The Japanese Fishermen’s Benevolent Society Building (located directly behind the Steveston Museum and Post Office) will be open this summer from July 3 to Sept 5.

Its new hours are Saturdays and Sundays only, 12-4pm.

By order of the Board of Directors, notice is hereby given that the Steveston Historical Society Annual General Meeting will be held on Thursday, March 4 at 6pm, over Zoom.

Please read below for Agenda. You can register for the Virtual AGM through this Eventbrite link. Zoom information will be sent to registered attendees the day before the meeting.

As per Section 3 of the Steveston Historical Society bylaws, members may appoint a proxy:  
“A voting member may appoint a proxy holder. This
a) proxy must be in writing and must comply with any other requirements set out in the bylaws,
b) is valid only at the meeting for which the appointment is given.
c) A proxy holder must be a member of the Society and may be an individual under the age of 19 years.
d) Unless limited in the appointment, a proxy holder stands in the place of the voting member appointing the proxy holder and can do anything that member can do, including propose and second resolutions, participate in the discussions, and vote.”

Reminder: please ensure your membership is up to date in advance of the meeting. Payment and forms can be left at the Steveston Post Office, or mailed to the Society. You can also purchase your membership as an add-on to the Eventbrite registration, and send your form electronically.

AGM Agenda 2021

1. Call to order
2. Proof of notice of meeting
3. Approval of agenda
4. Approval of minutes from previous AGM
5. Business arising from the minutes
6. 2020 Year End Reports
   1. Chair’s report
   2. Financial Report
   3. City Liaison’s Report
   4. Executive Director’s Report
7. Nomination Committee report
8. Election of Directors
9. Other business
10. Adjournment

Songs in the Snow is going virtual this year! We are so excited to announce that we are bringing the magic of Songs in the Snow right into your homes for 2020. Get your free or by donation tickets now, and you’ll be sent the Zoom link the day of the event so you can listen to the performances.

Free hot drink mixes, cookies, and craft kits will be available for pickup prior to the event for registered ticket holders (request as an add-on to your tickets). Shipping is available at cost for those unable to pick up their packages in person.

Get your tickets now to avoid disappointment!

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Songs in the Snow is sponsored by Steveston Bakery, and the following:

~ via Alan Campbell, Richmond News