Erhu to play in background while dining Chinese option at the 2020 Vision Conference April 24 to 25
From Hong Kong to Vancouver, the chef and sous chef of Victoria Chinese Restaurant bring a wide range of Chinese dishes made with high quality, fresh ingredients to those who choose this option while attending the 2020 Vision Conference of Rotary District 5040. |
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Leadership Training a Success
Congratulations to eleven Rotarians from District 5040 who completed Rotary Leadership Institute Part 3 on February 15, 2020 in Richmond. |
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Top notch Italian dining for those attending the 2020 Vision Conference in April
Meticulously crafted, home-style Italian dining is in store for those who choose this option while attending the 2020 Vision Conference of Rotary District 5040. C|Prime Restaurant Executive Chef Bruce Woods says every dish is prepared in house with locally sourced and curated ingredients after countless hours of ensuring ingredients are of superior quality. |
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Global Citizenship at 2020 Vision Conference of Rotary 5040
What is Global Citizenship? What does it mean to be a Global Citizen? First year International Relations student at the University of British Columbia, Sameer Esmail, brings his wealth of experience through Rotary and other global service agencies to explore these definitions and understand why the world needs more global citizens. Sameer will speak about the need for young people to immerse themselves in the global environment, at the Rotary District 5040 2020 Vision Conference, April 24 to 26, 2020, at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel in Vancouver. |
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Rotary and Toastmasters are Teaming Up.
Toastmasters and Rotary partner to help members with personal development and make a difference in their communities. Rotary International and Toastmasters International have formed an alliance and are working together to provide members of both organisations with more opportunities for personal and professional growth. Members of both Toastmasters and Rotary will enhance their skills, broaden their networks and increase their positive impact in communities through the new collaboration. For more information click HERE. |
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Things To Do in Vancouver before or after the April 24-26, 2020 District Conference
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City of Vancouver Proclaims Oct 24, 2019 as World Polio Day.
Vancouver Mayor Kennedy Stewart welcomed representatives from Vancouver Rotary, Rotaract, and Interact clubs, and District 5040 on Friday Oct 18th. He read out and then presented the Proclamation naming October 24th as World Polio Day in the City of Vancouver. Vancouver City hall will be illuminated in red for the day. Rotary has been at the forefront of the global polio eradication campaign for 40 years. Worldwide polio cases have dropped from 1000 per day to less than 100 per year and we are getting close to eliminating this disease forever. Photo: Mayor Kennedy Stewart presents the formal proclamation to District Governor Bala Naidoo and District End Polio Chair Brian Finley. |
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Fighting poverty through better sight at 2020 Vision Conference of Rotary 5040
Over 100,000 of the world’s poor have been given opportunities for education and better health for themselves and their families thorough improved eyesight. That's the achievement of Third World Eye Care Society (TWECS), a Vancouver-based, International Charity of eye doctors and opticians who travel to developing countries to provide thorough eye exams and prescription eyeglasses. Filipino Canadian activist and humanitarian Dr. Marina Roma-March, who founded TWECS, has pursued a mission of alleviating the burden of poverty by helping people see better. She will be speaking at the 2020 Vision Conference of Rotary District 5040 in Vancouver April 24-26, 2020. |
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What a view! What a deal! Book low priced Vancouver hotel room for 2020 Vision Conference next AprilJust steps from the best of downtown Vancouver and two blocks from the city’s famous Seawall, the Pinnacle Hotel Harbourfront -- venue for the 2020 Vision Conference April 24 to 26, 2020, of Rotary District 5040 -- has it all at a great price. |
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Polio NID Campaigns - India - January 2020
If you have always wanted to participate in a Polio NID campaign, this may be your last chance. There are two opportunities coming up in early 2020.
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Third World eyeglasses collection building for 2020 Vision Conference
Rotary Club of Ladner President Elect Diana Cabott received 55 donated eyeglasses in the collection box for the District's 2020 Vision Conference next April 2020. Rotary District 5040 Past District Governor Sonia Baron made the contribution after collecting over the summer. This contribution will help build a collection being assembled for the Third World Eyecare Society, a Rotary supported project based in Burnaby, by the time of the District's 2020 Vision Conference, April 24 to 26, 2020 in Vancouver. |
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24th Pot of Gold Golf Tournament a great success
The 24th Annual Pot of Gold Charity Golf Tournament, jointly organized by the Royal City Rotary Club and the Rotary Club of New Westminster, was another great success. Under ideal golfing conditions at Mayfair Lakes Golf Club in Richmond, 120 golfers teed off in a Texas Scramble format to compete for team and individual prizes, followed by a delicious buffet and live and silent auctions. |
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2022 - 23 District 5040 District Governor Nominations are open!
It is that time of year where we are searching out enthusiastic and dedicated Rotarians to apply for the position of District Governor (DG) for the year 2022-23. Have a look around your club for someone who might be interested and qualified to serve as District Governor. Perhaps you are the one! The role of DG is demanding but the rewards are incredibly unique and fulfilling. More information about the role may be found on this role description. |
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Cathedral Thinking to inspire us at 2020 Vision Conference of Rotary 5040
We should all be involved in unfinished work. That’s Cathedral Thinking. Those who anticipate the long term ramifications of what they do today, and who put in place a vision for success, are often called "Cathedral Thinkers". Former CEO of Tourism Vancouver, which launched the successful bid to bring the 2010 Winter Olympic Games to Vancouver and Whistler, Rick Antonson, will be speaking to us on this visionary approach to how we lead our lives, at the 2020 Vision Conference of Rotary District 5040, April 24 to 26, 2020, at the Pinnacle Harbourfront Hotel in Vancouver. |
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Rotary Friendship Exchange now June 2020
The Rotary Friendship Exchange to Russia has been postponed to June 14 to 28, 2020 to accommodate more members who could not make arrangements in time for this summer. A group of 10 to 12 people from our Rotary District 5040 will visit fellow members in Rotary District 2223. Partners, family friends welcome. Visas are required. |
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RI President meet and greet August 17 in Surrey
Meet and Greet our new 2019-20 Rotary International President Mark Maloney at a reception on Saturday, August 17, 2019, 4 to 6 pm, at Kwantlen Polytechnic University's Spruce building, 12666 72 Avenue in Surrey, BC. Rotarians and their families are encouraged to come and meet Mark. Tickets are CDN$25 and children under 12 are free. Register here. Mark is in town to speak the following day at the 30th Anniversary Gala Dinner of Canadian Eyesight Global (see separate website post for more information).. |
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South Asian flair at Installation of District Governor
At a gala "Bollywood Night" which attracted about 150 Rotarians, family and friends, former Vice President of Rotary International and Past District 5040 Governor Dean Rohrs installed Bala Naidoo as Rotary District 5040 Governor for 2019-20. Bala's family and many friends and colleagues were on hand to share in the festivities. It was a joyous occasion of ceremony, dining, entertainment and dancing. The evening program started with a memorial tribute to Past District Governor Don Evans who recently passed away. -- photographs by Past District Governor Ken Wilson |
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International peacebuilding recognition of local Rotarian
With its international "Citation for Meritorious Service", The Rotary Foundation has recognized Gloria Staudt, of the Rotary Club of New Westminster Royal City, for her contribution to the cause of peace and conflict resolution as chair of the Rotary District 5040 Peace Fellow Selection Committee over the past nine years. One way Rotary District 5040 makes a valuable contribution to peace and conflict resolution in our world -- one of Rotary's six primary areas of focus -- is through recommending candidates every year for Peace Fellowship scholarships in 50 Master's degree programs and 50 Certificate programs at six universities around the world. The annual funding for this US$9 million program comes from the international Rotary Foundation. |
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Join RI President Mark Maloney at Canadian Eyesight Global Gala Dinner |
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Rotary Club of Vancouver Hearing Foundation major contributor to the new St. Paul's Hospital $12 million hearing loss centre
Rotary Club of Vancouver Hearing Foundation has committed to raise $6 million, and St. Paul’s Foundation another $6 million, to support a hearing and balance centre at Vancouver's new St. Paul’s Hosptial, expected to open in 2026. This funding will have a transformative impact on care for British Columbians with hearing loss and balance disorders. By fostering innovation and collaboration, and accelerating the development of permanent solutions for hearing loss, the new centre will offer the very best in care and hearing advancements in Canada. |
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Value of volunteer time among clubs along BC west coast
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Rotary Walk to End Polio 2019
On a beautiful sunny morning, over 120 Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, and friends gathered at the River Market on the New Westminster quayside for this year's Walk to End Polio.. The event was held to raise awareness about Rotary's goal to eradicate polio and to raise funds to help finish the task.. We were joined by Rotarians from the Philippines who are visiting on a Rotary Friendship Exchange. Numbers are not finalised, but close to $10,000 will have been raised from donations, sponsorship, and sales of End Polio shirts. |
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Past District Governor Don Evans passes away
Our very dear friend to many in our Rotary District 5040, Past District Governor Don Evans, has suddenly passed away. While travelling in South America, with Deb and Deb's brother Mike, Don suffered a massive coronary yesterday. I know that I can speak for all of us, that we, our District and the Rotary World have lost a monumental force. |
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Our District's recommended Peace Scholar from Australia accepted -- your club can nominate
2019 Rotary Peace Fellowship Recipient, Bronwyn Manley, of Australia, recommended by a panel from our Rotary District 5040, was accepted by the University of North Carolina (UNC), her first choice, one of six universities around the world offering Rotary sponsored peacebuilding Master's degree or professional development certificate programs. The other universities are in the United Kingdom, Sweden, Japan, Australia and Thailand. |
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Installation of our District Governor Team 2019-20 a fun, cultural event
Come celebrate a Bollywood Night of fellowship, food and fun June 22, with your Rotary family, friends and guests, for the installation of our Rotary District 5040 District Leadership Team 2019-20. |
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Acts of Kindness April 19 -21 Rotary Acts of Kindness  Hold a foodbank drive Encourage someone Volunteer Pick up litter Write a thank you note Bake cookies for a homeless shelter Help someone with their groceries Please join Rotarians & Friends When: April 19 – 21, 2019 Where: Local Communities How: Carry out any act of kindness - use your imagination Record: Let us know about your act of kindness using our facebook page |
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Leadership, learning, fellowship and fun at Rotary Leadership Institute, April 13
Membership growth is important and retention is dependent on the quality of Rotary clubs. Clubs with good leadership are more likely to involve their members in exciting service activities and programs helping maintain them and attract new ones. The Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) courses are fun, topical and interactive for busy business, professional and community leaders who want to be more effective leaders in their vocation and their Rotary club. It’s also a chance to learn more about Rotary so all members are encouraged to participate. Register for Parts 1 and 2 of the three-part RLI series of fast-paced, interactive, one-day courses on Saturday, April 13th, at the Accent Inn in Burnaby. -- photos by Chris Offer |
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Contribute $500US and receive Paul Harris Fellow matching points from the District!
