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President’s Column President’s Column President’s Column --- February 2011February 2011February 2011 New month – Valentine’s Day coming up and alas there isn’t a fish auction this year so that I can show my wife how much I love her by tak-ing her. Guess the romantic dinner at the Truck Stop is out as well. I don’t know what I’ll do. Guess, I’ll have to resort to the tired flowers, maybe I can try a flowering aquatic plant. There are some events coming up this month: Feb. 13th CAOAC Meeting – all the awards nominations not already required are due by that meeting. If you or your rep can’t be there – they can be forwarded to Peter Melady directly. Feb. 19th Durham Regional Aquarium Society Awards Dinner at the Toronto Zoo. Speaker will be Rusty Wessel talking about Cichlids and Livebearers of the Panuco Basin in Mexico. For only $25 a great dinner, good company and learn something new. Feb. 20th Tropical Fish Club of Erie County Auction in Boston, New York. I don’t know of any auction that tends to get as wide a range of different fish. It is well worth attending. March 6th Hamilton and District Aquarium Soci-ety Auction in Waterdown. Start planning for the upcoming CAOAC Convention in Brantford, the Victoria Day Weekend. More details should be up on the website later this month. Also it’s never too early to start thinking about serving on next year’s CAOAC Executive. Nominations are due by the April Meeting which is only two short months away. If you want more information about any of the posi-tions, talk to the incumbent or give Phil Maznyk,

the Steering Chair a ring or an email. Have a great February. Bob

Can't make a meeting in person but would like to attend via Skype. You can, just look up Ann Ste-vens our Recording Secretary and add her to your list. Search for user nov18angel and then let Ann know prior to the meeting, and she will sign on to Skype and accept your call.

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Newsletter February 2011 Canadian Association of Aquarium Clubs

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B O A R D O F D I R E C T O R SB O A R D O F D I R E C T O R SB O A R D O F D I R E C T O R S EXECUTIVE

President Bob Wright 908-373 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3R7 416) 883-0571 [email protected] (Club: TFCEC) 1st Vice-President Ken Boorman 33 Courtyard Walk, Chatham, ON N7L 5S3 519) 352-5573 [email protected] (Club: Sarnia) 2nd Vice-President Claudia Carthew 100 1/2 Eastchester Avenue, St. Catharines, ON (905) 684-0394 [email protected] L2P 2Z1 (Club: TFCEC)

Recording Secretary Ann Stevens 1902 10 Willowridge Rd, Etobicoke, ON M9R 3Y8 (416)985-0266 [email protected] (Club: Sarnia) Treasurer David Boehm 17 Hamel Avenue, Kitchener ON N2K 1M6 (519) 500-8419 [email protected] (Club: Kitchener-Waterloo) Corresponding Secretary Noel Wright 908-373 Front St W, Toronto, ON M5V 3R7 (416) 833-0571(Club: Brant) Past President Tony Bernard 1465 Kolher Rd, RR# 3, Cayuga, ON N0A 1E0 (905) 772- 5200 [email protected] (Club: Brant)

COMMITTEE’S

Archivist/Historian Paul McIntosh Aquatic Horticulturist Directory David Boehm (See Treasurer) Awards Peter Malady 1036 Griffith Road. Sarnia, ON N7S 3E9 (519) 542-7632 Information Binder/CD Ann Stevens 1902-10 Willowridge Rd. (416) 985-0266 Etobicoke, ON M9R 3Y8 Breeders Directory Tom & Pat Bridges 4 Crescent Dr. Welland, ON L3B 2W5 (905) 735-3352 [email protected] (Club: St. Catharines) CAOAC/FAAS Liaison Lisa Boorman 33 Courtyard Walk, Chatham, ON N7L 5S3 (519) 352 5573 [email protected] (Club: Sarnia) Fish Rescue Program Tom Mason 19 Hearne Cr, Ajax, ON (905) 839-6764 Judges Jerry Draper 166 Grand River Avenue, Brantford, ON (519) 756-6225 Webmaster Phil Maznyk See Newsletter

