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Recap: Chan’s Doc & Talk About Mom Lumb
On March 29, Back Lane Studios held an Extraordinary Women event about two remarkable grandmothers – Tri Psi Jean Lumb and Foon Hay Lum – through a documentary and discussion with Tri Delta Arlene Chan (Jean’s daughter) and Helen Lee (Foon Hay’s granddaughter). Both grandmothers had connections to Toronto neighbourhoods. Jean Lumb, who was inducted…
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Parallel Paths: Chan & Lorinc Discuss Chinese & Jewish Communities
Parallel Paths: the Chinese and Jewish Communities in The Ward and BeyondBeeton Hall, Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge Street), 1st floorDoors open 5:30pm, Event starts 6:30pm.Free registration required. Click HERE for details. Join historian, author and Tri Delta alumna Arlene Chan and journalist John Lorinc as they discuss Toronto’s overlapping Chinese and Jewish civic narratives.…
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Nominating Committee Report
Nominating Committee Report The nominating committee, led by past president Michelle Mercer, included members Ashley Pivko, Kelly Taylor and Sue Weston. After thoroughly reviewing everyone’s leadership profiles and holding two meetings to confirm with the nominees, the committee successfully assembled the slate. The slate received a unanimous vote at the AGM. Slate 2026 -2028 President: Allison Vandenberg…
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In Memoriam: Judith (Robinson) Thornton
Judith (J.R.) Helen Thornton (née Robinson) passed away peacefully at home in Toronto on Saturday, February 7, 2026, at the age of 85. Her obituary can be found HERE. VisitationHumphrey Funeral Home1403 Bayview AvenueThursday, February 19, 2026 | 3:00–5:00 p.m. ServiceChrist Church Deer Park1570 Yonge StreetFriday, February 20, 2026 | 11:00 a.m.Reception to follow. If…
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5 Star Reviews & Literary Awards for Jeejeebhoy
Congratulations to Shireen Jeejeebhoy, who received a 5-star review of her latest novel The Soul’s Reckoning (Book 2 of The Q’Zam’Ta Trilogy) from Literary Titan! The Soul’s Awakening (Book 1 of The Q’Zam’Ta Trilogy) won the Word Guild’s Word Award for General Market Fiction — Speculative this past Fall. Shireen submitted Brain Injury, Trauma, and Grief: How to Heal When You…
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A Note From Your 2026 Nom Com Chair
In 2026, we will hold elections for our executive positions: President, Vice-President, and Treasurer. While committee members are appointed rather than elected, you are welcome to submit nominations for these roles as well. The committees include Secretary, Membership, Social, Philanthropy, Social Media, Alum/Collegiate Relations, Dorothy Cody, Database, Circle Ceremonies, House Corp Representative, and Monthly Newsletters.…
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2025 Dorothy Cody Award Recipient
This year’s recipient of the 43rd Dorothy Cody Award is Barb McCutcheon, for her tireless support of Tri Delta and her long-time commitment to her community. Barb was introduced by her Tri Delta Sister (and sister in real life) Judy Pownall. Barb’s speech started by telling us about receiving a letter from an old friend…
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Flying High at the World Series
Three cheers for Tri Delta alumna Sylvia Qi! Sylvia (top left) performed with her cheer team PCT (Power Cheer & Tumble) at the first MLB World Series game in Toronto on October 24, 2025!
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Tri Delta Alum’s New Book Receives a Warm Literary Welcome
Readers’ Favorite announces the review of the Christian – Fantasy/Sci-Fi book “The Soul’s Awakening” by Shireen Anne Jeejeebhoy, currently available at http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1738678849. Readers’ Favorite is one of the largest book review and award contest sites on the Internet. They have earned the respect of renowned publishers like Random House, Simon & Schuster, and Harper Collins, and…
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McCutcheon Makes News!
Toronto Alumnae Chapter member Barb McCutcheon is officially a triple threat! She is featured in an Innis Alumni & Friends magazine article, she is one of the hosts of the Students of Aging podcast and her documentary film When You Find the One is only 800 views away from hitting 35,000 views! Here’s Barb in…