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The Ontario Genealogical Society Appoints a New Honourary Patron Posted 09 February 2009 By Don Hinchley, President, Ontario Genealogical Society About two years ago our current Patron, Senator Lorna Milne, announced she was approaching the end of her Senate term and suggested the Ontario Genealogical Society (OGS) seek another Patron. A search team consisting of Bob Crawford (Past President), Dave Mackenzie (a Past President) and Senator Milne was formed to search for a new Patron. The search committee held a number of discussions and reviewed the qualifications of several potential candidates. The committee made a recommendation which was approved by the Executive and the OGS Board. It is my pleasure to announce Senator Vivienne Poy has graciously accepted the position as our new Honourary Patron effective at Conference 2009. Senator Poy will be attending the Opening Ceremonies of Conference Friday May 29th.
Senator Poy is an entrepreneur, fashion designer, community activist and Chancellor Emeritus. She graduated from the Fashion Arts course at Seneca College and ran a flourishing fashion business for fourteen years. In 2003 Senator Poy completed her Ph.D. in History at the University of Toronto. Her interests in history lead the Senator to begin researching her family's history. In 1995, A River Named Lee was published, in which she traced her family history in China. Three years later she published Building Bridges: The Life and Times of Richard Charles Lee, Hong Kong, 1905-1983. Her third book was published in 2002. On the personal side the Senator loves to read, write and design - from clothing to jewelry, light fixtures, and furniture. She is an avid gardener and when she has time likes to bake and cook for her family. Her family includes her husband, children and grandchildren. As OGS President I extend my welcome on behalf of the Society to our new Honourary Patron, Senator Vivienne Poy. On behalf of the OGS I would like to extend the Society's thanks to Senator Lorna Milne, Dave Mackenzie and Bob Crawford for their efforts in securing our new Patron. Don Hinchley, President Ontario Genealogical Society Canadian Genealogy & History Resources from Global Genealogy:
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