Governance

We meet monthly to discuss and develop activities to stimulate interest in areas of education, from local to international, from personal to public, and from early childhood to the elderly. The Committee encourages collaboration with similar groups within the UWCV and the community. Education is a lifelong journey. New members are welcome.

The Finance Committee provides financial review, approval, and guidance regarding safeguarding the financial assets and liabilities of the Club and HHPF. The Committee oversees and recommends as required to the respective Boards fiscal policy, capital expenditures, extraordinary expenditures, and investment policy. 

The House Committee is committed to maintaining the buildings, contents, and grounds of Hycroft, a designated heritage property. Planning is coordinated by the House Chair and General Manager and executed by sub-committees and appointed planning teams in cooperation with the staff. 

The Garden Committee members are caretakers for our wonderful property that has numerous heritage trees, large rhododendrons, marvelous magnolia and many flowering shrubs. With the help and advice of our gardeners (of over 40 years) and arborists, also of longstanding, our ongoing goal is to return the garden to its Edwardian roots. The committee meets on the first Monday of the month and, from time to time, committee members participate in work parties, primarily to prune and weed. The committee welcomes new members.

The House Furnishings Committee is responsible for the maintenance and placement of any movable objects or furniture in the house and functions as a sub-committee of the House Committee. It would be much appreciated if members who notice any decorative objects or furniture that need cleaning, repair, or maintenance bring that to our attention. Feel free to e-mail us or leave a note to our attention with the office.

The UWCV Archives contain a treasure trove of information about the Club, HHPF, TFE, CFUW, and the history of Hycroft and the McRae family. Donations of minutes and other records are essential. Researchers’ questions are welcomed, and their schedules are always accommodated. Please call for an appointment. The committee is also responsible for formal group tours of Hycroft– for the benefit of HHPF. The committee welcomes new members.

The Committee responds to requests from the Board for amendments to our Constitution & Bylaws and our Rules to ensure that these governing documents reflect current practice and that the Club follows the Societies Act of BC.

Combine your love of the natural world with the spirit of change. Learn from programming featuring authors, experts, and advocates as well as our own members. Help us create interesting events and collaborative initiatives focusing on environmental issues of concern. Bring your creativity, imagination, and goodwill. We meet once a month and welcome all members 

The Event Planning Committee ensures that programs and events presented at Hycroft are consistent with the goals and values of the UWCV and comply with the adopted rules and procedures of the Club. All events planned by members at Hycroft, including those of HHPF, TFE, Hycroft for the Holidays, and Interest Groups, must be planned and scheduled according to the Event Planning Procedures.

The Federation Committee represents UWCV at the Vancouver Council, First Call BC Child and Youth Advocacy Society, and the Canadian Federation of University Women (CFUW). Our club has been a member of the CFUW since 1921. Presently CFUW represents 7,000 women in 96 clubs across the country. UWCV members may access the Federation website www.cfuwadmin.org for more information about CFUW’s activities. The Federation Committee develops three events each year, often in partnership with other interest groups. 

• March 8, International Women’s Day 

• October 18, Canadian Women legally recognized as people (1929)  

• December 6, The National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women (anniversary of 1989 École Polytechnique Massacre). 

The Chair of this Committee and Convenors of all Interest Groups make up the membership of this Committee. Convenors should feel free to contact the Chair with questions, comments or suggestions regarding their group or interest groups in general. Any member wishing to form a new interest group should  send an email [email protected] to the Chairs and please ensure that there are at least three UWCV members supporting the request. 

Is comprised of up to three appointed Board members plus the Member Relations Director (MRD) and meets at the call of the Chair. This Committee meets in full to update the UWCV Respectful Member Behaviour Policy and the Conflict Resolution Policy. At times the MRD and another Member of the MRAC may meet to discuss and resolve complex Member Relations issues. The MRAC Members are committed to ensuring respectful Member behaviour amongst all members of the UWCV Community and adhering to strict confidentiality. 

The Policy and Procedures Committee ensures that the Procedures Manual is updated throughout the year to serve as a ready reference for members and Board Directors on UWCV Policies and Procedures. The Procedures Manual can be found in the Members’ Area on the Club website. Meetings are held at the call of the Chair. 

Is responsible for managing the Hycroft Gallery. That includes issuing calls for artists, jurying, scheduling, convening visual art exhibitions, and hosting opening receptions for the artists.