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Welcome to the
Rotary Club of Port Moody
Port Moody

Every Member an Active Member

We meet In Person
Wednesdays at 7:15 a.m.
St. James's Well Pub
Newport Village
248 Newport Drive
Port Moody, BC V3H 5H1
Canada
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Rotary Club of Port Moody Vision Statement
 
'We aspire to be a committed, collaborative and diverse club, who through fellowship and fun achieve positive changes within ourselves, our community and the world.
 
 
 
 
Our stories
Same likely suspects
 
The same likely suspects came out for September's clean up of Heritage Mtn. Blvd.  Great to see everyone wearing the ROTARY vests that are very visible to the public and for safety.
Thank you to Alan S for always organizing.  If you would like to come and help any month, we meet at Gallaghers Coffee Shop in Newport Village at 8:55 am  and leave 'exactly' at 9:00 AM to head up the hill and clean up trash.  Once we are finished we meet back at Gallaghers for a coffee and visit.  The second Saturday of every month......Be there to help.  You will enjoy the fresh air and the good feeling of helping keep our community clean.
 
 
 
President Rick is so thoughtful
Our President Rick is a very thoughtful person.  It seems he thinks of everyone all the time.  This week was no exception.
Neil had a birthday and we all know Neil for his 'puns' as well he is the Secretary of our Rotary Club..... Our President presented Neil a book of  'Wit & Humor'
 
 
Brian W. is so very passionate about Belize and particularly about the education that our Rotary Club is providing for that country.  Brian supports a school in Belize and has been on many trips to help out there.  President Rick presented him a book- Maya.
Khayanga Wasiki was visiting from Kenya and told us about what is going on in her town.  What an amazing woman who has a school there for the children and has started many programs.  One is making menstruation pads 'Days for Girls', and now is the biggest supplier of these because they have taught the woman how to make them and now have a little business doing so.  Also an automobile that wasn't working was given to them and the men take it apart, drive it for a while, and then then next group does the same, learning auto mechanics.  Fantastic!!!.  Khayanga has now started a Rotary Club in her town and has already 30 new members who are taking classes to know what Rotary is all about so they too can live by the Rotary motto - Service above Self.
 
PP Al Stjernegaard is the International Chair this year and he talked about all the projects we have going on Internationally.
Updates are:
South Africa - Andy is the lead person on this project. There is a Global Grant applied for this project for a home that houses severely handicapped children and the grant is in the process to help them.  
 
Kenya - AG Glen is handling this project for wells and laterins.  Again a Global Grant that is well on its way.
 
PP Al - Global Grant application for Belize Rural Schools.  This is an amazing project and has total support from our Rotary Club. We had 4 members of our Rotary Club go to Belize last project and if you are interested in helping out this April, please let Al know.  The application is going in an the Port Coquitlam Centennial Club was the first to offer money towards this Grant.
 

September 24th - Please come to City Hall as they will be reading a Proclamation to announce our 25th Anniversary and make it Rotary Club of Port Moody day.

September 26th - Our 25th Anniversary Tacky Tourist Party at the Legion. 6:00 PM Start.  Get your tickets now as we have cut off date next Tuesday.  The Legion needs to know the numbers 10 days in advance.

Gardening Stickers Hand Drawn Doodle Coloring Vector

October 6 - Rotary is about helping and here is a hands-on project we can all do.  Please come and help at Steve and Lauralea's 'weed' their garden.  They have had a busy time going back and forth for treatments for Lauralea and their garden is overgrown.  Many hands make light work 'AND' Steve will BBQ after we are done.   There was an email that went out to 'sign up' so please do that so they know how many people will be there.  Bring something to share and your beverage please. xoxo

The Port Moody Terry Fox Run was well supported by our Rotary Club.  Thank you to Glen for the great video that you put on Facebook.  Nice to see so many people out for the first run in many years in Port Moody. Well organized by Mark Pettie and Peter Kobayashi.

Gayle, Peter M, Peter C, Mayor Meghan, Joan & Gary, Lee & May, Bill, Al S, Glen & Marcia, Krista and myself.  I hope I didn't miss anyone.  We were busy at Registration which was well done.

A real treat for everyone was that Doug Alward was at our run.  Doug was Terry's best friend and he drove the van for Terry Fox for 153 days in 1980.
Doug spoke 'Terry's' words and it was a very emotional to hear his words. We are blessed that Doug was there.

Terry believed in a world without cancer.  The annual Terry Fox Run has become a fall tradition in Canada, with nearly 600 communities, big and small, urban and rural, English and French, fundraising for cancer research

About Terry Fox.[from their website]
 
Eighteen-year-old Terry Fox of Port Coquitlam, BC never saw himself as remarkable. Granted, he displayed an unusual determination to achieve the goals he set for himself but his orbit was local – family, school, sports and friends. But Terry’s cancer diagnosis of osteogenic sarcoma just above the knee, the subsequent amputation of his leg and experience in the cancer wards changed all that. A newly nurtured reservoir of compassion, combined with a fierce determination to bring an end to the suffering cancer causes, set Terry on a path that, quite simply, changed the world.
Terry’s personal experience and research led him to a simple conclusion – more money was needed for cancer research. And so, in the modest but motivated style that would prove to be his trademark, Terry started training and planning for his cross-Canada run to raise funds for cancer research. He dipped his artificial leg in the Atlantic Ocean on April 12th, 1980 and proceeded to unite Canadians in a way never before, nor since, seen. The only thing that could have stopped Terry from reaching the Pacific Ocean did. Cancer returned in his lungs and he was forced to stop on September 1st, 1980 after having run 5,373 kilometres.

Before his death on June 28, 1981, Terry had achieved his once unimaginable goal of $1 from every Canadian. More importantly, he had set in motion the framework for an event, The Terry Fox Run, that would ignite cancer research in Canada, raising more than $850 million since 1980, and bring hope and health to millions of Canadians.

 

 
Another great Classification talk
 
 
 
Lindagene Coyle had a massive stroke from which she did not recover.  Our hearts go out to her family and many friends, including those across the Rotary world.

Lindagene Coyle

Lindagene almost became a Rotarian in District 5050 back in 2001/2002.  She investigated the clubs around where she lived in Surrey – breakfast and lunch clubs.  She eventually settled on the District 5040 Richmond Sunset club as it was close to work and in the early evening.  Please refer to her bio – written in 2017 - https://rotarydistrict5050.org/sitepage/past-district-governor-biographies/lindagene-coyle-2017-18.

Since her year as District Governor, she continued to be involved – District Vice Governor, 2 years as Finance Director, 3 years as District Leadership & Development (Trainer), House of Friendship at Conferences, attendance at Zone Conferences – especially when a cruise was involved (Bahamas).

Lindagene had a passion for cruising and tried to cruise every year.  Even her conference in 2018 was on a cruise!

Family was very important to Lindagene, and she took her role as matriarch of the family very seriously.  Her many siblings and their families are scattered around the eastern US and her daughter is in California.  Her sons and granddaughter live in the Lower Mainland.

Her passion for Rotary was infectious and she loved talking about it – long phone calls!  She truly believed there is a Rotary club for everyone!

Lindagene will be missed by many – near and far!

Another great Classification talk by our past and newest member Gerry Glazier.  Wow what a life you have had Gerry.  Rotary Clubs Gerry has belonged to are the Yellowknife, Port Moody, Indonesia and Vancouver where he was the President of the Vancouver Rotary Club until he came back to our club. Gerry and his wife have lived in so many different parts of the world and we are grateful that you have chosen to come back to our Rotary Club of Port Moody.

Gary encouraged us all to go to Thirsty Thursday at the Legion on the first Thursday of each month at 5:00 PM.  It is a wonderful time to chat and get to know each other on a 'social' basis.  Thanks Gary for doing this.

More celebrations:

Happy Anniversary to Steve & Lauralea & Jim & Susan. 

Happy Birthday to Glen & Vida & Dan's wife Marion.  May all your wishes come true.  

September 15th - Terry Fox Run. - They need 2 people to please help sell T-Shirts Starting time:  8:00AM

September 24th - Please come to City Hall as they will be reading a Proclamation to announce our 25th Anniversary and make it Rotary Club of Port Moody day.

September 26th - Our 25th Anniversary Tacky Tourist Party at the Legion. 6:00 PM Start.  Get your tickets now as we have cut off date next Tuesday.  The Legion needs to know the numbers 10 days in advance.

 

 

 Oh what a Lady !!!
 
One of our community grants is now finished and we will be doing the 'cheque presentation' soon.
This is what the United Church wrote:
 
The Springs Art Wall at Inlet United Church Port Moody,
 
We are delighted to share the news that Atheana Picha has completed her work on the Art Wall. She put her last brush strokes on, and signed her work on Saturday evening. At Inlet United, we are grateful to engage in this work, building community connection, advancing Reconciliation, and offering the gift of beauty and reflection to our neighbourhood.
 
Next steps include:
 
  • installation of a protective clear "graffiti coat”
  • creation and installation of a sign beside the mural, including the work’s title (TBA), artist statement and acknowledgment of our sponsors and supporters
  • a celebration in Coast Salish Tradition, with feast and blessing - probably in early October - we will invite you as soon as we have a date confirmed.
We welcome you to stop by and see this beautiful work up close. We are grateful that you helped to make it possible.
 
It is always wonderful to see Clayton at our Rotary meetings
Mike W. is back after a good vacation and work trips.
Gerry Glazier came zooming up on his scooter again this week.  Soon you will be a member [again] of our Rotary Club of Port Moody Gerry.
 
One of our favourite Rotary meetings are 'classification talks' by our members.  At the last minute President Rick asked one of our newest members, Joan to do her Classification talk and you could have heard a 'pin drop' during her whole talk.  Joan you are an amazing woman and we are so grateful that you have joined our Rotary Club.  If you didn't hear her talk, please go for coffee with her and hear her story.  WOW is all I can say.  Thank you Dr. Joan.  
 
 
 
 
 
Happy Birthday and Anniversary to Ramin 
 
Thank you to Danne & Kerry & Mike for filling up our 'Little Lending Library' by Old Orchard Hall/Park.  For years Gayle has been filing up this Little Library and she is very grateful that all our Rotary members will be doing this in the future.  Please go through your books no longer needed in your home and take down to Old Orchard Park.  Our Little Lending Library is on the map of all Lending Libraries.  It was built by Walter Peachy years ago and with a few 'Renos' it is a good as new.  
 
Don't forget to shop at Port Moody Liquor store for your beverages. 
 Just tell them that the receipt is for
'The Rotary Club of Port Moody' and we will get a return on your purchase.
 
