Latest news ...Boat Night at Aker Brygge is August 12! Thanks to all those who came out to the Ambassador's residence for the Canada Day picnic on Sunday, June 20. Special thanks to John and Anne for being such great hosts, and to committee chair Derek for excellent organization. So far in 2010 we have been been pleased to welcome these new members: Jennie Steer-Welbourn, Kristian Diesen and family; Brian Forner; Barry Colson; Ann Tremblay Vølstad, Jens Thori Kogstad and family; Ilah & Canh Le Nygaard and family; Simon & Violet Weli and family; Steinar Kjus and family (welcome back to the club, Steinar!); Teresa Tenberg, Leif Kristiansen and family; Stella East, Severin Sæther and family; Jeromy & Annette Phair and family; and Achieng & Njoni Siama Okumu. As many of you know, on February 2, Canadian Club co-founder Arne Bruheim underwent surgery to remove a malignant brain tumour. Arne is not able to reply to all of his many well-wishers personally, but has written a letter of thanks to the club. The club delivered flowers to Arne once he returned home, as did many others -- so many that Arne has requested, no more flowers please. Exemptions for seniors: The Board of the CCN has unanimously agreed to waive membership dues for those aged 67 and over. Starting in 2010, seniors will automatically receive honorary lifetime membership. In addition, seniors will now be admitted free of charge to the Canada Day picnic at the Official Residence. In this way we wish to thank our dedicated members for their years of loyalty and keep our senior members a vital part of our club. Remember that the Message Board is open to all. Do you have something to promote or otherwise communicate to the local Canadian community? Or something you want to buy or sell? We'll post just about anything, within reason. Just send it to Glenn (see Contact Us).
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