 Rotarians the deadline is getting close. During this weekend's, yes March 9th, Foundation Dinner Cultures of Rotary Foundation Dinner your contribution of $500U.S. to the Rotary Foundation will be matched with 500 points from the District. Note that contributions to the Annual Funds - Share are the only contributions eligible for the District match. Perhaps it's your chance to earn that Paul Harris fellow. If you are not attending the dinner you may send your contribution to Del Paterson. Contributions must be received by March 11. |
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Understanding the "Be The Inspiration" theme logo
The 2018/2019 Rotary Theme is "Be the Inspiration" and that theme is depicted in this year's Rotary theme logo. At first glance the logo looks very simple but there is a lot of meaning packed into a small area. Under the "Did you know" category here is much more detailed explanation of what the logo really means.. Interesting stuff! |
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District 3810 of the Philippines by a team of 12 District 5040 members on a Rotary Friendship Exchange is starting in Manila. The team will assist the Caring Hearts Dentistry Society, a group of dentists, hygienists, and volunteers from Richmond by distributing food and dental/hygiene kits on three occasions. Several dental offices in Squamish, including Rotarians, Drs. Laurie and Lino Vanzella, donated toothbrushes, toothpaste, and dental supplies. |
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Youth and Salvation Army to benefit from July 16 golf tournament
To benefit youth projects in New Westminster, such as Rotary Youth Leadership Awards, Adventure Programs, Youth Exchange and school hot lunch programs Rotary Clubs of Royal City and New Westminster are hosting the 24th Annual Pot of Gold Charity Golf Tournament on Tuesday, July 16, 2019 at Mayfair Lakes Golf Club in Richmond. Also benefitting from the proceeds of the tournament are the Salvation Army (New Westminster) and Lower Mainland Purpose Society, an alternative education facility for students experiencing challenges in the regular school system. |
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Bradley/McGillivray Blues Band to headline District Conference 2019 entertainment!
Conference attendees will be jumping to the jazz-inspired blues funk and soul stylings of renowned BC recording artists The Bradley/McGillivray Blues Band on Saturday night May 5th in Sun Peaks, BC. Check out a sample of their infectious sound. The evening's theme is Caribbean - ties will be cut on sight! If you've not already - REGISTER HERE TODAY! |
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District Conference 2019: Empowering women and girls in Afghanistan
Razia Jan – “Empowering women and girls in Afghanistan” District 5040 Conference 2019; Saturday, May 4th at 10:40 a.m. Born in Afghanistan, Razia Jan is the founder of Razia's Ray of Hope Foundation, a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the lives of women and children in Afghanistan through community-based education. She was nominated as a Top 10 CNN Hero of 2012 for her work on the Zabuli Education Center, a school that she founded in rural Afghanistan that provides a free education to about 350 girls. |
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Conference program, speaker bios posted!
Check out the preliminary 2019 conference program on the District Conference website. We have an exciting list of Guest Speakers more information on the Conference Speakers list! |
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Needy communities in the Philippines receiving medical equipment
Rotary clubs in General Santos, the southernmost city in the Philippines on the island of Mindanao, will be receiving medical and dental equipment, plus books and student desks for needy communities in the region, thanks to Rotary World Help, based in Metro Vancouver. -- photos by Peter Roaf and Drew Antrobus |
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Your Rotary Legacy – Doing Good in the WorldJoin the many Rotarians in District 5040 who have made commitments to improving and enriching lives around the globe by creating your personal legacy with The Rotary Foundation. .jpg) |
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Year-end Conference Savings Register before December 31st and SAVE.Go to the Conference Registration page for additional information. |
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Planning on track for Positive Peace Workshops
Planning is well underway for the Rotary Positive Peace Workshops in Colombia in 2019. District 5040 is a co-sponsor of the workshops with Districts 5420 Utah and District 4281 Colombia. |
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Vocational Training Team needs your help
In partnership with Kenya Connect, District 5040 is sending 8 BC teachers to Kenya in March 2019! Thanks to the generous support from or District Rotary Clubs we have half of the USD$19,000 needed to support the project, We thank them sincerely. But we now need a final push to reach the target required by The Rotary Foundation (TRF). |
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Rotaract November Update
With 2018 coming to its end, the Rotaractors of District 5040 had and have a whole bunch of exciting events coming up that we would like to share with and invite you to. Let’s start with an event a bit further in the future, even though we know how time flies (especially when you’re on a schedule as busy as a Rotarian). Please mark your calendars: The Rotaract District 5040 Installation Dinner will take place on May 11. We would be delighted to have you join us for this special night! Further details will be announced shortly. |
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District 5040 a global leader in Rotary Friendship Exchange
Of the 538 Districts worldwide in Rotary, our Rotary District 5040 is one of only nine which is not only among the 260 actively engaged in the Rotary Friendship Exchange program but has a full web presence to support it. |
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District Governor 2021-2022 Lorne Calder
A Past President of the Rotary Club of Prince George, former Assistant Governor, former District 5040 Trainer and Rotarian of the Year (1997 and 2011), Lorne Calder, CMA, has been appointed Rotary District 5040 Governor for 2021-2022. Calder has been the Chief Finance & Risk Officer for Integris Credit Union in Prince George since 2014. Prior to that he served Integris predecessor, Prince George Savings, as Chief Financial Officer for 22 years. A 25-year Rotary member with Prince George Rotary, he has served on many boards and committees for numerous other Prince George organizations, including Initiatives Prince George, the Prince George Film Commission, and the Prince George Hospice Society. In 1999-2000 he served as President of the Prince George Chamber of Commerce (1999/2000) and then on the board of the BC Chamber of Commerce. The District nominating committee has selected Lorne and his name will be reported to Rotary International on December 2, following the 14-day challenge period. November 18 - December 1, 2018. |
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Fishing village's medical centre receives equipment from Rotary World Help
The newly renovated medical centre in the fishing village of Panglao, on the island of Panglao, Bohol, the Philippines, will receive used medical equipment such as hospital beds, side tables, medicine carts, wheelchairs, emergency beds and cribs for children in a shipping container organized and loaded on November 17, 2018 by Rotary members in Districts 5040 and 5050 in the Greater Vancouver area. Also in the container, sponsored by Rotary World Help, which is supported by many Rotary clubs in this region, and, in this case, by the Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise, are dental chairs, dental equipment and supplies, plus computers and books. The Rotary Club of Panglao is administering distribution of the equipment and supplies when the container arrives at its destination in the coming weeks. -- photos by Drew Antrobus |
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DGE Bala Naidoo inducted into Arch Klumph Society
Congratulations to District 5040 Governor-Elect Bala and Vasi Naidoo for their induction into The Rotary Foundation's Arch Klumph Society at Rotary Headquarters in Evanston, IL. RI President Barry Rassin and Trustee Chair & Past RI President Ron Burton presented the prestigious recognition. |
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Interactors join World Polio Day Celebrations
The Interact Club of King George Secondary had a World Polio Day celebration on October 25th . Pictured are the Interactors and the Teacher Sponsors with the Mayor's City of Vancouver Proclamation for World Polio Day.. These students had a bake sale and raised funds for PolioPlus. |
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Pumpkins for Polio saves children for a lifetime
To mark October 24th World Polio Day, Rotary Club of Ladner has helped spare 9,800 children half way around the world from the crippling disease of polio by generating $7,761 raised from the sale of 100 pumpkins yesterday and an auction among members last week then matched 2:1. |
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World Polio Day was recognised across District 5040.
Communities across District 5040 proclaimed World Polio Day on October 24th to create awareness of Rotary and our campaign for a polio-free world. The list includes:
* These councils do not issue proclamations but Rotary and World Polio Day were recognised during Council Meetings. Read the Proclamations below:- |
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PolioPlus funds generated from BC Lions vs Edmonton Eskimos Rotary Night
Rotarians attending the BC Lions vs Edmonton Eskimos Rotary End Polio Night on October 19 generated $380 for PolioPlus and the interest of the BC Lions in repeating such an event next year. And the winners were the Lions and PolioPlus! |
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Learning and Development for Rotary District 5040
Developing the skills and knowledge of Rotarians improves the effectiveness of clubs and our District 5040 in supporting Rotary’s goals and commitment to build communities and improve lives across the world. To enhance leadership and improve performance which rewards us all at the end of the day, our Rotary District 5040 is taking learning and development to a new level in District 5040 with a District training committee, called “District Learning and Development Committee” to oversee training in the district and plan and conduct education and training events for all Rotarians. |
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Charter Event Rotary Club of Lillooet - Oct 20th
You're invited to the Rotary Club of Lillooet Charter Event!The event will feature a fine dinner, social and silent auction Help welcome one of District 5040s newest clubs. Time: 5:00PM Oct 20 Where:Royal Canadian Legion Branch 737 Main St. Lillooet BC map |
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Columbia Rotary Positive Peace Project
Rotary District 5040 is one of two international partners for a Rotary Foundation Global Grant project to support peace in Columbia. This is a legacy from the Presidential Peacebuilding conference held in Vancouver in February 2018. The project will allow Rotarians to use their strength as conveners and community leaders to bring diverse groups of young people together. The goal is to forge relationships and provide a platform for dialog for with various peacebuilding groups. Signing the Colombian peace agreement put an end to one of the world’s longest armed conflicts, and marked the beginning of a process to build lasting, sustainable peace. Rotary can help shape this process by leveraging its networks and engaging key stakeholders to identify ways build peace at the local level. |
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Rotarians welcomed on exchange visit as Rotary celebrates 100 years in the Philippines
Rotarians have been investigating the late January early February 2019 Rotary Friendship Exchange (RFE) to the Philippines and are preparing to sign up. There is the option of a two week visit, or three week visit. 2019 will be a special centennial year for Rotary in the Philippines so RFE travellers could experience some special celebrations. |
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With summer coming to an end, the Rotaractors of District 5040 were very busy and had a lot of fun during the annual PACE roundtrip. For those who don’t know PACE stands for the Pacific Canadian Experience. The Rotaract Club of Burnaby hosts the event, along with the Rotaract Clubs of Victoria, Richmond and the Vancouver Young Professionals, at the end of August every year. We select six international Rotaractors to come and experience the beauty that is the Lower Mainland of British Columbia! |
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District recognized for 29 net new members in 2017-18
With 1,442 members on July 1, 2017 Rotary District 5040 grew by a net 29 new members to 1,471 by July 1, 2018. On behalf of the District, 2017-18 Governor Don Evans received recognition at the Rotary Zone conference in Montreal over the past weekend for the highest net gain in membership in Zone 24 West (Western Canada). Congratulations to all our 51 clubs, District board, Assistant Governors and membership committee. |
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District 5040 Recognized for PolioPlus Giving.
