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The Best Friends Edition Volume 23

SECOND HOME NEVER FORGOTTEN GIRLS AND THEIR DOLLS BEST FRIENDS FOR LIFE A FAN UNLIKE ANY OTHER MEMORIES SHARED CRESTLINES AND MORE

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"Best Friends" chorus Best Friends should be together, That's how it ought to be So let's pretend I'm part of you And you are part of me.

If I were a little shoe, I could be your heel, If I were a little pig, I would be your squeal, If I were a little peach, I would be your fuzz, If I were a bumble bee, I would be your buzz. chorus

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Second Home Irene Li '03 shares her residence stories.

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Never Forgotten Rupert's Land alumnae explain lifelong friendship with Elsie M. Bartlett.

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Girls and Their Dolls Sisters, and lifers, reflect on Balmoral Hall School's doll tradition.

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PHOTO ESSAY Best Friends for Life

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A Fan Unlike Any Other The Blazers honour Balmoral Hall staffer through annual alum hockey tournament.

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Memories Shared Alumna reunites with BH family in Vancouver.

If I were an elephant, I could be your trunk, If I were a choc'late cake, I would be a hunk, If I were a candlestick, I would be your wick, If I were an ice cream cone, I would be your lick. In every issue... chorus If I were a little bell, I would be your ring, We're the girls of Balmoral Hall, Listen to us sing. chorus This song is sung at Balmoral Hall School assemblies.

16 Crestlines 19 In Memoriam 23 The Last Word

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Volume 23 Spring 2013

Front & Back Covers

Snapshots from Reunion '87 and our Centennial Reunion in 2002

Publisher Tina Alto, Executive Director Editors Genevieve Cloutier '03, Alumnae Relations Coordinator Jennifer Pawluk, Communications Specialist Contributors Joanne Kamins, Head of School Geneviève Delaquis, Director of Advancement Chris Allinotte, Communications Specialist Peter M. Jessiman, Foundation Chair Lyn Stephen '57, School Archivist DeWayne Osborn, Guest Columnist

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Views expressed in this publication do not necessarily reflect those of Balmoral Hall School.

Balmoral Hall School 630 Westminster Avenue Winnipeg, MB R3C 3S1 Tel: (204) 784-1600 Website: www.balmoralhall.com Email: communications@balmoralhall.com

Second home

As a Grade 10 student, Irene Li '03 left her family and friends in Hong Kong in order

to enroll at Balmoral Hall School. She may not have realized at the time that she would gain a second home over the course of the next three years, but that is exactly what happened.

Living in Balmoral Hall School's residence for three years as an international student from Hong Kong, Irene Li '03 found a home away from home here — one that she has stayed connected to over the last 10 years.

Today, almost 10 years after graduating, Irene is as connected to the Balmoral Hall community as ever. She has hosted fellow alums as well as GAPpers at her home in Hong Kong many times. Her last visit to Winnipeg was in 2008, when she attended and acted as videographer for the wedding of now Director of Residence, Tracy (Smith) White. She still keeps in touch with her former roommates and others whom she became close with, including staff.

"The staff in rez are very nice and caring. Though they are not our friends, they are people who keep us safe, and they do really care for us," Irene says. "I learned in rez life that we take care of each other."

Irene Li '03 returned to Winnipeg in 2008 for a visit.

She attended Director of Residence Tracy (Smith) White's wedding and acted as videographer too.

"And since I was a rez student, I am closer to the teachers now than the day students, since I needed more help from them. As an international student, home is far away.

The teachers are all so nice and so willing to help in lots of ways. Living in rez made the school my home."

During her three years in residence, Irene met a lot of people who became important to her over time. Some of her most memorable moments at BH include time spent with her mentor family, the Zajacs, and participating in various rez activities such as horseback riding, golfing and camping.

"If I could, I would love to turn back time and stay in that moment for a little longer," Irene recalls about a particular long-weekend camping trip from her first year.

She could not imagine her life without her experiences at BH, she insists. "I am grateful... I still miss it."

"I hope other girls who are living or will live in rez in the future feel the same or even better than me when I look back at that time," Irene adds. "I hope people do support the rez program so there are more girls who can stay there and feel at home like I did." BH 3

Never forgotten Bonds between former Rupert's Land Headmistress Elsie M. Bartlett and her students remained unbreakable throughout her life.

Miss Bartlett wrote her last letter for the yearbook as Headmistress at Rupert's Land in 1950, which was the year the school amalgamated with Riverbend to form Balmoral Hall. Throughout her tenure, students regularly took up a collection, 25 cents each, in order to present her with pieces for her tea set (pictured).

She eventually gave the entire collection to one of her former students, Martha (Grimble) Innes RLS '46, who donated it to School Archives last fall.

Roots grow deep at Balmoral Hall School. What other way is there to explain a friendship between a former principal, a former teacher and a group of their former students that spanned decades?

Elsie M. Bartlett and Sylvia Turner taught at Rupert's Land for many, many years before leaving the school upon its amalgamation with Riverbend in 1950. Both went on to teach at Strathallan School in Ontario until their retirements. They had a house in Dundas, but later moved to Albright Manor in Beamsville, Ont. All the while, a few former students kept in touch with greeting cards and letters as well as frequent visits. Among them were former head girls Amy (Best) Wadley RLS '45 and Martha (Grimble) Innes RLS '46 who lived in Ontario as well. Lunch outings, shopping trips, various errands — these are just some of the ways they remained close with Miss Bartlett and Miss Turner.

"They were wonderful teachers, and you remember teachers who have made an impression. The friendships afterwards were really very nice. We got as much pleasure out of it as they did. They always appreciated everything we did," Martha remembers. "We weren't the only ones who admired them; we just happened to be close. A tremendous number of people did keep in touch."

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"A teacher in those days was a teacher, and we weren't close friends. After graduation, we became good friends, but we got to be better friends the more I visited her later in life," Amy says about her friendship with Elsie, with whom she was closer. "I enjoyed visiting her. She needed us. We all visited her as much as we could."

Both Amy and Martha had visited Elsie the day she passed away suddenly in September 1983. Martha, who lives in Mississauga, regularly visits the cemetery in Grimsby where Elsie, along with Sylvia, who died a few years before her, is buried.

Another former student, one who had been evacuated to Canada from London during WWII, Marianne (Burwood) Hollamby RLS '48, distributed her book of memoirs freely, encouraging donations to Balmoral Hall so that the Elsie M. Bartlett Fund could be set up in 1999.

Many Rupert's Land alumnae have supported this fund since, and they continue to do so to honour and remember a truly remarkable woman— one who left a lasting legacy.

To make a gift to the Elsie M. Bartlett Scholarship Fund, visit www.balmoralhall.com/give or call (204) 784-1616. BH

Girls and their dolls

If you have attended Balmoral Hall School since the mid-1970s, you will likely find a homemade doll somewhere in your home.

