November 2022 Newsletter

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October 2022 Newsletter

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June 2022 Newsletter

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May 2022 Newsletter

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April 12, 2022: John MacLaughlan Gray, Canadian Author, composer and performer. Topic: John will discuss his latest book, Vile Spirits, a thriller set in 1920s Vancouver

John MacLachlan Gray Author, Composer, Performer John MacLachlan Gray, OC, playwright, composer, writer, actor, pianist and broadcaster is a multi-talented artist across many media. As a playwright, composer and theatre director, he is best known for Billy Bishop Goes to War (1978), one of the most popular and successful works in the Canadian theatre canon, which he created … Read more

May 17, 2022 -10am – John Atkin Walking Tour “Shaughnessy Mansions and some of their Secrets”

This was the first Activity in the outdoors since last October without Covid restrictions. John Atkin Walking “Shaughnessy Mansions” Tour started as scheduled at 10am with 22 attendees under a welcoming sun. John, a well-known and extremely knowledgeable Vancouver historian, guided us in this old district, planned and laid out by the CPR in 1907. He … Read more

April 2022 Newsletter

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March 8, 2022 – Josef Penninger, Professor, Dept. of Medical Genetics UBC, Topic: A Universal Therapy for SARS-CoV2 Variants – ZOOM

Josef Penninger, MD Director, Life Sciences Institute, UBC Professor, Dept of Medical Genetics, UBC Canada 150 Research Chair in Functional Genetics Professor of Genetics, University of Vienna Honorary Professor, Chinese Academy of Medical Sciences and Qingdao University Guest Professor, Medical University of Vienna Adjunct Professor, Dept of Immunology, University of Toronto Josef Martin Penninger, born … Read more

March 2022 Newsletter

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February 2022 Newsletter

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February 8, 2022: Prof. Jason Ellis, Associate Professor, Faculty of Education, UBC – Topic: Post Pandemic Education – Zoom

Dr. Jason-Ellis Dr Ellis is an associate professor in the Department of Educational Studies (EDST) and a historian of education. His PhD is from the Department of History at York University, where he studied under Dr. Paul Axelrod (then dean of education, cross-appointed to history). He also has MA and BAH degrees in History, and … Read more

January 22 Newsletter

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January 11, 2022: Geoff Mynett, Lawyer and author. Topic: Geoff’s new books: Murders on the Skeena and Pinkerton’s Hunt for Simon Gunanoot

Geoff-Mynett After his captivating presentation on the talented Horace Wrinch last January, author and fellow Probus Club member, Geoff Mynett, joined us once again, this time to share some stories from his new books, Murders on the Skeena: True Crime in the Old Canadian West 1884-1914 and Pinkertons Hunt for Simon Gunanoot. In particular, Geoff … Read more

December 21 Newsletter

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November 16, 2021- 10am –DALE SHERMAN about the silent thief, OSTEOPOROSIS – ZOOM

Dale Sherman is a long time North Vancouver resident, and as a CPA spent many years working in the commercial real estate industry in asset  management, responsible for a portfolio of shopping centres across Western Canada. She was diagnosed with osteoporosis in 2012, and continues to enjoy  gardening, hiking local trails, and exploring many parts … Read more

December 14, 2021: Dr. Jeejeebhoy, Emeritus Professor of Medicine, Nutritional Sciences at the U of T. Topic: Diet-Exercise in Preventive Medicine: Evidence-based – ZOOM

Following in his grandfather’s footsteps, Dr. Jeejeebhoy received his medical degree in 1959 from Christian Medical College Hospital in Vellore, India. Dr. Jeejeebhoy is currently an Emeritus Professor of Medicine cross-appointed with the Department of Nutritional Sciences at the University of Toronto. He was previously the past Division Director of Gastroenterology at the University of … Read more

November 2021 Newsletter

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November 9, 2021 – 9:30am Susan Yurkovich, CEO, Council of Forest Industries, Topic: BC’s Forest Industry: Our foundation and our future – ZOOM

Susan Yurkovich is President and CEO of the BC Council of Forest Industries (COFI) where she advances the strategic interests of the BC forest industry, Canada’s largest lumber producing region. She also serves as President of the BC Lumber Trade Council representing the interests of the BC forest industry on trade matters, including the Canada/U.S. … Read more

October 25, 2021 – 10am YOU CAN RUN BUT YOU CAN’T HIDE – Mark’s Zoom workshop

Mark White, Probus member   Following the success of Mark White’s Computer Workshop in July, another one took place held on October 25 at 10am. Mark became interested in computers, thirty years ago, when he built his first computer. Today, he did share his knowledge with 17 members on a variety of topics covering Windows based and … Read more

