When and where

  1. I was wondering if my friends and I can just get tickets for one of the events, like the dinner/dance for example?
    - Tickets are only being sold as a weekend package but you decide which events you chose to attend. We already hosted a “Reunion Social” in October 2008
  2. Who is financing the Reunion Weekend – did the committee receive government sponsorship or a school board grant?
    - There is no financial net- no government funding, no school board dollars whatsoever. The Reunion is totally self-financing – the entire budget of almost $200,000 must be completely paid from revenues generated thru the weekend’s events and paid alumni registrants.
    Many expenses are an extension of number of attendees. Ordering, printing, souvenirs, meals, etc. have to be bought and paid for. That’s why we ask you register by May 14th, so we can order the correct amounts.
  3. How do I buy a logo’d shirt or a mug for example?
    - We’ve set it up so you can order on line, use your credit card (on PayPal) and the purchase will be ready for you to pick up at the Reunion Registration area. You should order by April 23 to ensure the product is completed and packaged by May 27th. If Orders are received too late to complete by the reunion, product will be shipped via Canada Post C.O.D.
  4. When and where is the reunion taking place? May 27-30, 2010
    - May 29, 2010 at the Winnipeg Convention Centre is the official date of the dinner and dance portion of the reunion. In addition, there are a number of events happening prior to the event you should read about in our 2010 Reunion section of the website.
  5. How much will it cost to attend the reunion?
    -Pricing info is on the Registration page (registration form). As an example, regular price for a couple is $225.
  6. How are you contacting everyone?
    -Our tracking committee, with decade and year captains, are working diligently attempting to gather all alumni info using many methods. Word of mouth and emailing will be the major effort.
  7. Is the reunion for VMC alumni only?
    -Basically yes, although Viscount Alexander Alumni will also join us for some events.
  8. Is there somewhere where VMC Alumni get together/reunite regularly?
    - Check out the Vincent Massey Facebook groups at:
    • http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=2230118395
    • http://www.facebook.com/group.php?gid=8984314007
      Note that you need to be a member of Facebook and that any information on the group may or may not be accurate. The most up to date and accurate information will always be on this website.
  9. What hotels are pre-arranged for those interested in an overnight stay?
    -     Holiday Inn South 1330 Pembina Hwy (www.winnipeg-south.holiday-inn.com)
    - CanadInns 1824 Pembina Hwy (www.canadinns.com/stay/fortgarry.php)
    - Best Western 1714 Pembina Hwy (www.bestwesternpembina.com)
    - Delta Hotel (downtown Wpg) 350 St. Mary Avenue (www.deltahotels.com)

Events Package Detail

  1. Receipts will be in your registration kits. (you received cancelled cheque or PayPal purchase on your credit card to confirm we received your payment). Simply bring some I.D. to the Registration Thursday, May 27, 3-8pm or Friday May 28, 10-3pm

Getting in touch

  1. How can I volunteer to help make the reunion even more successful?
    -Get in touch with a member of the 50th Reunion Board (see below) or just email us at masseys50th@hotmail.com
  2. What kinds of things can I volunteer to do?
    -Various fun committees are already underway but welcome new members. Tracking, Social, Registration, special events (golf, pool, etc) are all open to join.
  3. How do I get the latest progress on the reunion?
    -Our website is now online, as you have found!!
  4. How do I reach someone with the Reunion?
    • Email is the best way masseys50th@hotmail.com
    • Mail:
      1. Reunion Committee Address:
        VMC 50th Reunion
        PO Box 23028
        McGillivray P.O.
        1295 Pembina Hwy
        Winnipeg, Manitoba
        R3T 2B3

Partnership and sponsorship

  1. Can I sponsor a part of the Reunion?
    - Yes
  2. What does my company receive for becoming a partner/sponsor?
    - The details on our sponsorship opportunities have not been finalized. With 2000 to 2500 people attending the dinner/dance alone, and the many thousands of people expected to visit the website, we believe sponsorship opportunities to be of mutual benefit. You are welcome to submit a proposal for a partnership / sponsorship, in writing, to:
  3. Examples of opportunities which could easily be made include:
    • Print Sponsor
    • Golf or Pool Tournament
    • Registration Kits - inserts or included in printed material
    • Beer Gardens or Thursday/Friday Minglers
    • Dinner/Dance evening

Contact Us

To Contact any of the Committee Members, email masseys50th@hotmail.com

Committee
  • Reunion Chair - Paul Sveinson (1969)
  • Treasurer - Paul Sveinson (1969)
  • Beer Garden Committee - Jean Gendron (1979)
  • Dinner Dance Co-Chairs
    • Rob Coghlan (1977)
    • Derek Hay (1977)
    • Brenda Kernot MacLennan (1977)
    • Val Thompson
  • Golf Committee - Carol Ploen Hosegood (1982)
  • Indoor Sports - Brook Jones (1996)
  • Registration Committee - Brenda Kernot MacLennan (1977)
  • Social Committee - Barb Bergman (1972) and Cathy Murray (1972)
  • Sponsorship - Paul Provost (1991)
  • Tracking Chair - Diane (Campbell) Page (1965)
  • Members at Large (as of March 1, 2010)
    • Shirley Lowden
    • Dave Belford (1972)
    • Brenda Cammarata (1963)
    • Darlene Kernot (1980)
    • Gerry and Joanne Loeb (1967)
    • Glynis Hart
    • George Powell (1963)
    • Jan Bones (1969)
    • Jocelyn Grant
    • Lynne Ransby
    • Joanne Goss
    • Linda Thomas
  • Viscount Committee
    • Norm Magnusson (1960)
    • Barré Hall (1959)
    • Fred Eldridge (1959)
  • Pool Committee - Gerry Loeb(1977)
  • Musical Memories - Joanne P. Gibson
  • Souvenirs - Brenda (Kernot) MacLennan (1977)
  • Transportation - Cathy Murray (1972)
  • Luncheon
    • Brenda Cammarata (1963)
    • Shirley Lowden
    • Glynis Hart
    • Darlene Kernot
  • Bursary Rep - Paul Sveinson (1969)
  • Marketing & P.R. - Paul Sveinson (1969)
  • VMC Rep - Rick Martin, Principal

The 25th Reunion in '85 set up an Alumni Scholarship Fund with its proceeds and each year since, two deserving VMC graduating students receive a cash award at the grad Ceremonies. The 40th Reunion Committee, in 2000, added to the fund's principal for the scholarships. In addition, the funds paid for tree pruning on Dowker Avenue, photo restoration, framing and re-hanging of school photos, and even set aside a small start-up fund for a 50th Reunion now booked for May 2010. Any proceeds from the 50th Reunion will be distributed with the same benefits in mind to the school and students!

Signed: 50th VMC Reunion Committee