Since the mid-1970s, graduates of Balmoral Hall School have been given a very special parting gift from members of the Grade 11 class. Current students still share in the excitement of this tradition.

Perhaps that doll, which bears an uncanny likeness to yourself, is tucked away in a hope chest for safekeeping or rests high upon a bookshelf for all to see.

The tradition of Grade 11s gifting dolls to Grade 12s is one that has existed at Balmoral Hall for two generations now, and such a simple gesture is still cherished by students year after year.

"It's one of the first things you learn about BH; the older girls get the dolls. You wait 14 years to finally get your doll, and so it's really special when you do. The tradition is so important," stresses Grade 12 student, and lifer, Jaclyn Flom.

"Especially after making one yourself, you know what went into it so you appreciate it more," adds Kennedy Maidment, a lifer who is also in Grade 12.

Jaclyn and Kennedy are two of three Grade 12 students whose sisters – Alanna and Cassidy – are making their dolls this year; Brianna Turner is also making a doll for her sister, Allessandra. All six girls are lifers.

Cassidy is only in Grade 10 this year, but asked to make Kennedy's doll in order to continue a family tradition of sorts.

"I wouldn't even have been making a doll

From left: Grade 12s Kennedy Maidment, Allessandra Turner and Jaclyn Flom will receive dolls from their younger sisters Alanna Flom, Brianna Turner and Cassidy Maidment during our annual Doll Assembly May 31.

this year, but to be able to make Kennedy's is really nice because she made our older sister Madison's. Hopefully, our younger sister Taylor will make mine," says Cassidy.

"In our family, we can share the dolls as sisters; that personal touch is really exciting."

After a few Grade 11s chose to make dolls as gifts for certain Grade 12s in 1975, and then the following year's Grade 11s worked tirelessly to ensure that every Grade 12 student received a doll, Teresa Friesen decided to spearhead the effort that next year, 1977, as a teacher supervisor so that the tradition would live on year after year.

"I thought that it would be a really neat reminder of the school... a reminder of themselves when they were younger," explains Teresa, who retired in 2012 after 40 years of teaching at the school. "Once they make one, I think they appreciate getting one even more because they know the amount of work that has gone into it."

Following graduation, some girls take their dolls with them to university, and others leave them at home to keep their parents and siblings company while they are away. Wherever these dolls end up, memories of Balmoral Hall School, and the friends made here, go with them. BH 5

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Below: This group of mostly 2002 grads – indeed, they are all alums – supported former classmate and lifelong best friend Ashley Zajac on her wedding day as members of her bridal party. From left: Marisa Louridas, Erin Mitchell, Ashley (Zajac) Glen, Caroline Monnin, Robyn Zajac '08 and Sarah Briggs.

Above: The Class of 2003 gathered to celebrate the upcoming birth of Dana (Delapenha) Kliewer's first child, a girl.

Back (from left): Laura (Lemon) Wetton, Amy Dhillon, Dana (Delapenha) Kliewer, Genevieve Cloutier, Amanda Huminicki and Kristi Carrick. Front (from left): Christy (Kolt) Staniforth with baby Henry, Ashley (Makeiff) Hayward, Heather Irving and Julia Cloutier.

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Below: Four alums from the Class of ‘88 get together in Winnipeg with all of their kids as often as possible! Christine (Hinchliffe) Adamson lives in Winnipeg, Christine McInnes lives in Toronto, Jennifer Buechel lives in San Francisco and Marnie Hilland lives in Saskatoon.

Above: These ladies of ’66 met for lunch in spring 2013. Clockwise (from back left): Jane (Duckworth) Maksymiuk, Judy Dowler, Teddi (Wheeler) Sweatman, Susan Bracken and Pat (Glover) Bovey.

A fan unlike any other From its founding in 2006, one long-time staffer at Balmoral Hall School goes above and beyond in support of Blazers hockey.

Today, an annual alumnae get-together is held in her honour. This is the story of Gariepy Cup.

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hroughout Balmoral Hall School's 110-plus years of history, a number of gamechanging moments have set the course for future generations; one of those moments occurred recently with the establishment of the varsity prep hockey program in 2006.

Since 1990, Denise has worked in the school's administration department; currently, she is our Registrar. Her office is one of the most-visited by students and alumnae alike, especially those who play or have played hockey for the Blazers. At Balmoral Hall, she is their biggest fan.

"She is someone who is not directly associated with the team, but she was that someone in the school who we could always go to, and we knew she cared about us — win or lose. If we ever needed anything, she would be there," recalls Kristin Cockerill '09.

Bringing together talented girls from all over Manitoba, Canada and the rest of the world, Blazers prep hockey has cultivated a tradition of excellence over a short period of time. Alumnae go on to pursue studies at universities of choice worldwide while continuing to play the game they love.

Beyond that, some of them reach the highest levels of play in women's hockey, wearing the maple leaf for Team Canada, including Bailey Bram '08 and Jenelle Kohanchuk '08.

"Her commitment to our team was unbelievable, and she really cared about us. You have fans who like you when you win, but she stuck by us through everything and that's a true fan," stresses Regan Boulton '09. "Some of us lived in residence, and we didn't get to see our families often so she was always there for us with anything we needed. She actually adopted me as my mentor mom while I was at BH.... She is just a wonderful person to be around all the time."

Although these alums are now living around the world, something connects them year after year. Those memories, those friendships, those roots live on thanks to Gariepy Cup. Inaugurated in late 2007, Gariepy Cup, named for long-time administrative staff member Denise Gariepy, is an annual exhibition faceoff between current players and alumnae.

Kristin played on the Blazers prep team for three years, her first season was the program's first, and she went on to play University of Manitoba Bisons hockey for four seasons. Regan played two seasons with the Blazers, and she is in her senior year at Quinnipiac University in

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Balmoral Hall Registrar Denise Gariepy holds The Gariepy Cup, which she personally awards at the annual tournament.

Connecticut, where she was named team captain and a regional all-star this season.

Left: The inaugural Gariepy Cup was held at Winnipeg Winter Club in late 2007. With few alums of the program then, the Blazers played each other during that first tournament.

Both of them played in the first Gariepy Cup, which was organized at the time as an intrasquad tournament during a break in the team's season over the holidays. Denise presented a trophy to the winning team that Laura Solberg, then assistant coach and now scout for Team Canada, had made for the occasion. Denise continues to present the trophy each year along with The Rotten Apple, an award for the losing team.

"I love hockey! When I found out we were starting this program here, I knew I just had to be involved," explains Denise, who can regularly be found in the stands at home or away. "Travelling with the girls and getting to know them has been the greatest experience for me, because they all mean so much to me. I will always cheer loudly and proudly for the Blazers."