At the Zone 24-32 Conference in Montreal, September 21st, PDG Don Evans, on behalf of D5040, received recognition for our contribution to PolioPlus during 2017-18. Highest total giving and highest per member giving in Zone 24W. Certificates below.... |
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Rotary Leadership Institute
Classroom Courses $85.00 per session Part 2 Oct 13, 8:30am to 4:30pm - Register Now Part 3 Oct 13, 8:30am to 4:30pm - Register Now Location Accent Inn Burnaby, 3777 Henning Drive, Burnaby, BC |
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Proclaim World Polio Day in your Community.
You can help increase awareness about Rotary's commitment to END POLIO by requesting your local Town or City Council to proclaim October 24th 2018 to be World Polio Day in your community. A sample Proclamation template can be found HERE.. Want to host a World Polio Day Event? Click here for event ideas. |
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Rotary Football NightRotary Football Night!  VS  BC vs Edmonton Friday October 19th BC Place Stadium Game Time 7PM  Tickets $40 with $10 going to Polio Plus  |
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A very successful RLI (Rotary Leadership Institute) Part 1 course was held in Burnaby on Saturday, September 8, 2018. Twenty-two Rotarians completed the course. The day focused on dialogue, exchanging ideas and discussion on topics that included leadership, Rotary beyond the club, The Rotary Foundation, ethics and vocational service, engaging club members and service projects. |
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Priority #1 Plus Membership Workshop, Prince George, Sep 15 |
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Sign up for Jan/Feb 2019 District Rotary Friendship Exchange to the Philippines
Join a team of 10 on Rotary District 5040’s Friendship Exchange heading to the Philippines January 28 to February 17, 2019. Learn more about the Rotary Friendship Exchange and send in your application. For more information: Elena Agala Rotary Friendship Exchange Chair D5040 2018-2019 Rotary Club of Richmond Sunrise 604-690-0551 |
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Rotaract Update August 2018
The Rotaractors of District 5040 experienced exciting days during this year’s edition of PACE. For those of you who have not heard of it yet: PACE stands for Pacific Canada Experience. Six Rotaractors from all over the world are given the opportunity to experience the Canadian Pacific Coast during summer, hosted and guided by local Rotarians and Rotaractors. Highlights of the trip include the visit of Victoria and Whistler, as well as several of the most popular hikes in our District. |
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The Red Carpet Ball "A Night at Studio 54"
As president of the Rotary Club of Vancouver, I invite fellow Rotarians to our club's new signature event coming up on Halloween Saturday October 27, 2018 -- The Red Carpet Ball "A Night at Studio 54". Proceeds will support Rotary's excellent youth programs and the Ray-Cam Cooperative Community Centre's mentorship program for at risk youth on the Downtown Eastside. We are bringing in DJ Robbie Leslie, one of the original Studio 54 DJs, to be our music maestro. He plays events worldwide and also hosts the weekly Studio 54 program on SiriusXM Satellite Radio. Put on your boogie shoes and come on down to the 54! tickets at www.redcarpetball.ca |
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Rotary Club of Squamish raises $30,000 for Community Hospice
On Sunday, August 12th during the Squamish Street Market, 2000 rubber ducks came out of the chute of a Cardinal Concrete truck into a pool. Five lucky ducks were then plucked from the pool by blindfolded "duck-grabbers". The 1st prize was $10,000 cash. This was the finale of a fundraiser by the Rotary Club of Squamish in support of the new Sea to Sky Community Hospice.. The event raised $30,000 for the new facility which is planned to open in spring 2019. The four-room Hospice will be located between Hilltop House and Squamish General Hospital and will welcome Sea to Sky Corridor residents from all backgrounds, faiths, and income levels. For more information and photos please click HERE.. |
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Polio end near, but still a massive global effort
Children in India show their pinky fingers painted purple for a few days to indicate that they have received oral polio vaccination. Billions of children's lives around the world have been saved or spared the crippling, lifetime burden of polio since Rotary took the lead over 30 years ago in ridding the world of polio. We are almost there, but it will still take a massive effort of professional expertise and volunteer time and an estimated US$1.5 billion more to reach that goal. Rotary District 5040 Past District Governors, Chris Offer and Penny Offer, who are members of the Ladner club, explain the scope of the global campaign and their involvement in it. |
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Rotaract Update July 2018
With the start of a new Rotary/Rotaract year, the new executives of Rotaract District 5040 stepped into their new positions. The District BBQ, held on July 14th, gave Rotarians and Rotaractors a great opportunity to mingle and connect. At the upcoming first Rotaract District Committee Meeting a strategic planning session will be held to select this year’s District Project, as well as dates for socials and opportunities for collaborations between the individual Clubs. Currently most Rotaractors in District 5040 are focusing on the preparations for this year’s PACE trip, which is only a couple of weeks away. Starting on August 24th, 6 Rotaractors from around the world will have the chance to experience the Canadian Pacific Coast, hosted by our District and Rotaractors in District 5020 for the Victoria portion of the trip. We would like to take this opportunity to thank all Rotarians for their support of PACE through hosting our guests, as well as financial funding. We are looking forward to see you at the PACE Welcome and/or Goodbye BBQ! Further information regarding the events and how to RSVP will be sent out to you soon. |
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Call for District Governor applications & Other Leadership Roles
PDG Don who is the chair of the nominating committee, will send a message out with appropriate forms etc. What I am responsible for is to have the pertinent sections of the bylaws in both the newsletter and posted on the website which are: |
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Vocational Training Team (VTT) Leader chosen
During Spring Break 2019, in partnership with Kenya Connect, the Rotary Vocational Training Team (VTT) will visit schools in Kenya’s Kyaithani and Lower Yatta regions to become familiar with the educational environment and student needs in rural Kenya. It will work with local teachers and school principals to explore new ways of presenting material using computer and Internet technology. The Selection Committee led by PDG Don Evans has completed their interviews of all applicants for the position of Leader for the VTT. PDG John Anderson has been chosen to lead the team to Kenya in March 2019 and work with the Kenyan team when they come to BC in April 2019. |
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Polio Eradication - Rotary's #1 Humanitarian Priority
Since 1979 Rotary has been at the forefront of the campaign to eliminate polio from the world forever. In 1985, Rotary launched its PolioPlus program, the first initiative to tackle global polio eradication through the mass vaccination of children. Rotary has contributed more than $1.7 billion and countless volunteer hours to immunize more than 2.5 billion children in 122 countries. In addition, Rotary’s advocacy efforts have played a role in decisions by donor governments to contribute more than $7.5 billion to the effort.. Since 1988, Rotary and our partners in the Global Polio Eradication Initiative have seen the number of cases drop from 350,000 per year in 122 countries, to just 22 cases in 2 countries in 2017. |
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Rotaract Update June 2018
While June tends to be a slower month at the club level it was a busy one at the district and international levels. We had Rotaractors present at the Peacing it Together Conference in Squamish, the Rotaract District Dinner in Vancouver, the RI Convention in Toronto, and RYLA North America in Washington DC. Prince George Rotaractor, Simran Jawanda had this to say about the Peacing it Together Conference: "Attending District Conference provided me with the opportunity to connect with fellow Rotaractors and Rotarians in the District, to learn more about Rotary, and to be inspired. It was a key event in my growth as a Rotaractor!" If you want to hear about our District 5040 Rotaractors experiences at the RI Convention and RYLA North America you will have to wait for next month's newsletter. Don't want to wait? Invite one of them to speak at your Rotary club meeting! |
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June 30, 2018 - A Special Thank You
A Special Thank You - The 2017-2018 Rotary Year has been an exceptional experience for both of us. While final year end results are still being tallied, we know that the year has been a strong one for both Rotary and the clubs in our District. The appreciation for all of this goes out to all of you - it is each and every Rotarian in our (now) 51 Rotary Clubs that make things happen, that make a difference in our communities throughout the year. It is also each and every one of you that have made this Rotary year so special for both of us. Thank you for your commitment and hard work, and thank you for making us so welcome through the year. We will stay connected as we now move on to our Past Governor roles, but we both look forward to seeing you again in your home communities in the future. THANK YOU for Making a Difference. Don & Deb |
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Life changing experience at Rotary Youth Leadership Award camp
Tristan Miura, 16, has travelled to the cloud forest of Honduras to study wildlife for two weeks. He has worked with children in the Dominican Republic for a week. Even after those global adventures, he says, “I didn't expect to have learned more about myself and those around me from a single speaker than I have in 13 years of schooling,” about his experience at four days of Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) camp on Easter Weekend 2018 at Camp Elphinstone near Sechelt on the Sunshine Coast. |
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Prince George joins global Rotary tree planting campaign
Over 12 years ago hundreds of trees were removed from Rainbow Park in Prince George because of the Mountain Pine beetle epidemic, but members of the three Rotary clubs in Prince George have joined forces to replant the Park. |
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2019 District Conference - Register NowIt's not to early to sign-up for the 2019 District Conference. May 2-5, 2019 at Sun Peaks. Find out much more in the video below. |
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2018 District Conference Video
What an event! Relive this year's conference with the conference video below. Thanks to PDG Chris Offer for all of your great photos and for all of your hard work to put the video together |
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Conference Registration & Pre-Conference Socials
There is still time to register and we would love to see you there! Registration Location: The registration check in desk will be inside main entry of CN Roundhouse & Conference Centre, West Coast Railway Heritage Park Registration Hours: Thursday: 5:30 PM to 7 PM | Friday: 7:30 AM to 9:15 AM & 2:45 PM – 3:30 PM Pre-Conference Socials: Thursday 5 PM – 7 PM: No host bar-Club Car open at West Coast Railway Heritage Park, Squamish Thursday 6 PM: Join the golfers on the patio Thursday afternoon at the Squamish Valley Golf & Country Club, 2458 Mamquam Road, Squamish, a la carte drinks/food. |
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Rotary Walk to End Polio raises over $9,000
Several hundred Rotarians, Rotaractors, Interactors, and friends assembled at the River Market on New Westminster Quay for the 5th annual Rotary Walk to End Polio. This event is sponsored and organised by the clubs of Burnaby, New Westminster, Vancouver Cambie & Vancouver Mountainview. This year's event has so far raised over C$9,000 for PolioPlus which will be tripled after matching by the Gates Foundation. Congratulations to Gabor Gasztonyi and the committee for making this year's event so successful. |
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2018 Rotary Century Ride
It's BACK! Join the Rotary Club of New Westminster Royal City on May 27th, for the second annual Rotary Century Ride presented by Caps Bicycles! 100% of the $26.50 entry will be going to support both the eradication of polio as well as build a library for New Westminster's own Purpose Secondary School in an effort to help raise literacy. Now you may be wondering why such an arbitrary entry fee?? That is the original donation that started Rotary International over 100 YEARS AGO! |
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Attend Conference ... Pick up strawberries
Those attending the District 5040 Conference will have a special opportunity to pick up some great strawberries. The Rotary Club of Squamish, in partnership with the Rotary Club of Abbotsford - Sumas, is holding a Strawberry Sale. Turns out that Rotary has some great Fraser Valley connections to some of the best locally grown strawberries. There is nothing added - no sugar, no water, no preservatives. Just yummy sliced strawberries They are washed, hulled and sliced then put into the pails. Ready to be enjoyed right away or frozen for use during the year. Proceeds will go towards a global grant to provide fistula clinics in Kenya. |
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Canada provides $100 million to protect girls and boys from polio
The Government of Canada has just signed a generous pledge of CDN $100 million to help eradicate polio in Afghanistan as well as in the two other endemic countries, Nigeria and Pakistan, and to continue to protect many polio-free countries. Hon. Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development and La Francophonie, had announced the pledge at the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta last June. In addition to previous donations of CDN $ 650 million, this most recent funding consists of CDN $ 30 million to WHO and UNICEF to support programme activities in Afghanistan, and Can$ 70 million of flexible funding that can be used to support vaccination campaigns, rapid outbreak response, poliovirus surveillance and other critical eradication strategies and activities to reach every last child worldwide with a safe vaccine. |
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Walk to end polio - join us
Rotarians and friends of Rotary, as the march towards complete erradication of polio continues around the world, please play a part and join the 5th annual Rotary Walk to End Polio in New Westminster on Sunday, May 27th at 9 am. |
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Rotaract Update - April
It is a busy time for the Rotaractors of District 5040. With the upcoming celebration of Rotaract’s 50th Anniversary, and many events and projects, there are a lot of opportunities to get involved! We are looking forward to seeing as many of you as possible on May 12th, when we will celebrate 50 years of Rotaract at Firefighters Public House in Burnaby. A fun schedule with interesting speakers, a silent auction, music, food, and the chance to get to know each other has been set up. Get your ticket now! Tickets are $65 and can be purchased online until midnight on May 6th at www.rotaract50th.eventbrite.ca |
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Have you gotten your ticket for the Rotaract 50th?
