2015-2016 ANNUAL REPORT PLATINUM SPONSOR Message from the President Presented by Vinka Dubroja 2015-16 WAB President Dear Members, It is my privilege to present the Annual Report year for the board, it has been a very enriching of the Western Association of Broadcasters. and positive experience. I have been very Please take a few minutes to review this fortunate to work with such a diverse group Report and join me in reflecting on another of passionate broadcasters. great year for the WAB. With over 150 broadcasting stations and In spite of a year that we have been faced with affiliated companies as members, the Western tougher economic challenges, WAB continues Association of Broadcasters is very proud of to be in solid financial shape. its strong member support. Thank you for attending our 2016 Conference. I especially It has been an enjoyable year for me serving as wanted to welcome the new attendees and President. Though it has been another busy members to our growing association. 2 Minutes of the WAB 82nd Annual General Meeting, June 9, 2016 Banff, Alberta • President Vinka Dubroja called the meeting to order at 8:05 AM Alberta time. Quorum present • The minutes of the 81st AGM were reviewed. • The minutes of the 81st AGM were accepted as reported. President’s Report The President’s Report was presented by Vinka Dubroja Treasurer’s Report The Treasurer’s Report was presented by Karl Johnston Special Resolutions Vinka Dubroja put forward the motion to present the Special Resolutions that the WAB, in the conference assembled, ratify and endorse all actions of the Board of Directors and Officers of the WAB during the past year. Vinka Dubroja proposed to table some additional special business, being an amendment to the by-laws of The WAB which modifies the composition of the board pursuant to Section 23 of the by-laws. A motion was moved that any irregularities in the notice requirements for tabling this business be waived. Vinka Dubroja motioned to approve the by-law amendments which propose to modify the composition of the board by: (1) changing the minimum number of directors from seven to eight; (2) change the maximum number of directors from 10 to 12; and (3) change the requirement that an Associate member sit on the board to with the option that an Associate Member sit on the board. On behalf of the membership, Vinka Dubroja thanked the 2015-16 board of directors and officers for their hard work and contributions. Industry Reports The Canadian Association of Broadcasters Report was presented by Susan Wheeler The Canadian Broadcast Standards Council Report was presented by John McNab The Numeris Report was presented by Neil McEneaney 3 Minutes of the WAB 82nd Annual General Meeting, June 9, 2016 Banff, Alberta Nominations Past President Cam Cowie presented the current nominations for the 2016-17 WAB board. • Heidi Rasmussen for a two year term remaining • Karl Johnston for a one year term remaining • Robin Hildebrand for a one year term remaining • Verna Lenton for a one year term remaining • Glenn Ruskin for a one year term remaining • Jason Huschi for a one year term remaining • John Vos for a one year term remaining • Shelley Ruis for a two year term remaining • Jay Penner for a two year term remaining Those nominated are elected by acclamation 2016-2017 WAB Board of Directors President Robin Hildebrand Director Heidi Rasmussen Past President Vinka Dubroja Director Shelley Ruis Vice President Karl Johnston Director Verna Lenton Secretary & Treasurer John Vos Director Jay Penner Director Glenn Ruskin Director Jason Huschi New President’s Address The New President’s Report was presented by Robin Hildebrand Any Other Business There being no further business the meeting was adjourned Meeting adjourned 4 2016 CONFERENCE OVERVIEW 2016 Conference Overview perceptions around with marketing, and The WAB 2016 Conference was memorable why television - and radio in particular for many reasons and contained several are still two of the most powerful and highlights. We are pleased to provide a creative mediums available. Other speakers summary on the Conference. included Radio futurologist James Cridland, Ken Goldstein, Steve Jones, David Phillips Golf Classic and CRTC Commissioner, Steve Simpson. The Fairmont Banff Springs Golf Course was a perfect setting for our annual WAB Golf Entertainment Tournament, sponsored by Specialty Data With the support of FACTOR and its Systems (SDS). Avid golfers got together for partnership with Canada’s private radio a great day of fun and networking set in the broadcasters and the Government of heart of Canada’s Rocky Mountains. Canada, we were excited to have The Acoustical Sounds of Big Sugar perform Speakers exclusively for our delegates and guests. Our special keynote speaker for the 2016 Most of BIG SUGAR’s songs were written Conference was Terry O’Reilly from the hit and conceived on acoustic instruments CBC radio show, O’Reilly on Advertising, and the intimate performance at the WAB The Age of Persuasion, and Under the President’s Dinner & Gold Medal Awards Influence. He spoke about turning outdated Gala allowed our audience to hear the influences behind their sound. 