"Gariepy Cup was an important underpinning of the program in demonstrating that not only parents and student-athletes were important to the success of the program, but so was the support of the school and most importantly the staff of the school, including people like Denise," explains Ron Van Denakker, who was team manager at the time Gariepy Cup was established. His daughter, Tayler Van Denakker '08, played two seasons for the Blazers, as well, later tending goal for St. Cloud State University in Minnesota.

"Denise did so much for us; it's kind of a no-brainer that the event was named for her," adds Kristin, who has coordinated the event for the past few years. "For a lot of us, having been there the first year, to see it still growing and flourishing is just neat."

Right: Dozens of alums returned home for the holidays last December to gather at the 6th Annual Gariepy Cup, the most wellattended tourney yet.

"You get to see all the people you played with, and you get to meet the girls on the team," notes Kristin. "I think it adds to the importance of the team. As it's been around more and more years, it becomes more important; those roots start to grow. There is a lineage of Blazers hockey now, which is really neat to see. You come to Gariepy Cup and remember you're part of it."

"When we first started Gariepy Cup, the program was so young that there was not a significant identity that existed," says Steve Macdonald, also assistant coach at the time, joining Laura on the bench. He is now assistant coach at University of Minnesota Duluth. "Through history and honouring those who came before you, you can begin to establish that identity, what it means to be a BH Blazer."

"There were so many people who were instrumental in making this program what it is today," continues Steve. "With all the alums going in so many directions...

I believe the impact Gariepy Cup has on them will outlast their athletic abilities, and hopefully it will provide an opportunity to continue to feed those relationships that are so significant in their lives."

"It's essentially a gathering of the Balmoral Hall family.... It's a big group of people, spread out over a wide area, who get to come together and celebrate the past, the present, the future in a nice visit," says Kristin.

More than 70 alumnae, student-athletes, former and current players' parents, faculty and staff gathered last year. The 7th Annual Gariepy Cup will be held in late December, and we look forward to another memorable event. BH 9

Latest tax benefits for donors

By DeWayne Osborn, Lawton Partners

Over the past five years, there have been a series of significant legislative events that have created a happy convergence of opportunity for donors who wish to make a significant charitable gift to their favourite non-profit. While legislative changes alone should never be the sole motivation for a charitable gift, for a philanthropically inclined client facing certain financial situations later in life, a little pre-planning can save hundreds of thousands of dollars of taxation while making their philanthropic dreams come true.

So what are these opportunities? The series of important legislative changes began in 2007 when Canada Revenue Agency released a position that insurance policies may be gifted at cash surrender value (CSV) or at fair market value (FMV). Up until that time, the accepted method for valuing a gift of life insurance was to use the cash surrender value as the basis of the gift. The cash surrender value roughly represents the amount of cash in the policy that the owner could extract at any time. Under the pre-2007 rules, if the owner donated their policy to a charity, he or she might lose tens of thousands of dollars in tax savings because CSV is often considerably less than FMV. In this article, we will explore one of the opportunities these recent legislative events have provided to donors to Balmoral Hall School.

Insurance can be purchased for many reasons, and sometimes the original purpose of the insurance changes over the lifetime of the owner/donor. Quite often this change in purpose occurs at the death of a spouse. Prior to 2007, many policies would simply lapse because there was no ability to donate them, due to the fact that some contracts did not have cash surrender value and therefore were not attractive to charities.1

As an example, a “Term to 100”2 contract – one type of life insurance policy – guarantees to pay a death benefit as long as the ongoing premiums are met until the death of the insured. This is the least expensive form of insurance because the owner of the contract is basically paying the minimum premium required to sustain the policy. Unfortunately, there is no cash surrender value in the policy. However, post-2007 even zero cash surrender value policies can have substantial fair market value that can be reasonably determined by an actuary with knowledge and experience in the valuation of life insurance contracts!

In this instance, the policy now has value to the owner if he or she donates it to the school. It provides an immediate and significant tax benefit to the owner that would otherwise not exist.

—DeWayne Osborn is a guru in the planned giving industry and has won many awards for his loyalty to philanthropy.

For more information on gifts of life insurance policies or if you would like further details with regard to the content of this article – or planned giving in general – feel free to contact DeWayne Osborn directly at 1-888-944-1144 ext. 256 or dosborn@lawtonpartners.ca.

We encourage all donors to consult with their financial planner and family members when making planned gifts. If you would like more information on the ways to help Balmoral Hall School, please contact the Advancement Office at (204) 784-1615 or annualfund@balmoralhall.com.

1Prior to 2007, cash surrender value was the basis of determining the fair market value of a donation to charity.

2Note that use of fair market valuation applies to the gift of any existing insurance policy, not just a Term to 100 contract.

Miss Beverley Sharman Scholarship Fund Through the vision and generosity of a Balmoral Hall School alumna, the Miss Beverley Sharman Scholarship Fund has been created recently.

This fund was established to honour Miss Sharman, a former teacher who taught at Rupert’s Land and Balmoral Hall for many years.

She devoted her life to the sciences and her students' success. This scholarship will be awarded to a returning student entering Grade 12 who has shown the greatest improvement in chemistry.

The fund’s founder is confident other alums will also wish to contribute, and she is offering to match contributions made to the fund (to a maximum of $10,000) before Dec. 31, 2013.

Increase the impact of your gift — donate now and see it doubled!

Please visit www.balmoralhall.com/give or call (204) 784-1616 today.

EXCELLENCE. POTENTIAL. INNOVATION. CREATIVITY. CONFIDENCE. COMPASSION. DREAMS. COMMUNITY. FRIENDSHIPS.

These girls are best friends.

At Balmoral Hall School, they are able to start building a strong foundation to last a lifetime.

They feel comfortable here. As they empower each other to take risks and pursue their dreams, your support enhances an environment that nurtures their growth.

Together, we can make a difference in their lives.

Make your gift today!

(204) 784-1616 www.balmoralhall.com/give

A Message from our Foundation Chair In

recent months, you may have become aware that there is a renewed effort within our community to promote and grow The Balmoral Hall School Foundation. As recently appointed Chair of the foundation, I thought I'd share with you a few details about where it came from and what it aims to achieve in the future.

Peter M. Jessiman Balmoral Hall School Foundation Chair

Years ago, thanks to the efforts and vision of former Balmoral Hall Board Chair William "Bill" Watchorn and a number of other board members at the time, The Balmoral Hall School

Foundation was created. Unlike the school’s Annual Fund, which provides important funding for more immediate needs, the foundation was created to deal with projects of a long-term nature as well as scholarships and bursaries. To put it simply, the foundation holds, invests and manages all capital raised without ever distributing any of the original "principal" amount. As the funds are invested, they generate interest income, and a percentage of this income is ultimately disbursed each year. We refer to the various funds within the foundation collectively as the Balmoral Hall School Endowment Fund.

In the years since its creation, funds donated to the foundation have been ably managed by The Winnipeg Foundation. Recently, after reaching a major funding milestone, it was decided that we would establish our own infrastructure, formally organizing a team of dedicated volunteers to assist in both the promotion of the foundation and the management and oversight of its funds. I am proud to be leading this effort, and I look forward to formally introducing members of the foundation team as we grow.

