From JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca Tue Sep 2 20:02:49 2008 From: JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca (Jim Harding) Date: Tue, 02 Sep 2008 12:02:49 -0700 Subject: [BCMA MBEN] Re: [Bcma-l] CBC Debate on Federal Arts Cuts In-Reply-To: <4CE4816CADCE4635A7C63849F3864F2B@Laptop> References: <48B80A10.32685.F6F3AE4@JHarding.MuseumsAssn.bc.ca>, <4CE4816CADCE4635A7C63849F3864F2B@Laptop> Message-ID: <48BD2B69.26536.23796EFC@JHarding.MuseumsAssn.bc.ca>
Members can still access and the download the podcast from CBC.ca
from the "Q" program homepage at:
http://www.cbc.ca/podcasting/pastpodcasts.html?42#ref42

Scroll down to the "Friday, August 29, 2008" listing, titled:

*Kate Rogers Band Friday Live*PenguinDating.co.uk*Arts Funding Cuts Debate*

There were some very telling and frustrating comments, especially the initial segment with BC MP Jim Abbott (Kootenays) defending the federal cuts to Canadian Heritage. Worth the listen...

--Jim


 

> It's a pity that this isn't a four-party debate.
> The Green Party also has constructive input to offer.
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From JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca Wed Sep 10 19:39:19 2008 From: JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca (Jim Harding) Date: Wed, 10 Sep 2008 11:39:19 -0700 Subject: [BCMA MBEN] REMINDER: Caring for Archives Workshop in Kelowna Message-ID: <48C7B1E7.19102.4C96A739@JHarding.MuseumsAssn.bc.ca> =
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Greetings from the BC Museums Association!

UPDATE! A special request from the CCI instructors:
In order for CCI to send out workshop materials to registrants for advance= reading and preparation, the BCMA must supply a contact list of confirmed registrants by the end of today, September 10th.

PLEASE complete and fax your registration today to receive your workshop materials in advance:  FAX: 250-387-1251

Visit our website for the details and registration form for the Canadian Conservation Institute (CCI)'s  "Caring for Archives" workshop, offered under the BCMA's continuing Regional Workshop Series program, and hosted by the Okanagan Heritage Museum (formerly Kelowna Museum), on September 19-20, 2008 in Kelowna, BC:
http://www.museumsassn.bc.ca/content/home.asp  


Some spaces are still available on a "first come" basis. =
Limit of 20 participants.
Registration deadline is:  5:00PM, Wednesday, September 17, 2008
(Advance registration is required for CCI workshop materials).

This workshop sold-out in Terrace, BC in May 2007.

Instructors
Joe Iraci & Greg Hill, Canadian Conservation Institute, = Ottawa, ON.


WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:   
This workshop discusses the structure, composition, and format of vario= us types of archival media. Agents of deterioration are covered, as well as w= ays to promote longevity through selecting appropriate media, understanding both controllable and less controllable factors, and ensuring proper handl= ing and storage. Ways to minimize potential damage and information loss in an emergency or disaster are also included.


LEARNING OUTCOMES:   
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

 -  Identify & explain differences in structure, composit= ion & format of various archival media

 -  Identify agents of deterioration and understand the effec= ts

 -  Understand factors affecting longevity & choose media= for maximum life span

 -  Implement proper handling & storage procedures for va= rious media

 -  Recover media from emergency or disaster situations prope= rly


WORKSHOP UNITS:   
- Structure, Composition & Formats
- Deterioration
- Longevity
- Storage & Handling
- Disaster Recovery

How To Register:
1.        CALL the BCMA at: 250= -356-5700
2.        HAVE your BCMA Member GO= Card ready to claim the
           “M= ember Rate” discount.
---   OR  ---
3.        FAX your completed Regis= tration form to: 250-387-1251
---   OR  ---
4.        MAIL to:

           BC Museu= ms Assn.      
           “C= aring for Archives Workshop”
          #204, 26 Basti= on Square
          Victoria, B.C.=   V8W 1H9

Accommodation & Travel Assistance Bursaries:

Registrants should Google "Accommodations in Kelowna, BC" for a comprehensive listing of nearby hotels. (Because this workshop is still &q= uot;in season" a room block could not be reserved).


Current Institutional Members of the BCMA are also entitled to apply for a= $100.00 travel assistance bursary, to help their representatives to attend= and participate. Please contact the BCMA for details.


To host a BCMA Regional Workshop at YOUR member institution, please contact the BCMA: 250-356-5700.