5 WAB Awards As tradition continues, the Western Association of Broadcasters capped off another successful year with their President’s Dinner & Gold Medal Awards Gala on June 9, 2016. The WAB congratulates the following 2016 WAB Award winners who have enhanced and improved the broadcast industry in Western Canada, while making significant contributions to their communities and province. Gold Medal Awards The Gold Medal Awards are presented to WAB member stations for outstanding contribution to the Canadian broadcasting industry in the area of community service. Nominations are judged on the benefit to the community, magnitude of the effort, staff support and participation and sustainability of the initiative/program. Television Radio Under 150,000 Under 150,000 Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Newcap Radio “Community Support Program” “Meal in the Field for King Family” 150,000 & Up 150,000 & Up CALGARY Bell Media Harvard Broadcasting “Backyard Rescue” “JustVoteDammit!” 6 2016 WAB AWARDS Leader of Tomorrow Broadcast Partner of the Year This award is given to those Leaders of Tomorrow This award is given to an organization that has who are under 30 and have demonstrated leadership supported our association and demonstrated a and skill in broadcasting. The purpose of the award strong commitment to our industry. is to honour employees of WAB member stations who have reached a significant level of success in their young careers, and to promote mentorship and professional development by introducing these leaders to the established business community and promoting them as role models for others. Tyler Middleton X92.9 Calgary - Harvard Broadcasting There is one organization in particular who’s Morning Show Co-Host professionalism and success our board wanted to recognize – Broadcast Dialogue. We were thrilled In under 4 years Tyler Middleton went from unpaid intern to to surprise Howard and Ingrid Christensen with a major market morning show host. He helped grow each stations brand, along with his own through the power of this special acknowledgement, an award the WAB social media, community involvement and hosting an original has not distributed each year. In 2016 Broadcast and entertaining program that strives to enrich, inform and Dialogue celebrated their 25th year in publication entertain the target demographic. Tyler was instrumental in and also fittingly, Howard and Ingrid announced helping to propell X-Mornings in Calgary to #1 for males 18-49 their retirement. and #3 with adults 18-49 for all of 2015. 7 2016 WAB AWARDS Broadcast Hall of Fame The WAB Hall of Fame is the most prestigious award given to a Canadian Broadcaster and honours excellence at the regional level. On June 9, 2016 the board of directors was pleased to induct 2 worthy recipients into the WAB Hall of Fame. 2016 Inductees Rick Arnish Vic Dubois Jim Pattison Broadcast Group Saskatoon Media Group Rick Arnish was hired as a young part-time trainee announcer Vic Dubois learned his craft in announcing, programming, in Kamloops, B.C. back in 1969. He grew his skillset to become production and promotions in small market radio in B.C. a Music Director, TV Anchor and Bingo Host - among other from 1969-75. As a General Manager with a background roles. Under Rick’s leadership and long-term vision the Jim in programming, he still joins in on regular programming, Pattison Broadcast Group has flourished. His knowledge and promotion and music meetings to help provide leadership keen awareness of the industry were valued on both a federal and guidance to the 3 stations operating as Saskatoon Media and provincial level and he was very involved in government Group. Vic is a Past President of the WAB and has twice been and regulatory matters in the broadcasting industry. Rick is President of the SAB. Vic has a long track record of community passionate about the survival of local television news and service in Saskatoon, serving on numerous volunteer boards. programming in our smallest of communities in Canada. After 47 years in radio, 33 of them in Saskatoon, he continues In early 2016 Rick retired from broadcasting after a career to volunteer his time as a master of ceremonies for various spanning 47 years. humanitarian events. 8 Our WAB Conference would not be possible without the sponsorship and continued 2016 Elite support of our generous sponsors. Conference Sponsors