Summer 2012

A Thoughtful Look Inside Canadas Newest National Treasure...

Its always a great day to stand up for human rights.

Pictured L to R: Cathy Tallman, Bob Tallman, Ralph Appelbaum, Matt Tallman

Featuring: An Early Glimpse of the Master Exhibit Plan Celebrating Star Volunteers & Friends National Corporate Donor Update Upcoming Events to Attend CMHR Confirms Timeline for Inauguration

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Donors Get Early Glimpse of Canadian Museum for Human Rights Master Exhibit Plan
Filmmaking is an art form where a lot of people hold the brush, British filmmaker David Lean said upon completing his epic film Lawrence of Arabia. With this creative insight, keynote speaker Ralph Appelbaum described the collaborative process of designing and building the masterpiece that will be the Canadian Museum for Human Rights (CMHR) to more than 200 fellow brush-holders at a Donor Appreciation Luncheon in April. The event was sponsored by the Radisson Hotel Winnipeg Downtown with generous support from Canad Inns. Appelbaum, President of the New York-based Ralph Appelbaum Associates, is the award-winning museum designer commissioned to create the interior wonders of the CMHR. His presentation took his audience on a powerful virtual tour of the CMHRs galleries and exhibits, each designed to engage, enlighten and inspire visitors from Canada and around the world. A modern museum is not just what you see when you come through the door, he said of the vast team effort behind making the CMHR a reality. Its a complex institution that involves research (and) reaching out past Winnipeg into the world community of museums. He spoke eloquently of what sets the CMHR apart from other museums: Were not an art museum. Were really a museum about an idea. The purpose of the CMHR, he says, is to refine our moral sensibilities. The Museum will show us who we are, and who we need to become. We are born to be good, he said, but sometimes we lose our way. Thoughtful planning and state-of-the-art multimedia technology will deliver this message in a provocative way. The CMHRs galleries will be filled with dynamic exhibits encouraging visitors to explore, learn and grow. Stunning visuals and interactive displays, storytelling alcoves and dramatic performances by live actors will bring human rights history and experiences to life. According to Appelbaum, several linear film productions and one 360-degree panoramic film will take visitors through the history of human rights. An immersive multimedia experience will invite visitors to engage and participate in rather than actively observe the Museums content. Exhibits will also feature hundreds of images, artifacts and works of art.

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Visitors to the CMHR will begin their journey in Buhler Hall (pictured above), a communal hall with a ceiling that opens up into the interior heart of the Museum.

Opening the Door to a Better World*

Appelbaum began his thrilling virtual tour of the Museums interior at the building entrance between two of the structures massive roots. The roots represent the earth as the common home of all people and the beginning of our journey from darkness to light, from despair to hope. From here, he says, visitors enter Buhler Hall, a vast welcome and gathering space. High-contrast ambient projections against an earthen red wall welcome visitors in different languages. Part of the ceiling opens up into the heart of the Museum and offers a dazzling view of people crossing one of the ramps high above. Made possible through the generous support of Bonnie and John Buhler, this vibrant communal hall is where visitors begin their personal journeys through the CMHR. Next, visitors follow a hallway into the Introduction to Human Rights gallery. The exhibits here immerse people in the range of diversity of the human rights story, Appelbaum says, and answer basic questions to help people focus on human rights and introduce the role of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights, which Canada helped create in 1948. Visitors traveling through the gallery will encounter a powerful soundscape and dramatic floor-to-ceiling panoramic film, from which objects significant to the story will appear to emerge almost magically. A human rights timeline will help visitors especially students and teachers find exactly where their story begins in the global and historical context.

