Q: Please include any additional comments including suggestions for different venues, best days/time of the week, etc.
A: I think semi-annual is the right frequency unless there are especially pressing issues (like the BC election)

Q: If yes, how frequently would you like it to occur?
A: Quarterly

Q: Would you like to see this type of gathering continue?
A: Yes

Q: What could have been improved about the evening? (Format ok? Did you feel welcome?) Please explain:
A: Maybe a little more direction (as to the purpose etc) might have galvanized the group.

Q: What did you like about the evening?
A: Good mixer, pleasant environment

Q: Please include any additional comments including suggestions for different venues, best days/time of the week, etc.
A: Jakes was a good place as one can have food and a beverage. Any day of the week will prove to be a challenge for somebody or another but I think a Wednesday or Thursday probably works.

Q: If yes, how frequently would you like it to occur?
A: Every 2 months

Q: Would you like to see this type of gathering continue?
A: Yes

Q: What could have been improved about the evening? (Format ok? Did you feel welcome?) Please explain:
A: I was not there at the start as I was at another meeting in Duncan. I would like to have heard a brief intro from each person in attendance.

Q: What did you like about the evening?
A: The informality.

Q: Which social event did you attend?
A: Lake Cowichan

Q: Please include any additional comments including suggestions for different venues, best days/time of the week, etc.
A: Tuesday’s are better for me as i have regular groups and board meetings on Wednesday but I realize you can please everyone. Just make it different days so others can attend as well

Q: If yes, how frequently would you like it to occur?
A: Every 2 months

Q: Would you like to see this type of gathering continue?
A: Yes

Q: What could have been improved about the evening? (Format ok? Did you feel welcome?) Please explain:
A: A guest speaker would have helped to focus and stimulate more discussion

Q: What did you like about the evening?
A: It was a great opportunity to talk to others about the weir and political climate.

Q: Which social event did you attend?
A: Lake Cowichan

Q: Please include any additional comments including suggestions for different venues, best days/time of the week, etc.
A: I think the venue chosen is about the best one available for a small social gathering. I think a weekday evening or maybe a winter Sun afternoon are good times.

Q: If yes, how frequently would you like it to occur?
A: Quarterly

Q: Would you like to see this type of gathering continue?
A: Yes

Q: What could have been improved about the evening? (Format ok? Did you feel welcome?) Please explain:
A: No ideas for improvement.

Q: What did you like about the evening?
A: It gave me the opportunity to meet new people many of whom share common interests. I heard new ideas and action plans personally initiated. I liked the info tables.

Q: Which social event did you attend?
A: Duncan