 
 
 
A couple of weeks ago Glen received an invitation from Tri-Cities Community TV to talk about Rotary in the Tri-Cities.   Community TV has combined the interview with some footage on Rotary Projects (like Starfish) as well as the "testimonials" many of you did prior to RIBFEST
 
You can check it out at:
 
 
If you haven't paid for our 25th Anniverary party please do so as soon as possible .  Thank you. We can't wait to see you in your tackiest tourist outfit.  We know you have one !!!!
 
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It is our pleasure to invite you to join us for the 25th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Port Moody.  It is hard 
to believe that it has been 25 years since the inception of our Rotary Club.  We would love for you to attend to celebrate this milestone and all we have done in our Community.
 
Date:  Thursday, September 26th, 2024
 
Time:  5:00 PM
 
Place:  Port Moody Legion - 2529 Clarke Street, Port Moody
 
Cost:  $35.00 for Beverage & a Burger [ beef, chicken or veggie]
 
The Theme will be ’Tacky Tourist Party’.
 
There will be prizes for the Best Dressed Couple, best dressed male and female. Come and have fun with us.
 
Tickets are available on the link below.  We have a limited amount of tickets and so please get yours as soon as possible.
 
I'm sad to report that we lost an amazing Community citizen in Les Garrison.  Les was a shining star in our Community for many years.  He was a Past Chamber of Commerce President, a good family man, among many other things.  Les Garrison Insurance was an ICON in the Insurance business for many years.  We send our condolences to Greg Garrison [from Coquitlam Sunrise] and family and to Nancy Rayson.
 
 
 
 
What's happening around town & in our Club
 
A show with theatrics to mesmerize the audience with the popular hit songs from Elton John and Billy Joel. Games, Photo booth, Silent Auction and 50/50. 
Tickets $50 ($42 with discount code) $20 15yr and under

Get your discount code by contacting the following Rotary Clubs: - Port Coquitlam Centennial (PoCo)- ron.goyette50@gmail.com

- Coquitlam Sunrise Rotary (Coquitlam)- 
rpostma@shaw.ca

- The Rotary Club of Haney (Ridge Meadows) - info@haneyrotary.ca
 
Guests were:
Gerry Glazier
 
 
Carolina Barreto who came to check out our Rotary Club and will be back next week.  Welcome Carolina
 
Speakers Corner:
Darrell has asked for ideas for Speakers and offsite meeting ideas.  Darrell has been booking our speakers for a very long time now and we are grateful for the time he spends doing this.  Thank you everyone for your ideas and please pass the information along with names and emails, or phone numbers so Darrell can book.
 
What is September 26th?  YES it is our Rotary Club of Port Moody's 25th Anniversary party.  Please sign up.  Come dressed in your 'tacky tourist' best.  It will be a lot of fun.
It is our pleasure to invite you to join us for the 25th Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Port Moody.  It is hard to believe that it has been 25 years since the inception of our Rotary Club.  We would love for you to attend to celebrate this milestone and all we have done in our Community.
 
Date:  Thursday, September 26th, 2024
 
Time:  5:00 PM
 
Place:  Port Moody Legion - 2529 Clarke Street, Port Moody
 
Cost:  $35.00 for Beverage & a Burger [ beef, chicken or veggie]
 
The Theme will be ’Tacky Tourist Party’.
 
There will be prizes for the Best Dressed Couple, best dressed male and female. Come and have fun with us.
 
Tickets are available on the link below.  We have a limited amount of tickets and so please get yours as soon as possible.
 
Please copy and paste this information to whomever you would like to invite to our party.  The more the merrier.
 
Sunday- September 15th, 2024 - Terry Fox Run
Volunteers needed for Registration.  Please let Peter M know if you would like to help out.  It's fun and very easy.  
 
 
Joan took home all the 'black aprons' from Open Road Lounge, RIBFEST and the jugs from the bar and washed them all so they will be ready again for the next event.  Thank you Joan.  
 
Not sure how many of you know about Lacrosse, but the Coquitlam Jr. Adanac's won the Minto Cup which is 'huge'.  What a great event to bring the community together.  It was magical.  Well done Adanacs !!!!!
Summer Sunday's ended with another great band, Eagle Eyes'.  What a great community event!!!!.  Thank you to our Rotary Club of Port Moody for being one of the sponsors.  Thousands of people came over the summer to listen to live music.  Thank you to Glen for posting a great video on FaceBook.  
 
 
4 Dynamic young women
4 Dynamic young women from Port Coquitlam came to talk about Girls of Ghana
Eva Lo, Pearl Amusala, Iris Chun & Simone N. Richard
Girls for Ghana, located in downtown Port Coquitlam has started this year in planning (January) to leading actions (March), and will soon be ending in December. 

At G4G Ghana, we provide help and hope for underprivileged young girls in Ghana who have limited resources or limited access to resources that can meet their basic sanitary needs.

We keep them safe by providing important sanitary supplies and, we provide them with necessary self education to help them stay protected and, help them make informed decisions as they enter into puberty.

We know that Vida talked to them already about 'Days for Girls' and I'm sure that they will be in touch with her and the Port Coquitlam Centennial Rotary Club.
 
 
Chantelle & her husband Chris came to collect the cheque for the 50/50 at RIBFEST.  What a perfect deserving couple to win this 50/50
 
Such a busy week !!!  
 
Innervisions BBQ -
Thank you to Alan for doing the grocery shopping.  The BBQ chefs were Danne, Glen & Alan.  Frank & Mike served up the food.  All the men were very grateful for the burgers & hot dogs.
Glen wrote
Every Port Moody RIBFEST, men enrolled in residential drug and alcohol treatment at InnerVisions Recovery Society spend 2 full days at Rocky Point Park, before and after the event, helping us with the setup and takedown. The layout of the park is a massive undertaking and we could not do it without their assistance.
Members of our club value the opportunity to express thanks, and to show support for these men on a pathway to recovery. In August we put on a BBQ and closer to Christmas it will be a Chili lunch.
For over 25 years, InnerVisions’ treatment programs have helped men of all backgrounds become clean, sober, and move on to live productive lives within their communities. Alcoholism and addiction can be hard to deal with on your own. Thankfully, Innervisions is here to help. Their staff know what it takes to overcome addiction, and to support people learning to live clean and sober everyday
More photos in August random photo album
 
Car Free Day - Sunday
Looks like a great group of volunteers for Car Free Day.  Thank you to Peter M, Mike C, Victoria, Yvonne, Neil, Bill, Rick & Alan K. 
No one got wet when they dumped the water from the tent.  
Always fun serving the public.
Peter wrote:

We were located at the top near Moody St with two food trucks and being called a family patio most of our guests brought their food in an ate.

The first hours it rained and only had a few sales.  We may have some revenue for our kitty after reviewing our expenses.

Neil was our official photographer.
 
 
More photos in Photo album - August random
September 15 - Please register to help for the Terry Fox Run registration - An 'event' was sent out for you to sign up.
 
September 26 - 25th Anniversary Party for our Rotary Club of Port Moody.  Please get your tickets today.
Come dressed as your favourite tourist !!!  We will have fun.
 
 
Past President of the Vancouver Rotary Club and past member of our Rotary Club is soon to be a new member of our Rotary Club of Port Moody.  We are happy to have you back in our club Gerry Glazier.
 
So many people to celebrate this month.
 
Happy Birthday to:
 
Ian, Ramin, Joan, Mike P & his beautiful wife Christine,Vida & Clayton
 
Happy Anniversary to:
Dan & Marion
Joan & Gary
Bill & jackie
Ramin & Asiah
John & Cheryl
Neil & Donna
 
Club's Anniversary's to:
Peter C - 24 years
Patty - 19 years
Mike P - 11 years
Victoria - 1 year
 
And speaking of Anniversaries, Eagle Ridge Manor had their 30th Anniversary Party and thank you to Danne & Kerry and PP Trudy for being there to celebrate.  
Since the first year of our Rotary Club of Port Moody, we have supported Eagle Ridge Manor.  We have always put on the annual Christmas Party and decorating of the manor.  We have purchased many pieces of equipment for them and have even done some gardening for them. Also we do Pie Day for them each month, which means we serve 'pie' to them each month.  This is a huge treat for them and we thank Danne  for taking this on and now our new member Haleh is helping.  I guess you would say 'we adopted them'.
More photos in August Random Album - Thank you Brian for the photos
 
Guess who was at Langley RIBFEST cleaning up tables?  YEP our Green Machine Bill Lawrie.
Thank you to Jeff McLellan for the photo from FB .
 
 
They're back! Eagle Eyes, the ultimate tribute to the Eagles wrap up our 2024 season of Summer Sundays Concerts. Sunday August 25th.  Come on out and support Summer Sunday's and see a fantastic concert.  Can't wait!
Rain or shine.....
 
Call for Volunteers

Call for Volunteers: Car Free Day with the Rotary Club of Port Moody and City of Port Moody

We are still seeking enthusiastic volunteers for the Rotary Family Patio to help make Car Free Day a success! We need:

  • Set-up and Tear-down Volunteers: Assistance with setting up and taking down the event.
  • Cashier: An additional cashier for the first two hours and possibly longer if needed.

Set-up Tear-down tasks include bringing the tent, three coolers (or chilly bins - Aussie term), and water from the locker, as well as returning these items at the end of the day. Hopefully, there will be no leftover water!

Please reach out to Peter Muir at treasurer@portmoodyrotary.ca if you can help.

Additional Volunteer Opportunities with the City of Port Moody

The City of Port Moody also needs volunteers. Similar to Ribfest, they are short on support. The roles available are:

  • Event Ambassador (11:30 am - 2:30 pm: 2 positions, and 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm: 4 positions)
    Responsibilities: Direct guests to various event locations, provide overall event information, and answer general inquiries.

  • Eating Area Event Ambassador (11:30 am - 2:30 pm: 2 positions, and 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm: 2 positions)
    Responsibilities: Oversee seating areas, ensure tables are cleared and seating is tidy, and assist with other event duties as needed.

These positions are for the City of Port Moody and are not related to the Rotary Family Patio.

Sign Up at https://www.portmoody.ca/en/arts-culture-and-heritage/2024-car-free-day.aspx

Thank you for your support!

 

 

Marcon & the Outpost
What a brilliant idea to make your sales centre space into a beautiful coffee shop and gathering place for our community.  Well done Marcon!!!.
Thank you to Mike Clay for suggesting that we have our Rotary meeting at the Outpost.  It is bright, clean and the pastries went over very well.
Mandy & Jory were our guest speakers and I think we all have learned a lot about Real Estate and the market today.
 