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The Aboriginal Peoples in Canada gallery (pictured above) features a basket-shaped theatre. Inside the theatre, a 360-degree film screen tells the story of Canadas Indigenous peoples First Nations, Mtis, Inuit. At the far end of the Introduction gallery stands a basket-shaped theatre. Inside the theatre, a 360-degree film screen tells the story of Canadas Indigenous peoples First Nations, Mtis, Inuit and presents Indigenous concepts of humanitys rights and responsibilities. According to Appelbaum, the Aboriginal Peoples of Canada exhibit is where visitors will hear stories about community and co-existence, respect and modes of government... It serves as the prologue to the great story we are about to tell. That great story is Canadas Human Rights Journey, which occupies the Museums largest space. The journey through this gallery begins with films that explore Canadas human rights struggles and successes. The open, two-storey gallery features multi-layered, dynamic presentations of Canadas human rights advances and setbacks, as well as our nations development of human rights laws and institutions. An interactive floor game will engage visitors of all ages in discovering how individual actions have an effect on others. An enormous canvas will provide a backdrop for digital projections, and three stages hidden in the wall will open to reveal performances by actors portraying figures and scenes from Canadas human rights journey. The gallery also features storytelling alcoves: mini exhibits that bring to life the stories and experiences of Canadas human rights pioneers and champions. Appelbaum says many of these heroes are relatively unknown. This is a gallery devoted to remembering their names. Visitors can even leave their own names and human rights stories behind in a recording booth, and watch recordings left behind by previous visitors. Canadas Challenge, the next gallery, sheds light on the unique character of Canadas legal system and the traditions that have influenced it. An animated Living Tree will blend words and images to evoke the flexible nature of Canadas laws. Artifacts and documents will be displayed here, including the Canadian Bill of Rights and the
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Canadian Human Rights Act. Visitors can gather at a ring-shaped Debate Table to participate in facilitated discussions. The table is enhanced with digital interfaces and overhead monitors that provide context and invite visitors to vote on specific human rights cases and situations. Midway through the CMHR, visitors reach the Examining the Holocaust gallery, which explores the most thoroughly researched genocide in history. Here, visitors gain powerful perspective from real-life stories and view footage in a theatre resembling a shell of broken glass. A freestanding showcase will present real artifacts associated with the Holocaust along with the stories behind them. An interactive exhibit will deepen our understanding of Raphael Lemkins techniques of genocide. Appelbaum says, The walls are etched with images of genocide so we can better understand what genocide isbecause it hasnt stopped. Visitors will see the worlds response to those tragic events through giant scrapbooks whose pages turn with a wave of your hand. There are also stories of human rights workers out there working to make sure events like that dont happen again. The next gallery, Hope and Hard Work, presents and explains the Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Here, visitors will use large interactive monitors to explore how the Declaration applies to real-world situations. Another exhibit will focus on John Humphreys, the Canadian who played a lead role in drafting the Declaration. Panels with images and texts will highlight some of the many other human rights instruments that followed the Declaration, and an animated overhead projection will depict the Declarations thirty clauses. Breaking the Silence follows a quiet, respectful place where visitors can learn more about the five genocides recognized by Canadian Parliament, the Armenian genocide, the Holodomor, the Holocaust, Rwanda, and Srebrenica. In July 2012, the CMHR signed a Memorandum of Understanding with the Memorial in Commemoration of Famines Victims in Kyiv that will see both organizations collaborate to promote human rights through education and example, and to share materials and research resources related to the Holodomor. The Holodomor is the forced famine that resulted in the death of millions in Ukraine. This partnership will expand our awareness of one of the grossest violations of human rights in history, and the silence that kept it hidden for too long. Appelbaum says the CMHR has inspired keen interest from the worldwide museum community, whose members anticipate the scope and impact of the Museum on this critical area of humanity. Everywhere I go, people ask me, Whats going on in Winnipeg? Will it become the mother ship for museums of conscience around the world? From Breaking the Silence, visitors will enter The Forum. The Forum is a positive space meant to inspire hope in our visitors after having come through several challenging galleries focused on historic violations, mass atrocities, genocide and crimes against humanity.
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With a grand view of the exhibits below, a network of translucent alabaster ramps will convey Museum visitors upwards into a modern-day view of human rights. Human Rights Today features a spectacular world map that Appelbaum says would make (CNN anchor) Wolf Blitzer jealous. Visitors can interact with the map to find out whats happening in human rights anywhere in the world in real time. The gallery will also lead visitors through exhibits that demonstrate how the media shapes perceptions of human rights abuses, and to an interactive tapestry of some of the people who defend human rights in their work every day. The final gallery, Take Action, invites visitors to make an active commitment to protecting human rights. Here, Museum facilitators will answer questions, engage visitors in discussions, and help visitors discover what actions they can take to promote the rights of everyone. The Museum experience culminates in a visit to the Tower of Hope, accessible via glass elevator or circular staircase. The Tower offers a magnificent view of Winnipeg and will house the story of the recipient of a newly-created human rights award. Here visitors can share their thoughts and receive a memento to remind them of their personal journey at the Museum. On the top floor, you are welcome to participate, because you have seen how change is made, says Appelbaum.

Pictured L to R: Gail Asper, National Campaign Chair, FCMHR; Markus Chambers, Tournament Chair; Howard Morry, Chair of the Manitoba Campaign Cabinet have lots to smile about after the fourth annual Drive Fore the Stars Golf Classic at Larters at St. Andrews. To date, the DFTS Golf Classic has raised $30,476 for the FCMHR.