Time is running out to get your ticket for the hottest event in town. The Rotaract 50th Anniversary Celebration is quickly approaching and you don't want to miss it! When: Saturday, May 12th, 6pm-10pm Where: Burnaby Firefighters Hall (6515 Bonsor Ave., Burnaby, BC, V5H 3E8) Why: Celebrating 50 years of Rotaractors doing good in the world in partnership with Rotary! Cost: $65 Tickets are only on sale until May 6th at 11:59pm. Get yours now! Busy or out of town that day? You can still help by contributing a silent auction item. All proceeds from the event will going to the End Polio campaign! Please contact drr@rotaract5040.org if you have an item to donate. See you at the celebration! Johanna --- Johanna Johnson, DRR District 5040, British Columbia - Canada |
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Conference Promotion: Multigenerational Break out session
Ever wonder what makes an Interactor inspired, a Rotaractor rejoice, a Youth Exchanger engage, or a Rotarian rejuvenate? Then you won’t want to miss this fast-paced, interactive session. Interested Rotarians will take a 9 minute journey to Quest University for a one-hour group exchange comprised of multi-generations from our Rotary family. Carefully selected questions will be asked, designed to help us learn more about each other and what makes us tick in our Rotary world. |
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6 "Sweet" reasons to attend the 2018 District Conference
"We hope to see all Rotarians at our District Conference May 31st to June 3rd in Squamish at the West Coast Railway Heritage Park" |
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Conference Plenary Speaker: Nancy Hughes
We are very pleased to present Nancy Hughes, a 2009 Rotary Service Above Self Award winner (one of only 100 presented worldwide) for StoveTeam International. Nancy's Plenary will be at 2PM on Friday June 1st. Prior to her work establishing StoveTeam International, she was a stay at home mom. In 2003 she met Irma, a young woman whose hands had been burned shut after falling into an open cooking fire. Wanting to help, she transformed a small Rotary club project into an effective international charity that has helped develop local factories to produce life-saving, fuel-efficient cookstoves in the developing world. |
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More children in Laos can attend school thanks to running water
In remote villages of Laos, considered the most bombed country in history, where a third of the population was killed during the the Laotian Civil War or Secret War (1953–75), lack of access to clean water is both a health problem and a barrier to education for many children. Faced with its 2016 population of 1,133 expected to triple in five years, the village of Ban Xiengda, in the Luang Prabang Province of northern Laos, had one cement block toilet with no running water. A new system to deliver water to the village was needed. |
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Webinar - Role of Club Secretary - May 24
As club secretary, you help your club run well. Watch its trends to identify what works well and what doesn’t, and share this information with club and district leaders. This online session will discuss the main roles and responsibilities of the Club Secretary, key Rotary websites, membership, club administration, finances, club records and changes to Rotary policies and procedures from the 2016 Council on Legislation. |
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20 years helping communities around the world
The lives of an estimated 11,460,000 women, men and children around the world have been improved in some way over the past 20 years since Rotary World Help started shipping containers of badly needed medical, dental and educational equipment and supplies from the Greater Vancouver area to now over 60 countries. Rotary World Help, of clubs in Rotary Districts 5040 and 5050, has shipped to date 382 53-foot containers for an estimated replacement value of almost $134 million. |
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5 more "Sweet" reasons to attend the 2018 District Conference
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23rd Annual Pot of Gold Charity Golf Tournament
The Royal City Rotary Club and the Rotary Club of New Westminster invite you to participate in the 23rd Annual Pot of Gold Charity Golf Tournament on July 17th at Mayfair Lakes Golf Club. Over the past 22 years, this event has raised almost $500,000 for local charities. Over $33,000 was raised from last year’s tournament alone. There are four hole in one prizes valued at $25,000 or more! Go to www.rotarypotofgoldgolf.com to learn more and register. Registration is only $195 per golfer: includes golf, cart, lunch, buffet dinner, prizes, contests, & photos with BC Lions Felions. |
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After 52 years of war in Colombia, District 5040 supports youth peace workshop
Since the Government of Colombia and the Marxist led Revolutionary Armed Forces of Colombia, or FARC, reached a peace agreement in 2016, after a war of 52 years that left 200,000 dead and 5 million displaced. The challenge since then has been the building of a lasting, sustainable peace. Rotary District 5040 is taking action to help build that peace by investing $20,000 to become a partner in a $100,000 Positive Peace Workshop for Colombian Youth. Rotary District 5040 clubs will join clubs throughout Colombia to sponsor the Positive Peace Workshop built on pilot workshops previously held in Uganda (2016) and Mexico (2017). |
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Interior communities benefit from Rotary's Wildfire Relief Fund
The fire department in 100 Mile House plans to purchase some needed equipment, such as portable water pumps, through a share of funds which Rotary District 5040 has donated to the Rotary Club there. The District’s Wildfire Relief Fund, launched during the devastating wildfire season last year through the Rotary Club of Squamish Foundation, eventually raised $68,000. The Fund was divided among four clubs in communities hardest hit by the fires. Clubs in our District and individuals donated to the relief fund, but some support came from Ft. McMurray, Alberta and Ontario. |
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Starting out with your club's Facebook and Social Media?
"Facebook, social media basics and the buttons you haven't clicked...yet" was the topic of the third of three in a series of Rotary District 5040 Public Image and Public Relations webinars, presented by President Elect of the Rotoract Club of Vancouver Thomas Miller on March 20, 2018. It was the third for the District Training Committee's new GoToWebinar system. Thomas provided some advice for those who are new to Facebook and social media for their clubs, with some content provided by Rotary Club of Burnaby President Elect Sammy Li. |
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Starting out with your club's website?
"You've been named Club Web Master? Now what? " was the topic of the second in a series of Rotary District 5040 Public Image and Public Relations webinars, presented by District Webmaster Murray Wood on March 6, 2018. It was the second for the District Training Committee's new GoToWebinar system. Murray provided some advice for those who are new to websites for communications. |
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Speaker Announcement: "Rotary of the Future" plenary with Mitty Chang
We are excited to have Mitty Chang bring his youthful enthusiasm to your District Conference.
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Breaking News This just in!
Rotary Family BBQ everyone invited. 2018 District Conference West Coast Railway Heritage Park, Squamish BC (or Quest...) When: Friday, June 1st, 6PM Fee: $40/person $20 children 12 and under free Please register and pay online for guests. Note BBQ is included for all conference registrants Please ask your friends, family (including children and grandchildren, cousins, uncles and aunts) to this family Barbeque event. Everyone is welcome. This promises to be a highlight of the conference. |
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PETS is Powerful!
Feb 22-25 was the 2018 edition of the Pacific NW President Elect Training Seminar (PETS). This is the event where we work with our Presidents Elect to make their Rotary Year 2018/19 the best. |
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Need another reason to register and participate in the 2018 Rotary District Conference in Squamish BC?
Announcing keynotes speaker BRIGADIER-GENERAL R.R.E. MACKENZIE, OMM, CD, CHIEF OF STAFF ARMY RESERVE. Brigadier General Mackenzie will share some stories of leading the Canadian Peacekeepng forces in Afghanistan! |
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Philippines to benefit from container of medical, dental equipment
Doctors will now be able to detect early breast cancer more accurately among low income women in Manila, The Philippines, instead of through hand detection, thanks to five used ultrasound machines now making their way in a shipping container to the Rotary Club of Manila San Miguel. |
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Polio Eradication - an Update
2017 saw significant progress in our campaign to eradicate polio from the world forever. We saw the fewest cases in history caused by the wild polio virus, Only 22 cases were confirmed worldwide in only two countries - Pakistan with 8, and Afghanistan with 14. 2018 will be a critical year for the polio eradication programme, and we will be strengthening efforts to reach all the vulnerable children and to find the places that the polio virus still lurks in the environment. Polio Eradication remains Rotary's number one humanitarian priority, You can read the latest Polio Newsletter HERE. |
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2018-19 RI President Barry Rassin wants Rotary members to Be the Inspiration
Rotary International President-elect Barry Rassin laid out his vision for the future of the organization on Sunday, calling on leaders to work for a sustainable future and to inspire Rotarians and the community at large. Rassin, a member of the Rotary Club of East Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas, unveiled the 2018-19 presidential theme, Be the Inspiration, to incoming district governors at Rotary’s International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA. |
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Rotaract Update - January
The Rotaractors of District 5040 headed into 2018 with a busy schedule, and exciting news on many levels! We are proud to announce, that the redesigned Rotaract5040.org website has gone live! There are a few more updates in the works, specifically regarding PACE and its application process. Information about the RYLA sponsorship for Rotaractors and past-RYLArians has been distributed. We are very excited for the opportunity! Continuing reading to read Club updates and exiting events you do not want to miss. |
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Club communication strategy for results
Positive reputation is essential for retaining members, recruiting new ones and attracting sponsors. Measurable, results-oriented communication is at the core of effective leadership. Learn more about it, for yourself and for your club. In response to needs identified by club leaders and by District members, Rotary District 5040 presents three Public Image/Public Relations webinars to provide support to all club members as well as board and committee volunteers in leading their clubs to a high level of trust and reputation among our members and within our communities. Watch for the event announcements coming soon. |
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Rotarians you have the Power to Give Life in Honour of Bob Jones
Donate blood and join the movement today. In honour of Bob Jones. Bo knew how to give, let's keep up his tradition by giving blood. Click to view a list of clinics in Richmond for February and March.