Marcon builds an excellent home with attention to detail.  They will celebrate their 40th Anniversary this year and are the 2nd largest builder in BC.
President Rick went to the 'Presidents meeting' and it is 'Our' year to host the Christmas Breakfast meeting.  Put your thinking hats on as to what we can do for this event.
 
August 18th, is Car Free Day and Peter M is looking for volunteers.  We need set up and take down volunteers,  Cashiers and people to ID check and put on wrist bands, pour & serve beer.  11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Our area will be called the Rotary Family Patio.  Cider, wine and beer will be sold.  It is always a fun day.
August 15th - Innervisions BBQ.  Thank you to:  Ian, Glen & Darrell for the BBQ's. Alan will do the shopping and Danne, Frank, Alan & Bill will be there to host the men for the BBQ and if anyone else would like to go please do.  The men love this and this is a thank you for all the work these guys do for us.  I will give you the address on Wednesday.
 
Locker clean up -
Well that was quite a day. We started at noon and finished at 4. We took everything out of the locker, I mean everything and started over. 

Thank you to Joan for her blower and her encouragement every step of the way. As a new Rotarian she was amazed at all the ‘stuff’ we have. Also she organized all the drawers that we have and we have more pens and pencils and  markers and notepads that we will ever need

Ian and Alan were there for the phone calls ‘should we keep this?’

Peter moved more boxes and was on the ladder all day long. Bill carried boxes back and forth but we found all the Green team stuff and has a great suggestion that all the shirts for the green team be the same color each year with just the year change. 

Glen came to pick up the inflatable Rotary Wheel and stayed for awhile helping move stuff back into locker
 
President Rick came to take away the trash but really we didn’t have much to take away. 

We have water & glasses for Car Free day and paper plates and napkins for Innervisions BBQ but other than that we are stuck with stuff. We did not do the signs which will be a whole other project but needs to be done. We have lumber that we will probably never use. 
And not to mention those 2 huge white boards that take up so much room.

Well it is tidy and we know where every thing is but you still can’t walk into the locker. Do we need a bigger one?  Good question ?

Thank you all for all your hard work  
It was hard work but we did it and had lots of laughs.

 
September 26th - Rotary Club of Port Moody's 25th Tacky Tourist Party at the Legion.  Get your tickets here..
Easy to do, just scan and complete.  Prizes for the best dressed couple, & male & female.  We will have a great time and it will be so good to see some of our past members. 
This is the link for the City of Port Moody's Environmental Award.  
 
Let's get Bill Lawrie some recognition for all the amazing work that he does for the environment by each of us putting in a nomination for him.
 
He is an inspiration!
 
Cleone 
 
Attached are the other Civic awards that Port Moody offers. You may have someone in mind for one of the other awards.
 
 
Nominations are now open for the 2024 Civic Awards – nominate a deserving candidate today

PORT MOODY – Help us recognize people, organizations, and businesses that give their time and energy to make Port Moody a better place – nominate a deserving candidate today for a 2024 Civic Award. Visit https://forms.portmoody.ca/Civic-Awards/Civic-Awards-2024-Environmental-Award for nomination criteria and online nomination forms. Paper application forms are available at City Hall (100 Newport Drive) and the Recreation Complex (300 Ioco Road).
 
“The Civic Awards program is an opportunity for the City to recognize and thank the people in our community who create positive change and contribute in ways that improve the lives of others and the city as a whole,” says Mayor Meghan Lahti. “If you know someone who is making a difference, I encourage you to nominate that person for a Civic Award today.”
 
Nominations will be accepted until Friday, September 20, 2024 in these six categories:
  • Peter Hulbert Accessibility Award honours an individual or group that has contributed to the removal of barriers for individuals with accessibility needs or the promotion of inclusivity – i.e. welcoming all people to participate in all aspects of community life – in Port Moody;
  • Arts Award celebrates an individual, organization, or business that significantly contributes to, and participates in, the artistic and/or cultural life of Port Moody;
  • Climate Action Award recognizes individuals, community groups, schools, organizations, and businesses who advance the goals and objectives of the City’s Climate Action Plan;
  • Environmental Award recognizes outstanding accomplishments and contributions that advance environmental preservation, increase awareness, and support climate change action;
  • Heritage Award honours an individual, organization, or business that advances heritage conservation in Port Moody through special initiatives or projects that preserve, rehabilitate, restore, or create awareness of a cultural resource; and
  • Sports Award (Adult) recognizes exceptional contributions that have furthered the growth, reputation, and/or character of sport through sport administration, coaching, officiating, and participation – please note the City will seek nominations for the Sports Award (Youth) between January and April 2025.
 
The Civic Awards are presented every two years to deserving people, organizations, and businesses that have made significant contributions to the community. Civic committees review nominations and forward recommendations to Council for consideration and final decision. The winners of the 2024 Civic Awards will be announced in January 2025.
Speaking of Bill I never did write down the number of Steps Bill had for RIBFEST 2024.  Peter Muir had the closest guess to his number of steps.
Drum Roll .......208,549 Steps over the 5 days.  Crazy, Bill, that's crazy !!!!
 
Thank you to the 'guys' [Darrell, Peter, Neil, Frank, Mike, Bill & Rick, Alan] who Cleaned up Heritage Mtn. Blvd. on Saturday.  Apparently 'Frank' saw them cleaning up last time and wanted to join in the fun.  Thank you Frank for helping clean our community clean along with Rotarians from the Rotary Club of Port Moody.  Well done !!!!
 

 
Back at it !!!
Please remember that our regular Wednesday morning meeting this week will be held at :
 
The Outpost  (aka timber train coffee roasters, Marcon sales centre)
3001 St John Street
 
(@ Williams, across Williams from the 7-11)
 
 
 
Well it didn't take long and we are back at it!!!!
 
Lots of events happening.
 
Get your tickets for the Rotary Club of Port Moody's 25th Tacky Tourist party
September 26th, 2026
Port Moody Legion
$35.00 - Burger and a Beverage
6:00 PM
 
Get your tickets here:  
 
 
 
August 1st - was Thirsty Thursday...
 
August 8th - Noon onward - Clean up our Lock-up-  Please let Linda know if you will come to help
August 10th - Clean up Heritage Mtn. Blvd.  9:00 AM sharp at Gallaghers
 
August 13th - 6:00 PM RIBFEST meeting for the chairs.  Balzer's home
August 15th - BBQ for Innervisions guys at Prairie house - Alan is happy to do the shopping.  Who else would like to cook & serve, Bill are you available to help keep everything clean?
 
Please let me know if you will attend and who has a portable BBQ we can use please.  Maybe 2 ;o)
 
August 17th, 2024 - Car Free Day.  Volunteers needed to help in the bar.  Please contact Peter Muir if you can set-up, take down- be a cashier or pour the beer.
 
August 24th, 2024 - Hands across the Border -4:00 pm. 
$25.00
Peace Arch Park.
Please register
 
 
It's a tough job being President, and our President only had 2 hours of sleep and took advantage of that !!!!  Sorry President Rick, I 'had' to do it !!!
 
 
Guests this past week were:
 
Navid -Nice to see Navid again and he talked about RIBFEST and how much he and the staff from the Day care he has enjoyed being there. Thank you for your sponsorship Navid.
 
Clayton & Mike
Andy did an update on the Island House - South African project.
This project for a home for very severely handicapped young people has been in the works for some time.  It has now been approved and going forward with the thanks of many clubs and Andy personally.  The residents are between the ages of 3 and 30 and there is no government funding.  All the money used for equipment and staff is donated.  The project is now:  $47,175.00  Well done Andy. 
 
Cleone - Talked about the fires in Jasper and the Power of Rotary.  Cleone has many friends who have lost their homes, burnt to the ground and with all this damage, no lives were lost.  Cleone has a very long history in Jasper and this hit home very hard.  Rotary has a disaster relief fund that the Rotary Club in Jasper will be applying for.  
 
 
RESTING 
It's all about RIBFEST 2024.
Great meeting with lots of stories and fun.
Thank you again to Ian and Allison for a well run Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST 2024 and for great communication.  Everyone agreed that the 'set-up' this year was the BEST ever.  The park looked fantastic.
 
The chairs were as follows and THANK YOU:
 
Social Media - Glen - An outstanding job on 'getting to word out'.  Great videos, photos and promos.
Parking - Clayton - Now that's a job that is hard to find volunteers for, but he did and he ran the Volunteer Parking as well the the park 'parking' and the Bike Valet.  350 bikes were parked there over the weekend and 2 dogs that a volunteer was happy to look after.
 
Logistics - Alan - So many details and all were covered very well.  Alan was 'very' happy with the golf cart.
IT - Ramin - Always a smile on his face and always willing to help and the IT went on without a hitch.
Volunteers - Peter - we always wonder if we will have enough volunteers and Peter seemed to find them everywhere.   Peter delivered food, made signs, helped with anything he could, and again, always with a smile.  A job very well done.
 
Recycling - Bill - our Green Machine & Rhonda his famous side-kick
 
Open Road Lounge - Monica, Susan & Alison - Oh my gosh it looked beautiful & very inviting....The set up was very pretty and like someone said, looks like a wedding could be there.
 
 
50/50 -Frank - Frank took care to the 50/50 license and with the help of Malcolm Kennedy, they had all the shifts covered.  Looks like a record amount again this year.  Well done.
 
Bar - Ian - Although Ian was a chair of RIBFEST 2024 - he ran the bar & the cashiers/ID checkers
Thanks to Al for bringing in his 'crew' of friends to help with the bar.  
 
Music - George - Well I think 'everyone' enjoyed the music once again this year.  George makes this job seem so easy !!!!  I believe that the bands/music we have at our Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST is what sets us apart from all the other RIBFEST's. 
Family Zone - Cleone -Cleone was set up before everyone and took down before everyone.  Even with her swollen ankle she was shuttling her sponsors from the Volunteer parking to the park and back.  What a gal!!!! she is really the energizer bunny.
 
Judging & Ambassador - Mike.  Mike said he spoke to 44,655 people over the weekend, asking them where they were from and why they liked the ribs they tasted.  'That is community' !!!  Having someone talking to people and just again thanking them for coming to this Community event is huge. !!!
The judging went well and Mike MC'd it perfectly.
Corn Hut - Coreen  [ Passport Club ]- I'm sure she is shucking corn in her sleep still. & PP Trudy
 
Pop Tent - Coquitlam tent - there was a line up there everyday
Our C & D run girl. Trish -  She and 'not Trish' Joan, are always amazing and always a job well done.
Gayle - Yes, Gayle was back at it, walking back and forth  to the 'pigs'......She also never stops and is always smiling.
 
Linda - I can tell you I had the 'BEST' team of Ambassadors and Counters EVER !!!  They smiled and welcomed every person who came into the park.  Thank you, Thank you, Thank you. !!!!! 
 
