Goals of the Mid-Canada AOAC Newsletter (Formula)

The Formula is one of the communication tools for Mid-Canada AOAC, and is meant to serve the following functions:

• Provide the membership with valuable information regarding the Mid-Canada AOAC on-going and future activities
• Serve as a forum where members can share relevant knowledge, insights and experiences with their colleagues
• Act as a promotional tool to attract new members
• Generate income for the Mid-Canada AOAC through advertisementsResponsibilities of the Production Editor

Preparation

The Production Editor is responsible for:

• Receiving contributions for each issue of the Formula, including the President’s Message and the Editorial
• Making appropriate editorial changes to the contributions
• Maintaining on-going liaison with the Mid-Canada AOAC Board of Directors.
• Soliciting and receiving advertisements

The Production Editor has the right to make editorial changes and to e-publish/print all material received except for material that is contrary to the mandate or the objectives of Mid-Canada AOAC.

Layout and Format of the Formula

• The Formula is published in 8.5” X 11” format and is published in colour
• Each issue of the Formula shall consist of at least sixteen 8.5” X 11” pages excluding cover pages. This means there shall be at least thirty two pages of material including advertisements
• The Production Editor is responsible for the layout, formatting and compiling of the material including the advertisements
• Creating an electronic/print ready file from which printers can print the copies of the Formula

Distribution

The Production Editor will assist in coordinating online or mail-out preparations.

Advertising Revenue

The Proponent shall propose an advertising revenue sharing formula and will factor the income from advertisements into the quote submitted to MID-CANADA AOAC

• The Production Editor is responsible for contacting advertisers and collecting the revenue
• At the end of the calendar year the Production Editor is required to submit to the Treasurer an itemized statement of advertisement revenues received

Qualifications

• Excellent knowledge of English and demonstrated superior writing skills is prerequisite
• The experience working with professional organizations and publishing scientific content will be an assetFinancial Proposal by Mid-Canada AOAC

The proponent shall receive $250 per issue. Currently 2 issues per year. The Proponent will receive portion of the advertising revenue

Length of contract

Initial contract

The length of the contract with the MID-CANADA AOAC is for a period of one (1) year. Proposals should clearly indicate exact start/end dates meeting this length of time.

Renewal

The MID-CANADA AOAC may renew the contract once for an additional two (2) years at its discretion.

Cancellation

Either the MID-CANADA AOAC or the contractor may cancel the contract at any time with ninety (90) days written notice.

All proposals should be submitted to the MID-CANADA AOAC by October 20, 2017 to:

PO Box 46091 Westdale PO
6670 Roblin Blvd
Winnipeg, Manitoba R3R 3S3

204 202.9480

president@midcanadaaoac.org

Any questions requiring clarification should be submitted in writing to the Mid-Canada AOAC in a timely manner so that a response can be provided to all proponents. The proponent’s response will be shared with an evaluation committee representing the MID-CANADA AOAC

Evaluation Criteria

Performance Capability – The demonstrated ability to provide the depth and breadth of

experience, skills, knowledge and creativity generally required for this work.

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6:30 PM, November 16, 2016
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Mid-Canada AOAC cannot be all that it can be for you unless you speak up and tell us how to represent our industry better.  What are we doing right?  Is there something missing we can provide?  Most importantly, can you spare a few hours a year to help make it happen?  Please choose to attend, share your ideas and be heard!

NOMINATIONS:
Nominations must be made  PRIOR TO June 6, 2014.
NOTE – The only position for which nominations will be accepted from the floor at the AGM will be for Member at Large.  Nominations for all other positions must be received by the nominating committee by the end of June 6th, 2014.