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Home Economics and Health Mrs. Bert Brownlee, convener. expressed 1n- terest in the many ways a centennial flavour was worked into the theme of Home Econom- ics and Health programs. Roll calls and mm- toes recalled changes over the years. E‘xtensmn courses were popular with quilt making run- ning a close second to “Hats for You . Topics discussed included comparisons of last hundred years. water pollution, Vanier Institute. de- velopment in medicines and vaccines, .mental health. and many more. Continued interest and support is given to 4-H Homemaking Clubs. Demonstrations, usually by local talent, included spinning and winding of wool, dyeing with vegetable colouring, finishing driftwood, etc. in 1967 style. Many cook books were completed in centennial year. Concluding her report. Mrs. Brownlee urged that conveners {and members. we‘d like to add) keep in mind the aims and ideals of Our founder for con- tinued learning in homemaking practices. In her outline for Home Economics and Health. Mrs. Brownlee suggested consideration of recommendations approved at the National Conventionâ€"study of equality of women be continued. first-aid tanght in all schools; the Vanier Institute; aims and problems of the World Health Organization; water pollution and drugs be given more study. * 'k * My heart is warm with the friends I make .-\nd better friends I’ll not be knowing. Yet there isn‘t a train I wouldn't take No matter where it's going. Edna St. Vincent Millay * i 1" Citizenship and Education Mrs. C. E. Yeates, completing her third year as Citizenship and Education convener, reported sending four circulars and conducting two workshops this year. Roll calls requested opinions on whether Canada should open her doors to all nationalities for immigration; what is good citiZenship; ways to improve our educaâ€" tion when too old for school; what makes a nation strong; etc. Mottoes included: Watch your footsteps. someone may follow them. Education is a load easy to carry and neces- sary to earn a living. Your heritage of free- dom. like a jewel. is yours to guard. Women's tranchise was dearly bought; do we use it as we ought".' ‘ Papers and addresses were given by visitors lrom other lands and to other lands; on our Canadian provinces; informative talks dealt “'1”! local situations. Through films. bus trips etc. members learned of other sections of om: own land and countries afar. Projects included displays. scrapbooks and entertainment of for- eign students. 12 Canadian Cancer Society Mrs. Brownlee gave a report of [17.1 dian Cancer Society, stating that man was provided for their programs, m.- accomplished, and membership in m. reached an all-time high. Money is g, distributed in three areas of assists search, public education and welfau patients. In 1966 the Society allots. 21/; million dollars to National C;- stitute, which in turn made grants to V dian universities and 7 hospitals for An even more important part was expansion of knowledge of cancer an. trol. Areas of research continued and reported in British Columbia pin Pamphlets, films, new media, lectu tional poster and essay contests aSsistc in the education program. Home Cu ing, transportation service, rehabilita occupational therapy contributed to and comfort of patients. There are mately 115,000 dedicated volunteer in all the provinces of Canada. 0 million dressings were made availabl year. Second Ontario Agriculture Confei Mrs. C. Diamond reported on the Ontario Agricultural Conference at K at which Mrs. Small and she rep F.W.I.O. Hon. W. A. Stewart called ference to hear the report of a spec mittee on farm income and the interi by word and graph of consultants Menzies and Associates who were eml make a detailed examination of our ‘ dustry, They conceded that the he. prosperity of agriculture and the foe try needed long term solutions and a adjustment program that will assure table sharing of benefits and opportu our economic growth. Discussion gro‘ unanimous that efficiency must be concern to farmers and to all outlet food industry; that planning is necessa. prove the relatiVe income position farmer while protecting the interests sumers and competitive position of on in the world market. It was generally one farm organization, well financed be structured to provide adequate re]; tion to regional and commodity interest hundred delegates from 92 OTE‘" passed resolutions to have the consulta tinue their study; to keep delegates in' of progress; and to establish a data bani! * * * After all there is one race â€" humaniti- George “ i * * HOME AND (C Canu- t monet ‘ ! Wort; \t'tcteli‘ .Vough E‘re. ‘flp in near]; :' In. Tana. arch I Jul-m I Con, pres l :trli na- :‘fttl‘ mt. and ZlCIFE "t'tXl- 'icerx ilk the tire ul TRY