From left: Executive Director Tina Alto, former teacher and endowment fund creator Ms Fulton Baillie and Head of School Joanne Kamins at Singing her Praises, a foundation event held in support of Balmoral Hall School's Terry Fulton Baillie Scholarship Fund last month.

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great suggestions and for all offers to assist in any way possible.

Last month, we held our first foundation fundraising event.

On April 13, 2013, more than 50 generous supporters enjoyed a private performance by none other than BH alumna, Juno Award winning singer/songwriter and philanthropist Chantal Kreviazuk ‘91. Chantal's performance was spectacular, and we are extremely grateful that she so generously donated her time and talents. Almost $50,000 was raised in one evening, thanks to many other donors, with proceeds supporting our Terry Fulton Baillie Scholarship Fund. Ms Fulton Baillie, a favourite teacher of countless alums, was feted and praised all evening by everyone, including Chantal, her former student. Thanks again to everyone who made this inaugural event such a huge success! We look forward to future events in support of other funds within the foundation umbrella.

An investment in The Balmoral Hall School Foundation is truly an investment in the long-term success of the school and our wonderful students. There are numerous ways To get things started, we held a that individual donors or families can very well-attended luncheon at the make contributions to the foundation, school to share with former board and we will be educating and informing members the status of the foundation our loyal BH community about all of while hearing their ideas as to these in the coming months. things we can do to grow the entity successfully. I would like to thank all who joined us last fall for their many

Singing her Praises I started the Terry Fulton Baillie Scholarship Fund in hopes that one day a rural student interested in an all-girls' education and math would be able to have their full tuition paid. –Terry Fulton Baillie

In April, The Balmoral Hall School Foundation held its inaugural fundraising event to enrich the Terry Fulton Baillie Scholarship Fund with proceeds supporting rural students with need and a love for math. From left: Terry Fulton Baillie, Chantal Kreviazuk '91, Foundation Chair Peter Jessiman and wife, Dana, and sister, Heather (Jessiman) Partridge '90.

I imagine my life sometimes without the belief of others, without opportunities to learn and grow.

I am only in a position to give back because of all the incredible chances others have taken on me.

It fills me with joy and honours me to know that a young woman's life will potentially change, and so will the world, as a result of an opportunity to attend Balmoral Hall and grow under the leadership of an incredible mathematics program. –Chantal Kreviazuk '91

From left: Carrie Shenkarow '91, Chantal Kreviazuk '91 and Marnie (Smith) Easton '91 reunited at the intimate evening fundraiser hosted by the Jessimans on April 13, 2013. Chantal performed on piano, and she shared stories about Ms Fulton Baillie throughout her set. More than 50 supporters attended this landmark event, which allowed the fund to double in size. The first award will be distributed as of the 2013-14 school year.

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Memories shared

What will you discover at your next Balmoral Hall School reception?

Reunions and receptions are an

important part of alumnae relations at Balmoral Hall School. To maintain relationships with former classmates, alumnae are encouraged to attend the myriad of events hosted in any given year across the country. Sometimes, a reunion experience surprises attendees in the most delightfully unexpected ways.

Former Head Girl Nora (Anne) (Richards) Francis Gr. 11 '53 shared the following anecdote after a recent reception in Vancouver.

“Despite having accepted the invitation I was so tempted that day not to go. After a certain age, what used to be small efforts become events for hard decision and revision, and it was only out of desire for approbation from my child who urged me to 'give it five minutes' that I called the taxi instead of following my strong instinct to email regrets.”

“I confess that I was momentarily dismayed when I first entered the place, but the minute I was at the entrance of the reception room I was met with such warmth. I was made to feel so immediately comfortable that I had no thought of leaving!”

"I sat by two wonderful women, and I spent almost the entire time with these same two people. I had not previously known Sally (Spohn) Zaplatynsky ’66 and Jeannie (Riley) Senft ‘67, but we very quickly discovered that we had more in common than being alumnae of the same school. There were 14

From left: Nora (Anne) (Richards) Francis Gr. 11 '53, Jeannie (Riley) Senft '67 and Sally (Spohn) Zaplatynsky '66 connected at a Vancouver alumnae reception organized by Balmoral Hall School this past winter.

other shared relationships, ones with people important to each of us, which were quite apart from school connections. I spent a relaxed and happy time exchanging experiences with them, and I realized I was very happy I attended."

"As we age, the past becomes important.

Suddenly we realize this school is part of us.”

"It is connections we suddenly see as being so very important. In our struggle for independence, and our struggle to proclaim individual identity after we graduate, some of us try so hard to sever connections. Then, suddenly, that very identity we were looking for rises up and claims a need to know who and what it really is — what might be at its foundation.

When people like me get a notice about

a reunion, we ask ourselves if we want to go or not. We just don't know the answer until, sometimes, after the fact. This time I went. This time I won hugely." BH Are you hoping to reconnect with your peers in a celebration of the past? Maybe you wish to make some new friends right now in the present? Perhaps you are interested in hearing all about the exciting things that are happening at the school lately and in the future?

Please contact Genevieve Cloutier, Alumnae Relations Coordinator, at (204) 784-1616 or alumnae@balmoralhall.com or to stay up-to-date with all reunion and reception news. "Like" Balmoral Hall School Alumnae on Facebook today. We love to see and hear from you!

Homecoming 2013 Save the date!

All-Schools Reunion Weekend Sept. 20-22, 2013 All alumnae welcome!

Balmoral Hall, Rupert's Land and Riverbend alumnae from the classes of 2008, 2003, 1998, 1993, 1988, 1983, 1978, 1973, 1968, 1963, 1958, 1953, 1948, 1943, 1938 and 1933 invited.

'63 Grade reps needed!

Contact our Alumnae Office at alumnae@balmoralhall.com or (204) 784-1616 if you are interested in helping to gather your classmates together or plan the event.

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Cailey Hay ‘11 I am currently finishing my second year at University of British Columbia as a member of the women's ice hockey team (No. 17). The Thunderbirds captured the CanWest championship this season, beating defending national champions, the University of Calgary Dinos.

Tori Williams ’11

else. My teammates and the staff here at UND are amazing, almost comparable to the ones at BH. I am majoring in psychology and minoring in French and am enjoying it. A big thanks to BH for helping me get where I am today. I wouldn't be here without the support of my BH family.

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Maya Seshia ‘98

Kristle Calisto-Tavares ‘99

Ph.D. candidate Maya Seshia is the recipient of a 2013 Kule Institute for Advanced Study (KIAS) Doctoral Dissertation Completion Award.

The award provides KIAS Doctoral Scholars the opportunity to concentrate on completing their dissertation free from employment commitments.

