, and got together before the heat of the day. We hiked, we talked, we hiked some more. And survey says … Continue reading
Mystery Bus Tour – June 10 – back again for a day of intrigue! ** SOLD OUT! **
Last year’s outing was such a great success that we’re doing it again! So, if you’re looking for a mid-summer adventure, book now! Where will we go? What will we do? The only thing we will tell you is that … Continue reading
Music lovers take note – new quiz for Make a Wish Foundation – April 20
A year ago, By-Town’s Tim McGurrin hosted a marathon, sold out music quiz in the Byward Market, raising over $3,000 for the NAJDA Syrian Refugee Sponsorship Group, which was By-Town Chapter’s 2016 Cause of Choice. This year’s mega music quiz … Continue reading
2017 Annual General Meeting – April 6
Chapter update and elections will be held at our Annual General Meeting on April 6 at 11:30. Elections will be held first, followed by chapter business, and then lunch at KS on the Keys.
Community Foundation – Canada Post looking for volunteers to review grant applications
Calling all community-minded postal employees and retirees: Grant applications for funding from the Canada Post Community Foundation are coming in fast and furious. Applications from charities, school programs and community organizations for funding of projects providing support for initiatives that … Continue reading
April Lunch Break and 2017 Annual General Meeting – April 6
Join us for our April Lunch Break and 2017 Annual General Meeting at KS on the Keys Restaurant, 1029 Daze Street in South Keys (Directions on Google maps) on April 6. Please take the time to join us at 11:30 … Continue reading
Next lunch break – April 6
Please note that there will be NO lunch break in March. The next one will be our Annual General Meeting in April. More details to follow soon.
Discount tickets for Sens game on February 11, 1 p.m.
Sens v. New York Islanders tickets available for Saturday, February 11th, at 1 p.m. at Canadian Tire Centre , Sections 310 and 311. Tickets are $45 each ($10 below face value). This fundraiser is for Najda Refugee Sponsors. Fantastic time for families to attend! Deadline … Continue reading
2017 Annual Membership Dues
**DUES** **DUES ** **DUES** Please help support your chapter so that we may continue to offer you opportunities to enjoy fun events and reconnect with long-time friends and former colleagues. Active members (i.e. current year’s dues are paid) will receive … Continue reading
February Lunch Break – Bella Vista Restaurant, February 2
Join us on February 2, 11:30, at Bella Vista Restaurant for lunch (location on Google Maps). Please register if you plan to attend so that we can confirm expected numbers to the establishment. Contact Trish Edwards at secretary@bytownchapter.com.
Telus offer to Canada Post extended to Heritage Club members
Telus offer to Canada Post employees on phones, plans, features, accessories and Apple Care is extended to Heritage Club members. Check out details in attached flyer. CANADA POST Employee Plan Form
HO HO HO! It’s that time of the year again. Calling all postal elves…
In this age of tweets and texts, there is a place for pens and pencils (and crayons and stickers!) – just ask Santa! We’re gearing up, once again, to help Santa with the 1.5 million letters he receives from children … Continue reading
December Lunch Break – Big Rig (east location) – December 1
Join us on December 1, 11:30, at Big Rig (east location) for lunch at 1980 Ogilvie Road, Gloucester (across from Silver City Theatres). Please register as soon if you plan to attend so that we can confirm expected numbers to the establishment. Contact Claude Bruneau at president@bytownchapter.com.
2017 Cause of Choice
Before you know it, the New Year will be upon us, and it will be time to choose a charitable focus for 2017. While we will continue to support the Canada Post Community Foundation, a second charity will also be … Continue reading
Najda – looking for volunteer to help find affordable apartment
Earlier this year, many of us expressed excitement at our partnership with Najda Refugee Sponsors – By-Town’s 2016 Cause of Choice. Najda is now poised to be assigned a Syrian family. To be ready, Najda is looking for someone with perhaps real estate experience … Continue reading