Present: BEATTIE,BEAUVAIS, CAVE, COUTURE, COX, HOLDRON, WATSON

MINUTES OF MEETING OF THE EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE OF THE CANDIAN MILITARY INTELLIGENCE ASSOCIATION (the “Association”) HELDIN PERTH, ONTARIO, THE 17TH DAY OF JULY, 2013, AT 1730 HOURS

The Chairman called the meeting to order at 1730 Hours.

HOLDRON reviewed the discussions that have taken place with the Grange Prince Edward (the “vineyard”) to have one or two of their offerings marketed under the Association’s crest. It was deemed that the Association does not fall under the Chain-of-Command of the Department National Defense. The success of this endeavor will enhance the awareness of the CMIA. Holdron was instructed to continue discussions with the Vineyard and ascertain the precise implications of the relationship.
The Vice President Academic (COX) reviewed the developments in creating an academic program for the Association including the need to create an Academic Program Sub-Committee.

The Motion authorizing that the Vice President Academic (COX) establishes an Academic Program Sub-Committee to oversee the Association’s academic programs was moved by BEAUVAIS, seconded by CAVE, and approved unanimously.

The Executive approved unanimously the establishment of an official Association ‘mail box’ in Orleans, Ontario with CAVE and WATSON to have access. The Treasurer (CAVE) subsequently established the mail box at an cost (annual) of $126.91 with the address:

Canadian Military Intelligence Association

PO Box 38, 4338 Innes Road

Ottawa, ON, K4A 3W3

The Treasurer (CAVE) presented financial statements for review and reported that the Association had total assets of approximately $31,000 at July 17th, 2013.
The President (BEAUVAIS) reviewed the preparations for the October Ball (Military Intelligence Ball). Signed agreements with the Hotel and various other parties will be undertaken within a few weeks.
The Treasurer (CAVE) reviewed the need to revise and update the format of the Association’s Constitution. The Secretary (HOLDRON) volunteered to assist in this project.
The Second Vice President (BEATTIE) briefed the Executive on the discussions with the Canadian Forces School Military Intelligence concerning redeployment of the Military Intelligence historical collection. He will keep the Executive informed as the program evolves.
The Webmaster (COUTURE) reviewed the progress to date in establishing a webpage for the Association. The work is approaching completion and the overall cost of finalizing this project is estimated at approximately $100. The Executive approved such expenditure.

The Meeting terminated at2100 Hours, July 17, 2013

……………………………………. Chairman

Michel Beauvais

……………………………………. Secretary

George Holdron

July 25, 2013