Kanata Chinese Seniors Support Centre

ANNUAL REPORT April 2013 – March 2014

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ANNUAL REPORT 2013 - 2014 Contents

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Thank You to our Supporters

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Board of Directors

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Thank You to our Volunteers

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Chairman’s Message

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Programs - Volunteerism and Community Involvement - Better Neighbourhoods Project - Mental Health Promotion for Ethno-Cultural Seniors - Celebrating the Chinese New Year of the Horse

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Activities Gallery

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Thank You to our Donors

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Thank You to our Funders

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Thank You to our Sponsors for the 2014 Chinese New Year Event

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Financial Statements

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Thank You to our Supporters Kanata Chinese Seniors Support Centre (KCSSC) offers sincere thanks to our funders and other contributors, who have enabled us to provide our services to the community. In particular, we would like to thank: Social Planning Council of Ottawa for its mentoring and remarkable support of our community. Glen Cairn United Church for their kind support of KCSSC, by providing us with very affordable space to host our Wednesday programs and inviting us to participate in various community activities. Western Ottawa Community Resource Centre (WOCRC) for their generous support of KCSSC, by providing us with meeting rooms for our Board and volunteer meetings.

Our Board of Directors Mr Sun Haibao, Chairman Dr Elisa Yang, Vice Chairman Mrs Clare Wang Mr Ho Chi-Li Mdm Li Meiling Mrs Louisa Hung, Treasurer Mrs Phyllis Chong Ms Val Collins Ms Yang Wei Mrs Wen Jean Ho, President & COO

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Thank You to Our Volunteers KCSSC offers sincere thanks to our volunteers who contributed substantial time and effort towards the success of our activities and programs.

KCSSC Adele Muldoon Alison Kinsman Aziz Mahdjoubi Chili Ho Dagmar Horsman Daniel Wang Eric Burant Feng Gu Grace Peng Graham Collins Heather Hunter Helen Wang Jessica Mendoza Jez Lee Blomqvist Joanna Huang Kate Cao Louis Liang Maggie Strub Mallory Rowan Michelle Hoare Peter Zhu Philip Ho Rebecca Mendoza Romina Donnini Saling Du Sarah Walsh Sofia Anderson Tony Lou Val Collins Vanessa Rochette Victoria Fisher Yuxin Wu

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Chairman’s Message During the year, KCSSC managed to overcome many difficulties such as inadequate funding and the lack of full-time staff. We have seen an increase in the number of seniors participating in the activities that we organized. Many adult children brought their parents to participate in KCSSC’s activities after learning about KCSSC through our website. Feedback has shown that our seniors feel at home in KCSSC. We are very pleased that KCSSC has achieved its direction and goal by providing seniors with a friendly environment that they can call home. Last year, KCSSC volunteer groups played a significant role in organizing community events. They took the initiative to plan and implement care groups to help new mothers during their confinement, looking after young children, preparing and sending food to those who are sick, and keeping company with seniors. We were touched by their actions because they have exceeded their initial volunteer goals. We want to sincerely thank all these volunteers for their efforts to bring cheer and provide a lifeline to those in need. 2013 was an eventful year that saw our seniors being involved in many community activities such as the Spring Community Clean-up events, attending the MPP’s Summer Barn Dance, and even participating in a Seniors’ Health Forum at a seniors residence in the city. The full list can be found in the Activities Gallery page. We also integrated into mainstream society by being involved in volunteer activities in our communities, such as the Kanata July 1st Canada Day at the Walter Baker Park and actively helping at T&T Supermarket’s Summer Carnival, as well as collaborating with the Kanata North Community Association to set up a Community Garden in Kanata North. We also offered our services in the Hazeldean and Stittsville Public Libraries by conducting cultural outreach programs like tea ceremony demonstrations and calligraphy summer camps for children. Our activities, which drew good crowds, were reported in the local English newspapers. Deserving special mention was the true spirit of volunteerism at the Chinese New Year of the Horse Year celebration on February 2nd this year. I would like to use this opportunity to sincerely thank our 120 volunteers, whose ages ranged from 13 to 80, who demonstrated exceptional organizational skills and dedication from the word go. It began in September 2013 with brainstorming sessions, fundraising, booking the venue, rental of the stage and sound system, sale of food items, silent auction and the list goes on. On the eve of the event, volunteers, including a heavily pregnant mother, braved the snow to put last minute touches to the venue. There were more than 1,300 participants at the event, which was double the figure of 2013. All this was the result of the desire of the Kanata Chinese community to reach out to the diverse Canadian multicultural society and celebrate this festivity as one people. In summary, I am exceedingly proud of our achievements through the involvement of our dedicated volunteers and friends, who are the pillars of our strength. Let us work together to render sustenance to our seniors, while at the same time helping them integrate into Canadian society. I am confident that all this is possible with your unfailing dedication and support. Sun Hai Bao Chairman 5