Membership Dave Boehm 17 Hamel Avenue, Kitchener ON N2K 1M6 (519) 500-8419 [email protected] (Club: Kitchener-Waterloo) Newsletter Phil Maznyk 76 Penelope Drive # 56 Kitchener, ON N2N 3G5 (519) 585-7982 [email protected] (Club: Kitchener-Waterloo) Open Show Terry Little 611–24 Colborne St., W Brantford, ON N3T 1K3 (51 9) 752-8642 cell (519) 771 1385 [email protected] (Club: Brant) Programs Udo Rohmann 11A Moonpoint Drive, Orillia, ON L3V 6H1 (705) 329-2026 [email protected] (Club: Peel) Ways & Means Sarah Langthorne (Club: Hamilton) Steering Phil Maznyk See Newsletter Futures Carl McCleary 34 Woodlawn Ave, Mississauga, ON L5G 3K6 (905) 274-7455 [email protected]

TABLE OF CONTENTS

President’s Column 1

Index 2

Important Reminders 3

Meeting Minutes 4 - 7

DRAS Social Announcement 8

Reference Guides (AWARDS) 9 -10

Treasurers Report 11

CAOAC 2011 Convention 12-13

Calendar 14

IMPORTANT REMINDER

All member clubs are reminded to check our calendar found at the back of each newsletter or online. CAOAC respectfully asks that you not hold your events the day of any CAOAC meeting.


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DID YOU FORGET JANUARY 2011 WAS MEMBERSHIP & INSURANCE RENEWAL MONTH

FOR ALL CLUBS

All clubs should have already received an application form by e-mail. If you have not received this application, please contact Dave Boehm (Membership Chair) by e-mail [email protected] Applications were due at the December 2010 meeting. Memberships will be accepted at the January 2011 meeting.

FEBRUARY 2011 Nominations need to be submitted by February 13th for the awards shown below: Fish Breeders Awards Basic Merit Award Intermediate Merit Award Merit Award Senior Merit Award Aquatic Horticulturist Awards Advanced Aquatic Horticulturist Awards Expert Aquatic Horticulturist Awards Master Aquatic Horticulturist Awards Grand Master Aquatic Horticulturist Awards Specialists Breeders Awards in African Rift Lake Cichlids-Characins-Killifish-Livebearers Hobbyist of the Year Award Junior Hobbyist of the Year Award Service Award Scientist Award CAOAC 25 Years of Service Award All information about the above awards are posted on the CAOAC web site.

UPCOMING NOMINATIONS ARE DUE ON THE DATE BELOW


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Executive Meeting – January 16, 2011 Called to order by Bob Wright (President) Executive Attendance

Executive Meeting Motion to approve December minutes by Claudia, Noel – 2nd Treasurer’s Report Dave sent his apologies for not attending the meeting, however, he did send his reports. Report to be included in newsletter. Motion by Ken to accept the report as read by Ann, Noel – 2nd. Correspondence Noel reported she had received the application to renew membership with PIJAC. It was completed and mailed. New Business Executive meeting adjourned, at 11:35.

General Meeting – January 16, 2011

Roll Call

Position Name Present/Absent President Bob Wright (LAS) Present

1st VP Ken Boorman (SAS) Present

2nd VP Claudia Carthew (TFCEC) Present

Corresponding Secretary Noel Wright (TWAS) Present

Recording Secretary Ann Stevens (SAS) Present

Treasurer Dave Boehm Absent

Also in attendance: Sarah Langthorne (HDAS) Ed Bosker (SAS)

Richard Carthew (SCAS) Terry Little (BAS)

Lisa Boorman Peter Melady (SAS)