Over the course of her doctoral studies, Maya's research has been supported by a SSHRC Joseph-Armand Bombardier CGS Doctoral Scholarship and an lzaak Walton Killam Memorial Scholarship.

Congratulations, Maya!

I would love to support the next

Ashley Fredette ‘09 I was in the Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Winnipeg's production of The Mikado from April 24-27 at Pantages Playhouse. The show was a success. Please come out and support other productions!

I've just started my second practicum block teaching in a kindergarten/nursery classroom in the inner city. I'm really enjoying it and looking forward to my (hopefully) final year of university next year and being a teacher! If anyone needs any kind of volunteer help in the classroom or anything just for me to gain more experience in the school environment I’d definitely love to help! I'm also going to Paris, Rome, Amsterdam and London this summer for a

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Roxanne Ilagan ‘08

Heading into my third year at the University of North Dakota playing for their women's hockey team has been an incredible experience.

I wouldn't want to be anywhere

wedding. I would love to be in touch with any alums out there from my generation! Looking forward to homecoming in September!

Leah works as a research engineer with the Concordia Joint Replacement Group at the Concordia Hospital. She recently had her abstract accepted into the largest Orthopaedic conference in North America in San Antonio.

Leah then won first place at the Three-Minute Thesis competition for her presentation entitled Engineering A Synovial Fluid Analogue for the WearTesting of Orthopaedic Bearing Materials. Congratulations on this wonderful accomplishment in 2013!

mentor. I am often not able to give back through events that take place at the school as I now live full-time in Toronto.

However, as a BH lifer and individual who has lived the BH values, I would love to share my "journey as a social entrepreneur" with students.

Since launching my socialpurpose business, Inspired Practice, back in 2007, I have had the privilege to support many conscientious entrepreneurs and enterprising not-for-profit organizations in profitable change-making.

In the last two years, I have worked with more than 120 young innovators from 40 countries to develop the skills and competencies required to create a future for themselves that balances their social values with career ambition. Many of the steps on my journey circle back to the learning and doing that took place while at BH. I would certainly love to share that impact but also offer students insight into how I continue to redefine the field of entrepreneurship and social change.

Emily Miller ‘97 I have recently relocated to Florence Italy to complete my Masters in Fashion Trend Forecasting at Polimoda.

This is one of the top fashion education entities in Italy and the world, and upon graduation this coming December I will be the first Canadian in the world to hold this designation as the Masters has only been offered by this school and this will be its third year.

Crestlines Catriona Macfarlane-Davies ’95 My husband and I are currently living in Guelph, ON and loving it! After all these years, I've become an entrepreneur and opened my own public relations writing and strategic planning business, Macfarlane Communications.

It's a challenge, but I love the satisfaction of developing a company’s brand and seeing the excitement on their faces when their business expands exponentially.

On the personal front, we're looking for a new house and are spending countless hours training for this year's Toronto Marathon while our dogs glow with happiness running at our side.

I hope everyone is well and I'd love to connect with alumnae in the area. I would also be happy to mentor any new graduates looking for guidance in communications.

Allison Boulton ’93 It’s been quite an adventure since I packed up and left Vancouver in September 2011 to move to Shanghai for my MBA. I studied with incredible people from more than 40 countries, realized that my brain is still capable of absorbing new theories, that some people ask even more questions than I do, and that Mandarin is a really, really hard language to learn!

I’m thrilled to tell you that I am now living in Shanghai and working throughout China in the wine industry. They aren’t letting me stomp on the grapes just yet, so I’m in marketing and sales for an importer/distributor that I initially worked with in BC ~ the saying about how “the more things change, the more they stay the same” rings true for me. I have a cute little apartment in the former French concession and I’ve just started biking to get around the city – yes I wear a helmet! (One of the 4 cyclists in China that do).

Hoping the grads of 1993 can come together for a reunion this summer!

Photo: As an MBA grad, I was honoured to be chosen by my classmates to give the commencement speech.

Nicolette Rieger ’91

I just recently became a certified ThetaHealer and am about to take my advanced training.

I currently dance with the Prairie Dancers, which is a collaborative contemporary dance group that puts on two shows a year. I choreographed a piece for our February show and am going to be choreographing three pieces for the June 13, 2013 show.

I spent several months last year touring with a children's theatre company across Canada and the United States, Koba Entertainment, and the show I was in was Huckle Cat and Lowly Worm's Busytown Busy by Richard Scarry.

I work at Empire Theatres Grant Park 8 as a supervisor, but am about to start working as a driver for a stretcher service for the City of Winnipeg which transports patients from home to the hospital, etc.

I enjoy my aerial dance classes that also include single hoop and trapeze and we had a show in May. I had the wonderful chance of working as a dancer in Mira Black's ('90) show last May and have been asked to return as a dancer in her upcoming June show for the Winnipeg Jazz Festival.

Mira (Sahay) Black ’90 After a five-year sojourn around the world and back again, 1990

grad and proud Braemar member, Mira Black has come home. Look for her new show June 22, 2013 at the Winnipeg Jazz Festival. www.mirablack.com

1980s A.J. (Amy Jane) (Bradley) Brown ‘85 I will be in the Fair in the Square on May 26, 2013 from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.

This is at the Cenotaph in Vancouver, bordered by Pender, Hamilton, Hastings and Cambie. Please stop by and see my art!

Lynn (Premachuk) Braun ’82 Thank you for putting on our 30th reunion in 2012 so I could reconnect with Elena Palacios, my good friend from boarding.

Photo: Me and Elena in Mexico City in March 2013 attending the Sebastian Foundation Charity Gala.

Lois Krahn ‘81 As a professor of psychiatry, I

was named to a four-year term on the Mayo Clinic Board of Governors and the Mayo Clinic Board of Trustees. Mayo Clinic is a health care network with 60,000 employees, including approximately 3,800 physicians and scientists, with major sites in Rochester, MN, Phoenix, AZ and Jacksonville, FL. It includes the Mayo Clinic College of Medicine, which is comprised of five separate schools.

1970s Liz Cherewan-Watson ‘77 In March 2012, I was diagnosed with advanced colon cancer. This cancer does not come with a membership or any pretty club like the pink breast cancer groups, yet it is ranked as the No. 2 cancer. Sadly, no one likes to discuss it.

In the past year, I have undergone extensive medical treatments and am pleased to report that the cancer has been surgically removed while chemotherapy and radiation are intended to help take care of any residual and future cancer.

I was told I have the slow growing kind that has been developing for about 10-15 years. That would mean at around age 37-42 the cancer began, yet it was not detected nor diagnosed until age 52.

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Crestlines continued from previous page Now that I am the family benchmark, my daughters are on notice to begin their testing around age 35. To my knowledge, no one in my family has had cancer — heart problems, yes, but cancer, no.

I had few symptoms, and was totally taken by surprise.

