PHSC President Clint Hryhorijiw
Toronto. … “Bloody January Again” as Flanders and Swan sang in their tune “A Song of the Weather“.
Our 65th executive meeting was held via ZOOM on Wednesday, January 7th. I was able to attend but others were not so lucky due to other events, illness, etc.
Once again, our treasurer, John Morden, sent out his report prior to the meeting. The report resulted in some discussion but no changes.
Financial Controller, Jeri Danyleyko noted all was quiet on the GIC front as she continues to address our needs.
Membership Secretary, Lilianne Schneider sent her regrets.
Noe: For those choosing to buy or renew a membership, please remember our journal is now in ‘pdf format’ only, so an email address is essential. A MailChimp notification is sent to all member emails when each journal pdf is produced and uploaded.
If you are a member but HAVE NOT seen any notification for Photographic Canadiana since you registered or renewed, please email Lilianne at member@phsc.ca.
Celio noted the January 2026 presentation is a joint PHSC and PhotoEd collaboration. Speaker Elizabeth Anne Cavaliere will discuss her new book, “Hannah Maynard: Life and Work”. The event is in-person at the Arts & Letters Club on Elm Street Sunday January 18, 2026. The current issue of the European PhotoResearcher was discussed. As is very expensive it was decided to eliminate any copies other than those that were prepaid.
Newsletter editor Patrick Gunn sent in a written report. His December PHSC News (25-12) was release in Early January. The January issue (26-01) is planned for release January 24th – just before our first 2026 event – The Estate Auction – Part 2. President and auctioneer Clint stated the lot photographs will be ready for posting shortly. The auction is scheduled for January 25, 2026.
The spring fair is planned for May 24, 2026 (Victoria Day long weekend is the week earlier). Clint is investigating an expanded image show (Image and Books) at the auction venue.
David and Louise report that the journal issue 51-3 is still delayed waiting receipt of the lead article.
Social media editor, Ms Markovic was unable to attend but provided a written report for instagram showing very positive growth month/month).
