<div><p style="font-size:50px;margin-top:0;margin-bottom:0">😅</p><p style="margin-top:10px;margin-bottom:0">Charles Mok (gmail) reacted via <a href="https://www.google.com/gmail/about/?utm_source=gmail-in-product&utm_medium=et&utm_campaign=emojireactionemail#app">Gmail</a></p></div><br><div class="gmail_quote gmail_quote_container"><div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Wed, Jun 18, 2025 at 2:17 PM Joel Templeman <<a href="mailto:joel.templeman@internetsocietymanitoba.ca">joel.templeman@internetsocietymanitoba.ca</a>> wrote:<br></div><blockquote class="gmail_quote" style="margin:0 0 0 .8ex;border-left:1px #ccc solid;padding-left:1ex">
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Full support from the ISOC Manitoba Chapter (Canada) - not just because we won’t be the 'new kid’ in Canada after this, but because we believe that each province and territory needs and can support its own chapter. Canada is a vast and diverse country with
varied geographies, challenges, and needs. We need all the help we can get.
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<div><b>Joel Templeman, CD, MPA, MEd</b></div>
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<div>On Jun 18, 2025, at 3:29 PM, Charles Mok (gmail) via Chapter-delegates <<a href="mailto:chapter-delegates@elists.isoc.org" target="_blank">chapter-delegates@elists.isoc.org</a>> wrote:</div>
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<div dir="ltr">Great to hear about this! It will be a great addition to ISOC for the North America community!!<br>
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<div dir="ltr" class="gmail_attr">On Wed, Jun 18, 2025 at 8:26 AM Kyle Shulman via Chapter-delegates <<a href="mailto:chapter-delegates@elists.isoc.org" target="_blank">chapter-delegates@elists.isoc.org</a>> wrote:<br>
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Dear Chapter Leaders,</div>
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We recently received the <b>application below to start an Internet Society Chapter in Canada Ontario</b>. I kindly invite you to
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If you know active Internet Society members in Ontario who are interested in joining this initiative, please let me know via
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shulman@isoc.org</a> . I will happily connect them to the volunteers who submitted this application.</div>
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Your comments and input will help us make a final decision on this application and move to the next steps.</div>
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Thank you very much in advance for your feedback. </div>
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Kind regards,</div>
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Kyle Shulman</div>
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Senior Manager, Community Engagement</div>
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Internet Society</div>
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<b>Internet Society Ontario Chapter</b></div>
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<b>A. Proposed name of the Chapter</b></div>
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Internet Society Ontario Chapter</div>
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<b>B. Community of Interest the Chapter will serve</b></div>
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<span>The primary community of interest is the <b>Province of Ontario</b>, In the
</span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/2021_Canadian_Census" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWAacc61f7e-b596-6998-bd11-c96fd410bdd4" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">2021 census</a></span><span>, Ontario
had a population of 14,223,942 living in 5,491,201 of its 5,929,250 total dwellings, a 5.8 percent change from its 2016 population of 13,448,494. With a land area of 892,411.76 km2 (344,562.11 sq mi), it had a population density of 15.9/km2 (41.3/sq mi) in
2021.</span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ontario#cite_note-StatCan2021-2" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWAa4d53a25-06db-657d-f2f9-d03d0e53f16b" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">[2]</a></span><span> This
large and diverse population, spread across a significant geographical area with key urban centres, presents both a substantial opportunity and a clear need for an Internet Society chapter dedicated to promoting digital literacy, accessibility, and informed
Internet governance across the province. The largest </span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/List_of_population_centres_in_Ontario" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWA46eb85bf-3899-e1d3-5688-9c461c4b8652" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">population
centres</a></span><span> in Ontario are </span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Toronto" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWAa9937786-1b2a-cfbb-377e-30f5d673a5a1" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">Toronto</a></span><span>,
</span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ottawa" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWA3f6c2311-074d-089b-d278-66ce08454757" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">Ottawa</a></span><span>,
</span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Hamilton,_Ontario" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWA52b0ae9c-2976-7e9e-c5f6-513348e63262" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">Hamilton</a></span><span>,
</span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Kitchener,_Ontario" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWAeb499a2b-8b69-0b64-0380-a2577193eec7" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">Kitchener</a></span><span>,