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Programs

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Volunteerism and Community Involvement -

Breaking Isolation and Increasing Social Interaction for Chinese Seniors

KCSSC continued its community volunteering work with Chinese seniors. After more than one year of cultivation in the concept of volunteerism, more and more Chinese seniors are ready to take the initiative and become a community volunteer. They organized social activities and trips for the social group, formed peer support groups among themselves, and helped each other to overcome isolation. Although the language barrier is still an issue for most of the seniors, they have conquered their fear and become an active community member. Because of the efforts of the volunteers the community became vibrant which helped to create a sense of belonging for the seniors. KCSSC ,

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Better Neighborhoods Project -

Asian Night Market and North Kanata Community Garden

KCSSC worked with the Better Neighbourhoods’ Office of the City of Ottawa to plan two projects. Although the Asian Night Market project did not materialize, KCSSC had an opportunity to work with a local business – T & T Supermarket – at their 2013 Summer Carnival Event. We helped to arrange a media interview with the manager of the store, and provided performances by our seniors on stage as well as volunteering to help set up and take down the tents and booths. Through this project, we were able to build a cordial working relationship with T&T Supermarket and in return they provided significant support for our 2014 Chinese New Year celebration event. The North Kanata Community launched a community garden in the North Kanata community. The partnership between Chinese seniors and the local Community Association helped Chinese seniors interact with other garden lovers. The garden volunteers, which included two seniors who are ill, helped to plant, water and maintain the plots. The seniors are happy with gardening and they feel a sense of satisfaction when they see the crops growing. 2013

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Mental Health Promotion for Ethno-Cultural Seniors -

Supporting Social Participation and Inclusion of Seniors

This project was sponsored by the New Horizons For Seniors Program (NHSP) Grant. The goal of this project is to encourage seniors and their families to gain a better understanding of mental health issues, and take steps to improve their overall health and well-being. We recruited more than one hundred seniors and members to take part in this survey. At the end of this project, we also organized two community celebration events for seniors to practice their volunteering skills. Many of them have never been a volunteer before and they were very happy to gain some volunteer experience. They also expressed their willingness to continue as a volunteer in the future. At the end of this project, a report was produced and was presented at the Social Planning Council of Ottawa’s 2014 AGM. 100 2014

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Celebrating Chinese New Year of the Horse -

Breaking Isolation and Bridging Gaps in Mutual Understanding among Seniors of all Origins in Kanata

On February 2, 2014, the Kanata Chinese Seniors Support Centre (KCSSC) held a Chinese New Year of the Horse Celebration at the newly-constructed Richcraft Recreation Complex in Kanata. An estimated 1,000 participants from the Kanata neighbourhood communities, diverse in cultural background, attended the event. More than 100 volunteers, ranging in age from 13 to 80 assisted with such tasks as setting up and decorating the venue, greeting guests, tending booths, stage-management, and cooking in the kitchen. The event, which was a great success, brought the community together to celebrate and to learn more about the Chinese New Year. 2014