We live in a wonderful community with amazing people who will volunteer their time to help make our Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST the BEST ever.
 
We are so GRATEFUL !!!!!
 
We had 3 guests at our meeting:
George Balzer - 'The Mayor of Music' - He makes it look so easy !!!
 
Lorraine Wilson along with Vida.  Lorraine helps with Days for Girls and helped with the Valentine making again this year.  She and Vida volunteered in the 'Family zone' where the children painted their parents and themselves with stickers etc.
Clayton Anderson - Although Clayton is not a member of our Rotary Club he is certainly a huge FRIEND of Rotary.  Clayton is our 'Parking guru'.
Mike presented Ian and Alison RIBFEST cutting boards for a very well run and organized
Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST 2024.
And here is our Rotary Club of Port Moody !!!! Well some of us....the rest are catching up on work after 5 days of RIBFEST.  
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
We did it !!!!!
We did it !!!!!
From our RIBFEST 2024 chairs - Ian MacPhail & Alison Young
Ian wrote:
Thé sun sets on another RIBFEST…our 8th and  perhaps best to date….CONGRATULATIONS to all on an exceptional effort.! 501 volunteers with many doing more than 1 shift and of those a very high percentage working much longer than they had signed up for!…a tribute to the value, fun and satisfaction that comes from hard work.
 
No one can whistle a symphony. It takes a whole orchestra to play it » (H.E Luccock)
 
And that’s what we had. It is truly a tribute to our club, our chairs and all those who put in the immense time and effort to make the Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST such a success. When it all comes down to it,!the willingness of our members to pull together to help one another is exactly what the spirit of Rotary is all about. Very well done one and All!! Congratulations on hosting an exemplary community event!
 
 
Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST 2024 is over and it was a success. !!!!
 
So many happy faces throughout the park, eating ribs, drinking beer, playing in the family zone, being spoiled in the VIP/Open Road Lounge and of course listening to fantastic music all 3 days.
So many photos, so much fun.
 
Huge thank you to everyone who helped out.  I know of 2 people for sure who became 'real Rotarians' last weekend and that is Haleh Fazel & Mike Wiens [Jesica too].  Oh my goodness for 2 brand new Rotarians they were both outstanding. !!!! I'm sure others will be able to tell you the same type of stories and I am sure we will hear more of that on Wednesday.
 
Check out the photos in our photo album:  2024 RIBFEST
 
 
 
 
 
 
AG Glen & Marcia
PLEASE WEAR YOUR RIBFEST/Rotary BLUE or Volunteer shirt to tomorrow's meeting for a photo OP......
Thank you.....
 
 
A trip of a lifetime - around the world in 30 days AND it included Singapore International Rotary Conference.
 
Thank you for sharing your adventures.
 
Charter member and PP Alan presented Charter member and PP Gary his PH + 7.......Gary Wiggins has been a tremendous Rotarian over the years and we are grateful to have him in our Rotary Club of Port Moody.
Gary has served in many capacities in Rotary.  He is Past President of our Rotary Club, he was in the Coquitlam Rotary Club, he served as a leader in  District 5050.  AND when he leads us in O'Canada, you would think our Rotary Club was 'on stage' at the Canucks game.  We love you Gary.  
 
President Rick and AG Glen went to the Induction of District Governor Dave Duskin.  They had a wonderful time and would like to see our Rotary Club mentioned at these awards nights.
 
Bill Lawrie is our GREEN MACHINE and Cleone will be sending out an address for you to write a letter of confirmation that Bill receive the 'Environmental Award' for the City of Port Moody.
 
 
 
 
Down to the wire
This weekend is the BIG EVENT !!!!
 
We need your help !!!!  Thank to everyone who has already volunteered and to those who have not, we have lots of spots left.  Please check out the website or talk to Ian about being a cashier.  Fun job as you get to meet everyone who comes to the bar area
 
4 Guests this week.
 

Gayle made the presentation of a Community Grant check to 'Nothin Dragons Paddling Society' , Dale Bryant.  It will be used for the Rescue Boat, & used for Youth and education.
 

Book club met on Thursday to discuss book” the Greatest beer run ever '  at Ian’s and Trish’s home.

Vida Pederson & George Broderick went to Camp Jubilee and were very impressed with the 30 students we sent this year.



Speaker this morning was Kristina Lebed, Executive Director, Fraser Region of BC Cancer.

She also Volunteers for the Ukraine Society.
She looks after the Provincial Cancer Control Program.
There are 6 centres in B.C. , one in Surrey, there is over $500,000 needed. The government needs to stand up to this requirement.
They are currently building a new one in Burnaby and Cloverdale.
Surrey is a very busy centre, and the standard of care is very high.
Chemo-therapy is saving lives There is a cure rate of 85%.
At this point she is asking for two new vein finders. The purpose of these is critical.
Each piece of equipment costs  $20,000. 
Steve Witiuk is working on a campaign to aquire this.

 
Nice to see Gail Kaufmann back as well.  Soon to be a member !!!! 
 
 
Joan is back after her surgery and looking fantastic .
 
Speedy recovery to Steve's wife Lauralea.  Big hugs....Just cause I know you love them ;o)
 
We did a filming presentation to give testimony of our members why they belong to Rotary.  This will be shown at RIBFEST on the 'big screen'.  You are all going to be 'more' famous!!!!!
 
President Rick's first meeting
Guest:  We were happy to see Gail Kaufmann at our meeting again this week.
 
Our new President Rick is always full of surprises and fun gifts for members of our Rotary Club and his first meeting was an example of this.  
Membership Mike is organizing the 'Judging' at RIBFEST again this year and President Rick felt he might need a little help with BBQ.
 
BUT President Rick didn't stop there, he asked Alan who is in charge of logistics and the 'port-a-potties' at RIBFEST to please come up.  Nothing more needed to be said ;o)
 
Look RIBFEST shirts got to Belize
 
 
 
Al, Glen & Cleone did a wonderful presentation on the BELIZE project.  We have done 2 Global Grants with Belize and have sent several containers that have changed that country in ways we might never expected.  Brian W also had an amazing experience on the Belize travel trip.  They had 11 people go down to start off the Basic Education and Literacyl portion of this project and although they prepared and worked hard, they all agreed it was fun and they would do it again.  
 
 
This motorized wheel chair we sent in the last container from Rotary World Help, will change this young man's life.
Another RI Global Grant that we are doing is with Equador.  PP Ian is just back from Equador and this photo is the signing of the agreement with the Consejo de Salud.
 
All Smiles in Rotary BLUE ........
 
 
 
Our Rotary Club of Port Moody is celebrating 25 years of service to our Community and beyond and we would like YOU to attend.
 
Date:  Thursday September 26th, 2024
Place:  Port Moody Legion - 2529 Clarke Street, Port Moody
Theme:  Tacky Tourist
Cost:  $35.00 for Burger and a Beverage 
Time:  5:00 PM till ?
Tickets will be available on line 'soon'
Come help us celebrate.  Prizes for best dressed couple, best dressed female and best dressed male.  Will be so much fun to get together with everyone.  Tacky Tourist was the Theme for our very first Installation night and the fun has carried on.
 
Please let me know if you will be attending and I will make sure you get the website for the tickets.  Thanks   Linda  & Gayle ;o)
 
Summer Sunday's with the Rotary gang, super 50/50 salesmen Frank & Al, Al up on the stage telling everyone about RIBFEST 50/50 and our Sponsorship banner for Summer Sunday's.
 
 
This coming Sunday is the R&B Allstars and a Sunday not to be missed.
So great to get to have the Legendary R&B Allstars perform the "Last Dance" at Summer Sundays Concerts this Sunday, July 14th at 2:00 pm considering that this will be one of the last chances to see this great band after 45 years of memorable music. The band has been a home for many of Vancouver’s premiere musicians having gained popularity at venues like The Town Pump, The Commodore, Richards on Richards, Buffalo Bills and 86th Street.
 
 
Thank you President Susan
 
We wish to thank President Susan for leading our club for an amazing year.  During the year 2023-2024 we have installed 10 new members which is a record for our Rotary Club of Port Moody.  Susan had a very caring and loving style this past year and her warmth showed with our club spirit.  
 

Meeting of June 26 -

Guests: Clayton Anderson and

Gail Kaufmann from Volunteers Cancer Drivers Society received a Grant from our Rotary Club of Port Moody.  We are grateful for all that these drivers do for the patients going for treatment.

The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society is a not-for-profit organization providing complimentary transportation for Greater Vancouver and Fraser Valley residents battling cancer.

When you are in need of transportation to care we are here to support you with safe, timely and efficient service. We are a registered charity and work to raise the funds necessary to meet expenses associated with meeting cancer patient needs.

Our team of volunteer drivers and dispatchers offers peace of mind for patients who may not have the means to drive to and from essential cancer treatments and cancer related medical appointments. The physical, emotional and financial burden is lifted knowing our friendly volunteers are only a call away.

Tuesday, Jun.25th –  at City of Port Moody council meeting  - Ian

We had 7 members go to the council meeting to hear the information on the Inlet Park Fieldhouse.

RIBFEST Update - Ian.  First of all, Ian's hand is on his chest for a prayer for the Edmonton Oilers.  They almost did it !!!!

 We are on the countdown now.  Please ask everyone you know if they would please volunteer at RIBFEST.  We really need people in the parking area, we need cashiers and of course we need volunteers that will help the 'green team'.

Coast Salish House Post Blessing Ceremony & Feast, National Indigenous Day at Rocky Point Park

Thank you to Bill & his team for keeping this area clean 

July 10th - Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation golf tournament.  If you can help, please contact them.

 

Red Deer Rotary Club  – the 100th celebration of the Red Deer Rotary Club – Mike Wiens

It was wonderful to hear one of our newest members, Mike, talk about the experience he had in Red Deer, Alberta, for the 100 Anniversary of the Rotary Club of Red Deer.  We could hear the pride in his voice.  

Rotary Club of Port Moody - Meeting of the Members, Election of Directors:

President: Rick Fisher

Secretary: Neil Nyberg

Treasurer: Peter Muir

Past President: Susan Bell

Directors at Large: George Broderick, Mike Clay, Allan Stjernegaard, Cleone Todgham, and Alison Young

Rotary Club of Port Moody Foundation - Meeting of the Members, Election of Directors

President: Michael Poznanski

Vice President: Alison Young

Secretary: Neil Nyberg

Treasurer: Peter Muir

Directors at Large: Rick Fisher and Ian MacPhail

 

And a big farewell from Susan:  Susan says:  What a great year I have had, I am leaving with lots of lovely memories from my presidency of this year.  All the best to Rick in his upcoming year.