-----------------------------------------------------

 
_______________________________
Jim Harding, ED
BC Museums Association
(250) 356-5694
 
From JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca Thu Sep 18 18:30:52 2008 From: JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca (Jim Harding) Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:30:52 -0700 Subject: [BCMA MBEN] (Fwd) FW: 2009 BC Tourism Industry Awards Message-ID: <48D22DDC.14622.758AC26F@JHarding.MuseumsAssn.bc.ca>

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Subject:                     FW: 2009 BC Tourism Industry Awards
Date sent:                  Wed, 17 Sep 2008 11:36:05 -0700
From:                         "Iredale, Jennifer TCA:EX" <Jennifer.Iredale@gov.bc.ca>

Hi Jim, Rick -  Could this information and the information on the COTA
conference be sent out to BCMA members through your various avenues?
Thanks
Jennifer

________________________________

From: Tourism British Columbia [mailto:info@tourismbc.com]
Sent: Tuesday, September 16, 2008 11:07 AM
To: Iredale, Jennifer TCA:EX
Subject: 2009 BC Tourism Industry Awards

[PLEASE copy-and-paste the following links into your internet browser to access information]

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_______________________________
Jim Harding, ED
BC Museums Association
(250) 356-5694
 
From JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca Thu Sep 18 18:40:57 2008 From: JHarding@MuseumsAssn.bc.ca (Jim Harding) Date: Thu, 18 Sep 2008 10:40:57 -0700 Subject: [BCMA MBEN] LAST CALL: Caring for Archives Workshop in Kelowna Message-ID: <48D23039.12550.7593FF1F@JHarding.MuseumsAssn.bc.ca> =
[Please forward to your own membership networks]


Greetings from the BC Museums Association!

This is your LAST CALL to register for the Canadian Conservation Institute= (CCI)'s  "Caring for Archives" workshop, offered und= er the BCMA's continuing Regional Workshop Series program, and hosted by the Okanagan Heritage Museum (formerly Kelowna Museum), on September 19-20, 2008 in Kelowna, BC.

Only a few spaces are still available on a "first come" basis. <= /span>
Limit of 20 participants.

Visit the BCMA website TODAY for details and registration form at:  <= /span>
http://www.museumsassn.bc.ca/content/home.asp

Registration deadline is:  5:00pm, Thursday, September 18, 2008.
(Advance registration is required for CCI workshop materials).

Please download, complete and FAX your registration form to BCMA
TODAY to: 250-387-1251.

Instructors
Joe Iraci & Greg Hill, Canadian Conservation Institute, = Ottawa, ON.


WORKSHOP DESCRIPTION:   
This workshop discusses the structure, composition, and format of vario= us types of archival media. Agents of deterioration are covered, as well as w= ays to promote longevity through selecting appropriate media, understanding both controllable and less controllable factors, and ensuring proper handl= ing and storage. Ways to minimize potential damage and information loss in an emergency or disaster are also included.


LEARNING OUTCOMES:   
Upon completion of this workshop, participants will be able to:

 -  Identify & explain differences in structure, composit= ion & format of various archival media

 -  Identify agents of deterioration and understand the effec= ts

 -  Understand factors affecting longevity & choose media= for maximum life span

 -  Implement proper handling & storage procedures for va= rious media

 -  Recover media from emergency or disaster situations prope= rly


WORKSHOP UNITS:   
- Structure, Composition & Formats
- Deterioration
- Longevity
- Storage & Handling
- Disaster Recovery

How To Register:
1.        CALL the BCMA at: 250= -356-5700
2.        HAVE your BCMA Member GO= Card ready to claim the
           “M= ember Rate” discount.
---   OR  ---
3.        FAX your completed Regis= tration form to: 250-387-1251
---   OR  ---
4.        MAIL to:

           BC Museu= ms Assn.      
           “C= aring for Archives Workshop”
          #204, 26 Basti= on Square
          Victoria, B.C.=   V8W 1H9

Accommodation & Travel Assistance Bursaries:

Registrants should Google "Accommodations in Kelowna, BC" for a comprehensive listing of nearby hotels. (Because this workshop is still &q= uot;in season" a room block could not be reserved).


Current Institutional Members of the BCMA are also entitled to apply for a= $100.00 travel assistance bursary, to help their representatives to attend= and participate. Please contact the BCMA for details.


To host a BCMA Regional Workshop at YOUR member institution, please contact the BCMA: 250-356-5700.

-----------------------------------------------------

 
_______________________________
Jim Harding, ED
BC Museums Association
(250) 356-5694
 
_______________________________________________
Bcma-l mailing list Bcma-l@museumsassn.bc.ca http://hp.bccna.bc.ca/mailman/listinfo/bcma-l
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