From the Branches
Central Alberta Retired Teachers ’ Association
CARTA 50 th Anniversary
Edna Warriner and the CARTA Executive
In celebration of CARTA ’ s fiftieth anniversary this year , we held an exhibition at the Red Deer Arts Council Gallery . The exhibit was held during the month of November , with an opening reception on the evening of Friday , November 4 , 2022 . It also made an appearance at our Christmas luncheon on December 1 , 2022 .
The exhibit included archival materials from 1972 to the present as well as writing and art from talented members of CARTA . Members were encouraged to share and post on the fiftieth anniversary board “ Where Were You in ’ 72 ?”
Thank you to those who set up the exhibit and to those who came to remember and share your memories . CARTA is proud of its long history and especially all of the members who have contributed to its success .
ACER – CART
Marilyn Bossert | ACER-CART West Representative and Communications Chair
The ACER-CART Political Action Committee is in the final stages of preparation of information sheets on “ Aging in Place ” and “ Long-Term Care .” When complete , questions for politicians will be added , and the final product will be found on the ACER-CART website . Members are always encouraged to contact their MPs and MLAs with their concerns .
The ACER-CART Pension & Retirement Income Committee encourages retiree associations to reach out to their active teacher groups . Data and talking points on cost-of-living issues and economic wellness are also being prepared .
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