{"id":710,"date":"2016-01-29T15:29:20","date_gmt":"2016-01-29T20:29:20","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/slcaottawa.com\/site\/?p=710"},"modified":"2016-01-29T16:49:04","modified_gmt":"2016-01-29T21:49:04","slug":"latest-slcao-news","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/slcaottawa.com\/site\/latest-slcao-news\/","title":{"rendered":"Latest SLCAO Email Updates"},"content":{"rendered":"
Click here to read the last 3 email news posted by the Sri Lanka Canada Association of Ottawa. Please subscribe to receive the latest updates via email by completing the form located at the bottom of the page.<\/a><\/p>\n View this email in your browser<\/a><\/p><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div> Dear Members and Supporters of the SLCAO,<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p> We hope this message finds you well.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p> On behalf of the Executive Committee, we would like to invite you to attend a <\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span>Special General Meeting (SGM)<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong> of the Sri Lanka Canada Association of Ottawa (SLCAO), which will be held as follows:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p> Date:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong> Monday, April 13, 2026 The purpose of this SGM is to discuss and seek approval from the membership on the following important matters:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p> A. Proposed Amendments to the Constitution<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong><\/p> To allow for a streamlined membership process whereby individuals may submit membership applications that can be reviewed and approved by the Executive Committee.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/li> To empower the Executive Committee to appoint additional sub-committees, as necessary, beyond those currently specified in the Constitution, to better support the evolving needs of the organization.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul> B. Support for the SLCAO 50th Anniversary Celebrations This milestone is more than just a celebration\u2014it is an opportunity for us to come together as a community and reflect on who we are and what we can build together. By strengthening our association, we can continue to:<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p> Support Sri Lankan businesses within our community<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/li> Welcome and guide newcomers to Canada<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/li> Preserve and share our rich culture and traditions<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/li> Inspire and engage the next generation<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/li> Extend our collective support to Sri Lanka when it matters most<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p><\/li><\/ul> The 50th Anniversary presents a unique and meaningful opportunity to deepen our sense of unity, pride, and purpose as Sri Lankan Canadians.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p> Your participation and voice are important. We strongly encourage all members to attend and contribute to these discussions as we shape the future of our association together.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>
<\/a><\/p>\n**Reminder**Notice of Special General Meeting (SGM) \u2013 April 13, 2026<\/a><\/h3>
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<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/strong> As we approach this significant milestone, we would like to discuss how we can collectively support and strengthen the planning and execution of our 50th Anniversary celebrations.<\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/p>