Drive Fore the Stars Golf Classic

Space is limited, so register now: Date: Thursday, August 30, 2012 Location: Larters at St. Andrews, 30 River Road, St. Andrews, Manitoba

Dont miss the 5th Annual Drive Fore the Stars Golf Classic!
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Registration: $275 per golfer Contact: Tournament Chair, Markus Chambers at (204) 791-1950 or email driveforethestars@mts.net

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Pictured L to R: Ralph Appelbaum, President, Ralph Appelbaum Associates; Stuart Murray, President and CEO, CMHR; Bob Tallman, CEO/ Chairman, Princess Auto But just as no two visitors will share the same Museum experience, no one visitor will experience the Museum the same way twice. Exhibits will change constantly, says Appelbaum, not just to stay current, but to give visitors a real reason to come back, a real reason to learn about how the world works. At the conclusion of his stunning virtual tour, Appelbaum sums up the purpose of the Museums design with sobering but inspiring words: Its about really getting down to what we are able to do to each other, he says, and using this Museum as a beacon to make sure it never happens again.

A More Tolerant Place for All

Also at the Donor Appreciation Luncheon was longtime Museum supporter Bob Tallman, CEO of Winnipeg-based Princess Auto Inc., who, along with his wife Cathy, leads the Tallman Foundation. The couple officially became Friends of the CMHR in 2006. Following Appelbaums presentation, Tallman also addressed the audience. Its my hope that all school children in Canada will be able to learn from this Museum about how we can continue to make our country a more tolerant place for all, he said. Tallman said he and his wife chose to support the CMHR because they recognized the excitement and positive change the Museum would generate for Winnipeg. He says they were also inspired by the Museums promising role in restoring and strengthening human rights around the world. He then recounted thoughts shared with him by a young man from an impoverished background, who recently participated in a tour of the Museums exterior. The student said he had been raised to believe that wealthy people dont care about those living in poverty, but learning about the Museum and what it represents for all people made him change his views. Tallman said he believes the ideas and ideals on display inside the Museum will make Winnipeg and Canada even better places to live.

*Readers take note: Gallery titles are subject to change.

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STAR VOLUNTEERS

Friends Events and Celebrations

Luncheon Honours Museums Star Volunteers

The FCMHRs volunteer team members are stars in their own right. Pictured, back row, L to R: Vanessa Cayer - FCMHR Volunteer Coordinator, Sharon Chapman, Marie Louise, Susan Kasian, Gisele Hawkins, Valerie Wolbert, Penny Jones Square, Beverley White, Carole Osler. Front Row L to R: Gail Gowanlock, Joan Papushka, Sherrill Levene, Charlotte Katz, Eva Lavallee Creating a world-class museum requires a stellar team effort and the FCMHR is fortunate to have the support of some all-star volunteers. In appreciation for their valuable contribution to the Museum effort, the FCMHR hosted a June luncheon, featuring an on-site tour of the Museum under construction. The volunteers were thanked by Susan Graham, Interim CEO, FCMHR. The group was moved by CMHRs new promotional video, and enjoyed a presentation by Kathi Neal, FCMHRs Director of Communications and Marketing.
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Sophie champions social rights

Pictured L to R: Sophie Wynne and Gail Asper, National Campaign Chair, FCMHR Sophie Wynne has generously donated a portion of her monetary gifts received at her Bat Mitzvah. A short excerpt from her Bat Mitzvah speech explains why: One of the Mitzvots is giving to charity. I am making a donation to the CMHR. Social justice is very important to me, and I am so proud that we are going to have a museum that will promote just that: social justice and human rights.

Dufresne Challenge

Gr. 8 St. Alphonsus School

In recognition of Dufresnes 25th anniversary, the Dufresne Foundation directed a $20,000 grant to support youth programming at the CMHR as part of their $1 Million Charity Challenge. Pictured L to R: Krista Scherpenzeel; Troy Davis, President; Howard Morry, Chair of the Manitoba Campaign Cabinet, FCMHR; Mark Dufresne, CEO; Lisa Davies-Hoes and Debra Scott are all in the mood to celebrate!
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The FCMHR would like to thank Michael Workmans Grade 8 class from St. Alphonsus School for $1,004 in proceeds from their 12 Hour Relay. What human rights champions!

Happy Birthday to Jack!

Jack Scurfield may be only eight years old, but hes already a human rights champion! I asked my friends who were invited to my birthday party to donate to the Museum instead of getting birthday presents because I have had lots of birthdays with presents, and I already have lots of toys. So I decided to donate to the Museum because it needs the money more than I need more toys. I was proud to give the money that I raised to the Museum so that my friends and I can visit there some day. And my family still gave me some presents, Jack says. Gail Asper was so moved by Jacks generous gift that she treated him to a tour of the Museum!

Jack Scurfield, Human Rights Champion with Gail Asper. Pictured behind: The official Mahatma Gandhi sculpture commissioned by the Government of India by renowned sculptor Ram Vanji Sutar and presented to FCMHR. The gift of this sculpture would not have been possible without the efforts of Dr. Naranjan S. Dhalla, founder of the India Canada Culture and Heritage Association.

Thank You, Jalynn!

