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Need for health care workers in rural BC prompted program of hands on experience for high school students
In some northern BC communities, where health services can sometimes be in short supply, 350 students have participated in Rotary's Adventures in Health Care and another 500 online throughout the province over the past seven years. 
 
Adventures in Healthcare is a unique program designed to expose high school youth to post-secondary education pathways and career opportunities in health care—specifically in rural communities where medical professionals are critically needed. 
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The Magic of Rotary in Empowering Through Unity
District 5040 Governor Drew Antrobus: Fellow Rotarians, as we embrace February, Rotary International’s Peacebuilding and Conflict Prevention Month, we are reminded of the essential role we play in fostering harmony, understanding, and cooperation. Peace is more than just the absence of war—it is the presence of justice, equality, and opportunity. Through our collective efforts, we have the power to create meaningful change, bringing people together and transforming communities.

This month, we continue to celebrate The Magic of Rotary and the extraordinary way our organization unites people from diverse backgrounds to embody greater cause. We also recognize the strength found in Empowering Through Unity when we work together with a shared vision, the impact we create is immeasurable.
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Neurodiverse children learn with iPads sponsored by Burnaby Rotary
With special programs iPads help neurodiverse children meet their unique learning needs. The iPads enable the children to enjoy increased self-esteem and pride in the work they can do independently. The iPads provide all their tools in one location. The children can learn by talking to text and experience less anxiety and workload in not having to print and/or have an adult scribe for them. 
 
Rotary Club of Burnaby contributed $2,740 for the purchase of six iPads for the lab in collaboration with a Rotary District Grant of $1,370 from The Rotary Foundation.
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District clubs' achievements and activities in January
Achievements and activities of some of our clubs in Rotary District 5040 in the past 30 days or so. The photo is one of 12 from the Rotary Club of Sechelt lottery fundraising calendar.
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Medical mission supported by RC Richmond Sunrise, on Global TV
Global News, February 8, 2025: A Vancouver based non-profit has returned from a successful medical mission overseas, thanks in part to donations from local organizations -- including the Rotary Club of Richmond Sunrise. But as Julia Foy reports, changes south of the border are putting more pressure on local international aid organizations.
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