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Through the Years Series Introduction

2/7/2019

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Sapling plant growing
The Association has seen a lot of growth over the past 40 years.
In 1989, the Ontario Home Economics Association (OHEA) was granted registration status by the Ontario Legislature. The Act granted voting members of the Association the right to use the designation “Professional Home Economist” or P.H.Ec. for short.

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OHEA 2019 Brand Survey

1/10/2019

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CALLING ALL MEMBERS

Click HERE to complete the survey.

We’ve noticed our branding is vague. As we enter into our 40 years as an association, we want to portray a strong brand to the public that you are continually confident in and can explain who you are as a current or aspiring Professional Home Economist (P.H.Ec.). To do this, we need your help.

To better define our mission, vision and values, we need to understand what is important to you, our members of ALL categories, when talking about OHEA and the profession of Home Economics. We encourage you to share your voice, opinions and help shape the next 40 years by completing our survey.

There are 12 questions and the survey will take approximately 15 minutes to complete. The answers are anonymous and will be kept confidential. We strongly encourage honest, constructive feedback. This information will be used to help advance the association. Click HERE to complete the survey.

The survey will be available until January 31, 2019. If you have any questions or concerns about the survey, please contact Rachelle Provost, VP Communications, at rachelleleighprovost.4@gmail.com.
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Call for Photos!

1/3/2019

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Four OHEA members
Some of the phenomenal members at the 2018 OHEA Conference in London, Ontario!
As the Ontario Home Economics Association (OHEA) enters into our 40th year, we want to celebrate your experiences and accomplishments.

We are looking for members to submit photos from OHEA Annual General Meetings (AGM), conferences, events, branch association events and with other members. We want to share our P.H.Ec. pride. These photos will be used on social media, for blog posts or posters throughout the year. 

Want to submit a photo? Email Tamara Saslove or Rachelle Provost. 
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P.H.Ec. Interview with Hala Mousa

12/17/2018

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Hala Mousa, P.H.Ec., smiling
Hala Mousa, P.H.Ec. Source: Hala Mousa
About Hala
I have a Bachelor of Science in Human Ecology with a specialization in family studies. I graduated from Brescia University College in 2016. I’ve been a member of the London Home Economics Association (LHEA) since 2015. With LHEA, I have been the program coordinator for events and the co-chair for the past two years.
Last year, I held a booth at the OHEA conference for my business, Ra Ferments. I started the business in November 2017. It’s a lot of work to start your own business, and it is not encouraging until you are finally able to see results. Making sales and having happy repeat customers is extremely encouraging and I’m very fortunate to have had some great customer exposure through OHEA and LHEA.

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An Overview of the Canadian Disability Tax Credit

12/11/2018

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By: Mary Carver, P.H.Ec.
Christina Lamothe, P.H.Ec.
Christina Lamothe, P.H.Ec. Source: Christina Lamothe
​Christina Lamothe, P.H.Ec., is a subject matter expert with the Disability Tax Credit within the Disability Programs Section of the Canada Revenue Agency. She presented valuable information at a meeting of the Ottawa Home Economics Association (OttawaHEA) on Nov. 20, 2018.
The Disability Tax Credit, known as the DTC, is a non-refundable credit that may reduce the total income tax payable for the person with the disability, and/or may be transferred to a spouse or another supporting person, if he/she qualifies and has no taxable income.

Ms. Lamothe outlined the tax measures for persons with disabilities, the criteria for the DTC and how to apply.

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Recap of the 2018 Nutrition Resource Centre Forum: Unpacking Food Literacy

11/30/2018

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By: Diane O'Shea, P.H.Ec.
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Diane O'Shea speaking at the Unpacking Food Literacy Forum Source: Diane O'Shea
​Food Literacy matters because “everyday food practices matter”. These were the words of Dr. Gwen Chapman, an opening speaker at the 2018 Nutrition Resource Centre Forum: Unpacking Food Literacy. The forum was held on November 15 at the Chestnut Convention Centre in Toronto. 

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Why was the Leadership Workshop Great for Students?

11/28/2018

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By: Fanjing (Lydia) Lu, Student Member
Fanjing (Lydia) Lu gives a reflection of the OHEA leadership workshop on November 17, 2018 held at Brescia University College in London, Ontario.
Writing notebook with notes with people and a powerpoint presentation behind it
Participants had the opportunity to learn so much from the speakers.
Why is this workshop is great for students? 
The leadership workshop, Career Leadership by Influencing the Community, hosted by the Ontario Home Economics Association (OHEA) provided students the opportunity to learn more about themselves, upgrade our career profiles, get to know our interviewer better, and connect with professionals in our field.

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The Royal Food and Nutrition Forum 2018

11/16/2018

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By: Mary Carver, P.H.Ec.
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Mary Carver bringing greetings from OHEA at The Royal Food and Nutrition Forum 2018. Source: Eileen Stanbury, P.H.Ec.
​‘For 10 Days Agriculture Comes to the City.’  What an appropriate annual tag-line used by The Royal Agricultural Winter Fair (RAWF).

Since 1922, Agriculture has brought international attention to Toronto in November, as farmers, producers, commodity groups, and homesteaders arrive, to exhibit their very best agricultural products and livestock.

Competition is steep, but food education is a primary focus at RAWF. Many features meld seamlessly into Ontario Ministry of Education curriculum.

This year, Royal planners invited Professional Home Economists, Registered Dietitians, Food Educators, Researchers, Farmers, Authors and Consumers to discuss food perspectives on Nov. 7th.  The invigorating event was promoted as The Royal Food & Nutrition Forum and held on-site. ​

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P.H.Ecs Sweep Brescia Awards

9/22/2018

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This photo can be found in the Summer 2018 Brescia Alumnae Magazine BOLD. Left to right: Dr. Paula Dworatzek, RD, P.H.Ec., Dr. Danielle Battram, RD, P.H.Ec., and Mrs. Lucy Mahood, BASc, P.H.Ec.
OHEA would like to recognize and congratulate three outstanding Professional Home Economists (P.H.Ec). 

The image shown is featured in the current issue (September 2018) of Brescia University College's Alumnae Magazine, BOLD. It shows three Professional Home Economists who received outstanding recognition from Brescia University College this year: 

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OttawaHEA Supports On-Campus Food Bank Through Annual Event

9/16/2018

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Submitted by Mary Carver, P.H.Ec.
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Bravo to Ottawa Home Economists who held the annual Pant-a-Thon event at Algonquin College on September 4-7, 2018. 536 pairs of culinary uniform trousers were hemmed (over four days) resulting in a donation to the Algonquin College Food Cupboard of $4,275.00.

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