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Dare to Dream: How Rotary Became the Heart and Soul of Polio Eradication
Have you ever wondered how Rotary became involved with polio eradication in the first place? This high-quality, full-length documentary film tells the story of how a small group of visionary Rotary leaders dared to set a breathtaking goal of eradicating polio for all of the children of the world. In doing so, they laid the groundwork for the single most successful public health coalition in history. |
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Celebrate Chinese New Year - Feb 7th
Join the Rotary Club of Richmond to celebrate a year of good health, good fortune and happiness! 2018 is the Year of Dog. Lion Dance: Vancouver City Police Department Lion Dance Team will be performing!!! Program: Chinese Banquet, Entertainment, Silent Auction, Photo Booth, Chinese Calligraphy, Lucky Draw, Games, Raffle and Prizes. Tickets: $98 ($108 after Dec 31, 2017) / $980 per table of 10 ($1,080 after Dec 31, 2017) $40 tax receipt available upon request. |
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Merry Christmas from your 2018 District Conference Committee
Here is a special Christmas Video from the conference team! |
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Rotary service to our communities and the world gains from Foundation dinner.JPG)
Once again, in this spectacular year of 2017, Rotary District 5040 has shown its outstanding generosity to The Rotary Foundation so gifts to our communities here in BC or somewhere in the world can continue. With the global generosity of Rotary members, through The Rotary Foundation, peacebuilding is reducing conflict, diseases are being fought, clean water and sanitation is being provided, mothers and children are receiving care, education is being delivered, and women are being supported in business. The latest contribution was more than $30,000 US raised through the November 18 annual District 5040 Foundation dinner. Pictured here are President of the Rotary Club of Vancouver, Phil Webber, and Foundation Dinner Chair, Min Kuang. |
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How peace and sustainability are linked: Presidential Peacebuilding Conference Feb 2018
Conflict and violence displace millions of people each year. Half of those killed in conflict are children, and 90 percent are civilians. Often conflict starts and continues over long periods in competition for dwindling resources and as environmental changes force people to migrate. The 1.2 million members of Rotary International, in 35,000 clubs around the world, refuse to accept conflict as a way of life. On February 10, 2018, in Vancouver, BC, Rotary is holding the first of its six presidential peacebuilding conferences around the world on the theme of environmental sustainability and peace.. |
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Rotaract December Update
On November 19th, we held a successful Rotaract District 5040 Training Day at the Burnaby Neighborhood House. 40 Rotaractors and Rotarians gathered for a day of learning, sharing, and fun! Our day included inspiring speeches from District Rotaract Chair (DRC) Joan Posivy and DG Don Evans; a team-building challenge making stools out of only newspaper and masking tape; an "Ask a Rotarian" panel; breakout sessions on projects, membership, marketing & PR, and club positions; and also a presentation on all the opportunities available via Rotaract and Rotary! |
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District Conference Update - December
"Peace" is the theme of the 2018 District Conference. Peace may be the most important topic of our time. Come to the 2018 Rotary District Conference where we will be "Peacing it Together" with speakers like Eduardo da Costa, who is a Rotary Peace Scholar and Global Peace Index Ambassador. |
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Congratulations RLI Grads
We have our first graduating class from Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) in some time. Thirteen Rotarians finished Part 3 on November 25 and received their final Certificate. There was also a full class of 19 for Part 1 who can't wait for March 3 so they can take Part 2, followed by Part 3 on April 7. Look for registration information to be posted shortly. |
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Dave Hamilton selected as District 5040 Governor Designate
The District 5040 Nominating Committee, led by Past District Governor Lyn Stroshin, has selected Dave Hamilton of the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen as the next District 5040 Governor Designate. Dave was selected from a slate of several outstanding candidates to lead our District forward in the 2020 – 2021 Rotary year. It's now official! Dave Hamilton is the District 5040 Governor Designate. Please join me in congratulating Dave, and in thanking all those who let their name stand for this position. |
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Priority #1 Plus – Membership Workshop Engage in membership!Following the membership workshop held Dec 9th, 2017 many of you who attended asked for a copy of the presentation. And for those of you that did not attend we have posted the presentation and the workbook. We got a lot of positive feedback regarding the “take aways” the attendees received. Membership is Rotary International’s #1 internal priority. . District 5040 is one of 20 Districts that have been chosen for a membership questionnaire. A short questionnaire sent to all of your district’s club presidents and club membership chairs will allow them to self-report whether they need help, and if so, what they need help with. Their responses will produce a downloadable report for their club with strategies, tools, and ideas to address their indicated needs.  |
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An enthusiastic and engaged group of Rotarians completed Part 2 of the Rotary Leadership Institute. DG Don Evans welcomed the class and thanked them for what they are doing for Rotary and their community. |
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Rotaract November Update
Our Rotaract clubs are always happy to assist Rotary clubs with their projects. In October, the Vancouver Young Professionals Rotaract Club helped the Rotary Club of Vancouver with the Oktoberfest fundraiser for youth programs. The Yaletown Rotaract Club participated in the Rotary Club of Vancouver Yaletown's Bowling for Kenya fundraiser supporting their Water Harvesting Project. The Prince George Rotaract Club assisted the Rotary Club of Prince George - Downtown with their Big Blue Ball event that supports men's health and local prostate cancer programs. |
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Welcome new AKS members
Thank you to the newest members of the Arch Klumph Society. Congratulations and thank you Vasi and Bala Naidoo who are the newest District 5040 members of the Arch Klumph Society. Your generosity and commitment to Rotary is outstanding |
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D5040 Conference November Update
Dear Rotarians, Can you guess who this District 5040 Rotarian is by her impressive resume? If not you had better register for the 2018 Rotary District Conference and come and hear her speak lunchtime Friday June 1st. |
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Literacy leaps forward with mini-libraries throughout Tsawwassen
Little Free Library, a community free book exchange system of mini-libraries at four locations, is an Education and Literacy project of Rotary in Delta’s community of Tsawwassen developed with students at South Delta Secondary School. This take-a-book-leave-a-book system to and from the book shelters is aimed at enhancing literacy and learning in Delta for not just students, but all residents. |
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Tasting the Philippines with singing and dancing
To raise funds for the 49th and newest club in Rotary District 5040, the largely Filipino Rotary Club of Vancouver Mountainview, for Rotary's global campaign to End Polio Now and for the Rotary Club of Ladner's campaign with other clubs to fund a $45,000 water delivery project over 6.5 kms in the remote village of Ban Xiengdu in Northern Laos, 120 Rotarians, family and friends participated in "A Taste of the Philippines" dinner on October 14, 2017 in Richmond, BC. |
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Outdoor fitness circuit opens in Burnaby
With the success of the outdoor fitness circuit at one of its parks, the City of Burnaby, BC had planned long term to install a similar circuit at the popular Fraser River Foreshore Park. Along came Burnaby Rotarians – people in action – to help make it happen for the estimated 63,000 residents who use the park at least once a month. |
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Rotaract October Update
On Labour Day, tears of joy flowed long and heavy as we said goodbye to our 6 International Rotaractors who came to visit at the end of August to experience the beauty and people of British Columbia for PACE. During their visit, they experienced everything from skating (who knew Fijians were so good on ice!), to biking, hiking, museum tours, historical walks, dragon boating, kayaking, and of course, poutine! |
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District Foundation Dinner Nov.18
We would love your participation and presence in joining District Governor Don Evans at our very special District Foundation dinner celebrating the start of The Rotary Foundation 's Second Century! Date: November 18, 2017 Locations: Terminal City Club, 837 W Hastings St, Vancouver, BC V6C 1B6 Tickets: $100 + tax (includes 3 course dinner & wine, dessert, prize and live show) |
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RLI big hit in District 5040
Twenty-one Rotarians, representing 10 Rotary clubs completed Part 1 of the Rotary Leadership Institute on Saturday, September 23, 2017 in Richmond. |
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Shine for Shelterbox
JOIN US IN BRIGHTENING LIVES THIS WINTER - Join communities all over the country this fall and winter and get together to brighten lives by attending a fundraising dinner. Come and help us celebrate ShelterBox Heroes, recognize Donors and launch two exciting new programs : Shine For ShelterBox and ShelterBox Gift Campaign DATE: Sat, 4 November 2017 5:30 PM – 9:00 PM PDT LOCATION Hollyburn Country Club 950 Cross Creek Road West Vancouver, BC V7S 2S5 Click here to book your tickets |
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2020 - 21 District 5040 District Governor Nominations are open!
It is that time of year where we are searching out enthusiastic and dedicated Rotarians to apply for the position of District Governor (DG) for the year 2020-21. Have a look around your club for someone who might be interested and qualified to serve as District Governor. Perhaps you are the one! The role of DG is demanding but the rewards are incredibly unique and fulfilling. More information about the role may be found on this job description. |
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2021 - 22 District 5040 District Governor Nominations are open!
It is that time of year where we are searching out enthusiastic and dedicated Rotarians to apply for the position of District Governor (DG). This time for the year 2021-22. Have a look around your club for someone who might be interested and qualified to serve as District Governor. Perhaps you are the one! The role of DG is demanding but the rewards are incredibly unique and fulfilling. More information about the role may be found on this role description. |
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Barry Rassin selected as 2018 - 2019 Rotary International President
District 5040 is proud to relay the announcement that Barry Rassin, of the Rotary Club of East Nassau, New Providence, Bahamas, is the selection of the Nominating Committee for President of Rotary International for 2018-19. He will be declared the president-elect on 1 September if no challenging candidates have been suggested. |
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Don't Miss this Amazing Event
My Dream - "Love to Vancouver" Charity ShowA unique dance and musical show performed by the amazing China Disabled People's Performing Arts Troupe. Sponsored by The Rotary Clubs of Richmond and Richmond Sunset. Saturday, Oct. 7th, 8pm, River Rock Show Theatre, Richmond BC. Partial Proceeds go to END POLIO NOW.For more Information & Tickets click HERE. |
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RI President Ian Risley comments on Membership
Dear fellow Rotarians, I joined Rotary in 1978, when I was relatively young and had just started my accounting practice. My reason for doing so was because I thought that it would be good for my business to be associated with the movers and shakers of my community. But it didn’t take long for Juliet and me to realize that Rotary offered us so much more. Yes, Rotary provided us with ways to make friends and help build a business. But it also became the best way I know of to make a difference in our communities, both local and globally. |
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Wanna learn more about Rotary?