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Activities Gallery Community Clean Up Events, May 2013 Mother’s Day Celebration, May 2013 Vesak Festival 2013-Ottawa Buddhist Community’s Multi-Cultural Celebration, May 2013 Cultural Workshops at the Stittsville Library, May, June, July 2013 South Ward Seniors Meet Seniors Event, June 2013 Visit Local Seniors’ Residences, June 2013 / January 2014 Culture Day Event “Tea Ceremony Demonstration” at the Hazeldean Library, June 2013 Community Dumpling Extravaganza Fundraising Event, June 2013 Volunteering in Canada Day in Kanata, July 2013 Day Trip – Pines Point & Attending MPP Summer Barn Dance, July 2013 Attending Seniors’ Health Forum in Colonel By Senior’s Residence, July 2013 Hosting a Calligraphy Children’s Summer Camp at the Stittsville Library, July 2013 Volunteering in Kanata North Ward Picnic, July 2013 Volunteering at the Asian Summer Carnival Event, August 2013 Hosting Health Information Workshops, September 2013 Community Garden Public Information Meeting, September 2013 Participating in the Kanata 55+ Expo Event, September 2013 Mid Autumn Festival Celebration, October 2013 Community Meal for Local Seniors at the Kanata Seniors Centre, October 2013 Participating in Glen Cairn Church Community Meal, November 2013 Celebrating Christmas with Canadian Friends, December 2013 Visiting Local Seniors’ Residences, December 2013 New Year Eve Dinner at the Panda Restaurant, December 2013 Kanata Chinese New Year Celebration Event, February 2014

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Thank You to our Donors Adele Muldoon

Louisa Hung

Cai Hui Xiang

Madeline Shih

Chen Xue Ying

Ma Gou Jie

Clare Wang

Ma Pei Zhen

Fu Lian Shu

Maria Lam

Faith S Food

Ning Ya Nan

Fung Yee Kwok

Pan Bao Zhu

Glen Cairn United Church

Phyllis Chong

Gou Guei Ying

Sun Hai Bao

Hsu Hsin Chin

Tang He Ling

Jez Lee Blomqvist

Tang Ji Xian

Li Mei Ling

Tina Du

Li Hua Dong

Wang Jian Ying

Li Jing Xian

Wen Jean Ho

Liu Lin

Xu Yu Ming

Liu Ping

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Thank You to our Funders KCSSC offers sincere thanks to our funders: New Horizon For Seniors Program for its support of: Mental Health Promotion for Ethno-Cultural Seniors (Funding administrated by the Social Planning Council)

The Ontario Trillium Foundation for its generous support of: Promoting volunteerism among Chinese seniors (Funding administrated by the Social Planning Council)

The Better Neighborhoods’ Office for its support of: Night Market & Community Garden Project (Funding administrated by the City of Ottawa)

United Way for its support of: Celebrating Chinese New Year – the Year of the Horse (Funding administrated by the Social Planning Council)

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Thank You to our Sponsors for the 2014 Chinese New Year Event Allan Foget, Sobeys Ontario (March Road) Bank of Montreal Signature Centre Bridlewood Dr John Li Pharm Can Drug Mart Marianne Wilkinson – City Councillor Mr Xu Yu Ming Mrs Cai Hui Xiang Dr Ake Blomqvist Mrs Zhang Yan Fang Mr Sun Hai Bao Anna Zhao, Sunnyview Holidays Anne Mokros, Beauticontrol Best Price Oriental Supermarket (Yuan Lee)

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Chang Shi/Chang Yi Art Flow Gallery Chartwell Kanata Retirement Residence Dr Chili Ho Embassy of the People’s Republic of China in Ottawa Epicure Selections, Peri Kerr Fortune Express Restaurant Haiyan Dance Group Helen Song, Bayshore Flowers Helen Tang, Keller Williams VIP Realty and Scotia Bank Brokerage International Buddhist Progress Society of Ottawa International Buddhist Progress Society of Ottawa Hollswealth & Insurance Jade’s Art Studio Janet Rosario John Toft Basketry Kanata Rhythmic Gymnastics Club Maria Lam Metro Supermarket (March Road) Oriental Charm Houseware & Gifts Panda Garden Buffet Restaurant Rexall Drug Store (March Road) ScotiaBank (Hazeldean Branch) Starbucks Coffee (Hazeldean Road) T&T Supermarket Taipei Economic & Cultural Office in Canada 15

Yang Yang (BMO) – Mortgage Specialist

Financial Statements

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Kanata Chinese Senior Support Centre Balance Sheet As of December 31, 2013 ASSETS Current Assets 10,287.57

