Minutes

I. Call to Order

The meeting started at 7:07 pm.

II. Roll Call

Attendees:

1. Alexander Abdulla
2. Quan Ngo (Jessica)
3. Soyeon Kim (Recorder)
4. Vi Ly (Chair)

Regrets:

1. Chan Oh
2. Patricia Burletoff

III. Approval of Agenda

The Board approved the agenda.

IV. New Business

1. Report on creating a Corporate Bank Account

The Chair reported on the status of corporate bank account creation. After comparison, the minimum fee to maintain an account is a main concern, rather than the service fee. From research, RBC provides the most flexible option, however, CAD 2,000 is the minimum amount to maintain. The National Bank of Canada has a supportive system, but the process is complicated. And has an office in Delta, BC which may be inconvenient in case one needs to visit.

Jessica suggested also looking at digital banks such as Tangerine and EQ bank.

The Chair will compare more and choose the best option that has the least fee to maintain.

Motion: The Chair to look into corporate bank options more and report during the next meeting.

2. Report on the activities and the progress of the first course, “Can-do Attitude”

The Chair reported that the first course “Can-do Attitude” was offered in Vietnamese. And now it is in the testing phase. The course is mainly targeted for the young youths. The next step is to make it to the pilot stage and make it also available in English.

The Chair raised a concern that we need more resources, especially people who know and are ready to help with funding applications. Without additional support, we cannot push for the March deadline. She also raised a point, about whether no funding could affect organisational reputation.

Soyeon agreed that we need more human resources and all the Board members should take ownership and be responsible. And if we cannot find good human resources using our network, looking for students interested in voluntary internship opportunities may be a consideration.

Jessica responded that no or little funding may not affect organisational reputation as much, but it could affect team motivation. Jessica said she could help out with the funding application search.

The Chair thanked for the suggestions. And said she would take into consideration.

V. Set Meeting Dates

Tuesday, February 6, 2024 at 7 pm PST.

VI. Member Comments/Announcements

There were no comments or announcements from the members.

VII. Adjournment

The meeting was adjourned at 7:45 pm.