Entente District 11 Waterloo Region

02/11/2026

If you have Valley of the Birdtail, you will want to attend the webinar The Road to Reconciliation on November 12.
Find out what the story of two neighbouring communities can teach us about reconciliation, human rights and building more equitable communities? Join authors Douglas Sanderson (Amo Binashii) and Andrew Stobo Sniderman for a conversation about reconciliation and the relationship between Indigenous and non-Indigenous Canadians. Drawing on the story of Rossburn, Manitoba, and the Waywayseecappo Indian Reserve, explored in their acclaimed book Valley of the Birdtail, they will discuss how racism and historical policies have shaped communities across generations. The conversation will consider what reconciliation means in practice and what we can learn about creating communities where people of all generations can live with dignity and have their rights respected.
Register now- https://entente.ca/events/event-rpw-detail/?id=0d2e6ebc-f5dc-f011-8543-7ced8d3646ae

01/11/2026

01/11/2026

OOPS! Our Fall Luncheon starts at 11:00 a.m.
The time in our November eNEWS is incorrect!
Our luncheon starts at 11:00 a.m.

31/10/2026

Are you retired and looking for a meaningful way to stay connected and involved in your community?

Consider volunteering!

We know that volunteers make a huge difference in communities across Canada. ❤️

Did you know that in 2023, 72% of fully retired Canadians who volunteered reported high life satisfaction, compared with 57% of those who did not volunteer? 😯

Volunteering can also be a great way to meet people, support your well-being and stay connected to your community.

Find opportunities in your community and start enjoying the rewards today: https://volunteer.ca/

30/10/2026

Have you registered for this upcoming webinar - with the two authors of the book "Valley of the Birdtail". This will be an interesting and informative webinar!

Two communities, side by side, with very different histories.

Join authors Douglas Sanderson (Amo Binashii) and Andrew Stobo Sniderman on Thursday, Nov. 12 at 1 p.m. ET for a conversation about their book Valley of the Birdtail and what reconciliation means in practice. You don't need to have read the book to take part.

Register:
https://entente.ca/events/event-rpw-detail/?id=0d2e6ebc-f5dc-f011-8543-7ced8d3646ae

28/10/2026

District 11 Waterloo Region is well represented in Toronto at the 2026 Fall Forum of Entente Education Canada. District 11 President, Terry Hamilton, Treasurer Doug Nosal, Director of D11 Activities, Marian Ryan and 1st VP Cathy Dowsling are the delegates representing District 11. Wendy Brum, Chair of the Marketing and Communications Committee is also in attendance!
Today's agenda included a presentation about Governance in Action - presented by Terry Carter, a lawyer focusing on Charities and Non-Profit Law, and Rob DeRooy of Governance Solutions. A key message was to honour the legacy of what came before, and to shape the future as Entente Education Canada.
We have also learned that
a) members will be receiving plastic health cards with their Entente membership number and their Entente Plus membership number
b) an updated Benefits booklet will be available in February 2027
c) a dedicated Concierge Service will be made available to members in the near future.

24/10/2026

A commitment to education can continue well beyond a career in the classroom.

Through its 2026 Legacy Grants, Entente Education Canada is supporting five projects that benefit elementary and secondary school communities. Each grant provides $1,000 for a local initiative undertaken with education partners.

This year’s recipients are District 4 Sudbury Manitoulin, District 21 Renfrew, District 28 Durham, District 39 Peel and District 42 Mainland British Columbia.

Their projects honour Entente’s roots in education while opening new opportunities for students to learn.

Read about the funded projects:

https://entente.ca/entente-education-canada-funds-five-projects-that-strengthen-learning-in-the-classroom-and-beyond/

23/10/2026

What if that voice on the phone sounds exactly like your grandchild, but it’s not?

Learn how AI is used in impersonation scams at CyberSafe Seniors, a free Zoom workshop for 55+, Oct 27 at 1 p.m. EST (ASL provided).

Presented by MediaSmarts, Canadian Network for the Prevention of Elder Abuse, Elder Abuse Prevention Ontario with Meta.

Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_5ePbZIcATeGsMcBStdHxUw #/registration

20/10/2026

Today, we pause to remember and honour the Canadian Armed Forces members who lost their lives in the tragic fire in Wainwright, Alberta. We extend our deepest condolences to their families, friends, and fellow service members. We are grateful for their service and will remember their sacrifice with respect and heartfelt sympathy.

Entente Education Canada extends our sincere condolences to the families, friends and colleagues of the Canadian Armed Forces members who lost their lives in the fire at CFB Wainwright in Alberta.

Our thoughts are with those who were injured, their loved ones and the entire military community during this difficult time.