Want to find out more about Rotary and hone your leadership skills at the same time? If your answer is yes we have the courses for you. Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI). We have scheduled Part I, II and III sessions for this spring. |
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Buy Furniture ... Support the Rotary BC Wildfire Recovery fund
Thanks Richmond Businessman Paul Hui for his generous donation of his warehouse inventory to The Rotary Club of Richmond. Quality Rattan and Wicker furniture is available 70% to 80% off. Proceeds go B.C. Wildfire Relief and other Rotary projects. More Info
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College Heights Interact Club raises nearly $3000 for BC Wildfire relief
At the Yellowhead Rotary meeting on July 27, 2017 two representatives (Shamitha Aravind and Sarah Ash) of the College Heights Interact Club presented their their BC wildfire relief fund raising initiative which raised close to $3000 over 3 days. This is a great example of "Rotary Youth in Action". They presented a letter detailing their efforts to both the Prince George Yellowhead Rotary Club President Dave Wilbur, which is included, keep reading. |
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Rotary remembers Sam Owori for his ‘quiet confidence,’ integrity, and friendship
The Rotary flags in front of Rotary International World Headquarters in Evanston, Illinois, USA, and Rotary offices around the world fly at half-staff this week as friends and colleagues mourn President-elect Sam F. Owori, who died on 13 July from complications after surgery. |
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David Suzuki will be a keynote speaker at the Rotary Presidential conference
David Suzuki will be a keynote speaker at the Rotary Presidential conference in Vancouver February 9 – 11, 2018. He is an award-winning scientist, environmentalist and broadcaster. He is renowned for his radio and television programs that explain the complexities of the natural sciences in a compelling, easily understood way. Dr. Suzuki is a geneticist. He graduated from Amherst College (Massachusetts) in 1958 with an Honours BA in Biology, followed by a Ph.D. in Zoology from the University of Chicago in 1961. His eight-part BBC/PBS series, The Secret of Life, was praised internationally, as was his five part series The Brain for the Discovery Channel. |
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Announcing Rotary BC Wildfire Recovery Fund
To the many of you who have been wanting to offer help for the victims of the wildfires currently burning in the Cariboo region of the British Columbia, thank you for your care and concern. District 5040 is pleased to let you know that the Rotary BC Wildfire Recovery Fund is now open and collecting funds that will be made available to Rotary clubs in the affected areas. Contributions to the fund are now being accepted. Once the situation with the fires has ended, a team will work with the clubs to allocate funds to the Rotary clubs in the affected areas to assist with recovery and rebuild projects in their communities. Continue reading for full details. |
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Rotary 5040 and the British Columbia Wildfires
To the many of you who have been wanting to offer help for the victims of the wildfires currently burning in the Cariboo region of the Province, thank you for your care and concern. It is our intent to have a District wide coordinated response available to Rotarians throughout BC and Alberta. |
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Presidential Conference Speakers Announced
First keynote speakers at Rotary Presidential Conference announced. Linda Low, a Rotary Peace Fellow at Duke University and Dr. Jonathan Patz, Director of the Global Health Institute at the University of Wisconsin-Madison. |
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Rotary Presidential Peacebuilding Conference - Vancouver BC
Rotary International President Ian Riseley invites you to the Rotary Presidential Conference on Environmental Sustainability & Peace, Vancouver, BC, Friday to Sunday February 9 – 11, 2018. Zones 24 and 25 will host the Presidential Conference on Environmental Sustainability and Peace—one of six international peacebuilding conferences planned for the 2017-2018 Rotary year. President Ian Riseley has made environmental sustainability a major focus for his year and we are honored that he has chosen Vancouver to hold the first Presidential Conference on this key area. |
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Donald J. Evans - Rotarian and District 5040 Governor
Don Evans has been active in Rotary for more than 31 years. He is a Past President of the Rotary Club of Vancouver (2002-2003) and has held many different positions with his club. He has been active with District 5040 in Strategic Planning, as a member of the District Foundation Committee and as a PETS Trainer. He was named Rotarian of the Year for 5040 in 2014 and is currently Governor for 2017-18. Don is a Paul Harris Society Member and a Major Donor to the Rotary Foundation. Both Don and Deb are also Bequest Society members. |
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Obituary PDG Irwin Stewart
It is with regret that we announce the death of PDG Irwin Stewart on Monday, June 5, 2017. Please join the Stewart family as we pay tribute and celebrate his life. Time: Saturday July 8, 2017 at 11:00am followed by a lunch reception Place: Queens Avenue United Church, 529 Queens Avenue, New Westminster |
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Welcome Vancouver MountainviewDistrict 5040 welcomes our newest club: Vancouver Mountainview! Vancouver Mountainview meets on Thursdays at 6:15 PM at the Multicultural Helping House Society at 4802 Fraser Street. They currently have 26 members. Plans are being made for a Charter Dinner sometime in September and they are waiting for confirmation on a final date. To all of the members of Vancouver Mountainview Welcome aboard . |
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2017-2018 Rotary Year Theme Announced
President-elect Ian H.S. Riseley, a member of the Rotary Club of Sandringham, Victoria, Australia, unveiled the 2017-18 presidential theme, Rotary: Making a Difference, to incoming district governors at Rotary’s International Assembly in San Diego, California, USA. |
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Clubs' communities the original purpose of The Rotary Foundation
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Help Wanted: Your chance to participate at the District level
Are you interested in participating at the District level.? Then we need you!!! We have a couple of open positions at the District level and we could really use your help! The positions are for a 3 three year term. Why? In one word continuity. It helps us with our succession planning. A District 5040 strength. |
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Canada Pledges $100 million to Polio Eradication
At the Rotary International Convention in Atlanta, global leaders and key donors affirmed their commitment to ending polio by pledging $1.2 billion over 3 years in new money for the fight. The Hon. Marie-Claude Bibeau, Minister of International Development, onstage with Bill Gates and other leaders, announced Canada is pledging C$100 million (US$75 million) towards polio eradication.. |
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Delta Rotary Youth Awards recognize young leaders
Thirty-four young people who have helped without seeking personal reward or accolades throughout the Delta, BC community, who have demonstrated compassion and empathy for others, acted on a global level, and shown inner strength in overcoming adversity and setting an example for others were recognized at the at the ninth annual Delta Rotary Youth Awards on June 2, 2017. Past District Governor Penny Offer presented some of the awards on behalf of the Rotary Club of Ladner. photos by PDG Chris Offer |
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Obituary PDG Mel Spowart
It is with regret that we announce the death of Past District 5040 Governor 1985-1986, Mel Spowart. |
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Rotary Walk to END POLIO 2017
On May 28th 2017, Rotarians, Rotaractors, & Interactors gathered on the New Westminster Quay to walk 5K to raise funds and awareness for Rotary's campaign to eradicate polio from the world forever. |
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Squamish & Lil’wat Nations lunch
The attractive, new Squamish & Lil’wat Nations Community Centre, with a vista view of the mountains, was the venue for the Friday lunch. For the Hunter and Trappers BBQ, under cover outdoors, west coast cedar plank salmon with maple glaze, BBQ rubbed chicken and buffalo smokies were served, with wild mushroom and barley pilaf, fresh baked bannock and much more. |
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Rotary Century Ride
On Sunday May21st there is a great opportunity to support the Rotary Foundation. The Rotary Club of New Westminster Royal City is holding a cycling event to celebrate the Rotary Foundation's 100th birthday and to raise money for the foundation. |
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District 5040 Exchange Students from four continents
Throughout Rotary District 5040 clubs have hosted for an entire year Exchange Students from many parts of the world: Taiwan, Japan, Brazil, Germany, Denmark, France, Belgium, Italy, Spain, Mexico and Canada. |
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Rotary Polio Walk 2017 Join the 2017 Polio Walk to raise funds to END POLIO NOW. Here's how:- 1. Signing Up as a Team or Individual to help raise funds 2. Make a Donation 3. Show your support by coming out to the Walk. Sunday, May 28 | 9 am to 12 noon | River Market, 810 Quayside Drive, New Westminster Information and sign-up HERE.. |
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Young Professionals Summit - May 13th
On May 13th, the first District 5040 Young Professionals Summit was held at the SFU Harbourside campus. The event was an excellent opportunity for Young Professionals to meet, work together and develop relationships with others who will make a difference. |
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Generations Served Humanity -- District Conference 2017 highlights
Rotary District 5040's Conference held May 4 to 7, 2017 certainly lived up to its theme, “Generations Serving Humanity,” as 300 people of all ages came together in Whistler, BC. The young and not-that-old learned from each other, cried and laughed as we reflected on Rotary’s tremendous contribution to our communities and our world in celebrating the 100th Anniversary of The Rotary Foundation. Below are some inspirational, thought-provoking highlights of the conference. |
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Health of mothers and children – the focus of Rotary around the world in April
An estimated 5.9 million children under the age of five die each year because of malnutrition, inadequate health care, and poor sanitation — all of which can be prevented. Women in the 20th century have achieved significant progress in the economically progressive areas of the world, but women and girls in non-developed countries have a much more difficult life and must accept their inferior social status and tend to fall into traditional roles. In April, Rotary worldwide has recognized this all so important bond of maternal and child health as one of our six areas of focus. |
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Rotary Rocks Richmond
Join the Rotary Club of Richmond at the Gateway Theatre. A full stage show concert performed by Spencer and The Dream Continues. Enjoy a very entertaining evening and support the Rotary foundation. More information and tickets ... |
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DG Lyn and Alex Stroshin inducted to Arch Klumph Society
As Rotary celebrates the 100th Anniversary of The Rotary Foundation, congratulations go to District 5040 Governor Lyn Stroshin and Alex Stroshin for their induction into The Rotary Foundation's Arch Klumph Society on April 12, 2017 at Rotary Headquarters in Evanston, IL. RI President John Germ (left) and Trustee Chair & Past RI President Kalyan Banerjee (right) presented the prestigious recognition. |
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Rotary Wine festival
On April 22, about 500 members of the Burnaby community will descend upon the Nikkei National Museum & Cultural Centre for the 16th annual fundraiser presented by The Rotary Club of Burnaby Metrotown. The Rotary Wine, Food, and Music Festival is Burnaby’s premiere wine event. Guests are treated to a unique selection of local and international wines as well as a tantalizing assortment of casual and fine foods and live music. |
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The Water is Flowing at the Hosanna Children's Home
This Global Grant project brings water security to the Hosanna Children’s Home for the Destitute in rural Kenya.. It is an International project by the Rotary Club of Squamish, the Rotary Club of Nairobi Industrial Area, and the Rotary Foundation. |
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Personal care for those in need
Every Rotarian in our District has an opportunity to support those in our communities who have little to spend on themselves for personal care. |
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Uganda villagers supported through conference swag bags -- become a sponsor
You or your club can support a Fair Trade Community Development Project at the Tekera Resource Centre in Uganda by sponsoring some of the registration kits, or “swag bags”, at the conference. |
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Give your used specs and books at conference
Already registered? If so, please consider bringing with you to conference a donation of your, and your family's and friends', used eyeglasses and books for shipping overseas to those who need them. |
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You or your club can sponsor to make the conference possible Hunter Amenities is the latest sponsor of this year's conference. , The company is donating toiletries for our blessing bags (2,000 each shampoo, conditioner, bath gel, soap) in support of needy people and donating items to the registration bags. Check out other conference sponsors including our clubs. Become a personal sponsor. |
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Nurse and Rotary Peace Fellow to share local and international service to humanity
Rotary Peace Fellow Sara Eftekhar to share her amazing, diverse career serving humanity as one of the most recent speakers confirmed for the District conference in Whistler May 4-7 . |
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Youth Conference May 5 - 7 to experience more of Rotary
The ever popular Rotary Youth Conference -- a chance to learn more about Rotary in a fun youthful environment -- is ready for registration. It runs from May 5 to 7, 2017 in conjunction with the Rotary District 5040 Conference in Whistler, BC. |
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100 acts to celebrate 100 years
100 Acts of Good can celebrate 100 years of The Rotary Foundation -- Rotary Club of Richmond Sunrise
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District Spring Training
Spring Learning and Development sessions are coming to your area. Read more to find dates and locations in your area for the Rotary - Year Ahead and Grant Managements seminars. |
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March, Water & Sanitation month: District Global Grant Projects
With the Rotary theme of Water & Sanitation in March here are five Rotary Foundation Global Grant Projects in keeping with that theme, approved and funded or ongoing in 2016-2017 by The Rotary Foundation and supported by District 5040.