SPC Account

6,153.36

KCSSC Account

300.00

Petty Cash

2,739.58

Prepaid Expenses TOTAL ASSETS

19,480.51

LIABILITIES & EQUITY Liabilities Current Liabilities Deferred Revenue

13,020.01 13,020.01

Total Liabilities

Equity Opening KCSSC Bank Balance

4,367.63 596.08

Opening Balance Equity

1,496.79

Net Income

6,460.50

Total Equity TOTAL LIABILITIES & EQUITY

19,480.51

Unaudited Statements

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Kanata Chinese Senior Support Centre Statement of Changes in Net Assets For the twelve month period ending December 31, 2013 KCSSC KCSSC Funds Funds Managed by Managed by Social KCSSC Planning Council

Total

Income Ontario Trillium Foundation

25,600.00

0.00

25,600.00

0.00

5,405.00

5,405.00

Donations (receipted)

870.00

0.00

870.00

Fundraising Revenues and Sponsorships

737.43

4,072.10

4,809.53

Inter Action Grant (CIC)

Membership New Horizons for Seniors Project Revenues Other Income Deferred Income to Next Fiscal Deferred From Previous Year Total Income

0.00

350.25

350.25

21,200.00

0.00

21,200.00

2,000.00

200.00

2,200.00

0.00

881.92

881.92

-13,020.01

0.00

-13,020.01

12,992.36

0.00

12,992.36

50,379.78

10,909.27

61,289.05

32,129.57

Expense Staff

32,129.57

0.00

Bookkeeping

1,500.00

0.00

1,500.00

Honoraria

2,975.00

2,200.00

5,175.00

Staff Benefits

2,152.94

0.00

2,152.94

0.00

2,455.74

2,455.74

Independent Contractors Audit Fees

17.00

0.00

17.00

Translation

450.00

0.00

450.00

448.18

272.09

720.27

1,867.19

0.00

1,867.19

Occupancy Insurance

147.01

0.00

147.01

Telephone

1,227.11

0.00

1,227.11

Stationary & Supplies

1,116.73

0.00

1,116.73

Computer Maintenance & Upgrade

1,102.33

0.00

1,102.33

Local Trans. & Sundry

90.00

0.00

90.00

Photocopy & Supplies

113.21

258.34

371.55

Postage & Shipping

Printing Workshops PR and Publicity Volunteer/Board Support Admin Costs Miscellaneous Expenses Total Expense Net Income

Unaudited Statement

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272.70

0.00

272.70

3,797.25

2,616.40

6,413.65

0.00

200.00

200.00

50.00

522.05

572.05

0.00

1,000.00

1,000.00

616.42

195.00

811.42

50,072.64

9,719.62

59,792.26

307.14

1,189.65

1,496.79

Kanata Chinese Senior Support Centre Revenue and Expenses January to June 2014 KCSSC KCSSC Funds Funds Managed by Managed by Social KCSSC Planning Council

Total

Income United Way

2,000.00

Community Foundation Membership Fees Donations (receipted) Fundraising Revenues and Sponsorships Project Revenues Deferred From Previous Year Total Income

0.00

2,000.00

10,200.00

0.00

10,200.00

840.00

30.00

870.00

405.00

0.00

405.00

8,196.45

300.00

8,496.45

0.00

273.60

273.60

13,020.01

0.00

13,020.01

34,661.46

0.00

34,661.46

6,833.02

0.00

6,833.02

960.00

0.00

960.00

Expense Staff Honoraria Staff Benefits

1,037.95

Independent Contractors Occupancy

0.00

1,037.95

2,000.00

2,000.00

0.00

695.70

695.70

1,210.68

0.00

1,210.68

Postage & Shipping

91.57

0.00

91.57

Telephone

79.20

0.00

79.20

195.95

132.78

328.73

Local Trans. & Sundry

89.25

20.00

109.25

Photocopy & Supplies

1,086.91

0.00

1,086.91

Workshops

1,235.58

3,790.93

5,026.51

18.56

0.00

18.56

Insurance

Stationary & Supplies

PR and Publicity Miscellaneous Expenses Total Expense Net Income

Unaudited Statement

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939.04

41.28

980.32

13,777.71

6,680.69

20,458.40

20,883.75

-6,680.69

14,203.06