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«Four "Models" proposed 'by the commission were out- lined in a brief by lst Vice- President Margaret Collett. and Vice-President Lee Rim- on, Recording Secretary Edith Burnfield and Treasu- rer Gayle ‘Brillinger. 'l‘he Y's Executive Director Do- reen Wright then invited questions from the audience. DISENGAGEMENT Mrs. Rimon led off with the first model. termed "Di- sengagement" which suggests that the relationship between the national YWCA and YMCA should be nothing more than the relationship each already maintains with other social agencies â€" that there should be some co- operation in areas identified as common concerns, but not otherwise. In contrast the YMCA vo- lunteers. especialy on the national level. are business- men who follow a more management-oriented style, leaving much more of the planning to the staff. This model, said Mrs. Rimon, '\\“O\11d involve "un- winding" because there are already 28 YM-YWCAS in Canada. This could mean that the national YWCA would disassociate itself from the YM-YWCAS. or lthe Both organizations 'have ra- ther diffuse objectives and carry on many activities di- rected to a wide range of people â€" men and women, children, middle aged, leder- 1y. privileged and under- privileged, Christians and non-Christians. Volunteer boards and vo- lunteer workers come from all walks of life and as such vary considerably. not only in their ideas about the asso- ciations but about social is- sues as well. Both, like many voluntary associations, are facing two major practical problems â€" the growing [presence of go- vernment in services trad-i- tlonally providtd by the as- sociations and the increasing costs with relatively decreas- lng revenues. STATUS OF WOMEN There are significant dif- ferences in the staff-volun- teer partnership in the two organizations. The volunteers of the YWCA. many of @hem housewives, iplay major roles in the day-toâ€"day planning and decisionmaking of the organization, In addition to the obvious difference bet-ween t'he two organizations â€"- that the YMCA is essentially a men's and the YWCA a women's organization led by women, it also is very much concem- ed with the place of women in Canadian society and the role that the YWCA can play in improving me status of women. By 1973 there were 105 Y's in Canada, located in every province and in the territories. “As we look at the historical background, we note that coâ€"operatilon between the national YMCA and the National YWCA has existed for almost 50 years." said Mrs. Wallace. SEVEN TASK FORCES Under leadership of Dr. El‘kin, the commission ap- pointed seven task force chairmen who were respon- sible for gathering informa- tion on different aspects of the relationship between the two national organiza- tions. After nearly a year of study and discussion the commission arrived at a number of conclusions about similarities and differences between the two organiza- tions and the degree of im- portance of these dharacte- ristiw when viewed from the standpoint of future co-ope- ration. Both the YMCA and The YWCA were started in Ca- nada in the last half of the 19th Century. The formation of local associations in a few cities was soon followed by the formatioin of No natio- nal bodies to which the 10- cal associations were affilia- ted. Mrs. Wallace provided an Introduction to the presen- tations that followed: FOUR MODELS The commission had come into being because of a grow- ing feeling that the subject should be studied, and four members of the Richmond Hill Y's Board of Directors undertook to enlighten the meeting of about 60 people on the various alternatives to amalgamation of two bodies, reasons for continuing as se- parate entities and reasons for separate but coâ€"opera- tive efforts in service to the community. December 1, 1972, witnes- sed a significant develop- ment in the history of co- operative effort between the two national movements, said Mrs. Wallace. A commission on co-openation jointly spon- sored and funded by the Na- tional YWCA and YMCA of Canada under leadership of Dr. Frederick Elkin of York University had its first meet- ing. By MARGARET LADE Is Richmond Hill and District YWCA giving adequate service to the community? Does Rich- mond Hill need a YWCA? Does it need a YMCA, or should it have a YM-YWCA? These questions posed at the annual