October 19, 2021 – 10am Loop Energy eFlowTM Technology Visit Facilities

On Tuesday, October 19, thirteen PROBUS members met at the Burnaby Headquarters of Loop Energy Inc. This was the first in person-visit since the beginning of the COVID 19 restrictions. This visit was made possible thanks to Peter Jefferson, PROBUS member and Loop Energy investor, who introduced PROBUS to the Loop Energy management The PROBUS … Read more

October 2021 Newsletter

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September 2021 Newsletter

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August 23, 2021 – 10:00am Second Probus Bicycle Ride

On August 23, at 10am, the riders met at the Aberdeen Transit station in Richmond, then rode on the nearby dyke along the Fraser River heading south. Great views of the river and airport along here.  We then connected with the paved, treed, rail corridor to Steveston. The weather was perfect and the ocean breezes … Read more

October 12, 2021 – 9:30am Alan Mallory, Speaker, Author and Performance Coach, Topic: The Family That Conquered Everest – ZOOM

Alan Mallory, International Speaker. Alan is an international speaker, author and performance coach who is passionate about leadership and reaching new heights in all that we do! His unique philosophy of life revolves around empowering people and embracing an agile mentality focused on goals and results. By understanding what drives and motivates us, we are … Read more

August 10, 2021 – 9:30am Luke Lewandowski, Professional Speaker, Topic: Protection of your Personal privacy – ZOOM

Luke      Lewandovski Professional   Speaker Luke Lewandowski has been working in the IT sector since 1965. He keeps himself informed and relevant as the IT industry is constantly evolving. Since his retirement, he creates and manages websites for charities, not-for-profits, small businesses, clubs, organizations, and friends. He is currently managing 15 websites. He provides … Read more

July 13, 2021 – 9:30am Dave Doroghy, Sponsorship Sales Executive, Topic, “111 Place in Vancouver You Must See” – ZOOM

Dave Doroghy Sponsorship Sales Executive With pen in hand and camera strapped around his neck, Dave Doroghy has visited over 50 different countries. Unlike most of the city’s inhabitants, he was actually born in Vancouver and spent most of his life living and working downtown. Dave Doroghy is an International Sports Marketing Executive who has … Read more

August 9, 2021 – 9:30am First Probus Bicycle Ride

On August 9, under the leadership of Bob Nash, a group of 5 eager Probus members met at Science World for a 25 km ride to circumnavigate Stanley Park on the seawall. Some had not ridden for a few years. The weather was perfect, not too hot, and the fresh ocean air was invigorating. After … Read more

August 2021 Newsletter

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July 2021 Newsletter

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June 2021 Newsletter

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May 2021 Newsletter

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June 8, 2021 – 9:30am Associate Professor Gerard Bayer, Topic: The Next Federal Election – When can we expect it? ZOOM

  Gerard Bayer Associate Professor UBC Political Science Dept Associate Professor Gerald Baier (Ph.D, Dalhousie) joined the UBC Political Science department in 2003. He is Faculty Associate with the School of Public Policy and Global Affairs and Acting Director of the Centre for the Study of Democratic Institutions (CSDI).>His teaching and research interests are in Canadian … Read more

April 27, 2021 – 10am “The Art of Observation in Photography” ZOOM

 “THE ART OF OBSERVATION IN PHOTOGRAPHY” BY DOUG WILLIAMS IN CONVERSATION WITH HUGH CHAUN (Moderator) AND KEN LEE was our first “Activities” event as a Zoom session, hosted by Richard Earthy.  DOUG WILLIAMS has been a commercial and fine art photographer in Vancouver,BC, Canada since the early ’80s. He’s photographed many different subjects from sow’s … Read more

May 11, 2021 – 9:30am Professor Paul Evans, Topic: Canada/China relations – ZOOM

 Professor Paul Evans UBC HSBC Chair in Asian Research Paul Evans (PhD with distinction Dalhousie University 1982) has been a Professor at the University of British Columbia since 1999, teaching Asian and trans-Pacific international relations. His work was based at the Institute of Asian Research and the Liu Institute for Global Issues which are both … Read more

April 2021 Newsletter

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April 13, 2021 – 9:30am Professor James Brander, Topic: Post-Pandemic Economic Recovery ZOOM

 Professor James Brander Asia Pacific Professor of International Business at UBC’s Sauder School of Business James Brander is the Asia Pacific Professor of International Business in the Strategy and Business Economics Division of the Sauder School of Business at the University of British Columbia (UBC). Professor Brander received a B.A. in Economics from UBC in … Read more

March 2021 Newsletter

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March 09, 2021- 9:30am Danny Catt, Naturalist, Photographer, Ecologist and World Traveller – ZOOM