Upcoming year 2024-25:  President Elect Alison, PP Susan, & President Rick
 
 
 
The Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise had their Installation night at the Vancouver Golf Club.  Thank you to PAG Al and AG Glen for attending.  AG Glen inducted their new Board for 2024-25.
We wish Ron Postma a wonderful year as President,  and thanks to Malcom Kennedy a great 2023-24 year as President and for all he does for Rotary.
 

 

I am sorry to report that Leo Nimsick, former District Governor and long-time Rotarian, passed away on June 29, 2024 after a long illness.

Leo had a lengthy career as a lawyer and judge, and was well-respected by other lawyers and judges throughout his career.  However, Leo’s passion was Rotary.  He was a consummate Rotarian, with decades of perfect attendance and total commitment to the organization. In addition to being a member of several clubs, including the Rotary Club of Port Moody, he also served a term as District Governor of District 5040, was active in RYLA, and attended many international conferences.

Leo leaves behind his wife Diana Cabott and his son John. He will be missed.   

He was a good man !!!
 
Summer Sunday's starts this Sunday at Rocky Point Park.  2-4 pm FREE
 

We are excited to open our 16th season with a band that we’ve been looking forward to finally have back on our stage .

“Dynamic, Energetic, & Passionate!”…just a few words to describe their collective personality.  With The RAIN CITY 6 BAND, it’s not just a band. You’re getting an unforgettable experience! The fact of the matter is, they love playing music that moves you inside and out.

Installation night 2024
The Rotary Club of Port Moody's Installation night 2024 -
Held at Saint Street Grill on June 20th, 2024.
44 members and guests
Immediate PP Paul, President Susan and President Elect Rick
 
 
What a night !!!
 
So many people to thank that made our Rotary Club of Port Moody's Installation 2024 memorable.
First of all Thank you to our MC Darrell and his lovely wife Krista 'on their Anniversary' for starting off the night with the 'Magic Show' and Darrell for keeping everything flowing so nicely throughout the night.
 
Darrell mentioned that we have 4 Charter members still very active in our Rotary Club.
Alan Schmelzel, Gary Wiggins, Gayle Carter & Linda Balzer
 
Thanks to Gary for leading us in O'Canada and for an inspirational invocation.
 
It was so nice that the incoming Presidents from all 3 of the Tri-City Clubs came and that incoming DGN Isabelle was there to enjoy our night and help PAG Al with the pins for the Installation.
 
Thank you to PP Paul for his 'always well spoken' thank you to President Susan and Treasurer Jim for an amazing year and the presentation of gifts to them.
 
President Susan gave a great speech about her year and how grateful she was to lead our Rotary Club. Susan thanked her Board and gave a special thank you to Ian MacPhail, Gayle Carter and myself as we are going off the Board for this year.   Well done Susan.
PAG Al did an outstanding job with the Installation of President Elect Rick and his new board.
 
Susan gave the gavel to Rick & he in turn presented her Past President's Pin
 
Rick then gave his speech about his vision for this coming Rotary year.  We are looking forward to working along side of Rick this year.
Now PP Susan presented her Paul Harris to a very deserving Vida Peterson for all the work Vida has done over the the years with 'Days for Girls'.  Everyone was thrilled that Vida received this award.  
 
Special thanks to Ramin for setting up the sound system and for Dave for helping.  [and to Brian D for lending us the system]
 
And what did you think of our photographer?  Thank you so much Clayton for your very creative photography with props and all.  We will make sure everyone will get their photos.
 
The night would not be the same without Jay & Chef Yuraj from Saint Street Grill & staff.  The food was great and the service always amazing.  The saying is 'we will be back'.  
 
Thank you to Gayle & Trish for shopping & organizing a great night.
 
On to a great new Rotary year with President Rick at the helm & his new Board.  Every Rotarian can make a difference !!!
 
Thanks everyone who attended and those that couldn't you were missed.  xoxoxoxo
 
Hugs to all
Linda xoxo
 
Please check out our photo album 2024 Installation night.  Thank you again Clayton.
 
COUNT DOWN IS ON
 
  24 DAYS FROM 6/26/24
 
The count down is on and WOW it looks like we are almost READY.  Well done Ian & Alison and all the team members.
We do need Volunteers so please put the word out to everyone you know.  We can NOT put on this huge Community event without our Volunteers.  www.portmoodyribfest.ca
If you need anything for RIBFEST, PLEASE contact Ian or Alison and let them know soonest.  We do not want to be scrambling on the Thursday for setup. AND we need 'all hands on deck' on Monday July 21st., for take down.  This is a huge job and we need lots of help.
 
 
We have been working with 'Honey Mustard Media' to spread the word about our Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST and we also need 'YOUR' Help.  When you are on social media, and you see anything about our RIBFEST, please share it with your friends.  It really helps to get the word out.  Also it will help raise the jackpot for our 50/50 sales.
 
 
 
 
Guest this week:  Alex Lee.  Welcome back Alex.
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
 
Happy Birthday to Steve's amazing & strong wife Lauralea and to Alan's always amazing Nadine.
 
Community Grants were approved at the last Board meeting of the year and we approved the following/
1.  Nothing Dragon Program for students
2.  Tri-City Transitions Society
3.  Sasamat Camp Outdoor Centre- Tree planting
4.  College Park Celebration
5.  Volunteer Cancer Drivers
6.  Thanksgiving Dinner for St. Joseph's church 
 
It's that time of year again and your DUES ARE DUE !!!
We have an option this year to pay 1/2 the year dues now and December 31st, pay the last half.  Please pay when you receive your bill.  Please check your junk mail as that is where My bill went.  You can pay via e-transfer to:  treasurer@portmoodyrotary.ca or via cheque or VISA.  
 
 
 
New member & RIBFEST shirts 

Meeting –  Guests:

Mark Brkich from Sport X Company with Bill Lawrie

Haleh Fazel our brand new member, and

Alex Lee, from Inlet Integrated Health Centre with President Susan

Induction – Haleh Fazel 

WOW, Our 10TH INDUCTION THIS ROTARY YEAR!!  A BIG THANK You To Each Member Of Our Club for your Warmth, Kindness & Welcoming Spirit from President Susan.  What an Incredible and Amazing Club! WE ROCK!!

Always a good day at Rotary when we can induct a new member to our Rotary Club of Port Moody.

We welcome Haleh Fazel.  Oh my goodness this lady has so many talents and we all look forward to working with her.  WELCOME to our Rotary Club Haleh.

Strawberry Sales happened on a very rainy day.  Well done everyone.

 

Sunday, 2024 Community Connections & Volunteer Fair - Alison 

Alison thinks we got a few volunteers from this Volunteer Fair for our Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST

Book & Wine Book Club - 2nd Thursday of each month – They were on Well Patio in the sunshine and 'look' there is even a 'book' 

Date: June 20th-  Installation Night

The night when we thank President Susan for a wonderful year, and welcome President Elect Rick as our new President.

Where: Saint Street Grill.

2514 - St. Johns Street 

Time:  5:30 pm

Dress:  Black & White Business Casual 

Cost:  $70.00 / person

Pie Day –  once a month on a Friday, Thrifty’s donate pies for our Rotary club to give out to the seniors at Eagle Ridge Manor.  Danne Dunlop has been doing this for the few years and if anyone wants to step up and help Danne, please let him know. Remember this is not Danne's pie day it is our 'clubs' pie day.

Also a big thank you to Past President Paul for sponsoring the 10 weeks of entertainment for the pie days. 

 

Coast Salish House Post Blessing Ceremony & Feast, National Indigenous Day at Rocky Point Park, Saturday, June 22 - 5:00 to 9:00 pm – Bill is looking for volunteers to assist with recycling detail

 

July 10th - Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation is looking for volunteers. https://erhf.ca/events/volunteer/

Our Guest Speaker this week was Mark Brkich from Sport X Company

Mark's bio:

My Christian faith has been a strong influence in my life. I have 2 children, Scott and Kyjsa. Scott official becomes a lawyer next Wednesday and I am looking forward to the ceremony. Kyjsa since leaving the University of Calgary where she played for the woman's volleyball team has been director of a program call the Nunavik Volleyball. She is the nicest person I have had the privilege of meeting.

I was born in Kamloops in a family that was heavily involved in the fruit industry, a relationship that lasted 50 years until the last was sold off in 1984. 

We moved to Alberta in the mid 70's, where I called Drumheller home.

I attended the University of Alberta and then worked in the oil industry for 15 years. 

As for technology, I developed (the first of it's kind),  online livestock auction in Canada. I called it DLMS (Direct Livestock Marketing System)  I also started a company called Foothills Technology and Printing, where I gained my experience in the apparel industry.

I have been active from everything from coaching many sports at all levels of ability, worked tirelessly at fundraising and always found my faith a guiding force in my life

I believe Sport X was created for the purpose of helping others, giving back for the many blessing the Lord has given me throughout my life.

Mark is designing and selling RIBFEST t-shirts at our Port Moody Rotary RIBFEST this year. Soon we will have them 'on line' for anyone to purchase.  Thank you for this opportunity Mark.

 

Rotary helping the Art Shuffle

At the Legion with the Art Shuffle 
 
The Rotary Club of Port Moody loaned one of our square device to the Blue Mountain Quilting Guild so they can accept Cards. This at no cost to us.  Rotary helping the Community.  Well done Peter M.
 
Did you know that bagged empties can be returned to Return-It and credited to the Rotary Club of Port Moody.
It's easy. Bring your empties in a clear/blue bag. Enter the 1231234567 code into the printer console and place the printed label on your bag before tossing it into the provided bin. No sorting. Remember those milk containers! It's that simple.
Your donation will support programs of the Rotary Club of Port Moody.
Thank you
AND when you purchase your beverages from the Port Moody Liquor Store, on St. Johns Street, and tell them it is for Port Moody Rotary [please make sure you tell them as they often make a mistake] we will get 5% of the purchase......again going to our Rotary Club.
DGN Isabella Martinez Hayer
 
 
 
43 days till RIBFEST
As of June 5th, there are only 43 days left till RIBFEST...... please go to your Social Media and share our RIBFEST page to your Facebook and Instagram friends.  This will help spread the word.
 
Almost a member:  Haleh Fezel
Membership Chair Mike, Al and Linda met with Haleh and what a passion this amazing woman has to help others.  
Guests:  DGN Isabelle Hayer Martinez  with Gayle & Linda
 
 
 
Next up.....Installation night June 20th, 2024 at Saint Street Grill, 5:30pm
 

 

Thirsty Thursday – is always the 1st Thursday of the month at Port Moody Legion to  enjoy food. fellowship & beverages.  Come and enjoy with your fellow Rotarians.  Thank you to Gary for the reminders.