meet- ing of the Y at Bond Lake Arena community hall February 28 are being asked at meetings of YMCA’s and YWCA’s all across Canada and were the topic of intensive discussion at the National YWCA Convention in Banff in June according to the local “Y” President Claudine Wallace. Consider Union With YMCA YWCA Meeting View Amalgamation OPPOSE STATUS QUO Some see continuance of the present model as the safest option of the four sug- gested. said Mrs. Burniield. but there must be consider- able dissatisfaction with the status quo to justify estab- lishing the commission, and out of 658 individual leaders. only 72 voted to continue Programs mainly follow the needs of the community- to be served, but the YWCA has always stressed the hous- ing aspect with only six YWCAs not providing resi- dence accommodation, while the YMCA leans heavily to- ward physical fitness .Both organizations give heavy prio- rity to training and develop- ment, In some cases. said Mrs. Burnfield. particularly in large urban areas, the two organizations work together effectively in the communi- ty, one complementing the program or service of the other, but there are relation- ships which lnvolve compe- tition for membershin and dollars which border on open hostility. The YMCA Ihad admitted women as members for seve- ral decades. but although the YWCA has programs for men and boys, dt still denies them the right to vote. According to the report of the commission, both natio- nal YMCA and YWCA are experiencing budget d'ifcfi- culties. Each 'had a deficit in 1972 and each anticipated re- duced revenue in 1973. Ma- jor budget items for both is salaries, and although sala- ries are higher in the YMCA generally increases and benefits between 1970 and '72 were greater by seven percent in the YWCA. PUBLIC FUNDING A major source of revenue in larger communities is from United Appeal, with the majority of local associ- ations being covered to a certain percentage of their budget by some public fund- ing. “WHERE WE‘RE AT" Mrs. Burnfield described the status quo. model two â€" "Where We're At". Both or- ganizations are federally lin- corporated and have their own constitutions. Eath has a statement of purpose re- vised in 1970, similar in con- tent <although the YMCA purpose no longer includes the word “Christian”. Individual memberships in both cases is in the local as- sociation, not the national body. The YMCA has a long tradition of debating issues of social concern at all go- vernment levels reported Mrs. Burnfield, while the YMCA is more likely i0 try to influence social change through informal approach. through information sharing and discussion. Co-operation between the two national bodies at pre- sent is on an informal 'basis with ad hoc committees, such as the present “Joint Co- operation Group" formed to serve a preceived need. Finally it has been shown through surveys that the public does not make a clear distinction ‘between the YM and YWCA anyway. If disen- gagement took place it would be difficult to interpret the differences and the massive public relations campaign necessary to interpret it to the public would 'be a serious financial drain. Generally, Mrs. Rimon concluded, this model might serve 11he aims of some wo- men on a short term basis, but the majority of the com- mission felt that in the long run it would seriously weak- en the organization. Anot'her serious drawback to “disengagement”, Mrs. Rimon said, is in the finan- cial area. Already agencies are being harshly examined with respect to d‘uplication of services, and monies being so tight, it is unlikely that local communities would to- lerate the re-introduction of rivalries and competition for dbllars and other resources. TIGHT MONEY Many, said Mrs. Rimon, would like to see an orga- nization where men and women together Should work toward achieving equal op- porbunities for all people and fight social injustices on behalf of any group. Some groups. said Mrs. R‘imon, regard closer Clo-ope- ration with the YMCA a backward step in this day of ‘lwomen's liberation". Others feel it is not good enough for women's groups alone to attack the present status of women in our society, that there are already groups es- tablished expressly for this purpose. 