</span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/London,_Ontario" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWAbf56afd2-d64d-9a10-219f-9721e476031b" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">London</a></span><span> and
</span><span style="color:rgb(51,102,204)"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Oshawa" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWA3f5d5b3d-538b-8c93-f1e8-e2f3c33452a9" style="color:rgb(51,102,204)" target="_blank">Oshawa</a></span><span>, which all have more
than 300,000 inhabitants.</span></div>
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The Chapter welcomes participation from individuals across Ontario and Canada who share an interest in Internet governance, policy, technology, and development, particularly those operating primarily in English.</div>
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<b>C. Purpose and scope of Chapter</b></div>
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The purpose of the Internet Society Ontario Chapter is to advance the mission of the Internet Society within the Province of Ontario by:</div>
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<b>Promoting an Open, Globally-Connected, Secure, and Trustworthy Internet:</b> Serving as a local platform for discussion, education, and advocacy on critical Internet issues.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Building Capacity:</b> Educating students, professionals, policymakers, and the public on Internet governance, digital rights, online safety, accessibility, and emerging technologies.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Fostering Community:</b> Creating a multi-stakeholder forum for collaboration among academia, the technical community, civil society, the private sector, and government entities within the province's vibrant ecosystem.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Supporting ISOC's Vision:</b> Contributing to global Internet policy discourse and advocating for principles that ensure the Internet is for everyone.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 6pt 23.25pt">
<b>Addressing Local Needs:</b> Focusing on issues relevant to Ontario residents, such as digital inclusion across Ontario's diverse urban and rural landscape, the intersection of technology and civic life, and supporting the region's large tech and innovation
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In particular, the Ontario provincial capital is Toronto, and it's one of the leading North American tech hubs (over 285,000 tech workers, major R&D presence), home to numerous world-class universities and colleges, and its position as Ontario's provincial
capital makes it a critical location for an ISOC chapter. In addition to the regional hubs in Waterloo and Ottawa, these cities have a substantial population of potential ISOC membership. The Chapter will leverage these concentrated strengths and the diverse
digital landscape across the entire province to build a dynamic community engaged in shaping the future of the Internet for all Ontarians and contributing to global Internet discourse. We are committed to ensuring our activities reflect the diversity of Ontario
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<b>D. Outline of key priorities for the first year of Chapter</b></div>
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The inaugural year will focus on establishing a strong operational foundation, building an engaged membership base, and initiating impactful activities.</div>
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Finalize and adopt the Chapter Bylaws.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Formally incorporate as a non-profit entity in Ontario.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Establish financial infrastructure (bank account, basic accounting).</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Elect the first official Chapter Board/Officers as per the bylaws.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Develop internal processes using tools like Trello for project management.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Achieve non-profit incorporation within 6 months.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Hold first official Annual General Meeting (AGM) and election within 12 months.</li></ul>
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<b>Membership Growth & Engagement (Ongoing):</b></li><ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;padding-left:0px">
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Launch membership recruitment drive targeting academic institutions, tech companies, NGOs, and interested individuals.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Develop and launch the Chapter website (WordPress) and social media presence (e.g., LinkedIn, Facebook, Twitter).</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Implement the communication plan (see Section G), including a regular member newsletter.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Recruit a minimum of 100 registered members by the end of Year 1.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Achieve an average open rate of 25% for the member newsletter.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Establish active Chapter presence on at least two relevant social media platforms.</li></ul>
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Formalize collaborations with initial partners (IEEE Toronto, NASIG, VSIG, ARIN, CIRA, NARALO/NPOC).</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Identify and engage with potential new partners in the academic, tech, and civil society sectors within Ontario.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Develop a sponsorship package and initiate fundraising efforts.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Secure formal Memoranda of Understanding (MoUs) or collaboration agreements with at least 3 key partners within Year 1.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Secure initial funding/sponsorship from at least 5 corporate or institutional sponsors by the end of Year 1.</li></ul>