Paul Pellegrini, Co-chair, Ontario Campaign Cabinet, recently announced that his Co-chair Jalynn Bennett would be departing due to changes in her circumstances and increasing family commitments.Jalynn has been a steadfast volunteer for more than seven years with the FCMHR, providing leadership support to the Ontario team. A donor and active ambassador with the FCMHR, she remains dedicated to the project, and will actively follow our renewed Campaign progress. Thank you for being such a wonderful Friend Jalynn!

Jalynn Bennett

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REALTORS

REALTORS Show Their Support for CMHR

Pictured L to R: OREA President Ron Abraham and Past President Barb Sakkau show their colleagues support for the CMHR by presenting a $55,000 cheque from the Association to Lynda Henriksen, Ontario Regional Campaign Manager, FCMHR. Individual REALTORS , brokerage firms, boards and associations across Canada have joined forces to support the CMHR, contributing an impressive $1.69 million to the FCMHR. The REALTORS campaign fundraising goal of $2 million is now within reach! Here are some campaign highlights from across Canada:

The National Perspective

Wayne Moen, President of the Canadian Real Estate Association (CREA), says the Associations members are proud to support the CMHR, believing strongly in the principles that will make the Museum a catalyst for positive change. REALTORS across our country have made it clear that we believe in the importance of coming together with members of our community and beyond to promote deeper understanding and respect for others, says Moen. We believe in the need for a global destination for the advancement of human rights located here in Canada.

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The FCMHR would like to acknowledge the great work being done by the Boards and Associations across Canada in support of the CMHR REALTORS fundraising campaign:

On behalf of the CREA Board of Directors, I would like to express our support for the Canadian Museum for Human Rights REALTORS fundraising campaign. We encourage our members to rally together to realize the goal of raising $2 million, securing the prominent placement of the REALTORS logo on the wall of the Museum, and showing the world that REALTORS Care about building better communities and a better future.

Manitoba
Local REALTORS volunteers Peter Squire, Sheldon Zamick and Hannon Bell continue to spearhead the REALTORS campaign. In March, the Manitoba Real Estate Association made a generous donation of $10,000 to the FCMHR.

Vancouver Island Real Estate Association Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver Victoria Real Estate Board Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board Chilliwack and District Real Estate Board Calgary Real Estate Board Manitoba Real Estate Association Winnipeg REALTORS

British Columbia
Since March, the B.C. region has received three separate pledges of $10,000 each from individuals and Associations in Vancouver including a $10,000 gift from the Real Estate Board of Greater Vancouver. Provincial Boards and Associations continue to be enthusiastic participants in the REALTORS campaign, with five of 11 (or 45 per cent) contributing a total of $13,584 to date. The most recent gift was a donation of $1,200 from the Okanagan Mainline Real Estate Board in Kelowna.

Association of Saskatchewan REALTORS

Association

Alberta
Alberta REALTORS continue to show their support for human rights with Fort McMurray Realtor Tim Walsh making a personal contribution of $10,000 to the REALTORS fundraising campaign. The Calgary Real Estate Board has taken a leadership role, providing a cash donation and launching an awareness campaign through the CREB Real Estate News.

Ontario Real Estate Association London and St. Thomas Association of REALTORS Sarnia Real Estate Board The Kingston and Area Real Estate Association The Windsor-Essex County Real Estate Board Toronto Real Estate Board Nova Scotia Association of REALTORS Newfoundland and Labrador Association of REALTORS

Ontario
Ontario REALTORS made a significant contribution, together with individual realtors and Boards across Ontario, in support of human rights. The Ontario Real Estate Association (OREA) joins the real estate community from Ontario and across Canada with a donation of $55,000 contributing to this important institution. REALTORS Care about the community they live in and get directly involved in making them better, says OREA Past President Barb Sukkau. The CMHR is an embodiment of Canadas commitment to democracy, freedom, human rights and the rule of law. We subscribe to a quality of life philosophy and recognize the importance of this project to improving life in our community.
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BRITISH COLUMBIA

What Drives a Donor?

B.C. couple Donna Otto and David Spence make a considered investment in CMHR David Spence and Donna Otto of Port Moody, British Columbia, have long been committed to honouring the dignity of every individual. No wonder that their passion and commitment inspired them to support the CMHR through their familys charitable foundation. The world needs more reminders of the horrendous tragedies that have been committed by motives that are selfish, greedy and self-centred, says David. And more examples of the positive heroes who are motivated by compassion, generosity and hospitality. David and Donna were both born in Winnipeg and Donnas family has particularly deep roots in the immigrant farming communities of the early 20th century. Donnas parents came from Russia more than 90 years ago, when the Russian Revolution was emerging on the landscape, says David. They wanted to leave that behind and chose to come to Canada, where their freedoms were guaranteed and their dignity would be recognized. The couple shares the belief that we all have a virtuous and moral responsibility to be caring for all of the downtrodden; not only humanity but the whole inhabited world. David says he and Donna look forward to continuing to donate to the FCMHR as they follow their unique giving forward philosophy: We like to give forward to the community Giving back suggests weve taken something that we ought not to have had in the first place.
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ALBERTA

