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Who We Are

The West Vancouver Memorial Library Foundation was incorporated in 1986 by a group of committed citizens to serve as an avenue through which private and public donors could partner in a legacy of giving and support for the West Vancouver Memorial Library. As an incorporated, not-for-profit society, the Foundation raises funds and administers endowments, donations, and bequests for the Library. The Foundation annually grants funds to the Library that are used to provide enhancements to spaces, collections, and programs that go further than could be achieved through District funding alone. These enhancements contribute to West Vancouver Memorial Library’s reputation for innovation and excellence.

Philosophy

The West Vancouver Memorial Library Foundation believes that great libraries help build great communities. The Foundation works to provide funds for projects identified by the Library as having high value to the community, and requiring additional or full support. The donations that fund these projects in turn contribute to ensuring everyone in our diverse community has the opportunity to achieve their highest potential by having access to the best, most forward-thinking public library service possible.

Governance

A dedicated and hardworking volunteer Board of Directors govern the Foundation. Directors are elected at the Annual General Meeting by the Foundation Members (West Vancouver Memorial Library Board Trustees with the exception of the West Vancouver Municipal Council representative), for a term of two years. Similarly, the Members appoint the Chair of the Foundation. The other Officers of the Foundation are appointed from the Directors by the Foundation itself. The two primary responsibilities of the Directors are fundraising and stewardship of the Foundation’s assets. The Foundation operates in close cooperation with the Library staff and Library Board.

WVML Foundation Directors

Director Appointed Position
Andreas Thompson  2016  Chair
Mehran Farmanara  2019  Treasurer
Rosemary Murchison  2018  Secretary (& Privacy Officer)
Anjili Bahadoorsingh  2021  Director
Douglas Brown  2020  Director
Terry Hodgins 2018 Director
Heather Kaart  2019  Director
Lizanne Ross Onder  2020  Director
Sabiha Bengi Sayhan  2020  Director
Dr. Lorinda Spooner  2018  Director
Lorena Yu  2019  Director
2010 – 2019 Distributions to the Library 2010 – 2019 Net Revenue from Operations 

An invitation for new Foundation Board members

WVML Foundation invites applications from prospective Board members. The Foundation is particularly interested in applicants with legal, fundraising or financial/accounting experience. The Foundation appreciates the diversity in our community and is committed to having representation and involvement of all cultures on its Board. If you are passionate about your Library, please complete the application form below. Enquiries may be addressed to secretary@wvmlf.ca.
Application Form

Board Meetings

Members of the public are welcome to attend the Foundation Board meetings listed below. Meetings are usually held on the last Thursday of every month, from 6 to 8 p.m., with the exception of July and December (when there are no meetings). Please call the Foundation office at 604.925.7425 to confirm dates and times. Meeting times may be changed at the discretion of the Foundation Board Chair.

Note: for privacy reasons, there may be information available to Directors that cannot be disclosed to the public during these meetings.

2021 Meeting Dates

*Please note that due to COVID-19, all meetings will be conducted “virtually” with Board members attending through electronic means until further notice. Public attendance cannot be accommodated at this time. Meeting minutes will be posted as normal.

January 28
February 25
March 25
April 29
May 27
June 24
August 26
September 30
October 28
November 25

2021 Meeting Agendas and Minutes

January 28, 2021 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
February 25, 2021 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda

2020 Meeting Agendas and Minutes

January 30, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
February 27, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
April 2, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
April 30, 2020 Annual General Meeting Agenda
May 28, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
June 25, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
July 9, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
August 27, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
September 24, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
October 29, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes
November 26, 2020 Board of Directors Meeting Agenda & Minutes

Privacy Policy

The West Vancouver Memorial Library Foundation (the “Foundation”) is committed to maintaining the security, confidentiality and privacy of your personal information. This Privacy Policy documents our commitment to you and has been developed in compliance with the British Columbia Personal Information Protection Act.

For more information, please contact Rosemary Murchison, Foundation Secretary, at secretary@wvmlf.ca  

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