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Co-organize and host the North American School of Internet Governance (NASIG) Toronto event (in collaboration with NASIG).</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Host introductory webinars/events focused on ISOC's mission and key Internet governance topics.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Plan and deliver at least one event specifically focused on digital inclusion or accessibility within Ontario.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Successfully deliver the NASIG Toronto event (or agreed equivalent first major event).</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Engage at least 200-300 individuals from across Ontario through [e.g., 3-4] educational webinars or public forums on key Internet governance issues.</li></ul>
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<b>Diversity and Inclusivity (Ongoing):</b></li><ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;padding-left:0px">
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Actively promote membership and participation from underrepresented groups within Ontario's tech and policy communities.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Ensure events and communications are accessible.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Strive for gender balance and diverse representation in leadership and event speakers.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
Engage students and youth through targeted outreach and potential student membership rates.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<i>KPI:</i> Develop and publish a Chapter Diversity & Inclusion Statement within 6 months.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 6pt 43.5pt">
Initiate at least one outreach activity or event in Year 1 specifically designed to engage an underrepresented group identified through our D&I planning.</li></ul>
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E. Founding members of the Chapter</b></div>
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A minimum of 25 Internet Society members is required. The following individuals are confirmed founding members committed to establishing the Chapter:</div>
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Mohibul Mahmud</div>
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Joan Kerr</div>
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Glenn McKnight</div>
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Jason Dasti</div>
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Daniel Migault</div>
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David Cameron</div>
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Robert T Bell</div>
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Allan Aspina</div>
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Muhammad Shammaas Baig</div>
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Zulqar Nayen</div>
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Bibi Rookayya Gulmahamed</div>
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Adrian Schmidt</div>
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Mildred Weiss</div>
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Marita Moll</div>
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Arafat Al Hossain</div>
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MD Saiful Amin</div>
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Kim Therrien</div>
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Fariha Rahman</div>
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Monamee Afroze Ishika</div>
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Fred Fernbach</div>
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Momotaz Mahin Khan</div>
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Abdul Ala Muhammud</div>
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<b>F. List of supporters and partner organizations</b></div>
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We are actively engaging with potential partners and have secured initial commitments. We aim for a multi-stakeholder approach. Letters of support will be included in Appendix C.</div>
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<b>Virtual School of Internet Governance (VSIG):</b> Educational partner. Letter of Support secured (see Appendix C). Collaboration on educational content, a potential source for speakers and student members. Contact: Alfredo Calderon, Dean of Academic Affairs)
ATTACHED</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>North American School of Internet Governance (NASIG):</b> Educational partner. Letter of Support requested. Planned collaboration to host the NASIG Toronto event. Contact: Eduardo Diaz, Chair) ATTACHED</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>North American Regional At-Large Organization (NARALO) & Non-Commercial Stakeholder Group (NCSG) (ICANN):</b> Multi-stakeholder partner. Letter of Support requested. Collaboration on policy discussions, potential discretionary funding support, cross-promotion
for membership. (Contact: Adrian Schmidt, Secretariat ATTACHED</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>IEEE Toronto Section:</b> Professional affiliation. Letter of Support requested. Potential for cross-promotion of events and membership, access to the technical community. Contact: Dustin Durwell, Chair: Pending</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 6pt 23.25pt">
<b>American Registry for Internet Numbers (ARIN):</b> Regional Internet Registry (RIR). Letter of Support requested. Promotion of ARIN Fellowships/Memberships, potential collaboration on events, exploring Community Grant opportunities. Contact: Amanda Gaudin,
ARIN Outreach, Pending</li></ul>
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<b>G. Membership Communication, Engagement, and Interaction</b></div>
