This series documents the history of the Associates program and the histories of two congregational houses in London. Textual records created between 2009 to 2017 outline the history of the Associates program, which was approved on July 9, 1987, and launched in London on April 4, 1989. Textual records created in 1999 to 2006 outline the history of the Congregation and Associate presence, training, and retreats at 1294 Baseline Road and 501 Windermere Road in London, Ontario. Included in the series are history timelines, as well as booklets from the Associates’ 20th anniversary, which was held on April 4th, 2009. Also included in this series are correspondence, meeting minutes, and regional updates regarding activities, events, and new Associate members.
This series consists of mostly booklets, correspondence, and two photographs related to the Associates program in Peru. Canadian Associates worked in collaboration with the Associates in Peru to live out the charism through charity work, seeking solutions to environmental, economic, political, social, and spiritual challenges. Specifically, the series includes a document called CSJ Associates in Peru – Towards a Future Together. This document provides an overview of the proposed program in Peru, including information on how the program will be implemented. The program took place in two areas in Peru, called Zana and Chincha Alta. The Sisters from London were assigned to Zana, while Sisters from Pembroke were assigned to Chincha Alta. There is also correspondence between Sr. Janet Zadorsky and Sr. Doreen Kraemer with regards to the expenses Associated with the meeting between Chincha Alta and Zana Associates. The series also includes crafts, program booklets including prayers, and other letters. Finally, the series includes a manual and statutes from 2009.
This series consists of agendas, minutes, programmes, reports and correspondence of the Associates Program, including meetings of the Core Team, the Animator Team, annual business meetings, and the Liaison Group. Other materials include financial and grant reports, policy reviews, conference flyers and photographs, and materials related to ceremonies and rituals.