I am sharing this most personal information with fellow BH alums in hopes that everyone will seriously consider preventative measures such as early testing — perhaps the dreaded colonoscopy (which is really a fairly easy procedure), as well as any other tests recommended by health care practitioners. To give you an example of what early detection could have been for me, the colonoscopy as both a test and treatment would be the only procedure I needed versus 3 surgeries, 20 rounds of chemo and a short course of radiation. So my message is this: do not put off early detection, get tested. Wishing everyone good health and best wishes.

As you can see, Kay is very close with her granddaughters, current BH students Danielle ‘17 and Samantha ’13 Moreau.

Jane Moody '64 I'm still a practicing energy healer in Halifax, with a son, Josh, in medical school at Dalhousie.

My daughter Maggie has had a remarkable recovery from a head on collision five years ago and is happy living in San Diego.

Due to a brain injury, we still do not know if she can work but she had her first interviews in April. A new step-grandson arrived this past Christmas in Vancouver.

Greetings to all old classmates and schoolmates. I hope everyone is well. I have found youthful energy and spark again thanks to juicing and turmeric!

Bea (Nichol) MacKay ’62

1960s Kay (Alexander) Shawcross ‘65 Photo: At our 50th reunion, the six of us enjoyed catching up with each other, reminiscing about our experiences at BH and hearing about our other classmates. From left: Julia (Berry) Melnyk, Diane

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(McNaughton) Bowles, Signy Hansen, Linda (Miller) Martin, me and Dilys (White) Machej.

1950s Helen (Smith) Pearce ’59

Photo: With my husband at my side, I was presented with the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee Medal on February 10, 2013 for my contribution to the life of the Royal Canadian Legion by the education of students and the wider community.

Lords each week, so although we are the age of grandparents, life doesn’t seem to slow down very much! We have three grown-up children and two grandchildren who will be 15 in May who are at school in Glasgow. We look forward to the Commonwealth Games, which will be held in Glasgow in 2014, and hope there will be good Canadian representation! I am still trying to catch up with my poor French by going to French conversation every week!

Cathy (Young) Montrose Gr. 11 ‘52 I am married to a Scot who commutes to the House of

Jocelyn (Highmoor) Ryles RLS ’43

Photo: Me with my granddaughter Brianne Reid and my grandson Andrew Fast.

I left Winnipeg in 1960 and moved with my husband and young family to Toronto. But in June 2009, in our so-called “golden years," we decided to move again to a country setting in Hillier, Prince Edward County, ON. Here we settled into a new addition, to an existing farm house that my son and his wife bought and renovated for a B&B, while they developed, and now operate, a diverse lavender farm and retail boutique that attracts increasing numbers of visitors during the growing seasons. There are now some 25 different types of colourful lavender plants growing in a sea of four acres of pink, white, blue to purple blooms. Last July, the first Lavender Festival attracted over 700 visitors in two days to see and smell the fragrant displays and products.

A second Lavender Festival will be held July 6-7, 2013. We welcome all Balmoral Hall gals if they are coming this way!

Elspeth (Young) Nickerson RLS Gr. 11 ‘45

Mary (Bays) Gardner RLS Gr. 11 ’42

I'm grateful for good health and am still giving piano lessons here in Malibu, CA. I also enjoy my seven-year-old grandson, who's becoming a good

I have lived in Victoria for the last 25 years. I was a boarder at Rupe for two years so hello to any of my classmates or boarders who might remember me!

1940s Carolyn (Dowler) Graham RIV Gr. 11 ’48 Recently, we had a lovely Easter dinner at my daughter’s home, Jennifer (Reid) Fast ’76.

Jill (Herrick) Dunbar Gr. 11 ‘54 My biggest crestline is that I moved recently, and as I said to my sons and grands, next time I move it will be in a "bag"!

My husband, Terry, died last April. I miss him terribly. Having worked as a grief counsellor with one of the local funeral homes, it does not help when it is your loved one who has died.

baseball player. I'm always impressed by the outstanding achievements of our alumnae and the growth the school.

In Memoriam

Sarah Mackness ‘96

At University Hospital in London, ON on October 17, 2008, in her 30th year, following a long and valiant struggle with her demons, Sarah passed away. Mourned by her family: daughter Jacqueline, sister Michelle, brother Andrew and parents Denise and William.

Sarah is greatly loved and sorrowfully missed by us all.

May she now rest in peace, and may God bless her.

Else (Albertsen) Manz '58 Else, born in Carman, MB, passed away on January 14 of this year. She was a student at BH from 1954 to 1958. She became a live-in student at St. Boniface Hospital in September 1958 and graduated (with several awards) in June 1961 as an RN. In 1965 she received her B.Sc. (Nursing) in Saskatoon at the University of Saskatchewan.

Upon being diagnosed with Parkinson's at about age 54, Else's initial focus was to learn everything she could about the disease. She then became an educator and spokesperson for the Parkinson's Society of SK. Else's recognition as an Educator Leader led to her appointment to the National Education Symposium in 2007 followed by a position on the national education committee. She was a

recipient of the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal.

Nancy White ‘58 Nancy Jean White passed away peacefully on February 9, 2012 at home surrounded by her family and beloved pets after a courageous battle with cancer. Born in Winnipeg, she was the daughter of the late Lt. Colonel Franklyn E. and Hester E. White. Nancy was a graduate of McGill University in Montreal.

She worked as a mental health program specialist for the New York State Office of Mental Health for 20 years. Nancy enjoyed Sunday brunches with her daughter and spoiling her rescued animals. She was also an avid reader and proud member of the fellowship for more than 20 years. Nancy is survived by her daughter, Kirsten E. (Daniel) White-Levin of Albany.

Judith (Smith) Heinrich Gr. 11 ‘55 On October 2, 2012, after a courageous battle with cancer, Judith passed away.

Judy was born on January 22, 1939 in Winnipeg. A loving and engaged wife, mother and grandmother, she was well loved and will be profoundly missed by her husband of 52 years, children

and grandchildren. Toronto residents since 1969, Judy and John spent their retirement years between Beaver Valley in Ontario and Ajijic, Mexico.

Judy gardened, decorated and entertained to her heart's content in both of her homes.

Mary Elizabeth (Thornton) Lee Gr. 11 ‘55 After a wonderful, adventurous life, Mary Elizabeth Lee went to be with her Lord and Saviour from the comfort of her home in Perth, ON on July 8, 2012 surrounded by the love of her family. She grew up in Winnipeg, attending Balmoral Hall School and enrolling in the University of Manitoba following grade 11.

Mary passed away of cancer peacefully in her home with her three daughters and one granddaughter by her side.

Norma Gray RIV ‘49 Norma passed away at the Grace Hospital on March 21, 2012, after a lengthy battle with cancer. Norma was born September 20, 1931, the daughter of Alice and Norman Gray. She was educated in Winnipeg and Vancouver, and worked for many years in the automobile industry, retiring from Birchwood GM in 1995. She was a member of Broadway First Baptist Church.