Graham Group: Building an Architectural and Human Rights Icon

Pictured L to R: A section of the backlit translucent alabaster ramp; Bill Flaig, Graham Group President & CEO. After nearly four years of construction, the marvelous physical structure of the CMHR will soon be complete. Building such a distinctive architectural icon has truly been a team effort and Gracom, a division of Graham Group Ltd., has been an important member of this team in more ways than one. The project is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity for the company and its employees, says Graham Group project manager Mark Andreosso. Each of our contracts are quite unique and definitely capture many of the architectural features of this magnificent structure. The masonry company is currently bringing its expertise to bear on three distinctive aspects of the new Museum:

A 500 meter backlit translucent alabaster ramp system connecting the Museums
exhibits

Basalt wall panels and columns in Buhler Hall, surrounded by pools in the
Stuart Clark Garden of Contemplation

Ramps and hand rails throughout the facility ensuring full accessibility for all
Our tradespeople are all very proud to be involved, Andreosso says. But the Graham Groups support of the CMHR hasnt been limited to the construction site. The company also made a significant financial contribution to the FCMHR. Bill Flaig, Grahams President and CEO, explains why: Fairness, equality, justice, respect, dignity these are only a few of the descriptors that come to mind when thinking about what this
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building represents. This is about real-life issues, and at Graham, we understand that it is everyones responsibility to uphold these values in our society. It was an honour to play a role in the construction of this building, he says, and to also contribute financially to the Museum.

Albertans continue to shine in their support of CMHR, contributing more than

$1.3 million this past fiscal year.

Over $12 million has been donated to date by Albertans in support of this
one-of-a-kind human rights centre.

Excitement is building within the province for the upcoming CMHR Student

Travel and Human Rights Education Program, in which thousands of Alberta youth will ultimately participate annually.

Welcome to the Calgary Winnipeg Club!

Under the leadership of President Don Jakul, the Calgary Winnipeg Clubs annual golftournamentwas a resounding success again this year. The sold-out tournament, which took place on June 21st at Sirocco Golf & Country Club, donated all proceeds to Calgary andWinnipeg charities includingthe FCMHR.Local Calgary golfers and corporate supporters were joined by their counterparts from Winnipeg for a tournament that is becoming more successful every year.

Calgarys Winnipeg Club is comprised of like-minded individuals who grew up during a special time in the history of veterans. Our friends, neighbours and teachers were mostly immigrants. Many were from Eastern Europe. Many were Holocaust survivors, while others were fleeing the horrors of WWII. All were hard-working and dedicated. All were looking to live in peace, raise a family, and have a better life. We, Calgarys Winnipeg Club, are truly multicultural, and we are a product of our upbringing. Weve set our goals high, and we are hoping to create a golf event that becomes legendary and, like our families before us, we strive to make a better life for all. (Source: calgarywinnipegclub.com) Interested in golfing or sponsorship opportunities fornext year? Visit the website at calgarywinnipegclub.com.
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Pictured L to R: Don Jakul, President, Calgary Winnipeg Club and golfer Paul Finnbogson

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ONTARIO

Ontario Steps Up for the CMHR

Pictured L to R: David Yu, Nancy Siew, Godwin Chan, Senator Vivienne Poy, Y.K. Chau FCMHR and CMHR officials gathered in Toronto recently to pay tribute to the outstanding corporate citizenship and generous support of Ontario organizations dedicated to realizing the worlds next great museum the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. Senator Vivienne Poy and Jennifer Tory, Regional President, RBC Royal Bank Greater Toronto, hosted a private reception in March at Royal Bank Plaza.Guests enjoyed a historical depiction in photos of the construction to date of the CMHR, an address from Stuart Murray, President and CEO of the Museum, and an update from Gail Asper, National Campaign Chair, FCMHR. The very generous and thoughtful citizens and organizations of Ontario have donated close to $30 million to the CMHR, says Asper, who provided the audience with an update on the progress of the first human rights museum of this magnitude in the world. Asper acknowledged the work of the Ontario Campaign Cabinet, along with the early support of RBC and Prime Minister Stephen Harper, in bringing the Museum from concept to reality. She detailed the Museums journey, from the cherished idea of her late father (Dr. Israel Asper) to the world-class facility that will soon unite visitors from around the globe in education, inspiration and action.
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Our uncompromising philosophy of excellence stems from the vision of my father, says Asper. He said We Canadians have a tendency to reach for the middle, not for the stars. With this Museum, we are reaching for the stars. With input from Canadians from coast-to-coast, the Museum will be thoroughly human in scope, relating real-life stories of peoples experiences in human rights conflicts and victories throughout history. A beautiful, ultra-modern building, the CMHR will be a welcoming place about stories and ideas that will inspire visitors to take action in promoting peace and human rights. Asper says Rotary International recognized the educational value of this extraordinary facility, and is organizing a CMHR-based international student human rights study program through their 33,000 clubs around the world. There is no better time than now for Canada to secure its place in the world. In a world of uncertainty, emerging democracies, terrorism and war, Canada has a unique opportunity to define itself as a leader not a leader through force, but a leader through hope, Asper says.