Club Present Brant Barb Ireland

Durham Barry McKee & Myron Iwanochko

Hamilton Sarah Langthorne,

Ottawa Amphibian & Reptile Association Tom Mason

Sarnia Ed Bosker

TFEC Richard Carthew


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Motion by Ken to approve minutes of December meeting – Myron 2nd Carried Matters Arising from Previous Meeting Bob sent an email to Tom Bridges in regards to the Breeders Directory being available for download from the CAOAC website. Tom replied with his thoughts were that the Breeders Directory was a “perk” to membership within CAOAC and also that there may be some errors. He felt a member of CAOAC may be more forgiving and advise of any error that someone not associated with the association. He indicated that it may be time for some-one else to take on the responsibility that he has had for over 30 years now. The motion will stand and will become effective in June 2011. Password protection of the directory was discussed but felt was not necessary. Bill 125 (provincial) - Tom reported that changes will be made and presented at a later time. . Bob also talked briefly about the federal bill (see link in Pres notes). Bob has contacted the appropriate source with replies to issues with the proposed bill. Treasurer’s Report Ann read Dave's report. Ken made the motion to accept the report – Terry – 2nd Carried Business Arising from Executive Meeting Committee Reports Awards Newsletter Award applications are due today. Only one submitted today. Phil was given till next meeting to bring in the KWAS newsletters, since he was not present today and Claudia offered to take them to the judge next month. Author's award was last month and there were no entries. Peter raised the question about the Awards meeting. What time and where. We will meet at hall at 10:00, March 20th. Peter made a motion that we have breakfast first at Angels at 9:00am. Unanimously carried. Web award will be judged this month, January 2011. Binder With the introduction of the data being available on-line, there will be need for CD's anymore. Updated versions will be available on-line, tentative starting in June 2011. FAAS Ken indicated they are trying to get more clubs in America and Canada. They have a couple of initiatives, one being a speakers, the other looking to offer students an award to come up with ideas on how to save money in

Committee Chair Awards Peter Melady

Binder Ann Stevens

FAAS Lisa Boorman

Fish Rescue Tom Mason

Open Show Terry Little

Ways & Means Sarah Langthorne

Futures Carl McCleary


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the fish room, since it is becoming so expensive with utilities. Fish Rescue Tom reported some fish (Iridescent shark, cichlids and a plecos were placed. Red sliders found homes too. Membership Dave indicated Peel Region, Toronto-Willowdale and Saskatoon have not requested insurance as of this day. Ann read the list of clubs that have renewed along with their number of members, and any additional riders. All were accepted with a first and seconder. Note, there is a new club Chatham Kent Aquarium Society. One correc-tion, Ottawa Amphibians & Reptile should read Association not Club. Terry proposed a surcharge of $75 and $25 if insurance is not requested, to be paid by Thursday, Jan 20 for any club requesting membership for this year. Richard - 2nd carried. Bob offered to contact the 3 clubs, Peel, Toronto and Saskatoon and advise they have till Thursday to renew. Newsletter Phil sent his report via email. He'd just like remind everyone to please remember the deadline is the last week of the month. Open Show Terry has sent Phil all the upcoming events. Show award starts now till December. Convention Brant has 4 submissions for the logo contest. They will be voting on logo at next meeting. Some speakers are still in negotiations. Things are starting to shape up. Question was raised when the General Meeting is to be held. This will then allow the rest of the schedule to be completed. Old Business Dave reported that he has printed 500 of the CAOAC cards and will hopefully be able to bring them to the next meeting. Club Reports Brant Barb & Jerry are expecting a baby in September. Randy Austin’s wife also had a baby. They are looking for sponsors for their show in March. Chatham-Kent They are looking to attract members from the Windsor area. They meet on the 2nd Saturday of the month, in the afternoons at 1:00. Durham Club meeting in Feb 15 will have Tim McAfree speaking on his Madagascar trip. Annual Social dinner on Feb 19 with Rusty Wessell. Auction April 20 at the aquatic centre. Kitchener-Waterloo Phil sent his report via email. KWAS had a great meeting last week with 65 people present. We also have a new second CAOAC rep who will be attending the meetings with Dave and I beginning in February. His name is Jeff Loney. We are currently at 141 members. Hamilton & District Planning on a trip to Toronto Zoo, still in planning stages, in place of Moore's Water Garden. Sarnia April 16, first auction of the year, start time is now 11:00 instead of 12:00. Bob Wright is our speaker for the March meeting.