June 8 – Everyone met at Gallaghers Café in Newport for Heritage Mountain cleanup –at 8:45 am

We clean up Heritage Mtn. Blvd. every 2nd Saturday of the month.  Come on out....It really is a fun time and you once again get a chance to 'chat' with a fellow Rotarian. 

Strawberry Sales – getting closer to pick up day of June 15th from Abbotsford.  

RIBFEST Social Media Update - Please 'share' any RIBFEST post you see on Facebook or Instagram.  

 

Pie Day at Eagle Ridge Seniors Home – Danne Dunlop

Thirftys donate pies each month for our Rotary Club  to give out to the Seniors at Eagle Ridge Manor.  Danne has taken this project on, but we would be grateful if you would like to help.  Last week their was a 'Trio singing' at the Manor that was sponsored by PP Paul.  He has sponsored 10 weeks of entertainment for the Manor on 'Pie Days'.  Last week this trio sang songs from the 20's ad 30's and the residents were so happy.  Get ahold of Danne at: dannedunlop@hotmail.com if you would like to help.

Save The Date – June 20th Installation!  We have a great turnout from our Rotary Club for our Installation night. We will be happy to hear from President Susan and her thoughts about her year, and from President Elect Rick's vision for 2024-25 year.

Coast Salish House Post Blessing Ceremony & Feast, National Indigenous Day at Rocky Point Park, Saturday, June 22 - 5:00 to 9:00 pm – Bill is looking for volunteers to assist with recycling detail.

July 10th - Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation is looking for volunteers.   Please let Mike Clay’s know if you would like to Volunteer and he will show you where to sign up

Guest Speaker: Isabelle Hayer Martinez, Past President Rotary Club of Surrey, Assistant Governor, Rotary District 5050, Area E, District Governor Nominee, and Mortgage Broker.


Isabelle was born in Vancouver, BC and raised on the Sunshine Coast of BC. She holds a Master’s of Leadership degree through Royal Roads University. In 1988 she joined Rotary International and was among the first women to be inducted into the Canadian arm of the organization in 1989. She currently serves as an Assistant Governor for Area E Rotary District 5050 and is an active member of the Rotary Club of Surrey. Guided by the principles of honesty, integrity, goodwill, understanding, and service to others she continues her passion of service to the community by embracing active participation in Rotary and other organizations, such as the BC Cultural Diversity Association.

This morning Isabelle shared with us her story of her Spanish roots and of her grandmother fleeing with her 11 children, from Spain across the Pyrenees Mountains to France, to escape the Spanish Civil War.  She also spoke of her parents and their immigration to Canada working at the Residential Schools on the Sunshine Coast, witnessing the heart- breaking suffering and abuse of the aboriginal children. Because of the trauma her grandparents, parents, and she has suffered, Isabelle is a fierce advocate of humanitarian projects and derives excellent satisfaction modeling the way and inspiring others in the community to join forces to improve the lives of those in need.


Isabelle also supports the local and international community through meaningful volunteer projects, including sustainable housing initiatives that help promote individual, family, and community resiliency. She believes that building resiliency is best achieved through addressing vital issues such as housing insecurity, food insecurity, and access to engaging learning opportunities that embrace diversity, equity, inclusion, and peace.


Isabelle believes that the work possible through the vast Rotary network is vital to deliver meaningful impact to the lives of those in need while building resiliency and learning opportunities for those volunteering in their communities. Isabelle invites you to join a Rotary club and become a valued change maker in your local and international community.  

If you have any special interests and would like to get together with other like minded Rotarians join a Fellowship.

Go to :

Visit : www.rotary.org/fellowships to see a full list
of current Fellowships and build your community.

 

President Elect Rick, Neil, Mayor Meghan and Mike were at the opening of Inlet Park.

 

 
Missed a few things
Last week I missed a couple of things and I can't believe one of them was our Dan's Birthday.  We hope you had a great birthday week Dan and we wish you Health & Love.
 
AND  President Elect Rick gave out gifts again.  Oh my goodness the things he finds.
Cleone was going off the 'board' so Rick gave her a couple of Nature books for all the work she has done, but now she is back 'on the Board', for which we are very grateful.  She and Brian will tag team on Environmental Service.
 
Gayle and I are helping Trish organize Installation night, so President Elect Rick thought we should know how to do 'napkin folding'.
 
Alan K thanked everyone for a job 'well done' for Search for the Perfect Pint AND he has said he will be the 'lead' again next year.  Please let Alan know where you will help him.  THANK YOU Alan and your crew that comes out to help make this event very successful.
 
 
Climate Action Group from Chilliwack
Guests:   Clayton - no photo but great supporter of Rotary
 
Cleone with guest and 'almost member' Haleh Fazel 
Guest Speaker - Robyn Curtis - Chilliwack Climate Action Group and member of the Chilliwack Rotary Club.
 
Bill
 
Shred-a-Thon- June 1st., 2024
 
 
Vida will be sending out all information about this conference.  Please let her know if you will be attending.
 
2025 Rotary International Conference is in Calgary.  Sign up soon to get a discount.  Looks like many from our Rotary Club of Port Moody will be there.
Westhill Trail Park benches
more photos in the May photo album.  Thank you Brian for the photos
 
Thanks to Brian W for organizing the Westhill Trail benches project.  Once again, Innervisions was there to help as well as students from Heritage Woods. 
Thanks to Steve for his truck to pick up all the equipment.
 

Speaker – Robyn Curtis, Chilliwack Climate Action:

President Susan was very pleased to introduce Robyn Curtis from the Rotary Club of Chilliwack, Chair of the Climate Action Group.  I met Robyn at the Rotary District conference last month and her passion and  energy for this important cause is so very inspiring and very hopeful.

In 2021, because of an overwhelming response from Rotarians worldwide, the 7th area of focus of Rotary International, “Environment & Climate Change”, was created.  

The Rotary Climate Action Group currently has 69 members, 20 Rotary members and 49 community members focusing on climate mitigation.  This committee includes a panel of scientists, teachers, technical experts, marketing experts, consultants, and communication specialists. Together they provide education and awareness. Robyn also discussed how taking on this important issue has become a powerful recruitment tool for their club, attracting younger, passionate, and enthusiastic individuals to our Rotary clubs. 

Over the past couple years, Robyn has been giving presentations about the CCAG (Chilliwack Climate Action Group) to Rotary clubs and other interested groups.  This morning Robyn spoke on how the group was formed, some of the programs that have been created, such as the Rotary Climate Fair (Trade Show - Chilliwack Rotary Climate Fair), and what the group plans on next. 

Robyn Curtis has a degree in Biology from UVic and a Commercial Pilots License. She has worked in the aviation industry for the past twenty-three years, in various roles, and now works as a consultant, primarily for airports.

She has been a member of the Rotary Club of Chilliwack since 2018 and has thoroughly enjoyed herself. She is now a Director and Chair of the Climate Change Action Group, which has pretty much become a full-time job.become a full-time job.

Robyn says that her “Why?” for all of her hard work in climate mitigation is her beautiful son Lucca.

Thanks to President Susan for the notes and to Yvonne for the photos

Two great events
Our Rotary Club ROCKS !!!
 
One of the great events that happened this past week is that the WESTHILL trail project is almost done.  Brian & Cleone lead a group of Students from Heritage Woods Senior Secondary School and the help of 2 men from Innervisions put concert pads down for the benches that will be put in.
This is the letter Brian wrote which will make your heart very happy.
 
The students from Heritage Woods Secondary had so much fun – even the girls got into it big time!
 
They all worked hard, carried tools, fetched water, dug holes, chopped back shrubs……..AND mixed cement in wheelbarrows!
 
All under the expert tuition of both Kieran and Jeff from Innervisions.  They were amazing instructors – and were so thrilled they could help.  Both had concrete pouring and finishing experience!
 
At the end (today), we all sat around in a group, with Cleone, George Broderick and myself telling them about Rotary.
 
And the piece de resistance, was Kieran and Jeff telling the students, THEIR story and about Innervisions.  The kids were wide-eyed and attentive to their stories of recovery.
 
Linda, it was simply beautiful.
 
I will call Max on Monday and give him some feedback on both Kieran and Jeff.  He should be proud of his team’s work.
 
The main teacher was Brooke Wilson, who this was all arranged with – and Mike Baldus. who helped out on the day. 
 
PS:  Watch the two little videos on the second day.  The kids were asked to compact the soil prior to the pour by jumping up and down within the formwork!!!
Photos are in the photo album under. 2024 May - Westhill project
 
Next event:
2024 Rotary Club of Port Moody's SHRED-A-THON
 
WHAT A DAY......And we didn't have to worry about the 'R' word.  It was chilly but always fun to meet and see the wonderful people in our community.
Thanks to the 23 members who came out to help and to the rest of the members who either dropped in to 'shred' or put up posters in their buildings or on mail boxes, coffee shops etc.
We had a wonderful turn-out and although it seemed slow at times, it was steady.  
It is because of those that take the donations, keep track of the money, directing the traffic, unload boxes making sure there is no photos and plastic, bringing in treats, wheeling bins to the truck, keeping up the social media, Thanking all the customers and talking about RIBFEST and Summer Sundays, and most of all having fun.  What a great club we have.!!!
I am grateful for all who came by for a bite to eat after and enjoyed the fellowship that we all love. 
Bill looks like you have a bit of competition this year.  Yep that's Dave Stone inside a bin taking out photos that someone put in their shredding.  
 
 
BUT then again, who would go and get a little whisk to do this?
YES our King of recycling, Bill.  Thanks for keeping our community clean.
It seems every year we learn a bit more, but this event goes on without a hitch with the help of everyone.  
A job well done and the community is grateful that we do this.
Big hugs to ALL.
 
Photos in the Photo Album: 2024 SHRED-A-THON
 
Clean-up Heritage Mtn. Blvd. this Saturday, June 8th.  Please be at Gallagher's in Newport Village by 8:45am as we leave at 9:00AM sharp.
Thank you
 
 
 
 
Innervisions Recovery Society
Guests:
 
Zach Parker, Harrison Merkel from Honey Mustard Media,
 
 
Halle Fazel [no photo]
 
Mike & Jesica Wiens
 
Past President Coreen & Passport member & Past Treasurer Mike Berrisford
 
Guest Speaker: Max Weselowski from Innervisions Recovery Society with President Susan

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Rotary induction -  Mike Wiens 

Having a new person join our Rotary Club is always a wonderful meeting.  We welcomed Mike Wiens as a member of our Rotary Club of Port Moody and Mike and his beautiful wife Jesica are ready to get to work and help out in our Community.

