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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link="#0563C1" vlink="#954F72"><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Hi everyone,<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Here’s the latest on what’s happening at the BC Museums Association!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>TODAY</b> is the deadline for including your <b>Scottish-related exhibitions, heritage properties and collections</b> in a report that is going to the Scottish government about Scottish culture in BC. If you’d like to be included in the report, please contact <a href="mailto:tmackay@museumsassn.bc.ca">tmackay@museumsassn.bc.ca</a> for further info.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>WEDNESDAY</b> is the deadline for expressions of interest from BC-based academic institutions who are interested in partnering with us on the development of a new <b>digital museum studies program</b>. For more information, click <a href="http://museumsassn.bc.ca/archives/2389/bc-based-academic-partner-wanted-digital-museum-studies/">here</a>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>The <b>Winter issue of Roundup</b> is done and looks fantastic! If you are a member, next week you will be receiving an email with a download code to receive a copy. Our thanks goes to <b>Lisa Codd </b>from the Burnaby Village Museum and <b>Nelson Agustin</b> for this, their final issue with us. We will miss their involvement and thank them for all of the amazing work they’ve done over the years!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>Upcoming RFP:</b> With Lisa and Nelson leaving (sniff…) watch Listserv for an RFP for <b>Editor and/or designer of Roundup</b>. In the meantime, Roundup is being refreshed and redesigned to bring it in line with our brand. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>A new logo is on its way! </b>Over the past year we have defined our brand and recently we had a new logo developed that better represents who we are today. Stay tuned for the big reveal!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>We’re cleaning data! Doesn’t sound like loads of fun but once we’ve cleaned house we’ll be able to launch our <b>new member enewsletter</b>. Watch your In Boxes for the first issue coming soon!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>We are currently developing our schedule of <b><a href="http://museumsassn.bc.ca/professional-development/museum-standards-and-best-practices/">professional development opportunities</a></b> for the year, including workshops, master classes, our AGM reception in September and, of course, our <b><a href="http://museumsassn.bc.ca/conferences/current-conference/">conference</a> in New Westminster from Oct 25-27</b>. <b><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Speaking of the conference, a <b>call for proposals</b> is about to launch. We are looking for speakers to do plenaries, experts to participate in our Ask the Expert session, and instructors to run how-to’s and 101s. Keep your eyes on this Listserv for the call. Thanks to <b>Catherine Ouellet-Martin</b> of the Fraser River Discovery Centre and <b>Rob McCullough</b> of the New Westminster Museum & Archives for co-chairing the conference this year!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>We are always looking for new workshop locations. <b>Would you like to host a workshop in your community? </b><a href="http://museumsassn.bc.ca/about-us/contact-us/">Let us know</a>!<b><o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>Welcome three new volunteers to the office!</b> <b>Sabina Guildford</b>, <b>Christina Elkiw</b> and <b>Kristy Fallon</b> have all joined us to work on special projects. Sabina is writing the history of the BCMA in preparation for our 60<sup>th</sup> anniversary year in 2017. Christina is assisting with organizing our archives and providing some much-needed support in membership processing! Kristy is assisting on a number of marketing projects including the new enewsletter. Thank you to all of you for giving back to your community!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>We have begun work as advisors on a project connected to the <b>Chinese Historical Wrongs</b> report that was produced by the Provincial Government. Thank you goes to the <b>University of Victoria</b> for requesting our involvement in their project.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>Also coming up is a call for nominations for this year’s <b>BCMA Awards for Outstanding Achievement</b>. Start thinking of who you would like to nominate! This year all nominations will be done online.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>We recently met in Vancouver with the <b>Honorable</b> <b>Dr. Hedy Fry P.C., M.P. </b>and<b> the Honorable Stephane Dion P.C., M.P.</b>, Liberal Party of Canada’s Heritage Critic, at an arts and culture roundtable to discuss current issues in culture. As well, we met alongside other cultural leaders based in Victoria with <b>Andrew Campbell, Senior Executive Director of the Canada 150<sup>th</sup> Federal Secretariat</b> to discuss federal plans for Canada’s 150<sup>th</sup>. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>Council</b> recently met in New Westminster for a full day of strategic planning. Check out the photos on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/BCMuseumsAssn">Facebook</a> to get a feel for the day! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>Thank you to the BC Arts Council</b> for recent notification of our funding for 2015/16! Your support is critical and very much appreciated.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>We hold a spot on the <b>University of Victoria’s <a href="http://www.uvcs.uvic.ca/cultural/">Cultural Resource Management Program</a> Advisory Council</b> and this week had the pleasure of attending a meeting to hear all about their upcoming courses. Exciting!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]>We have entered into a partnership with Craigdarroch Castle and Heritage BC to fund a student research project at Royal Roads University that will review and assess existing plans, strategies and web resources of the <b><a href="http://timetravelbc.com/">Heritage Tourism Alliance</a></b> with an aim to providing recommendations and next steps for the future. Findings will be shared at the BCMA Conference with a final report delivered at the end of this year.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoListParagraph style='text-indent:-.25in;mso-list:l0 level1 lfo1'><![if !supportLists]><span style='font-family:Symbol'><span style='mso-list:Ignore'>·<span style='font:7.0pt "Times New Roman"'> </span></span></span><![endif]><b>Membership benefits and pricing</b> are currently under review with Council. If you have ever wanted to <a href="http://museumsassn.bc.ca/members/become-a-member/">become a member</a>, now is the time! <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thank you to everyone, especially our members, for their continued support of the BC Museums Association.\<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Enjoy your weekend!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Theresa<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'><img border=0 width=432 height=107 id="Picture_x0020_1" src="cid:image001.png@01D04CF8.6D540E50" alt="cid:image001.png@01CF0D18.FA9FDA30"><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:1.0pt;margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:1.0pt;margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:1.0pt;margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'>Theresa Mackay<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:1.0pt;margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'>Executive Director, BC Museums Association<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:1.0pt;margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'>675 Belleville Street, Victoria, BC, V8W 9W2</span><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='mso-margin-top-alt:0in;margin-right:0in;margin-bottom:1.0pt;margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'>Direct: 250-356-5694 Main: 250-356-5700 <o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'><a href="http://www.museumsassn.bc.ca/"><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif;color:blue'>www.museumsassn.bc.ca</span></a> </span><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'>Also find us on Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn and YouTube!<o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:1.0in'><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal style='margin-left:1.0in'><b><span style='font-size:7.0pt;font-family:"Verdana",sans-serif'>Join us for Conference 2015 in New Westminster from Oct 25 – 27!</span></b><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'><o:p></o:p></span></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Tahoma",sans-serif'><o:p> </o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p></div></body></html>