Wednesday, November 19th, 2025 10:00 am
Call to Order – Jayesh Maniar
RTAM Choir performs ‘O Canada’
Call to Order – Betty-Jean Checkley
Land Acknowledgement
The Retired Teachers’ Association of Manitoba operates in the traditional territory of the Anishinaabe, Cree, Oji-Cree, Dakota, Dene and Métis people.
Our office is located on Treaty One Territory and in the homeland of the Métis Nation.
Our work extends throughout Treaties 2, 3, 4, and 5, with Members residing outside of Manitoba on Treaties 4, 6, 7, 8 and 10, which include Alberta, Saskatchewan and small parts of Western Manitoba, and in British Columbia where there are 203 First Nations.
We respect the Treaties made on these Territories. We dedicate ourselves to move forward with Indigenous communities in a spirit of reconciliation and collaboration to make Manitoba and other provinces where our members reside inclusive and accessible places for everyone.
Call to Order – Jayesh Maniar
In Memoriam 2024 - 25
A. Robert Baird Richard LaPage
Mary E. Roach H. David Wellard
Odile Bourrier John (Jack) Parker Nancy J. Sametz
John K. Collins David Paton
Garry Finlay James W. Pehura
Julian Hoyak Mark Peterson
Ursula Schindel Ditchburn
Anna P. Siryj
Greg Walker
Norma L. Whitfield
Abram Wiebe
Welcome and Introductions
2024-25 Board of Directors
Jayesh Maniar
Betty-Jean Checkley
Linda Blair
Vicky Hutchinson
Peter Narth
Jocelyne Fraser
Audrey Siemens
Trent Tuttosi
Marilyn Wiebe
Meeting Chairperson – David Najduch
Practice Vote
1. What is your favourite flavour of ice cream?
a) Vanilla
b) Chocolate
c) Salted Caramel
d) Rocky Road
e) I’m dairy free
Adoption of the Agenda
That the agenda of the 36th RTAM Annual General Meeting be approved as presented.
Mover: Marilyn Wiebe
Seconder: Peter Narth
Adoption of the Minutes of the 35th AGM
That the Minutes of the 35th RTAM Annual General Meeting of November 20th, 2024, be approved as presented.
Mover: Jayesh Maniar
Seconder: Trent Tuttosi
Treasurer’s Report – Jocelyne Fraser
Highlights of the Draft Audited Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2025
‘In our opinion, the accompanying financial statements present fairly, in all material respects, the financial position of the Organization as at June 30, 2025…’
Scarrow & Donald LLP
• Independent Auditor’s Report
• Statement of Financial Position
• Statement of Operations and Change in Net Assets
• Statement of Cash Flows
• Notes
Treasurer’s Report – Jocelyne Fraser
Highlights of the Draft Audited Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2025
Statement of Operations
• Revenue increased slightly over 2024, by 4.6%
• Overall expenses consistent with those of 2024
• Notable expenses in 2024-25
• Addition of new employee to improve member services and provide administrative support to Board and Committees.
• Amortization of capital expenses
• Funding for new member activities trialed in 2024-25
Treasurer’s Report – Jocelyne Fraser
Highlights of the Draft Audited Financial Statements for the year ended June 30, 2025
Overall, RTAM’s financial position is similar to 2023-24, with changes to recording of capital assets and amortization resulting from the consistent growth of the organization.
The Board will appoint Scarrow and Donald LLP as the auditors for the year ending in June 2026.
Treasurer’s Report – Jocelyne Fraser
That the June 30th, 2025 audited financial statement be accepted as presented.
Mover: Jocelyne Fraser
Seconder: Vicky Hutchinson
Treasurer’s Report –
Jocelyne Fraser
Highlights of 2026-27 Budget
• 2024-25 actual revenues and expenses were very close to budget.
• 1st Quarter data for 2025-26 are showing that revenues were overestimated.
• 2026-27 Budget estimates adjusted revenue expectations closer to 2024-25 amounts
• Additional 2026-27 expense estimates reflect
• In person Board meetings
• Actual and anticipated increases to contracted services.
• Potential office move in 2026-27
• 4 FTE employees
• Funding for improvements to member communication and services
Treasurer’s Report –
Jocelyne Fraser
Highlights of 2026-27 Budget
2026-27 Budget also reflects
• Maintaining membership fees at $48 annually ($4 monthly with pension deduction)
• Keeping expense reimbursements at 202526 levels:
• $0.70/km for mileage in a private vehicle
• Meals reimbursed when authorized and only with presentation of receipt to maximum allowable of $24.75 for breakfast, $25.00 for lunch, or $61.50 for dinner.
• Computer consumables reimbursed with presentation of receipt to a maximum of $110 per Director.
Treasurer’s Report –
Jocelyne Fraser
Highlights of 2026-27 Budget
2026-27 Budget includes additional funding to meet several of RTAM’s strategic goals
• Membership growth
• French inclusion and continued website development
• Increasing in person interactions
• Delivering interesting webinars and workshops
Treasurer’s Report – Jocelyne Fraser
Budget Motion 1
That the membership fee remain $48.00 for the 2026-27 fiscal year ($4.00/month for TRAF members.)
Mover: Jocelyne Fraser
Seconder: Linda Blair
Treasurer’s Report – Jocelyne Fraser
Budget Motion 2
That the RTAM reimbursement rates for 2026-27 remain the same as in 2025-26.
Mover: Jocelyne Fraser
Seconder: Vicky Hutchinson
Treasurer’s Report – Jocelyne Fraser
Budget Motion 3
That the 2026-27 budget be approved as presented.
Mover: Jocelyne Fraser
Seconder: Trent Tuttosi
Returning Officer’s Presentation
–
David Harkness
Nomination Process
• Call for nominations posted in September online and in Fall KIT Magazine
• Nominations received at RTAM Office until October 19th
• R.O. prepared Nomination Report, circulated to members on November 5
Returning Officer’s Presentation – David Harkness
2025-26 RTAM Board of Directors
The following list of nominees is presented to RTAM Members for the 2025 Annual General Meeting.
No nominations were received for the role of Secretary.
As there is only 1 candidate for each vacant position the candidates are declared acclaimed.
Position
Vice-President
Name
Trent Tuttosi
Treasurer Jocelyne Fraser
Director-at-Large
Director-at-Large
Director-at-Large
Vicky Hutchinson
Audrey J. Siemens
Marilyn Wiebe
Returning Officer’s Presentation – David
Consent Agenda
For information:
• President’s Report
• ACER-CART Report
• Executive Director’s Report
Closing Remarks
Thank you!
Members attending the AGM will be entered to win a door prize sponsored by HearingLife, one of RTAM’s Exclusive Discount Partners.
Closing Remarks
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