The Van Horne Estate on Ministers Island Inc.

Membership!

Introduction

The Van Horne Estate on Ministers Island Inc. is a body representing the local communities who believe strongly in the provincial and national importance of the Island. At the encouragement of our provincial government representative, MLA Tony Huntjens, a group representing not only these local communities but also the groups who have in the past taken an interest and made contributions to the Island gathered to create this corporation.

VHEMI is an incorporated body governed by a board of directors elected from its membership. Becoming a member shows that you too believe in and support our mission.

What We Believe

Our vision of Ministers Island is that of a place where natural and cultural resources are respected and history is celebrated, today and for future generations.

Our mission is to

  • protect, preserve, develop and promote the legacy of Ministers Island
  • ensure public ownership and accessibility
  • ensure environmental and economic sustainability

As we set out to work with government, other agencies, and most importantly the people of our area, we value

  • inclusiveness (partnerships, diversity)
  • stewardship
  • education
  • innovation and creativity
  • recreation
  • satisfaction

Who We Are

Execut8ive Director: Mark Clark

Our current board is made up of the following members:

Chairperson: Art MacKay
Vice-Chairperson: Walter Kozak
Secretary: Sheila Simpson
Treasurer: Dareth Thorne
Members: Hugh Akagi, Michael Craig, Gerald MacEachren, Brenda Waiwood

The by-laws under which we operate are available (see the sidebar at the right) or at the Ross Memorial Library in St. Andrews.