Isabel Rife RIV Gr. 11 ‘49 A pioneer in establishing transitional housing for women in need, leader in her church and community, advocate for adult education, and lifelong volunteer Isabel died unexpectedly on March 10, 2011.

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Sheila (Young) Zimmerman RLS Gr. 11 ‘48 Alumna of Rupert’s Land, Sheila passed away in June, 2009 after an illness.

She and her husband, Bill, had moved to the Sechelt Peninsula, B.C. about 10 years earlier from Ottawa.

(Bill passed away a year before Sheila.) They loved being beside the ocean and made many new friends there. Sheila received her B.A. in Liberal Arts from the University of Manitoba, and later worked for a time with the Canadian government.

She is survived by their three children, Katherine Shewchuk, John Zimmerman and Frances Findlay.

Clare (Carruthers) Pepler RIV ‘44 On February 24, 2012, Clare passed away in her long-time home of Toronto, ON.

After a short illness, Jocelyn passed away peacefully in her sleep at the Victoria Hospital, surrounded by family, on April 13, 2013. Joc was born and raised in Winnipeg. She spent her summers at the lake in Whytewold and Matlock, where she made many lifelong friends.

Her friendships from all areas of her life were paramount and truly proved that no one is too old to make new friends. All who knew her could count on her for great conversation, lively parties, and a good belly laugh.

She will be truly missed.

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In Memoriam Crestlines continued from previous page She worked for the C.P.R. for 38 years, and during that time she became the first woman supervisor of reclaims at Windsor Station in Montreal.

She worked and lived in Montreal until her retirement.

Following retirement, Venetta was a member of the arthritic self-help group for years, and she had been for a number of years a social convener of the group. As well, she was an active member of the Order of the Eastern Star Jubilee Chapter until her health prohibited her participation in both activities. She led an active, full life in which she had many interests. She travelled extensively throughout the world until she wasn’t capable.

Her mind was still active and vibrant; she participated and kept up with current events and stayed focused on many of her interests as well as up to date with loved ones lives.

Thelma (Draper) McKay RLS Gr. 11 ‘40

When it was time to prepare an obituary for Thelma, we went looking for the right photograph. One nomination: the picture of a beautiful girl, about 14, with a face framed in waves of thick black hair pushed back off her forehead.

She wears the Rupert's Land College uniform, and she gazes out of the picture with dark, solemn eyes. The photograph was probably taken in 1937 or 1938 — several years into the decade of depression that especially plagued Western Canada. Thelma died on January 14, 2013 of aspiration pneumonia, a consequence of the Alzheimer's Disease she suffered from by greater and greater degrees for over a decade. She had been a resident of Cummer Lodge for the last four years, where she was well cared for; many of her family were there with her at the end of her life. She leaves behind Donald Douglas McKay, her husband and constant companion of 65 years, her three children and her seven grandchildren.

With profound sadness, the family of Ruby Mary Ashdown announces that she has passed on October 30, 2012 to her reward with the grace and dignity she displayed throughout her life. Ruby is survived by her sons and daughter, her grandchildren and one great-grandchild. Ruby was born and raised in Dauphin, MB and in the midst of the depression the family moved to Winnipeg and settled on Baltimore Road. Her father, an Icelandic immigrant, was a successful manufacturer's agent and her mother was a nurse. In Winnipeg, Ruby was enrolled at Riverbend School, which she enjoyed immensely, and where she made wonderful, lifelong friendships.

Eloise (Edmond) Hunt RIV Gr. 11 ’39

Ruby (Benidickson) Ashdown RIV Gr. 11 ’39

On August 24, 2012 at Riverview Health Centre, Eloise Hunt peacefully passed away. Eloise was born and raised in Winnipeg,

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attended Riverbend School for Girls, Kelvin High School and University of Manitoba School of Social Work.

She enjoyed holidays at Whytewold as a child and Lake of the Woods in later years. She was a member of St. George’s Church, P.E.O. and University Women’s Club. She was a great supporter of the arts and CBC, a voracious reader, traveler, a lifelong learner and enjoyed family singalongs around the piano. She will be known for her intellect and incredible memory.

Maude Walter RLS Gr. 11 ‘39 On June 19, 2011, Maude died at Health Sciences Centre at the age of 90 years.

Frances (Foster) Harris RLS Gr. 11 ‘38 Mum's funeral was March 30, 2013.

A beautiful service.

Amongst many hymns, we sang Blake's Jerusalem.

I thought about our student days. All family alums were present plus Nancy (Culver) Laughton ‘69 and Margaret (Killick) Ramsay RLS ‘47.

Sad to be an orphan now but pretty lucky to keep my Mum until she was almost 92.

—Susan Foster Gr. 11 ’63

Ferne (Lount) (Stovel) Rose RIV Gr. 11 ’38

On September 30, 2012, at the age of 91, Ferne passed away peacefully at Riverview Health Centre. Left to cherish Ferne’s memory, among others, is her daughter Leslie (Stovel) Sprange ’67 and granddaughter Ashleigh Sprange ’01. On October 31, 1920, Ferne was born to Frank and Annette Lount in Portage la Prairie, MB. The family later moved to Winnipeg where she attended Linwood School, Riverbend School and the University of Manitoba, while spending summers at Lake of the Woods. She will be remembered for her feisty spirit, incredible determination, and infectious laugh.

Gabrielle Sagar-Fenton RLS ‘38 Gabrielle passed away on August 14, 2012, peacefully with her family around her in England. continued on next page

In Memoriam Crestlines continued from previous page Gabrielle (Gay) was born in London, England in February 1920 and the family moved to Winnipeg for a few years but finally settled in Cornwall in 1932. Gay’s ruling passions were for animals and the arts.

Her talent for drawing led her to enrol in Penzance Arts School where she received a formal classical education in art. She was also dedicated to the theatre, and social work later in life. She will be missed by many.

Joan (Francis) Sheppard RLS ‘38 Joan passed at home in Collingwood, ON on January 30, 2012 in her 90th year. Joan was born in Montreal. She lived for many years in Winnipeg before her family moved to Nottingham in 1938. She was an accomplished athlete — Manitoba springboard diving champion, Games Captain of Rupert's Land College, ballet dancer, gymnast, beautiful swimmer and skater. She was also a pianist and lover of the arts and literature. During the Second World War, Joan worked at Canada House in London. In 1946, she returned to Canada as a War Bride and young mother to live in Toronto.

Joan will be remembered for her passion for animals, her sense of humour, her personal strength and her love for her family and friends.

Ruby (White) Traill RLS Gr. 11 ‘38 Ruby passed on March 7, 2012 in Victoria at age 91.

She had been suffering from Alzheimer’s disease for some time. She always spoke fondly of her school in Winnipeg.