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Tropical Fish of Erie County Auction Feb 20. New Business When Ken was in Winnipeg to speak, they indicated an interest in hosting next year's convention, providing CAOAC would agree to hold it in April to coincide with Easter next year. This would be April 6-8. Motion by Richard to invite any clubs interested in hosting the 2012 convention to have proposals presented to the 1st VP by the April CAOAC meeting. 2nd Terry. Carried

Meeting adjourned at 1:50 by Myron & Ken

115 Main Street South, Waterdown, ON

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Quick Reference Guide for Recognition Awards

RECOGNITION AWARDSNAME OF AWARD AWARD REQUIREMENTS

Authors Plaque 5 years plus 10 articles. Plus 2 reprints OR Club Editor for 5 years and with a minimum of 5 articles.

Advanced Authors Plaque 8 years plus 25 articles plus 6 reprints OR 5 articles published commercially OR Club Editor for 8 years with a minimum of 10 publ ished articles.

Hobbyist of the Year Plaque Contributed immensely to the betterment of the hobby over the past year.

Junior Hobbyist of the Year Plaque Time and energy to advance themselves in the hobby in the past year.

Service Award Plaque Time and energy over extended period of time to benefi t CAOAC.

Sc ientist Award Plaque Contributed scienti fically to advancement in the field of Ichthyology.

25 Years of Service Certificate 25 years of continuous service to CAOAC OR years of combined continuous service to a club or CAOAC.

Newsletter Award Plaque Presented annually to club’s editor for the best newsletter that was published for the past year.

Web Award Plaque Presented annually to the club’s webmaster for the best website in the past year.

OPEN SHOW COMPETITIVE AWARDSNAME OF AWARD CRITERIA TYPE KEEPER

Champion of Champions

Individual with the most points through the year

Revolv ing CAOAC

Junior Champion of Champions

<16 year old with the most points through the year

Revolv ing CAOAC

Challenge Award Club with the most points through the year

Revolv ing CAOAC 2002

Betta Award Individual with the most “Betta” points through the year

Revolv ing Ed Petrie ti ll 1986, Frank Buhagiar 1997 and CAOAC 2002

Best Livebearer Best at Convention Show

Revolv ing Usually from host club

Best Egglayer Best at Convention Show


Best of Show Best at Convention Show


Centennial Award Club with most points at Convention Show

Revolv ing No Keeper

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Canadian Association of Aquarium Clubs

Quick Reference Guide for BAP & AHAP Awards

NAME OF AWARD

GENERAL KILLIES AFRICAN RIFT LAKE CICHLIDS

LIVEBEARER CHARACIN

BASIC MERIT AWARD

6 species of fish 3 different egglaying species

10 species of Killifish

2 separate classes

12 species of African Rift Lake

Cichlids

12 species of Livebearers

8 species of Characins

INTERMEDIATE MERIT AWARD

16 species of fish

CATAGORIES cichlids killies

anabantids livebearers

minnows tetras barbs catfish

(variance of 3)


4 separate

classes


Cichlids

10 from class B 6 from class C 1 from class D


2 families

Maximum of 18 per family


ADVANCED MERIT AWARD

35 species of fish

Categories as above plus 4

target fish (variance of 6)


