Select meetings are now hybrid. Please check below or on the website to see where your meeting will be held and access your Zoom link (if available).
If your meeting is being held on Zoom: Please download the Zoom app onto the device you will use for the meeting (desktop computer, laptop, tablet, mobile). It's also a good idea to test your video and audio settings before the meeting. Zoom can be downloaded from https://zoom.us/download or from your mobile app store.
Happy Birthday to those celebrating this May (Find the dates on the Rotary homepage)
Renee Pare
Prajwal Dhaubhadel
Loretta Stoyka-Henderson
Dinesh Singh Malla
Zule Ankamah
Dan Xiao
Roman Maev
Ashok Rajan
Sue Byron
Members celebrating their Club Anniversaries this May:
Don Snyder (52 years)
Ron Arkell (32 years)
Janice Bellemore (28 years)
Jeewen Gill (20 years)
Gord Faas (16 years)
Zak Shaw (11 years)
Emma Bufton (9 years)
May is Rotary Youth Service Month, a time when Rotary clubs around the world celebrate the positive impact young leaders make in their communities and beyond.
Through programs like Interact, Rotaract, RYLA (Rotary Youth Leadership Awards), and Youth Exchange, Rotary empowers youth to develop leadership skills, build friendships, and take action for lasting change.
We kindly ask our members to RSVP for the upcoming Social Event at Beach Grove on May 12th at 5:30 PM.
If you plan to attend, please email info@Rotary1918.com and let us know if you will be bringing any guests.
Monday, April 28th
Walkerville Brewery Social
This past Monday, our members gathered at Walkerville Brewery for an evening of great conversation and fellowship.
Thank you to everyone who joined us—we’re grateful for the chance to unwind and celebrate the friendships that make Rotary so special! Cheers!
🌽🎯 Ready, Set, Toss! 🎯🌽
Join us for the Tanzania Team's Annual Cornhole Tournament this May at the McGregor Columbian Club! 🏆 Proceeds from this fun-filled event will go directly toward Maternal Health Initiatives in Tanzania, including maintenance of an ultra sound machine, post visits by the team of doctors in Tanzania to replenish birthing kits, purchase additional teaching materials and the continuation of training and supervision on the proper use of the life saving equipment called an NASG (Non-pneumatic Anti-Shock Garment). 💕🤱
✨ Details You’ll Love:
🎟 Entry Fee: $25 per person
👥 Teams: Randomly assigned (because meeting new friends makes it even more fun!)
📱 NEW THIS YEAR: A slick tournament app to keep the games moving faster than ever!
Whether you're a cornhole champ or just here for the laughs, every toss brings us closer to a great cause. Mark your calendars and get ready to toss for Tanzania! 🌍💪
Seeking Door Prize Donations Contact Michelle White if you would like to donate a door prize. notredame216michelle@gmail.com
SEEKING HOST FAMILY FOR
YOUTH EXCHANGE
We are looking for a warm and welcoming host family for a young student from Brazil who will be participating in an exchange program Jan-July 2026.
The ideal host family lives near Massey Secondary School, allowing her to stay at the same school throughout her exchange.
If you're interested in this rewarding opportunity, please contact Neil Bear atNeil.bear61@gmail.com.
Thank you for helping make this cultural exchange possible! 🇧🇷🤝🇨🇦
Discover Greece
We have a fundraising opportunity which consists of 11 fun-filled days in Greece. Indus Travel specializes in vacation packages for not-for-profit organizations and they have put together a package for us in conjunction with the Chamber of Commerce.
This is a chance to explore Greece, create lifelong memories while raising funds.
If you are interested in booking please contact the travel agent listed in the package.
For questions, please contact:
Al Valente - Owner/Manager
al@valentetravel.com
5192523331
Help Bring a Syrian Refugee Family to Canada!
Andrea and her team are on a mission to welcome a Syrian refugee family to Canada, and they need your support! 💙 Every donation brings them one step closer to safety, a new home and a fresh start!
✨ Double Your Impact! ✨
Thanks to a group of generous anonymous donors, your gift will be matched up to $10,000! This means every dollar you give will go twice as far. Donate today, and your kindness will be doubled, making an even bigger difference for a family that desperately needs our help!
Tax Benefit: For the 2024 tax year, the deadline to make charitable donations has been extended to February 28, 2025. The government notes that this extension will help mitigate the impacts of the four-week Canada Post mail stoppage by providing donors with sufficient time to make their contributions to Canadian charities.
You're invited to attend the 2025 Rotary International Convention in Calgary, Alberta!
District 5360 is excited to welcome the world to the 2025 Rotary International Convention!
Prepare to be captivated by Calgary’s vibrant culture, embraced by warm hospitality, and inspired by the spirit of Rotary as we gather in this iconic destination.