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Williams Lake Daybreak and Vancouver clubs happenings
Check out two new additions to the Club of the Week listings to find out what they are doing:
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Your District Conference Unmasked
Whistler becomes "The Big Easy” for our May 4-7 District 5040 Conference at the Saturday evening Mardi Gras gala. Unmasking for Mardi Gras, the conference committee takes a moment from its work together to give you an idea of what to expect throughout the conference. Read more to watch the video.
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Learn from fellow Rotarians in hands on workshops, Thursday, May 4
 Learn from fellow Rotarians in hands on workshops, Thursday, May 4Start your conference early with interactive workshops full of ideas and strategies to enhance the Rotary experience on Thursday May 4th in Whistler at the “Ski Cabin” at 2028 Rob Boyd Way.
Membership Mysteries: work together on the challenge of lack of club membership growth, solve the puzzle and leave with ideas and tools to engage and attract members.
Reputation and Club Communications: explore with others the essence and value of a strong brand and what clubs are doing to build the Rotary brand through Public Relations strategies and tools.
Rotary Uncovered - What Have I Joined?: join other Rotarians to learn what it takes to make Rotary relevant in today’s world and how you can contribute through service to your club and the world beyond.
Corralling ClubRunner: explore ClubRunner’s administrative facilities to make them work for your club, such as membership information, reports, mail service, club invoices, club directory, documents. Bulletins, RI website integration and attendance reporting.
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Conference speakers update Find out more about the speakers and facilitators confirmed for our Rotary District 5040 Conference May 4 to 7, 2017 for keynote presentations and breakout session facilitators has been posted on the conference website. An impressive line up and more to come. |
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New Book at Conference 2017
District Conference 2017 keynote speaker David Forward will release a new book on the Rotary Peace Centers at the RI Convention in Atlanta. District 5040 Rotarians attending the district conference in Whistler will have an opportunity for an early peek at this new book. David Forward is the author of books on the history of Rotary and The Rotary Foundation. He is an entertaining and engaging speaker. He is without question the most knowledgeable person on Rotary’s history. Don’t miss his presentation. Read more about David and the conference at www.celebraterotary.ca/speakers2.html |
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A Young Woman’s Journey with Rotary
Sylvia Barton is our District’s first participant in the New Generations Exchange Program and this is the story of the journey she has embarked on with Rotary. Sylvie as she is known by those close to her, is a 3rd year student at SFU majoring in criminology with a minor in First Nations Studies. It has been edited in length but is her story. |
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Peace and Conflict Prevention/Resolution Month in February
Of the 60 million people displaced by armed conflict or persecution, 90% are civilians. Half of those civilians are children. That’s millions of reasons why Rotary is so engaged in service projects, fellowships and other Rotary-sponsored campaigns in pursuit of peace in our world.
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Reputation and RelationshipsWhen a Rotary club has a positive Public Image, brand or reputation, current members are motivated to participate in service above self, prospective members are eager to join and sponsors are willing to support service. |
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Draft Conference Program and Speakers announced
The draft program for the 2017 District 5040 Conference is available online. An updated list of District 5040 Conference 2017 keynote speakers and breakout session facilitators has been posted on the conference website. An impressive line up and more to come.
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Pre Conference Workshops
District Governor Lyn invites Rotarians to register for workshops planned for Thursday May 4th in Whistler in the Ski Cabin at 2028 Rob Boyd Way. The workshops are designed to expand your Rotary knowledge and build your commitment to Rotary and your club. They will be interactive and full of ideas and strategies to enhance your Rotary experience. What a great way to start this years District Conference in Whistler! |
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Rotary Club of Williams Lake Daybreak joins Starfish Program
The Starfish Pack Backpack Program was created in response to teachers hearing the cry of their students. Teachers were heartbroken to hear their students were coming to class Monday morning hungry, reporting that they had not eaten over the weekend.
Rotary makes a difference! Last fall representatives from the Rotary Club of Williams Lake Daybreak club met with the principal of Chilcotin Road Elementary today to present the Starfish Pack program to his school.. An agreement was made and the program started as soon as parental agreements could be arranged.
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Deb and Don graduate from "Governor School"
Congratulations to DGE Don and Deb Evans who completed their Governor training with more than 500 Governors Elect from around the world in San Diego this past week. Photo with RI President Elect Ian and Juliet Riseley. DGE Don and Deb are being congratulated by RI President Elect Ian and Juliet Riseley. The group is standing in front of a banner with the 2017/18 Rotary theme: Rotary Making a Difference.
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Congratulations to Dean Rohrs on appointment to Rotary International Vice President
Rotary Club of Langley Central member, Dean Rohrs, has been appointed Vice President of Rotary International for 2017-18.
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NEW Council on Resolutions
Rotary has a new online way to recommend changes to policy and rules. The Council on Resolutions is a separate governing body that will meet online every year. It will review resolutions sent by clubs and districts to the RI Board.
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Rotary Foundation Centennial Wine
Celebrate the 100th year of our Foundation with a glass of Rotary Centennial Wine. St. Hubertus Estate Winery, based in Kelowna BC, has partnered with District 5040 to their award winning wines with a specially commissioned label to represent our 100th Anniversary of the Rotary Foundation.
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We have a dream -- Rotary 5040 & 5050 celebrate The Rotary Foundation centenary with US$3.3 million
To mark the 100th Anniversary of The Rotary Foundation, Rotary International President John Germ addressed the Rotary District 5040 & 5050 Million Dollar Dinner – which raised US$3.3 million -- on January 9, 2017, in Delta, BC.
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'Welcome to a new year" update/webinar
Want to find out the latest news from Rotary? Here's a great opportunity to find out what's going on. Please join Zone 24-32 Rotary Director Dean Rohrs and Trustee Bryn Styles for a 'Welcome to a new year" update/webinar, scheduled for Jan 10, 2017 4:00 pm PST.
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Happy New YearI hope that you all had a wonderful holiday season amongst family and friends . May the spirit of the season fill your heart the entire year. As we close out the year 2016 did you know that our Foundation has been named the world’s outstanding foundation for 2016-17. This is a huge accolade for the Rotary Foundation and for Rotarians!
Good luck with your clubs and your projects in the coming year.
Please check out the conference line up of speakers and come and be educated and entertained in Whistler in May. Registration goes up on January 16th, 2017 so please register NOW!
Happy New Year to you all. Alex and I and our family wish you and your family much joy and fulfillment in 2017. May we in Rotary nurture gifts of wisdom, compassion and justice in 2017.
With warm regards and blessings.
DG Lyn and Alex
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Christmas Greetings
In this season of giving and receiving….
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It's official Bala Naidoo is District Governor Designate for 2019-2020
District Governor Lyn is honoured and delighted to announce that, now we officially have a new District Governor for the year 2019-2020: Bala Naidoo of the Rotary Club of Burnaby Metrotown is the District Governor Designate (DGD) for the 2019-2020 year.
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Rotary Foundation named World's Outstanding Foundation for 2016Exciting News!The Association of Fundraising Professionals has recognized The Rotary Foundation with its annual Award for Outstanding Foundation.
The award honors organizations that show philanthropic commitment and leadership through financial support, innovation, encouragement of others, and involvement in public affairs. Some of the boldest names in American giving — Kellogg, Komen, and MacArthur, among others —are past honorees.
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Get a room, says Santa
Santa and District Governor Lyn Stroshin talk up the chance to win two nights free at the Fairmont Chateau Whistler Hotel for the May 4 to 7, 2017 Rotary District 5040 Conference.
If you're not yet registered at the lower conference rate you can do that now, or no later than December 24, 2016, to be eligible to win the hotel room contest. Click to view the video. Go to http://www.celebraterotary.ca/ to register now!
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Rotary Club of Richmond Sunset receives greetings from the Prime Minister
Eric Wang, President the Rotary Club of Richmond Sunset received this letter from the PM Justin Trudeau. The letter was for their Rotary Foundation Centennial Celebration held as part of the Winter Wonderland Celebrations at the Richmond City Hall.