Frances (Hunt) Andras RLS Gr. 11 ‘37 Frances passed peacefully at the age of 90, in Vancouver in 2010. Fran was a wonderful wife, mother, and friend. A terrific hostess, it was her pleasure to provide occasions for celebration and comfort.

She did so, as she lived her life, with style, humour and guts. At the same time, she was in essence a modest and good Christian woman.

Eve (Rogers) Auer RLS Gr. 11 ‘36 Eve passed suddenly, but peacefully, on May 5, 2012, in her 93rd year in Vancouver. Survived by her loving family, son Don (Judy) Lindholm, daughter Sally (Ken) Losinski, grandchildren, great grandchildren and several nieces, nephews and cousins.

Elizabeth (Dailley) Lister RIV Gr. 11 ‘33 Peacefully at home, in Niagaraon-the-Lake, after a long and

happy life, “Betsy” passed away on June 30, 2012. ”Betsy” was past chair of The May Court Club, co-chair of The United Way, chair of the Women’s Committee and the Acquisitions Committee of the Art Gallery — all in London, ON. She was a wonderful mother with a wicked sense of humour, an enthusiastic golfer, sailor, gardener, artist, bridge player and hostess.

Elsie (Proctor) Castle RLS ’33 Elsie passed away peacefully after a well-lived life of 98 years on February 17, 2013.

Elsie attended Rupert’s Land College. Upon graduation from business training, she began work for the R.M. of Woodlands, assisting her father, who was secretarytreasurer.

Elsie secured employment with the Northern Trust Company and A. Jackman Fur Company in Winnipeg over the years.

In 1965, the Castles retired to Kingston Row and in later years, she enjoyed games with her friends at Lions Manor. Elsie derived a lifelong pleasure from growing and sharing plants.

Jean (McSherry) Little RLS Gr. 11 ‘32 On October 7, 2012, suddenly but peacefully at Dumfries Infirmary, Jean passed away.

Kay (Moore) Gimpel RLS ’32 Kay passed on March 19, 2009 at the age of 95 after a very fulfilled and exciting life, including working for the Special Operations Executive – a wartime British sabotage organization set up by Winston Churchill in 1940 – as an interpreter and liaison for Allied agents behind enemy lines.

More about Kay's life story at www.balmoralhall.com/portal.

Barbara (Pentland) Huberman RLS Gr. 11 ‘27 Distinguished composer, Dr. Barbara L. Pentland, 88, peacefully passed on February 5, 2000, at her Vancouver home. Born in Winnipeg in 1912, Pentland's innovative and daring compositions explored new areas of contemporary music and continue to inspire experimental composers today.

Pentland's accolades included the Order of Canada (1989), the Order of BC (1993), an honorary doctorate of law from the University of Manitoba (1976) and an honorary degree from Simon Fraser University (1985). She received the Diplome dHonneur for her outstanding contribution to the arts in Canada and cofounded the Canadian League of Composers.

Barbara’s academic career began at the Toronto Conservatory of Music (1948-49). Between 1949-63

she was a professor of theory and composition for University of British Columbia’s music department.

Staff Ms Eugenie Andresen Born March 25, 1921, she passed away peacefully on January 2, 2007 at the Charleswood Care Centre.

Mrs. Elizabeth (Betty) Law

It is with heavy hearts that we announce the sudden passing of our mother and grandmother, Elizabeth (Betty) Law on October 22, 2012 at Concordia Hospital. She was a hard worker and was employed throughout most of her adult life. The one job she enjoyed most was being a school librarian (Balmoral Hall School in the 1980s) for it provided the perfect outlet for her love of books and great affection for children.

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In recognition of the fulfilling and rewarding education of my granddaughters, daughter and myself at BH, I'm very pleased to host friends and family from all eras at Lake of the Woods this summer.

–Gail (Burrows) Cipryk '57

When I return home to Canada to be with my family, Lake of the Woods is my first destination. There are generations of our family rooted beneath those pines. And my extended Balmoral Hall family is so wonderfully represented there as well....

It's like a school reunion every summer!

I'm so proud of BH that I thought we should share it with all our family and friends at Lake of the Woods.

–Ashleigh Banfield '85

Alums, spouses, current and former parents, faculty, staff and students welcome!

–Nancy Cipryk '86

The Last Word Many of our offices and classrooms at Balmoral Hall School have become a home away

from home for the more than two dozen faculty and staff members who have been here for 10-plus years. Inspiring girls to excel, to reach, to lead has become a professional passion for those of us who have dedicated much of our careers to the school.

Everything about this issue of The Portal echoes the lyrics to "Best Friends," our school song. After all these years, I am continually moved by the stories we have to share within such a well-connected community. What is it about Balmoral Hall that sparks lasting friendships amongst alumnae, faculty, staff and parents such as those you have read about on these pages? Offering comprehensive girls' education in an environment that encourages our students to be compassionate, principled and engaged has a powerful effect.

BH girls are critical thinkers who develop a keen awareness of the world around them.

Their friendships span generations and continents. I am so pleased we can all share in their triumphs and help each other through difficult times as well. What we accomplish inside these walls goes beyond university prep; we are building a network of support that lasts a lifetime.

Head of School

Get in touch today!

White Dress Photos Thank you to everyone who sent us their white dress photos in 2012! However, we are still missing white dress photos from the following years: Rupert’s Land 1928, 1929, 1932 and 1933, Riverbend 1937, 1940 and 1949 and Balmoral Hall 1978. Contact us at (204) 784-1616 or alumnae@balmoralhall.com if you have a copy you could scan, lend or donate to us.

Update your Contact Information Have you recently moved, married, changed phone numbers or email addresses?

Help us make sure future editions of The Portal and other alumnae communications reach you.

Contact us at (204) 784-1616 or alumnae@balmoralhall.com with any updates to your information.

Check out The Portal Online In addition to the content featured in this edition of The Portal, more content will be added throughout the year. Visit our website at www.balmoralhall.com/portal.

Thirty-one faculty and staff members at Balmoral Hall School have reached a milestone of 10-plus years.

Back (from left): Jennifer McDonald, Tracy White, Darlene Sveinson, Jodi Hafenbrak, Roma Hanson, Denise Gariepy, Richard Ndlovu, Nancy Leigh, Bev Flackman, Ketri Wilkes, Vicky Jordan, Heather Naughten-Baxter, Leslie Sprange and Tracy Burston. Front (from left): Tina Alto, Jennifer Kirk, Sharla Chochinov, Judith Steek, Joan Christie, Jane MacKenzie, Dave Zimmerman, Joanne Kamins, Stevan Leipsic, Sheila Hunter, Marilyn Bowles, Lois McGill, Joanie Sheps and Signy Thordarson.

Missing: Geneviève Delaquis, Gary Gaudry and Jill Trickett.

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Whether it's helping out as a mentor or providing assistance at events, we need your support! To find out about current volunteer opportunities, please contact us at (204) 784-1616 or alumnae@balmoralhall.com.

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