Welcome Mike & Jesica as we already know what a great 'team' you are. 

RIBFEST Planning Meeting – great turn out.  If you need anything for your area of RIBFEST, please tell Alison & Ian as soon as possible.

 

 

 

Rotary Shred-a-Thon, June 1st   We are looking forward to this weekend.  Everything seems to be in place and we are 'ready to go' !!!  Thanks to everyone who is coming to help or coming to 'shred' their documents.  Please dress for the weather and don't say the 'R' word please. 

See you then.

  

 

June 20th Installation night.  If you have not signed up please do.  This is an important night for our Rotary Club.  We will be thanking Susan for a year well 'lead' and welcoming Rick as our new President.  Please either pay via e-transfer to : treasurer@portmoodyrotary.ca or pay via Visa or cash at Rotary and let Allan know that the payment is for Installation night.  The event is $70.00 per person.   

 

July 10th - Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation is looking for volunteers.   Please let Mike Clay know

 Speaker – Max Weselowski from Innervisions Recovery Society
From their website:
InnerVisions is a safe and structured drug & alcohol treatment program created and operated by people who themselves have overcome their substance abuse issues.​​​​​​

Start Your Recovery Today

At InnerVisions Recovery Society, we have had the honour of providing support to tens of thousands of individuals struggling with addiction. We have watched families become whole again and individuals become productive members of society. We run abstinence-based treatment programs for men and women, following the principles of the 12 Steps of Alcoholics Anonymous. In our 29 years of experience we have learned, with confidence, that there is a way out of the loneliness and degradation of addiction.

​ This is the story of how we met Innervisions:
About 35 years ago when I was in the Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise a member, Kerri Marten asked the club if we could buy a washer & dryer for this place called Innervisions. The house was on Miller Avenue in Coquitlam and the board approved. Some time after that a man with lots of tattoos and a rough voice came to speak to our club and that’s when I first met Billy. We learned all about Billy and his passion for helping men get clean. We also learned a lot of new Words that day. 😂. 
Over time we got to know Billy very well and learned more and more how very valuable Innervisions is for our community and for the thousands of men whose lives have been saved by going to Innervisions 
We started the annual Chili lunches at Christmas and for our Rotary club this is one of the best things we do each year. According to Billy helping give back to the community is part of the healing for these men. We have had these men come and set up and take down RIBFEST each year. They have helped with the Westhill trail and with the Ivy pull. And oh do they work hard!!!!. 
Billy told us that after Max finished college he was joining Innervisions. 
Max one of the best tributes to your Dad I think, was last Christmas at the chili lunch your staff told me that you were the best Boss they have ever had.  
And so, Max began to tell his story about different men and how Innervisions has changed their lives.  Max is so much like his Dad and all who knew Billy were honoured.  Innervisons is in good hands with Max at the helm and if you know of anyone who needs help with addiction, please call Innervisions at: 1-877-939-1420
I’m so proud of you Max.  Thank you for coming to speak to our Rotary Club and please thank the men who come to help us.
 
 
 
 
A huge big thank you to Mike Clay for fixing up our 'Rotary Little Lending Library' at Old Orchard Park.  You did a great job Mike.  If you have any books, please take them down to the 'Little Library' or give them to Gayle and she will make sure they get put in there.
Gayle loaded with 'some' books but please have a look around your home to see if you can add to our 'Little Library'.
 
Our own AG Glen & Marcia look like they are having a good time at the Rotary International Convention.  
Glen said: Stopped in at the 'Days for Girls' booth at the International Convention, and told them all about the great work that U2 are doing in support of this organization. 
 
Honor House Society
Guest and Speaker: Craig Longstaff from Honour House
 
Clayton Anderson was also guest again this week.  Clayton is a great 'friend' of Rotary and does so much for our Rotary Club.
 
President Elect Gaye Simms from Port Coquitlam Centennial Club - Guest
 
 
Gary says he is officially 'old'....well as 'old' as his friend Gayle
 

June 1st.  SHRED-A-THON - Thanks to all who are volunteering.  We will have a great time.

Strawberry Sales - Tri Cities Rotary Clubs 

Strawberry Sales Tri Cities Rotary Clubs  in conjunction with the Abbotsford Rotary Club to bring you fresh strawberries. This project is coordinated by Malcolm Kennedy and Peter Muir is project lead for our club.  All sales are online.  

 https://www.abbotsfordsumasrotary.org/sitepage/strawberry-sales

The strawberries will be delivered to Canadian Tire, in Coquitlam on Saturday, June 15.

June 20th Installation night at Saint Street Grill!

Tickets are $70.00 and we will take your contribution via e-transfer to save the visa fee.  

Please sign up as soon as possible as we need to let them know how many people will be going.

 

July 10th - Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation is looking for volunteers.   Please reply to Mike Clay

 

Speaker – Craig Longstaff from Honour House:

Craig Longstaff is the General Manager at the Honour House Society, a refuge, a "Home Away From Home" for members of the Canadian Armed Forces, Veterans, Emergency Services Personnel and their families to stay completely free of charge, while they are receiving medical care and treatment in the Metro Vancouver area.
Over 60 companies and hundreds of individuals contributed materials and labour to renovate the 1937 year old house into a home fit for heroes. 

 

Dan Gallant is out and about telling the Rotary World Help story.  This time was at the Rotary Club of Coquitlam Sunrise with Greg Garrison presenting him with their 'thank you'.


 

When you are buying your alcoholic beverages,  please buy from our local Port Moody Liquor Store and tell them that the sale is to go toward 'Port Moody Rotary Club' and we will get 5% back of the sale.
Port Moody Liquor store is located: 
4-2929 St Johns St, Port Moody
 
We have a few car 'buffs' amongst us:  This was at the All British Field meet VanDusen Gardens.
Good to see PP Michael out from Chilliwack, Peter C & Danne.  Brian W was also there.
Social Media and more
Guests:  Clayton Anderson
 

Ryan & Ashley Edgington from Edgington Wealth/RBC

Past Member Terry Miller - always great to see Terry who is a strong supporter of RIBFEST

 

Search for the Perfect Pint   – Great Success. Thank you so much to Alan Kabatoff for taking this on.  This was started many years ago with Past Member Trudy Gallant naming the Search for the Perfect Pint.  Past Presidents Al S. and Peter were there from the beginning and it has become one of the great Community Events in Port Moody and a great fundraiser for us.

Rotary District Conference held at Mount Vernon– busy weekend!  Great event - and this year’s conference’s focus was on Family.  Families come in many forms – can be your nuclear family, and your work family, and also your Rotary family. A healthy family is an essential element to good mental health and a happy, healthy, well-functioning life.  President Susan, President Elect Rick and AG Glen were in attendance on behalf of the Rotary Club of Port Moody.

Strawberry Sales Tri Cities Rotary Clubs  in conjunction with the Abbotsford Rotary Club to bring you fresh strawberries. This project is coordinated by Malcolm Kennedy and Peter Muir is project lead for our club.  All sales are online.   The strawberries will be delivered to Canadian Tire, in Coquitlam on Saturday, June 15.  Peter will need a couple of volunteers to assist with the delivery and distribution of berries on that date. 

 

“Rotary Little Lending Library”  at Old Orchard is back but needs some love .  Gayle will ask the Men's Shed to please help fix it up.  It looks like it was just thrown in the works yard and several pieces are broken off.

 

 Spirited Book & Wine Club –  Gayle Hosted

We had several members from our Rotary Club of Port Moody who volunteered for the Rotary PoCo May Day parade.  Thank you to Steve for the photos.

 

Heritage Mountain Clean UP – was on Saturday May 11th.  A small but mighty team of 5.President Susan suggested that anyone that like to go and help 'clean up' next month, please be at Gallaghers at 8:45 as we leave at 9:00AM SHARP.

Thanks to Peter M, Alan S, Neil, President Elect Rick & Sheila

Rotary SHRED-A-THON June 1st      - Thank you to all who will be there to help.  It is always so much fun.  Please let your friends and neighbours know about this event.  We want to fill 2 trucks.

July 10th - Eagle Ridge Hospital Foundation is looking for volunteers Mike Clay.  This is a Fund raiser golf tournament & concert at the Westwood Plateau Golf Course. For more info and/or to register, please talk with Mike if you are interested in helping.  It is a fun day.

Assistant Governor and member Glen spoke to us about Social Media and how we can 'boost' all of his posts just by liking and sharing.  Please do this.  Glen works very hard doing our Social Media and we need to help him out.  Please #tag any of his posts as well.

Thank you Glen for all the work you do to get our events and our Rotary news out to the public.  Well done. !!!!

RIBFEST is well on the way.  Please ask your family, friends and neighbours if they would like to volunteer.  Volunteers are the only way we can make our RIBFEST the best ever.  

Thanks everyone.

City Manager
Great News!!!!
 

This 5050 Draw enables the Rotary Clubs of the Tri-Cities to take a leadership role supporting our community. The Winner takes half the jackpot, and the remainder goes to work right here.
 
The four Rotary Clubs of the Tri-cities include the Rotary Club of Port Moody, Rotary Club of Coquitlam, Rotary Club of Coquitlam - Sunrise and the Rotary Club of Port Coquitlam - Centennial.
 
Proceeds from the 5050 Draw support Rotary projects and local organizations. Consider the possibilities:
  • Nourishing students through the Rotary Starfish program
  • Enhancing accessibility
  • Sending kids to camp
  • Enhancing local parks and trails
  • Assisting seniors
  • Supporting individuals battling addiction
These endeavours and more are within our reach! Help us back community initiatives by securing a 5050 ticket today! Your involvement will positively influence the lives of others.
 
Rotary is a global alliance of community leaders committed to fostering positive change. Join forces with rotary by lending a hand at our events and projects, becoming a member or purchasing a 5050 ticket. Together, we can Create Hope in the World.
 
Purchase your 5050 tickets online! It’s so easy.
 
Thank you for your generous support.
 
Rotary Club of Port Moody
 
For more details, visit:
 
Danne Dunlop celebrates a Birthday 
 
Meryl Muir also has a Birthday
 
 

Strawberry Sale Starts May 4, 2024 and the website is https://www.abbotsfordsumasrotary.org/sitepage/strawberry-sales

 

Last order date: June 9, 2024

No Refunds - No Delivery

Pick-up date: June 15, 2024 - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm

Pick-up Location: Canadian Tire, 1200 Sequin Drive, Coquitlam (Corner of Lougheed Hwy & King Edward Street)

 

Rotary World Help on Global TV

Great job Dan.  Well done RWH....

The link to the Global TV segment on RWH is below. Please copy and paste this link to play the video. You may have to listen to an ad prior to seeing the video.
 

