Pacific Northwest Outdoor Association Annual General Meeting at February 4th, 2024

Hello PNOA Members,

We hope this message finds you well. We’re thrilled to share a recap of our second Annual General Meeting (AGM) held on February 4, 2024, at Elgin Hall in Surrey, BC. The event was a tremendous success, thanks to the 49 members who attended and contributed to the vibrant discussions.

Highlights from the AGM:

1. Membership Growth:

• With 49 attendees, we achieved the required 10% quorum, showcasing the active engagement of our members.
• We currently have 118 members, and we encourage you to bring your friends to our events as we aim to grow our association.

2. Leadership Updates:

• Suzey was approved to chair the meeting, and the minutes of the past AGM were duly approved.
• Yolanda presented a comprehensive review of membership and operations, emphasizing the importance of participation in making our association strong.

3. Activity Reviews:

• Timothy provided a thorough review of the outdoor activities in 2023, totaling over 50 events.

4. Awards and Recognition:

• Bing presented:
  — Event Leaders/Volunteers of 2023 Award to individual members showcasing their dedication and contributions to PNOA include: Jane Zhao, Yuki Chau, Lisa Peng, Sue Qu, Tony Bi, Maddie, Karen Hu, Cynthia Li, Fiona Wang, Jessica Wang, Amy Sun
  — Photography Contest Awards to talented individuals within our community.
  — Fundraising Awards were presented to those who significantly contributed to our fundraising efforts over the past two years.

5. Financial Overview:

• Hugh provided a detailed financial review for FY23, highlighting the importance of diligent financial reporting for the sustainability of our association.
• The FY24 budget was presented for review and approval. Contact Hugh at info@pnoa.ca or hugh.li@pnoa.ca for a copy.

6. Board Elections:

• We are excited to announce the newly elected board members, including Timothy Chen as President, Li Wan & Paul Tan as Vice Presidents, Hugh Li as Treasurer, Yolanda Zeng as Secretary, Bing Xie, Yuki Chau, and Roy Cao as Board Directors.

Upcoming Activities:

• Timothy shared exciting plans for 2024, and we welcome your suggestions for additional activities.

Watch the Highlights:

• Relive the AGM moments: AGM Highlights Video
• Reflect on the incredible events of 2023: Year 2023 Activities Review

Get Involved:

• Your active participation is what makes our association thrive. If you have any questions, suggestions, or if there’s anything you’d like to discuss further, feel free to reach out.

Thank you for being a valuable part of PNOA. Let’s continue to grow and create memorable experiences together!