7 ‘ICHmOH‘ national YMCA could be- come a National YM-YWCA movement and local YM- YWCAs would have to de- did‘e whether they wished to join such 4a body. This, the report indicated, is not a particularly [popular model according to surveys. rnfano, I'Hursaay, March 21, 1974 Another member from Richvale said a YMCA is badly needed in the area, that apart from organimd sportS, such as hockey, 'there is nothing for men and boys in the way of recreational pursuits. She said that there was talk of including a Y'MCA in the recreational complex in the civic centre planned for the new ~BAIF development south of Vaug- han Road. AVOID CONFLICT One member added that the YMCA had been ap- proached and asked to come into Richmond Hill, stating, “The YMCA has activities for women and girls. We would be in direct rivalry. It seems the time has come for co-operation. It would be a great waste of energy otherâ€" wise, and we have had a lot of support from the men of the community. Now we should consider their needs. Mrs. Wright agreed, adding there is no YMCA from Met- ro to Barrie, so closer coo- peration or amalgamation would presumably lead to greater con-tact and co-opera- tion with Metro. Rae Abernathy. former ex- ecutive director of Richmond Hill Y. reminded the meet- ing that the YMCA has taken the "Christian" out of its purpose. “Now with this (amalgamation) that would make us different from a public recreation facility? What are we setting our- selves up for? What about our commitment to people?" Mrs. Wright replied that the Model three would be re- latively easy to introduce, but difficult to maintain. Model four would be relati- vely difficult to introduce but easier to maintain, she concluded. It is a model that would be turbulent and chal- lenging to implement, fro- ugh‘t with difficulty, but tre- mendously rewarding and sti- mula‘ting. A member pointed out that there is no YMCA in the area and asked how it would affect the Richmond Hill Y. you: a new national movement that would combine both YMCA and YWCA. LESS SCOPE FOR WOMEN? This is a more futuristic concept and would give scope to people who do not want to be committed to an orga- nizational structure committ- ted to the in-beres¢s of closed organization. On the other hand there was the argument that large organizations become uniwiel- dy, and that total amalgama- tion would give less scope for girls and women in ex- ecutive and leadership areas. Yet this model is strongly supported by those at top levels in both organizations, said Mrs. Brillinger. On rthe other hand there was much to be said for sharing headquarters (both national bodies “have their headquarters buildings in Toronto), facilities. liaison in 31) p no a c h 1130 government. This model represents the greatest degree of consensus among those consulted by the commission, said Mrs. Col- lett. It also requires a great degree of committment on the part of both bodies. In the fourth presentation, Mrs. Brill‘in‘ger outlined the case for amalgamation, for The YWCA has essential committments that cannot be ignored. said Mrs. Cone/L, in- cluding its work oh [the sta- tus of women and its unique volunteer movement. under this plan. The third model was pre- sented 'by Mrs. Collet/t and was entitled “Closer Formal Co-operation" and supponted the plan for separate identi- ties which seemed most -,po- pular of all. although many felt it would be a step to- ward ‘total amalgama'hion. They work so well to othur. He promcu his had whi o Hurdlim protect: his oyu. Hardlito in I hard resin lens mars: 0 Sham: ran! and backed by I $5,090; warranty again“ 1, we will but the m Hard hi7. HARDLITE LENSES BRADD‘ Mrs. Wallace thanked the TAB (take-a-break) group of Oak Ridges-Lake Wilcox for its hospitality in arranging for the hall for the meeting and providing refreshments. The discussion continued in informal groups when the meeting adjourned. The members present were asked to consider all aspects of the proposals put forward for further study and discus- sion. Copies of the volum- inous report of the commis- sion, which had been very briefly summarized, would be available for study at the Y office at 25 Yonge Street North in Richmond Hill. Mrs. Wright added that Mrs. Jackson had been very much involved in establish- ing the Y in the community and at that time the needs of women in the area were very real. at our commitment to the interests and welfare of women," said Mrs. Jackson. adding that this did not mean the “far-out" attitudes of “Women’s