Rose Chojnacki – was born in Germany to German and Polish parents, emigrated to Canada in 1953 and was helped by the Salvation Army to settle into Canada. Started school with no English and had the task of not only learning but also teaching English to her parents. Started her career in insurance and later moved on to Hitachi a Japanese company where she spent most of her working life. Started out as a bookkeeper and worked her way up to being CFO of Hitachi Canada. Rose is now retired after 40 years of service with Hitachi. Her career took her on travels extensively to Japan and the US, she considers her time with Hitachi to be a blessing. Rose gave thanks to Luisa for introducing her to Rotary and to volunteering at the Foodbank. Rose is now an advocate of the foodbank and very supportive of Regen.

Monsoor Mirza – New Member Classification

Monsoor Mirza – Husband, father Real Estate professional. Immigrated to Canada from Punjab Pakistan

Completed education in Pakistan -from primary to university level master’s in applied mathematics - Started his career teaching mathematics before moving to Canada. Started out in Canada working in a restaurant and doing tutoring with University of Toronto students. Eventually went to work at Pizza Hut – worked his way up to manger and created a training program for new hires, his progress continued in training until he left the role to become a Pizza Pizza franchise owner and later to work in the mortgage industry. From that industry he went into family and later into full time real estate.

Community involvement – Is also as diversified as his career, member Of the Adopt a Park program, Brampton Board of Trade, Real Estate education, Readale Soccer club, Teaching Grade 9-10 mathematics, Parent Council for his children’s school. COVID volunteer dedicated to servicing the elderly and single parents for food drop off during the pandemic.

Changeover meeting

Outgoing President Dittie pins incoming President Amolak at our Changeover meeting last week. In return President Amolak pins and presents Dittie with a Past President plaque and gavel to commemorate her year.

Volunteer MBC award

President Dittie and crew receive the Business Vitality Award from Regeneration awarded by Volunteer MBC for

individuals and organizations who put selflessness before self to do good for humanity through volunteer service. Our club won for its support of
Regeneration Outreach.

Peel Children’s Aid Foundation

On behalf of Peel Children’s Aid Foundation’s Board of Directors, I would like to thank you for your generous contribution to our bursary program. We truly appreciate your support for our programs and the initiatives that Peel Children’s Aid Foundation funds to ensure that youth have the best possible opportunity for future success. Please find below the profile of your bursary recipient.

Anneika Dallas

Anneika is enrolled at Canfitpro to complete a Fitness Trainer certificate. She is working towards her goal to become a personal trainer to help people transform their lifestyle and improve their health. Anneika is committed to focusing on her future and building sustainable choices.

Ashar Malik-Ekram

Ashar is entering his third year at Humber College in the Criminal Justice program, with aspirations of becoming a police officer. Ashar is an active member of Peel CAS’s South Asian youth group and has participated in many agency youth programs and leadership camps. He has volunteered in the past at Food banks, retirement home, mosque and the youth organization One Voice One Team. Hardworking and resilient, Ashar is committed to his goals and his community.

Mya Murray

Mya is going into her third year at the University of Toronto to continue her studies in English, Professional Writing and Communication and Sociology. She has a love for storytelling, and is considering a future career as a high school teacher. Mya is a hard worker who consistently gets good grades. She works as a Don at her University residence and also tutors high school kids.

Tariah Steer

Tariah is enrolled in Cosmetic technique management at Seneca College, after changing programs to follow her passion. This program will allow her to earn a diploma and prepare for a career in the beauty industry. Her goal is to have her own Beauty Bar in the future. Bubbly and outgoing, Tariah has a positive outlook on life. Prior to the pandemic Tariah has been an active volunteer, advocating on behalf of others in her community.

Vantaisha Miller

Vantaisha is enrolled in Sheridan College’s Paralegal program and will be entering her second year this fall. Her future goals are to attend university and law school to achieve her dream of becoming a lawyer. Vantaisha is very caring and considerate with a strong passion to help others.

In Ontario less than half of children living under the care or supervision of the child welfare system complete high school by the age of 21 and than a quarter of those go on to pursue post-secondary education. These numbers are vastly different than the overall statistics of 75% of Ontario youth finishing high school and 40% going on to post-secondary studies. Through the bursary program, Peel Children’s Aid Foundation is committed to changing these numbers and giving more children and youth in care access to post-secondary education, and skill building opportunities to help them set goals and work towards success. We have seen great success with these programs.

Thank you again for your generosity which is making a difference in the lives of vulnerable youth in Peel Region!

Sincerely,

Renae Addis

Executive Director

Peel Children’s Aid Foundation

Recognition

At last week's meeting President Dittie recognized a number of individuals for the special effort this year:

Joel from Regeneration – Gave a thank you to the club and a recognition to efforts of the Rotary Club of Brampton under the leadership of president Dittie. A heartfelt thank you and invitation to continue the support of the foodbank.
Special Presentation and Thank you to Isaiah for his outstanding contribution to the club and for creating value as the Technical Advisor for the Rotary club of Brampton.
Luisa, Badar, Uche and Amolak were both presented with pins for bringing in new members into the club.

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