Danny Cat Fish, Wildlife, and Recreation Program Head  at  BCIT Danny has led Adventure Canada natural history and photography programs for over twenty-five years. Danny studied wildlife ecology on Canada’s west coast and did postgraduate studies in east Africa. Danny worked for many years as a Park Naturalist and planner in Kootenay National Park in … Read more

February 2021 Newsletter

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February 09, 2021- 930am Douglas White, B.A., J.D., First Nations Lawyer -Topic “Indigenous Law” – ZOOM

Douglas S. White, B.A., J.D. Coast Salish name: Kwulasultun Nuu-chah-nulth name: Tliishin Métis name: L’om fore de shenn (Michif) / Mistikominâhtik napîw (Plains Cree) Doug is a practising lawyer (called to the Bar of British Columbia in January, 2008) and negotiator for First Nations across the country. He is also: the Chair of the BC … Read more

January 2021 Newsletter

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January 12, 2021 – 9:30am Geoff Mynett “The Story of Pioneer BC Doctor Horace Wrinch, the author’s grandfather-in-law”- ZOOM

Geoff Mynett, a member of our club and author GEOFF MYNETT, member of our club since 2003,  grew up in Shrewsbury, England. He qualified in London as a barrister, later requalifying as a barrister and solicitor in British Columbia. After a career in law in Vancouver, he is now retired and pursuing a life-long interest … Read more

December 2020 Newsletter

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December 8, 2020 – 9:30 am Prof. Bee Wee, “Palliative and end of life care: how can the challenge be met?”- ZOOM

Professor Bee Wee, CBE Professor Bee Wee is National Clinical Director for End of Life Care at NHS England and NHS Improvement. In this role, she provides strategic leadership for improving palliative and end of life care across England. In 2015, she co-led the development of the Ambitions for Palliative and End of Life Care: … Read more

November 2020 Newsletter

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October 2020 Newsletter

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September 2020 Newsletter

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November 10, 2020 – 9:30 am – Prof. Max Cameron, “Pandemics and Populism”- ZOOM

Prof. Max Cameron,     Professor of Political Science, UBC Maxwell A. Cameron (Ph.D., California, Berkeley, 1989) specializes in comparative politics (Latin America), constitutionalism, democracy, and political economy. He is the author or editor of a dozen academic books as well as over fifty peer-reviewed articles and book chapters. His books include: Democracy and Authoritarianism in … Read more

October 13, 2020 – 10am – Dr. Julio Montaner, “Towards the end of HIV/AIDS: Fact or Fiction”- ZOOM

Dr. Julio Montaner, Prof. UBC Director BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS Dr. Julio Montaner is a founding Co-Director of the Canadian HIV Trials Network.  He is the Executive Director and Physician-in-Chief of the BC Centre for Excellence in HIV/AIDS, Professor of Medicine and Chair in AIDS Research at UBC, and Past-President of the International … Read more

September 8, 2020 – 10am – Alan Franey, “History of the Vancouver International Film Festival”- ZOOM

Alan Freney, Director of International Programming, VIFF Alan Franey is now Director of International Programming for the Vancouver International Film Festival (VIFF), a position he happily assumed in 2014 after having been VIFF’s Festival Director for 26 consecutive festivals from 1988 – 2013. Under Mr. Franey’s direction VIFF became one of the top film festivals … Read more

August 2020 Newsletter

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July 2020 Newsletter

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June 2020 Newsletter

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May 2020 Newsletter

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March 2020 Newsletter

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February 2020 Newsletter

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January 2020 Newsletter

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December 2019 Newsletter

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November 2019 Newsletter

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September 2019 Newsletter

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September 24, 2019 – YVR 2-Hour Walking Tour

Click here to read the flyer on an iPad or SmartPhone. When you’re finished with the flyer, click on the “Go back” arrow in the top left corner of your screen to return to the website. YVR GENERAL EXPLORER – YOUR DIRECTIONS If coming by Canada Line get off at the Airport station. Turn Right … Read more

October 8, 2019 – David Petrina, “Timber Frame Construction”

David Petrina Timber Frame Construction David got hooked on timber framing after building a timber frame cabin for his family near Manning Park in 1998. Shortly after, he quit his engineering job at a high technology company and started Kettle River Timber frame construction uses timber studs and rails, together with a structural sheathing board, … Read more

July 2019 Newsletter

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June 2019 Newsletter

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May 2019 Newsletter

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April 2019 Newsletter

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May 14, 2019 – Mark Dwor, “Bitcoin, Blockchain and Smart Contracts”

Mark Dwor Retired Lawyer Independent Scholar Community Leader Mr. Dwor is a retired member of the Law Society of British Columbia. He is a member and leader of many professional, arts, and other community organizations, with a strong emphasis on charity and not-for-profit governance. The co-founder and chairman of the Canadian Academy of Independent Scholars, … Read more