Lib". Y has worked with the rec- reation committee in the area on some of its programs and that there is room in the community for both. WELFARE OF WOMEN Mrs. Grace Jackson, rec- ently retired from the na- tional executive of the YWCA. pointed out that peo- ple have the idea that it is always cheaper to amalgam- ate, but this is not a valid concept. There would be ad- ditional costs in equipment and personnel for a wider program to include boys and men. “Equal opportunity is im- portant, but we have to look The washable mitt of this popular O'Cedar dust mop may be removed from the handle for use in hand dusting. SPRING IS CLEAN UP Green Circle Dominion Hardware PO. Box 46 Unionville 297-1811 The Y entered into the spi- rrlt of the town‘s Centennial Year with a float made and operated by youth leaders. and its Second Century 'Ball was the highlight of its 1973 fund raising campaign. There were 67 craft and leisure skill classes offered, and emphasis on physical fitness continued with skiing, pre-school swim, tennis, golf, yoga, kin‘dengym, teen weight control, and women’s slim and trim. [It was a busy year for the Y with 89 mothers from Richvale, Oak Ridges, Lake Wilcox and Aurora attending weekly TAB programs in their own communities with baby-sitting provided. CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS A total of 1,180 children seven to 13 took part in the fitness recreation program in the evenings in eight public schools and three 'high schools. 'Ilhe program adrmi- nistered Ibry the YWCA is sponsored by the Town of Richmond Hill. The Park Y Day Camp ex- Panded to include campers five to 13 and 428 children enrolled win 1973. The meeting was opened by Rev. Robert McElhinney of St. Paul’s Uni'ted Chumh, Lake Wilcox, opened the meeting whiCh was conducted by Y President Claudine Wallace. Past President Daphne Straumann presented Mrs. Wallace wi-th a gift of apâ€" preciation for her two years of service as president, and a sl-arbe of directors for 1974 was presented by Lois Mil- ler, chairman of “the nomi- nating committee. The Oak Ridges-Lake Wil- cox TAB ('take-aubreak) group were hostesses for the Rich- mond Hill YWCA annual meeting in the community hall at Bond Lake Anna on February 28. Physical Fitness, Crafts, Day Camps Highlight "Y" Yea Deluxe broad- loom mat for heavy traffic areas 18"x 27" in assorted colours. For use on any mop or dust cloth, O'Cedar endust picks up dust like a magnet and prevents dust from re-settling. 6 oz. pressurized container Information and communi- ty referral service continued at the YWCA front desk and over the telephone at Y headquarters at 25 Yonge Street North, and a federal LIP grant allowed the YWCA resale shop to serve custom- ers in a store front location. CO-OPERATIVE PROGRAMS There were winter break programs in March last year for elementary school chil- dren, and there were co-ope- ra'tive programs with York Central H o s p i t a 1 Mental Health Clinic, Richmond Hill The women’s handcraft courses wene extremely po- pular â€" crochet, needlepOim, sewing, decourpage, rug hook- ing, and the babysitting pro- gram was used by 216 chil- dren, freeing <t‘he mothers to join in Y actiVities. Youth leaders, 75 in all. were trained. Staff and volunteers atten- ded a day care seminar, vo- lunteer workshop, Galt pre- convention workshop, staff development seminar, and the local Y was represented by four voting delegates at the national YWCA Conven- tion in Banftt‘. Development and involve- ment of over 100 women was encouraged through volun- teer tasks â€" clerical, sales, receptionist, building mainâ€" tenance, window display, community projects, child care and group leadership. The Lake Wilcox Day Camp for 90 children was opera. ted by ten local young people under the Opportunities For Youth program sponsored and encouraged by the YWCA. A newty developed baby. sitter training course proved very successful, and unique recreation opportunities were offered for mothers on fami- ly benefits allowance. ‘ CONVENTION IN BANFF First, fora perfect lawn, feed it early, fertilize now. Buy a 50 lb. bag of So-Green 21 -7-7 premium fertilizer with a high nitrogen slow release formula. Alexander Dominion Hardware Nu u. 