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MANITOBA

One Person Profound Difference Luncheon Inspires Action

Pictured L to R: Manli Ho; Dr. Joseph N. H. Du, C.M., O.M., President, Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and Community Centre; Jeannine Du
In May, the FCMHR in partnership with the CMHR, the Winnipeg Chinese Cultural and Community Centre and Bnai Brith Canada hosted a Luncheon in honour of Ms. Manli Ho of San Francisco, daughter of the late Dr. Fengshan Ho, a human rights champion. At the One Person-Profound Difference Luncheon, Ho shared the inspiring story of how one person her late father took a stand and made a profound difference in the world. Speaking to an audience of more than 200 students, donors and community partners, Ho shared the moving story of how her father, as Chinese consul to Austria from 1938 to 1940, singlehandedly saved thousands of Jews from Nazi capture by issuing them visas to Shanghai. Ho spent 15 years researching her fathers remarkable story, following his death in 1997. She says he spoke very little about this period in his life. The one anecdote from World War II that Dr. Ho shared with his family was facing down the Gestapo when a family friend, Mr. Rosenberg (whose first name has been lost to history), was in danger of being deported to a concentration camp. He told this story to teach his children that one should stand up for what is right, help those in distress and not cave in to bullies, even at gunpoint, Ho says. Like any true hero, Dr. Ho quietly went about making a profound difference in the world without any desire for fame or compensation, says emcee Howard Morry, Chair of the Manitoba Campaign Cabinet, FCMHR.
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Celebrating the power of the individual are Back Row L to R: Brian Mayes, Jeff Morry, Max Feierstein, Miriam Feierstein, Howard Morry, Chair of the Manitoba Campaign Cabinet, FCMHR. Front Row L to R: Shirley Morry, Julius Morry, Hope Morry
Ho says her fathers life had been influenced by the example shown by Norwegian missionaries. Born into poverty in rural China in 1901 and losing his father at age seven, Dr. Ho and his family were helped by the Norwegian Missionary Society. Educated in the missionary schools, and a diligent and hard-working student, Dr. Ho won a scholarship to the Yali School in the provincial capital of Changsha, and later to Yale-in-China University. He went on to attend Munich University in 1926, earning his PhD in political economics in 1932. Dr. Fengshan Hos story exemplifies the stories that will be told at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights to continue to educate and inspire a new generation of human rights heroes, says Gail Asper, National Campaign Chair, FCMHR.

All of our human rights laws and institutions mean nothing, unless individuals like Dr. Ho and like you and me are willing to take a stand for the rights of others, says Stuart Murray, President and CEO, CMHR.
Students in attendance from Winnipegs H.S. Paul and H.C. Avery Schools, and Members of the Bnai Brith Jewish-Aboriginal Roundtable and First Nations for Israel, were certainly inspired by Dr. Hos story. After the Luncheon, they enthusiastically filled out Take Action cards, describing how they plan to make a One Person - Profound Difference: I will stand up for someone that is getting bullied! Amanda pledges, along with many of her fellow classmates. I will not accept racism and will stand up for others who need help, Thomas vows. The Luncheon successfully demonstrates the power the CMHR will have to transform thought and encourage action by sharing the stories of human rights heroes and telling the worlds human rights journey to date. To see video from the Luncheon, please visit the Media Gallery at friendsofcmhr.com.

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THANK YOU!