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D5040 DG Nominating Team selects Bala Naidoo
District Governor Lyn is honoured and delighted to announce that, unofficially, we have a new District Governor for the year 2019-2020. The District 5040 District Governor Nominating team has chosen Bala Naidoo of the Rotary Club of Burnaby Metrotown.
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Vancouver selected as a site of 2018 Presidential ConferenceDistrict Governor Lyn, and the rest of us are really excited to let you know that District 5040's proposal for one of the 2017-18 Presidential Conferences has been approved.
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Congratulations 2015-16 Foundation Award Winners!
The Rotary Foundation recently distributed 2015-2016 recognition banners to clubs were distinguished worldwide through their generous gifts in four different areas: Top Three Highest in Per Capita Annual Giving, 100% Foundation Giving Club, End Polio Now Certificate of Achievement. |
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Celebrate World Interact WeekHappy World Interact Week! We want to share exciting ways to celebrate and support Interact clubs. As a bonus, we’re sharing the big reveal of the 2016 Interact Video Awards themes! Here are just a few ways you can recognize World Interact Week: |
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Lots of buzz about Conference 2017Find out what two babies are saying in their unique language. In this translation, we discover they are discussing the District 5040 Conference 2017 in Whistler. Save $75 if your register before January 16, 2017. To register, links to hotel, and more details visit CelebrateRotary.ca |
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Invitation to Million Dollar DinnerHere is a short Video invitation to The Rotary Foundation Million Dollar Dinner being hosted by District 5040 & 5050 on January 9, 2017. For more information, please visit: https://sway.com/33HP6HfAAmMyPPl4
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RI President Elect Ian Riseley's visit to Prince George
There was excellent media coverage of RI President Elect Ian Riseley's visit to Prince George which highlighted all of the great work being done by Rotarians in the area. Clikc on these links to get all of the news: Prince George Citizen, 250 NEWS, and CKPG TV.
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Rotary Foundation Seminar a Huge Success
RI President Elect Ian Riseley and PDG Juliet Riseley were keynote speakers at the Exploring – The Rotary Foundation – Regional Seminar in Vancouver. They were joined by facilitators RRFC Betty Screpnek, RPIC Sean Hogan, E/MGA Chris Offer, A-RRFC Larry Stinson and Annual Giving Officer Chris Boyce. Rotarians from Districts 5010, 5020, 5040, 5050, 5060, 5370, 7040 and 9810 gathered at the Wosk Centre for Dialogue in Vancouver. Enthusiastic and passionate discussion, debate, agreement, disagreement, sharing and enthusiasm were the order of the day. Click to view photos from the Seminar.
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Rotary on Ice nets funds: End Polio, Rotoract, Interact, Boys & Girls Club
$1,150 in proceeds to End Polio -- converted to $5,750 with matching grants -- came from tickets Rotary sold for the October 23rd Vancouver Giants hockey game at the annual Rotary on Ice event, led by the Tsawwassen and Ladner Rotary Clubs, with Rotoract Clubs and Interact Clubs in Delta and Vancouver, with help from District 5040 Governor Lyn Stroshin. The Boys & Girls Club received tickets worth almost $1,700 purchased by Rotarians and others so that 94 young people could attend the game at no cost. Finally, Rotarians of all ages sold tickets for a 50/50 lottery draw at the game with $2,520 going to Rotary's Rotoract and Interact clubs.
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Short video invitation to attend the Multi District Rotary Foundation Seminar on October 22, 2016 at the Wosk Centre in Vancouver. RI Present (2017-18) Ian Riseley is the keynote speaker.
Organizers are you interested in making your booth look really professional?
A group of 24 Rotary people from RYLA, Interact, Rotaract, Youth Exchange and others volunteered at a Youth Leadership camp in Guangzhou China at the beginning of August. |
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This video shows how one club presents Paul Harris Fellow recognition. The presentation uses slides to highlight the change in peoples lives that the gift to The Rotary Foundation made. By relating the Paul Harris Fellow recognition to the recipients of the aid the new Paul Harris Fellow and the audience understand the full impact of the gift. The video was created John Charbonneau, Rotary Club of Tsawwassen.
We have held this event for the past 31 years. It is a bike ride from Vancouver to Harrison Hot Springs Resort, a distance of 120km. It is held the second Sunday in July and this year falls on July 10th. The event is run to raise funds for the deaf and hard of hearing in British Columbia and we have raised over $2.8 million in our 31 years.
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Congratulations to District Governor Elect (GETS) Lyn and Alex Stroshin, Rotary Club of Whistler Millennium. DGE Lyn attended the Governor Elect Training Seminar in Providence, RI.
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At the District Conference last April, the Rotary Club of Gibsons put out a challenge to the other District Clubs to: Help Us Roll 1000 Hippos. Needless to say, our display booth garnered lots of attention!
Click on the link below to view the digital presentation of the Challenge. It gives the background to this simple innovation and also highlights the smiling faces of the women who were blessed with our club's action:
Ravindran urges Rotary’s 1.2 million members to give the gifts of time, talent, and knowledge to improve lives in communities across the globe
On April 18 and 19 District 5040 hosted Part 1 & 2 of the Rotary Leadership Institute (RLI) seminars in Prince George. Rotarians from clubs in Prince George, Burns Lake and Williams Lake participated in the training.
Planning for Rotaract's 2015 Roundtrip is underway!
Last year's PACERS, plus a New West Rotaractor (L to R: Kohey[japan], Anna[Germany], Manu[Argentina], Lulu[Mexico], Giorgia[Italy], and Melissa[New West])
Visit events page for details of RLI course in Prince George and North Vancouver.
Celebrate World Rotaract Week, by checking out our Rotaractor's 2014 Wrapup Letter!!!
District 5040 leadership team 2015-16 - Presidents Elect, Rotaract Presidents Elect and District leaders at Pacific Northwest PETS (Presidents Elect Training Seminar) Seattle
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As part of National Immunization Day aimed at vaccinating over 172 million children under the age of 5 across India, Ladner Rotarians Chris and Penny Offer, both Past District Governors, joined a Rotary International team of volunteers from Canada, Switzerland, Australia and the United States to give Polio vaccinations in rural India in late February.
On Thursday, February 19, the Rotary Club of Tsawwassen hosted its annual 'Meal to End Polio', raising US$1,200 for End Polio Now.
Delta, BC (February 2, 2015) 100 Acre Wood Family Day Care of North Delta won the 4th Annual Delta Rotary Business Ethics Award, as a model of ethical business practice, at a dinner and ceremony on Friday night.
RI President Gary Huang urged all Rotarians to Light up Rotary this year by participating in a Rotary Day- a fun informal event in the community to introduce the non-Rotary public to Rotary. On January 24th 2015 the Rotary Club of Burnaby Metrotown and the Burnaby Rotaract Club in District 5040 partnered with Canlan Burnaby 8 Rinks to offer a Rotary Free Public Skate.
Congratulations Hugh Boyd Interact. They have done our District 5040 proud. They have now won the Rotary International Video contest twice in the last three years and placed in the top five in the intervening year.
Here is a picture of the Whistler Millennium outbound student Caitlin Patersen. She left Whistler for a year in Denmark and ended up hobnobbing with the RI President, Gary Huang. This picture was in the Danish Rotarian.
For those of you who have not seen the recent communication, this will bring you up to date on what is happening with Rotary's Project Partner
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Are you looking to make a significant impact on the world by promoting tolerance and cooperation? Rotary selects some of the world’s most dedicated and brightest professionals to receive fully funded fellowships to study at our Rotary Peace Centers. We have created a page on the District 5040 site with links to the resources and the application process. You can find it here.
Please note the District 5040 deadline for application is 10th April 2015.
Good information for possible peace fellow applicants in your community.
Rotary District 5040 is conducting a search to fill the position of District Treasurer when Terry Miller, the current treasurer finishes his term in June. The position is a three-year term starting July 1st 2015. Among the treasurer’s duties he or she serves on the Board, is responsible for managing funds and reports on the finances of Rotary District 5040. The treasurer participates in budget development and works closely with the Governor and the Board to ensure the district meets its financial and reporting obligations to the District and to Rotary International.
Interested Rotarians who have financial qualifications/accounting and or experience as club treasurer are asked to contact John Anderson District Governor Elect for more information. John can be reached at johnlanderson@telus.net or by phone at 604 948 2944.
This short video, in a unique visual way invites you to join The Rotary Foundation – Bequest Society. The video explains how the Bequest Society supports Rotary’s humanitarian and peace goals. It also describes the recognition members of the society receive and the $1 billion goal for the Endowment Fund.
The District Nominations Committee has selected Don Evans, nominated by the Rotary Club of Vancouver of Vancouver, for District Governor to serve in 2017-18.
This nomination is pending any challenges submitted by clubs pursuant to Section 13.020 of the RI Manual of Procedure – Nominating Procedure for Governor.
I would like to congratulate all the nominees that were selected by their clubs and thank them for their commitment to serve our District as District Governor.
Ken Wilson
District Governor 2014 – 2015
District 5040
Sara Eftekhar has received word that she has been named as a 2015 Rotary Peace Fellow. Sara will pursue a Masters at the Rotary Peace Centre at the University of Bradford in the UK in the field of international studies, peace studies and conflict resolution. The one-year Fellowship covers fees, living and travel expenses and an applied field experience, in excess of $50,000 USD. Sara was chosen out of many candidates and is one of only four Canadians to receive this world-wide honour.
Sara’s passion for peace and social justice is born out of conflict. She and her family fled turmoil and persecution in Iran for a better life in Canada when Sara was 8. Sara’s volunteerism and leadership throughout her school years earned her the Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Medal, an Outstanding Youth Award from the Mayor of North Vancouver, the YWCA Vancouver’s Young Women of Distinction Award, and was the youngest to ever be named among the Top 25 Immigrants of Canada. Sara graduated from UBC with honours in Nursing.
At a time when it would be so easy for high school students to forget about the events of past World Wars, our South Delta Secondary School Interact students braced the wind, the rain and the cold to install the Remembrance Day Crosses at the entrance to Tsawwassen on Thursday after school.
An update from district 5040's Squamish club!
The Conference Committee is pleased to offer a special one-day Registration for Interact and Rotaract clubs in District 5040. Note this offer only applies to these groups and is not offered to Rotarians. The full programme of events for the day can be found by following this link.
New Shelter Solutions
ShelterBox continues to develop new shelter solutions to meet the needs of communities affected by disasters.
In the five months following Typhoon Haiyan, which hit the Philippines in November 2013, more than 100 ShelterBox Response Team members delivered 7,000 tents, 10,000 solar lights, 870 water filtration systems, 2,300 mosquito nets, 445 tool kits and 30 SchoolBoxes.
If you remember this was Canada's Centennial Rotary Project where all clubs in Canada were asked to sent $250 to CRCID.
