This publication traces the history of the Canadian Home Economics Association (CHEA) during the 50 years 1939-1989. The following articles are included: "The Beginning: Our Founding Convention" (Elizabeth Feniak); "Leading the Way: The Presidents"; "The Symbols: Crest, Chain of Office, and Ring" (Fran Genereux); "Keeping Us Informed: The Newsletters" (Linda Hay, Donna Egglestone, Joan Bloxom, and Carol Blyth); "Reflecting Our Professionalism: The Journals" (Catherine Ellis, Mary McIntyre, Jane Carlyle, and Pat Inglis); "The Rules: Incorporation and Constitution" (Donna Horton); "CHEA Structure: The Quest for Effective National Representation" (Faye Forbes Anderson); "Where the Action Is: The Committees" (Diane Luke); "The Professional Practice Areas" (Lois Arnold, Barbara Weese, and Jean McHarg); "What Makes It Work: Membership" (Linda Homenick, Arlene Smith); "Our Headquarters: The National Office" (Ellen Boynton); "Shaping Public Policy: Fulfilling an Aim" (Kathy Deyell, Carol Whiteside); "The Honors: Awards and Scholarships" (Gertrude Gerlach); "Encouraging Research: The CHEA Foundation" (Mary Chenail); "Links in the Chain: Groups We Work With" (Marjorie Lawrence, Wanda Young, Shirley Rebus, and Barbara Hausegger); "Partnership in Action: The International Development Program" (Rosemary Zak); "Home Economics Associations at Work: The Affiliates" (Norma Bannerman); "Meeting and Sharing: The Conventions" (Susan Somerville); "Image or Identity: The Search Continues" (Ruth E. Berry); and "Looking Both Ways: A Perspective" (Betty Wolfe). Editors' comments and a profile of early contributing member Katherine Middleton are included in the publication. (KC)