Canadian Museum for Human Rights Confirms Timeline for Inauguration

Its official! Thanks to the generous support and leadership of the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, the City of Winnipeg and the private sector, the CMHR will open its doors in 2014. FCMHR is deeply grateful to the Province of Manitoba for providing a loan guarantee for $35 million. This commitment, together with the support of the Government of Canada, the City of Winnipeg and the leadership of the private sector, has helped enable the CMHR to confirm the 2014 inauguration. Far more than a remarkable addition to Winnipegs growing skyline, this Museum will be a beacon around the globe that inspires action, interest and reflection on human rights says Greg Selinger, Premier of Manitoba. As Manitobans, our collective role in building the Canadian Museum for Human Rights will leave a mark that future generations will recognize as our part in making the world a better place, where all people can live with dignity and respect. A $351 million total project cost was set in December of 2011 after the CMHR Board and Management reviewed and assessed the base building, exhibit development, design and construction budgets. Because both the schedule and budget are contingent upon opening date and funding security, it is a prudent business decision for the FCMHR to accept the loan guarantee from the province. This solution was only put forward because of FCMHRs proven track record of fundraising success. Thanks to the outstanding leadership of donors, volunteers and supporters, FCMHR has raised an additional $3.2 million since its last update in October 2011, making the total amount raised to date an impressive $133.2 million. Manitoba Premier Greg Selinger Were so grateful that everyone involved, including the Government of Canada and the Province of Manitoba, has refused to compromise on the original vision of my father, the late Dr. Israel Asper, says Gail Asper, National Campaign Chair.

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FCMHR Board of Directors 2012-2013

CHAIR: John Stefaniuk, B.Comm. (Hons.), LL.B., Winnipeg, MB DIRECTORS: Ali Alizadeh, Minneapolis, MN Gail Asper, O.C., O.M., LL.D., Winnipeg MB Gus Campbell, B.Comm, CA, FCA, Winnipeg, MB Stuart Clark, B.Comm, (Hons), LL.D, Calgary, AB The Hon. Vim Kochhar, Senator, O.Ont., O.M.C., Toronto, ON Richard Leipsic, Winnipeg, MB Moe Levy, Winnipeg, MB Donald B. MacDonald, BA, CIM, FCSI, CFA, Toronto, ON Stuart Murray, Pres. & CEO, Canadian Museum for Human Rights, Winnipeg, MB Lisa Pankratz, FCA, CFA, Vancouver, BC Paul Pellegrini, Toronto, ON Arni C. Thorsteinson, Winnipeg, MB

But we still have much work to do, she adds, to ensure future visitors of the Museum are given a truly life-changing and world-changing experience. The Government of Canada and the Province of Manitoba recognize the Museum as a one-of-a-kind opportunity to create an experience that will change lives and change the world. They see how it will invigorate our provinces tourism industry, revitalize our city, and stand tall as a symbol of Canadas brand as a human rights leader. Pledges are coming in on schedule with less than a one per cent drop rate and the support and leadership of the private sector continues to grow. In fact, recently FCMHR was pleased to welcome three new board members: Ali Alizadeh from Minneapolis, Stuart Clark from Calgary and Paul Pellegrini from Toronto. We are confident that with our donors ongoing support and the increasing awareness of the Museum nationally and internationally, we will meet our fundraising goal for a third time, Asper says. In fact, we have some very positive announcements to share in the near future. We realize that Canadians have great expectations for this project, and the support being provided to the Museum will enable us to complete the building as well as the exhibit development and construction, providing Canadians with the opportunity to enjoy their national museum dedicated to human rights as soon as possible, says Stuart Murray, President and Chief Executive Officer of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights. We have had tremendous support from our partners at the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, the City of Winnipeg, and the 7,300 donors who have contributed time and money to this project to get us to where we are today. We look forward to hosting all Canadians in 2014.

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Celebrating Friends of the Canadian Museum for Human Rights

We are fortunate to have such dedicated Friends working together to realize the CMHR. We appreciate the efforts of all who share our vision for a world-class museum that will inspire a better world. In this edition, we salute several of our volunteers who earned special recognition for their contributions to society in Canada and beyond.

The Honourable Dr. Asha Seth, Senator

Prime Minister Stephen Harper appointed Dr. Asha Seth, an obstetrician/gynecologist at St. Josephs Health Centre in Toronto, to the Canadian Senate in January. I was humbled and honoured by this appointment (and) to answer the Prime Ministers call to duty, she says. An avid philanthropist, Dr. Seth continues to be actively involved in numerous charities, fundraising committees and events. Shes helped raise many millions for a variety of worthy causes including the Heart and Stroke Foundation of Ontario, hostels for underprivileged children in India, the Canadian National Institute for the Blind and the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons. In 2008, she founded the Northern Indian Medical & Dental Association of Canada Foundation based in Toronto. Its everyones obligation to put back into the world at least what they take out, Dr. Seth says. Even if you help just one person, thats amazing.

The Honourable Dr. Asha Seth, Senator

Friends named to Order of Manitoba

Congratulations to Friends supporters Mark Chipman, Brian Postl, Art Miki, Bob Silver and James Coyne. This May, all five were named to the Order of Manitoba for their outstanding contributions to the social, cultural and economic well-being of the province of Manitoba.

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Bonnie and John Buhler, C.M.

