THEA, established on May 13, 1938, has a number of objects including promoting the well-being of individuals and families, acquiring and disseminating knowledge of common professional interest, promoting high professional standards, and striving for increased recognition of all facets of the Home Economics profession. Membership benefits include: professional development by attending meetings offered 4-5 times/year; networking opportunities to make new contacts in all areas of Home Economics; quarterly newsletters featuring a Calendar of Events, Member News, What’s New, and an Info Corner; comprehensive annual membership directory illustrating the diverse nature of Home Economics and THEA; and employment opportunities.
THEA sponsors an award for distinguished service to the Home Economics profession, establishes an award with Ryerson University’s Food and Nutrition program, raises money for, and volunteers with, many charities, and provides career development insight. In addition, members receive email updates and meeting announcements. Contact Ruth McDonald at [email protected] or [email protected].
QHEA has been active in the Quinte area for more than 30 years. Meetings are held the third Monday of the month from February to May and September to December. Meetings have both a professional and social networking focus. Monthly programs have included local tours (e.g. museums), participation in a ‘mini’ cooking class (e.g. making chocolates, appetizers) a variety of guest speakers from lawyers, financial counsellors, a midwife, as well as a ‘make-and-take’ event when members share of their own expertise and talent. The Christmas silent auction, bus trips, and other ‘one-of-a-kind’ special events are fundraisers that help support our local and international projects and fund scholarships for students entering Home Economics-Family Studies related programs in post-secondary educational institutions. Membership is open to professional Home Economists as well as individuals who support the goals of QHEA.
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Ottawa Home Economics Association
OHEA Member $24 / Student $12
Current membership stands at 37 with a simplified Executive that includes Treasurer, Membership Chair, Newsletter Coordinator and Liaison to OHEA. A Planning Committee meets annually to recruit ideas and volunteers to organize 4-5 meetings per year, with emphasis on professional development, group interests and social contact. Projects designed to meet community needs are encouraged. For many years an annual sewing bee has yielded about 200 fleece hats for donation to Ottawa shelters.
In addition, twice yearly Algonquin College culinary students have had their uniform pants hemmed by our members and others for a fee added to their student fees which goes to the College Food Cupboard.
In 2022 Ottawa HEA celebrated its’ 90th anniversary. To celebrate the occasion, the Ottawa Home Economics Association Fund was established within the Ottawa Community Foundation. The goal of the fund is to establish a legacy in support of the goals of home economics to improve the quality of life for families and individuals. The inaugural focus of the Fund will be support for pre-natal and infant programs with a strong nutrition component and organizations providing nutritious food to at-risk populations. For more info: contact Membership Chair: Anne-Marie Ellis, P.H.Ec. - [email protected]
Waterloo-Wellington Home Economics Association
A dynamic group of professionals that meets three to four times per year with peers and students interested in Home Economics. Programs move between Guelph, Kitchener and Waterloo for our members’ convenience. WWHEA responds to issues within the region and networks with similar professional groups and the University of Guelph to provide up-to-date information and trends for our members. In addition, members receive a membership directory, meeting announcements and e-mail updates.
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Niagara Region Home Economics Association
Approximately 30 members meet four times a year with varied programs providing professional updating and social networking. A newsletter (e-mailed when feasible) is issued before each meeting. Fundraising provides a scholarship awarded annually to a high school student entering a Home Economics-related program. We assist selected local family-centred community agencies.