6 separate

classes


Cichlids

12 from class C 4 from class D

50 species of Livebearers 3 families

Maximum of 35 per family plus 2

target fish

25 species of Characins plus 1

target fish

SENIOR MERIT AWARD

75 species of fish

No more than 10 livebearer plus 10 target

fish


8 separate

classes


Cichlids

14 from class C 7 from class D


4 families

maximum of 60 plus target fish


Plus 5 target fish

NAME OF AWARD POINTS NUMBER OF SPECIES CLASSESAQUATIC

HORTICULTURIST 50 4 B C D

AQUATIC ADVANCED HORTICULTURIST

120 12 2C 2D 2E

EXPERT AQUATIC HORTICULTURIST

250 30 2D 2E 1F

MASTER AQUATIC HORTICULTURIST

500 40 3D 2E 2F 1G

GRAND MASTER HORTICULTURIST

1000 80 3 lectures or 3 photo essays or an article of

identification 2000 words for publication

NOTE: This page has been created as a ‘Quick Reference Guide’, for details, please refer to the actual sections for the award applying for on the CAOAC Information CD.


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2011 CALENDAR

February 13, 2011 10:30 AM CAOAC Executive meeting Waterdown, ON 12:00 PM CAOAC General meeting Waterdown, ON CAOAC general and business meeting Recognition Awards submissions for the 2011 convention are due with CAOAC by this date. February 19th, 2011 Durham Region Aquarium Society. Annual Social Din-ner. Guest Speaker – Rusty Wessel. Location – To-ronto Zoo More Information www.dras.ca March 6th, 2011 Hamilton & District Aquarium Society. AUCTION ONLY. Waterdown Legion, Waterdown, ON More In-formation – www.hdas.ca March 20, 2011 10:30 AM CAOAC Executive meeting Waterdown, ON 12:00 PM CAOAC General meeting Waterdown, ON (Awards meeting begins at 9:00am * LOCATION WILL BE ANNOUNCED CLOSER TO THIS DATE * March 27th, 2011 Brant Aquarium Society, SHOW & AUCTION. Special Events Building, Paris Fairgrounds, Paris, ON April 10, 2011 Durham Region Aquarium Society SHOW & AUCTION Ajax Community Centre, Ajax, ON Saturday, April 16th Sarnia Aquarium Society Spring Auction More Information – www.sarniaaquariumsociety.com April 17, 2011 10:30 AM CAOAC Executive meeting Waterdown, ON 12:00 PM CAOAC General meeting Waterdown, ON Annual reports are due this month. Sunday, May 1st London Aquaria Society Spring Auction Location – Optimist Hall, Dorchester More Information - www.londonaquariasociety.com May 20th to 23rd CAOAC CONVENTION, Hosted by Brant Aquarium Society. Location – Best Western, Brant Park Inn, Brantford More Information - www.caoac.ca

June 26th, 2011 CAOAC President s BBQ 10:30 AM CAOAC Executive meeting Waterdown, ON 12:00 PM CAOAC General meeting Waterdown, ON September 17th Sarnia Aquarium Society Auction and Show More Information www.sarniaaquariumsociety.com September 18th 10:30 AM CAOAC Executive meeting Waterdown, ON 12:00 PM CAOAC General meeting Waterdown, ON September 25th London Aquaria Society Auction and Show. Location Optimist Hall, Dorchester More Information - www.londonaquariasociety.com October 2nd, 2011 Hamilton & District Aquarium Society Auction and Show. Location – Waterdown Legion. More Informa-tion – www.hdas.ca October 16th, 2011 10:30 AM CAOAC Executive meeting Waterdown, ON 12:00 PM CAOAC General meeting Waterdown, ON

KEEP US UPDATED! Noel Wright our corresponding secretary needs to know if there are any changes with your clubs contact information / mailing infor-mation / website changes and any upcoming events within your club. PLEASE send her any changes and addi-tions so we can update our files. This way CAOAC and its member clubs will have the most current information available about your club. Corresponding Secretary CAOAC E-Mail: [email protected] or call 416-883-0571

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