In June, Bonnie and John Buhler, C.M. received well-deserved recognition for their generous support of a variety of community-based organizations in the education, health care, arts, business and human rights sectors. The Buhlers were first honoured by the Jewish National Fund of Canada Manitoba/Saskatchewan Region, at its prestigious Negev Gala in June. Later in the month, John was named a Member of the Order of Canada in recognition for his contributions as an entrepreneur and philanthropist. You feel so good about what youre doing philanthropically. It makes everything else so much easier, John Buhler told the Winnipeg Free Press.

Pictured L to R: Mr. Efi Stenzler, World Chairman KKL-JNF (Israel); Bonnie and John Buhler; Mr. Mel Lazareck, Prairie Region President JNF; Mr. Rob Berkowits, Executive Director JNF Manitoba & Saskatchewan Regional Office

Yude Henteleff
The Canadian Friends of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem (CFHU) honoured human rights advocate and lawyer Mr. Yude M. Henteleff, C.M., Q.C., LL.D. (Hon.) on April 30th at a reception in Winnipeg. Renowned for his outstanding dedication to community service for more than 40 years, Henteleff has made significant contributions to both Canada and Israel as a champion of human rights, democracy, the environment, and individuals with special needs.

Pictured L to R: CFHU National Director Rami Kleinmann, CFHU Associate National Director Merle Goldman, CFHU Winnipeg Chapter Board Member Murray Palay, Honouree Yude Henteleff and CFHU Winnipeg Chapter President Faith Kaplan.

Howard Morry, Douglas Ward of Pitblado Law

Recognized by Martindale Hubbell-LexisNexis as AV Preeminent, the highest rating in legal standards and ethics, both Morry and Ward were unanimous choices in a confidential polling of members of the bar and judiciary.

Pictured L to R: Howard Morry, Chair of the Manitoba Campaign Cabinet, FCMHR; Douglas Ward, Q.C., Former President, FCMHR Board of Directors
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Stuart Murray receives QE11 Diamond Jubilee Medal

CMHR President and CEO Stuart Murray received the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal on May 23rd at a ceremony in Winnipeg. Congratulations Stuart! He is pictured here with Joyce Bateman, MP. The medal is a tangible way for Canada to honour Her Majesty for her service to this country. At the same time, it serves to honour contributions and achievements made by Canadians who represent the full breadth of our society.

Gail Asper, National Campaign Chair, FCMHR

Gail Asper, National Campaign Chair, FCMHR, with Mark Messier. Its been a busy few months for Gail Asper, who was chosen as the Rady JCC Y Sports Dinner 2012 Honouree and shared the stage with keynote speaker, six-time Stanley Cup winner and Hockey Hall of Fame Inductee, Mark Messier. Asper also recently tripped the light fantastic in Dancing with Celebrities on behalf of the Society for Manitobans with Disabilities, with winning results. Asper, and best pal Brenda Gorlick, captured first place honours for their lively, 1920s flapper performance. Asper is also chairing this years Jewish Federation of Winnipegs Combined Jewish Appeal (CJA) Campaign. Winnipeg has a wonderful Jewish community and my family and I have enjoyed the many benefits the community has to offer. I felt that chairing the CJA campaign would be a good way to reconnect with the community.
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Artwork Donated

Pictured L to R: Stuart Murray, artist Jessica Canard and the Right Honourable Michalle Jean had lots to celebrate on Friday, June 22nd. Jessica Canard was pleased to donate her first piece of public artwork Untitled, a colourful and symbolic door, for display at the CMHR Offices. One important way the Museum will fulfill its mandate is to inspire youth to be agents of change and take action for human rights.

Dufresne Golf Tournament

The FCMHR is honoured to be selected as the recipient charity of Dufresnes Play for a Purpose Golf Tournament. Over the next three years, Dufresne will partner with the FCMHR on this exciting new initiative driven by the Dufresne team. Here are the details on the inaugural tournament:

Date: Thursday, September 13, 2012 Location: Glendale Golf & Country Club, Winnipeg, MB Registration: $225 per golfer, $900 per team Contact: Event Chair, Jolene Bergen at (204) 989-9898 or email playgolf@dufresne.ca
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Perimeter Tours
Thanks to the Government of Canada, the Province of Manitoba, the City of Winnipeg and 7,300 donors and volunteers, Canadas newest national treasure is becoming a reality. Hundreds have enjoyed free Perimeter Tours offered by the CMHR over the summer months.

FREE SUMMER 2012 PERIMETER TOURS May 18 September 1, 2012

Construction and Architecture Tour This tour offers a unique opportunity to learn about the transformative construction and architecture of the iconic building that is redefining Winnipegs skyline. Human Rights Iconography Tour This tour examines the concepts of human rights, using stories from around the world. Visitors will be introduced to the new human rights iconography and learn the connections to the building and how human rights are relevant to each and every one of us. For more info, please contact: e: tours@museumforhumanrights.ca t: (204) 289-2016 tty: (204) 289-2050

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