Howdy everyone!
So I have begun the process of figuring out our next steps for creating our organization. It is quite daunting but have already been in touch with a ton of people that are willing to offer help and guidance. Basically, if we want to set up as a corporation we need to have 6 - 8 people willing to act as board members. (Even if we don't incorporate immediately it is probably a good idea to gather a group that would like to be involved in the decision making processes) The application is also quite pricey....around $500 - $1000. Still getting the specifics of what is required. The Friends of Bonnechere Parks have already been invaluable with providing feedback, guidance and referrals to other sources of assistance. I will keep you more up to date as I gather the info. We will also probably need to have a meeting in the near future to revisit our objectives.
Talk to you soon!
The Friends of Beachburg Forest is a group of local area residents united in the desire to improve and maintain the Beachburg Forest trail system. To get involved contact nicolewhiting@gmail.com
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I'd be up for a meeting come the new year. Somewhere around Jan 10? Let me know how that sounds.
Hi folks,
My understanding of the incorporation process is that it can be done "on the cheap" for about $150. Alastair Baird at the County can give you some direction on it.
We have applied for a sizable grant, but our chances of getting it pretty much hinge on there being an incorporated group as a partner. The Trillium money gets doled out every three months - there are a lot of other orgs which also fund trail initiatives, but everything depends on the existence of a non-government group.
Let me know if you want to throw a meeting together - I can arrange for a room here if need be, in the evening if necessary.
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