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WORLD-WIDE PROGRAM "1973 also found us pre- paring for the first national quadrennial convention in our second century, follow- ing the celebration in 1970 of the 100th birthday of the YWCA in Canada." said Mrs. Wallace. “The convention. held in Ba-nff. Alberta. in June was attended by four voting delegates from our local Y." In her presentation to the meeting, President Claudine Wallace spoke of two out- standing events that made 1973 a mosfi eventful year in the life of the local Y. "The Centennial activities (of the Town of Richmond Hill) brought to our attention the rich heritage of our com- munity and reminded us that we inherit a proud tradition in which to build a strong and purposeful future. Library and the Richmond Hill Parks and Recreation Department. SPRING IS FIXUP "Due to prevailing world shortages ol many raw materials certain items contained herein may not be available to Dominion Hardware from the manufacturers at the time of this advertisement. Toavoid any inconvenience, kindly check with your local Dominion Hardware dealer listed below." Prices m this advertisement are in effecl unul March 28, 1974 6183 Yonge Street Willowdale In output the budget an- ticipates $18,540 for salaries of professional staff, $8,000 for salaries of chi-1d care su- pervisors and instructors. $3,900 for tental of facilities, Treasurer Gayle Brillimer presented the 1974 budget anticipating income of $5,500 from the YWCA’s annual campaign, $3,100 from special eVents, $2,500 from parks and recreation, 800 from fitness recreation. and an adminis- trative grant of $8,000. Mem- bership fees are expected to bring in $440, program fees and. child care $15,000 ren- tal of facilities $300 and monies from other sources to a total of $39,040, for the yea 1'. The allocation of $400 for world service was met by holding a country tea, distri- bution of coin banks. sale of Centennial spoons, operation of an English tearoom during Centennial Week and sale of hot chocolate for skaters. SERVICE PROJEch A map of the world- at the Y office depicts world ser- vice projects, and these are interpreted to participants in membership classes. A mem- bership tea aided in raising funds and there was a collec- tion of winter clothing for sale by a Y-‘l‘eens group at Blind River Indian Reserve. The local Y was also repre- sented at a seminar on world relationghivp at Guelph. “The YWCA in Canada, even in its earliest days, has been interested in promoting association work in other countries.” 1- e p o r t e (1 Mrs. Stra-umann. “This sustained mterest in and financial sup- port of world- service de- monstrates responsibility as a part of a world-wide fel- loYshjp.YI their children and in institut- ing health and educational reforms. To help with cleaning and painting this safe, strong, lightweight aluminum step ladder is available in a 5 foot length. KEYS cur 221 -2522 Wib Smith An easy to install push button latch that fits most with this coupon aluminum storm d00rs. for the price of / To give new life to / ' youraluminum doors a silent action ad- @ justable door closer. 249 29% Present directors who ha“ filled one or two full terr and have now been elect¢ for an additional two-ye; term are Mrs. Margaret Cc lett. Mrs. Lee Rivmon, M1 Claudine Wallace. Members~at-large Who we: elected for a two-year tel- are Mrs. May Ashlcanas Mrs. Lola Buckles. M1 Edith Clement, Mrs. Joa Flet-t, Mrs. Lulia Parke Mrs. Helen Pipher, Mr Janet Whalen and Mrs. Joa Wood. Elected to the nom nating committee for 191 were Mrs. Anna Little, Mr Dorothy McElhinney, Mr Lois Miller, Mrs. Doroth Price. Mrs. Eva Allan an Mrs. Evelyn Boyd. A panel presented “’1‘! Distance Between Two Trial glee". ‘a feasibimy study ‘ possible amalgamation 1 YMCA and YWCA In Can Refreshments were sex-v. by the host TAIB grdup. Present directors who w appointed by the board 1973 to fill a vacancy and a now being installed for two-year term are Mrs. Allan, Mrs. June Bu Mrs. Marjory McLelland a Mrs. Frances Wac‘hna. NEW DIRECTORS 1 Present directors who w be serving the second year their two-yea:~ term are I Evelyn Boyd. Mrs. G Brillinger, Mrs. EdMJh Bu field, Mrs. ‘Peggy Criwhl Mrs. Eileen Judge. Mrs. M reen McGraw, Mrs. Rhy Miller and Mrs. Dasp Straumann, $1,400 for program ren (schools, pools. etc), $1, for advertising programs other Services, and nulme other expenditures that wo bring total ou-tlay to $39, Nominating c om m i M Chairman Lois Miller p: sented a Slate of offic¢ from the numbers. RHL WEE