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We propose a multi-channel strategy to engage members and the broader community:</div>
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<b>Website (WordPress):</b> Serve as the central information hub with news, event listings, resources, membership information, and blog posts. Will adhere to accessibility standards (WCAG). The domain name
<span style="color:rgb(17,85,204)" role="presentation"><a href="http://www.isocontario.org/" id="m_-6258218325978069826m_-3436540452516713811OWAcc6333b6-126f-d232-1897-e7073703b454" style="color:rgb(17,85,204)" target="_blank">www.isocontario.org</a></span> has been identified
as available and is planned for registration upon chapter approval.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Email Newsletter:</b> Monthly updates sent to members covering chapter activities, relevant ISOC news, upcoming events, and Internet governance highlights.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Podcast</b>: Foster spirited discussion of relevant and current Internet issues with industry leaders and civil society members</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Social Media (LinkedIn Group, potentially Twitter/Facebook):</b> Foster discussion, promote events, share relevant news, and engage with the wider Ontario tech/policy community.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Online Events:</b> Regular webinars, virtual panels, and Q&A sessions on relevant topics, allowing broad participation. Recorded sessions made available where possible.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>In-Person Events:</b> Periodic meetups, workshops, and networking events across Ontario (with initial events potentially in accessible hubs like the GTA), including the Annual General Meeting (AGM).</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Collaboration Platforms:</b> Utilize tools like Google Workspace, Discord or Slack for internal committee work and potentially member discussions.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Membership Management:</b> Use tools like Google Forms or a dedicated membership platform for applications and database management.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 6pt 23.25pt">
<b>Feedback Mechanisms:</b> Regularly solicit member feedback through surveys and during events.</li></ul>
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Recruitment Strategy: Outreach via partners, promotion at relevant industry/academic events, targeted social media campaigns, direct outreach to key organizations and universities in Ontario, and leveraging the professional networks of founding members to build
initial momentum.</div>
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Retention Strategy: Provide valuable content, facilitate networking opportunities, offer meaningful ways to participate (volunteering, speaking), recognize member contributions, and conduct periodic member surveys to gauge satisfaction and identify evolving
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<b>H. List of requirements</b></div>
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We have researched the requirements for operating a non-profit organization in Ontario, Canada:</div>
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<b>Incorporation:</b> We intend to incorporate as a non-profit organization under the Ontario Not-for-Profit Corporations Act (ONCA). This involves filing Articles of Incorporation with the Ontario Ministry of Public and Business Service Delivery (Estimated
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<b>Annual Filings:</b></li><ul style="margin-top:0in;margin-right:0in;padding-left:0px">
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<b>Ontario:</b> Annual return filing with the Ministry.</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 43.5pt">
<b>Federal (CRA):</b> Annual T2 Corporation Income Tax Return and potentially T1044 Non-Profit Organization Information Return with the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA). We anticipate needing accounting services for tax preparation (Estimated cost: ~$500+/year).</li></ul>
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<b>Regulatory Compliance:</b> We will ensure compliance with all relevant provincial and federal regulations for non-profits, including governance practices outlined in ONCA and financial reporting standards.</li></ul>
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We have reviewed these requirements via the official Ontario government websites and resources for non-profits.</div>
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<b>I. Additional information</b></div>
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The founding team comprises individuals with diverse backgrounds in technology, policy, education, and business, deeply committed to the Internet Society's mission. The establishment of the ISOC Ontario Chapter fills a significant gap, providing a much-needed
platform for multi-stakeholder dialogue and capacity building across Ontario, one of North America's most dynamic and diverse digital landscapes. We are confident in our ability to build a vibrant and sustainable chapter that contributes positively to the
local community and the global Internet Society network.</div>
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<b>J. Contact Information</b></div>
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<b>Name:</b> Mr. Waqar Ahmad</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
<b>Affiliations:</b> IEEE Member, NARALO Unaffiliated Member, VSIG Urdu Translation Lead</li><li style="font-family:Aptos,Aptos_EmbeddedFont,Aptos_MSFontService,Calibri,Helvetica,sans-serif;font-size:12pt;line-height:114%;margin:0in 0in 0in 23.25pt">
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<b>Email Address:</b></li></ul>
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