Guests this week were:

 Mike Wiens

Darrel with Jim McGrandles from the Passport club and Board member of Rotary World Help

Anna Mathewson. The City Manager of City of Port Moody,  came to our club for a “Meet and Greet” and to answer any questions that our club may have.

Anna is Port Moody’s new city manager effective earlier this year. Anna came to introduce herself and is looking forward to connecting with our members and to continue to support our club where possible.

Mathewson is a Registered Professional Planner and a member of the Canadian Institute of Planners. She earned a master’s degree in resource management from Simon Fraser University (SFU) following her undergrad studies at McGill University in Montreal.

Anna has led several important projects including the city’s urban forest management strategy, parks master planning and strategy initiatives and enhanced emergency weather response procedures, as well as multiple capital projects across the community service department.  Anna has also been instrumental in advancing the city’s organizational efforts in accessibility along with Truth and Reconciliation.

The city manager guides operations as well as staff in their provision of professional advice and recommendations to council while also leading the execution of council’s strategic plan.

 

 

Spirited Book & Wine Club – changed back to original date of every 2nd Thursday which makes next one May 9th.

Thirsty Thursday had a great group at the Legion.  We meet the 2nd Thursday of every month at the Port Moody Legion at 5:15pm.  Everyone is more than welcome.

Response to questions asked at the meeting.

Our City Manager, Anna Mathewson sent this reply to answer some of the questions that were asked of her at our Rotary meeting.

 

Thank you for having me at yesterday’s Rotary Club breakfast meeting. I enjoyed meeting the members.
 
I wanted to follow up and provide further information on our transportation work, given the many questions that I had on that topic. Attached is a recent staff report to Council on the Master Transportation Plan (MTP) update which contains a lot of information, and here is the link to that Plan Master-Transportation-Plan-Summary.pdf (portmoody.ca) which also features detailed lists of planned programs such as crosswalk and intersection upgrades over the short, medium and long-term. If anyone has follow-up questions, please send them my way and our team will address those.
 
Best regards,
Anna
 
Anna Mathewson, RPP MCIP
City Manager, City of Port Moody
604-469-4519 (w)

 

Volunteer Recruitment Event – Alison

This event will be held in Port Coquitlam.  We will need a couple of volunteers to man the table.  This event is to sign up 'new volunteers' to help with our Rotary events.  [RIBFEST]. Please let Alison know if you are available to help.

Rotary May Day Parade, Poco Centennial Club –May 11, runs from 11 am to 1pm.  

Downtown Port Coquitlam |

Sign up for Rotary SHRED-A-THON, June 1st      -

 

Speaking of RIBFEST - Please send this to all your friends.  To make RIBFEST a huge success we need VOLUNTEERS.

Look what's back........

Thank you to Gayle for making sure our Little Lending Library went back to its home at Old Orchard Park......BUT as you can see it needs some tender love and care.  Who would be willing to go and re-varnish it and seal it again.  Looks like the latch needs fixing too.  

Thank you

 

Search for the Perfect Pint.

Thank you to ALAN K for once again being the 'Lead' on this amazing community event.

Alan sent this note:

Thank you to all of you that helped make the Search for the Perfect Pint another successful fundraiser. 
 
Great team work - from set up to tear down it all went smoothly.
Everyone found a position to work, even if it was last minute.
 
The event did sell out and we had over 580 people through the doors.
 
I hope you all had fun and want to do it again next year!
 
Let me know if you have any feedback on how we can improve on anything.
 
Thank you everyone so much!
 
Classification talk and events
Thank you to President Susan for the notes and to Yvonne for the photos.
 
Guest this week:
 
Halle Fazel.​​​​​
 

Rotary World Help loading the Belize container –was on Global on Thursday

Search for the Perfect Pint - May 3rd.  Port Moody City Hall– we need one more volunteer to sell 50-50 tickets.  That is a fun job walking around and talking to everyone.

Strawberry Sales, starting May 1st with Abbotsford Rotary Club - available for pick up Jun.15th.

Rotary District Conference , Saturday May 4th at Mount Vernon, WA Please register if you want to attend.  So far we have 3 from our Rotary Club going.

Rotary May Day Parade, Poco Centennial Club –May 13, runs from 11 am to 1pm

Rotary SHRED-A-THON, June 1st , Please put posters up where-ever you see fit. 

Vida Peterson did her Classification talk.  WHAT A LADY !!!!  These Classification talks are always a favorite.

Guest Speaker : Our very own longtime Rotarian, Vida.  Vida spoke on her long history of Rotary in California and Port Moody.  Vida’s main passion in Rotary was working on her incredible international events.

Victoria

New View Society

Special guests:, Otilia Kozelj, Darrell Roemer and Chantelle Burga, from New View Society, 

Mike Wiens - 3rd meeting and would like to join our Rotary Club

 Kay Wu - Past member and great to see her again along with President Susan with the shirts they bought from Belize and a 'You Better Belize It' mug

Clayton Anderson - look what Clayton made for us.  Thank you Clayton..

Birthdays: Victoria Nalugwa – April 14

Rotary Anniversary: Trish McPhail – April 15, 2020

 

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The Spirited Book & Wine Club – This month’s book was “The Power of Days” by Celese Mergens and her 20 year journey of this amazing woman and her volunteers creating Days for Girls.  This organization’s focus is to bring menstrual health and equity to girls worldwide.   Cleone hosted this month’s get-together.

 

 

Great Work On the Part of Rotary Volunteers Susan, Peter, John ,Bill & Peter & Neil
at the Inlet Regatta. Long Hours, No Pay,,,what a Team!
 
Thank you all for helping to make the event a success

Inlet Regatta dragon boat race was on Apr. 20th -  opening ceremony at 7:45 am is and races began at 8:15.  This event also features live music, a DJ, food trucks, vendors and a beer garden   – Bar is open from 11:00 to 4:00.

More photos in photo Album:  2024 Inlet Regatta

Strawberry Sales, starting May 1st with Abbotsford Rotary Club - available for pick up Jun.15th.

Rotary District Conference - Saturday May 4th at Mount Vernon, WA – actual conference is only one day which is a first - with planned events on Friday & Sunday. A new component to this year’s Conference is a program for children (ages 5 – 14).  Their programing will be in several classrooms in the same building as the auditorium. The day before the conference, May 3rd there will be a family bowling event. The day after the conference there will be a service project for all ages  at Camp Korey.  There are 3 of us attending from our club.  Please register if you want to attend.

Rotary May Day Parade - Poco Centennial Club –May 13, runs from 11 am to 1pm

Sign up for Rotary SHRED-A-THON, June 1st      -  Please sign up if you haven’t already.

SHRED-A-THON will be held at Port Moody City Hall from 9:00AM - 3:00 PM for all your confidential papers to be shredded 'on site' by donation to our Rotary Club of Port Moody. 

Rotary Peace Fellowships are open until May. 15th to the Rotary Foundation. Rotary Peace Fellows use their training to amplify their work at the local, regional, or global level. Together, we can advance peace throughout the world by encouraging our local peacebuilders to learn about Rotary and apply for this unique fellowship. 

Rotary’s theme of this year is “Create Hope in the World” by working for Peace and  Mental Health. Chris Boyd, a fellow Rotarian and a Clinical Therapist spoke on several  mental health strategies and one was something called “reframing” .  This is a very simple process of replacing a negative thought which can worsen things like anxiety, depression, and pain with a more healthy, helpful, thought and how it can profoundly affect our Mental Health – negatively or positively. 

Once again we cleaned up Heritage Mtn. Blvd.  Thank you to Alan and 'gang' for doing this.  

 

Guest Speakers: Chantelle Burga, Otilia Kozelj, and Darrell Roemer from the New View Society. This is a non-profit organization providing support services for adults with mental illness who reside in the Tri-Cities area.  Services include assistance with housing, employment, social services, and personal growth opportunities.  New View Society creates an environment for growth and recovery.   

RIBFEST meeting Tuesday April23rd. 7:00PM. Bill's building.

RIBFEST opportunity

Here are a list of bands. https://portmoodyribfest.ca/live-music/

 

Band Sponsor Investment: $1,000 

“Band Sponsor”  -  Benefits include: 

 

  • Choose from one of our bands and be the official sponsor of their appearance at Ribfest. 

  • Your banner/logo displayed while the band is on stage. 

  • Opportunity for photo opportunity with the band. 

  • Corporate logo, with URL link displayed on our Ribfest website. 

  • On site recognition of sponsorship during event.
    Table service from a member of our BAR Service team
    A RIB Sample plate (1/2 Rack) delivered to your table
    Maximum 10 guests at the table reserved for you and your guests  in front of the stage.

Belize:  What a great interview PP Al had with Love radio and TV in Belize.  This will give you another great idea of what impact our Rotary Club and others had in Belize.  Worth a look!!!
If you want to see… skip to 1 hour 32 mins in [ is where the interview started]

https://www.youtube.com/live/9YsmGh7ByP0?feature=shared

 

Next week’s speaker – our very own Vida Peterson gives her Rotary talk.  This is a talk you won't want to miss.

 
Canadian Women in Afghanistan 
Special guest speaker: Halle Fazel, Dr. Lauryn Oates from Canadian Women in Afghanistan 
 
Mike Wiens - It was great to see Mike back as a guest this week
 
Birthdays: Bob Carter, Hazel Wiggins – April 11

Upcoming Events:

Rotary World Help – We loaded the container going to Belize

Thank you to all who came to help.

President Susan locked it up.

Inlet Regatta Dragon boat race -  opening ceremony at 7:45 am is and races begin at 8:15.  This event also features live music, a DJ, food trucks, vendors and a beer garden   – Bar is open from 11:00 to 4:00 and they are  looking for volunteers to sling beer. 

Strawberry Sales, starting May 1st with Abbotsford Rotary Club - available for pick up Jun.15th.

Rotary May Day Parade, Poco Centennial Club –May 13, runs from 11 am to 1pm

Sign up for Rotary Shred a Thon, June 1st   - Sign up sheet will be coming soon

Rotary Peace Fellowships are open until May. 15th to the Rotary Foundation. Rotary Peace Fellows use their training to amplify their work at the local, regional, or global level. Together, we can advance peace throughout the world by encouraging our local peacebuilders to learn about Rotary and apply for this unique fellowship. 

Guest Speaker: Dr. Lauryn Oates, Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan

 

The “Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan” is an organization focused on ending Gender Apartheid, standing for the right to learn for everyone. Afghanistan is the only remaining country in the world to officially ban women from education, from grade seven onwards and  being banned from many forms of employment. Being barred from education, and employment, and being denied the opportunity to earn an income has plunged many female-headed households into stark poverty. The World Food Program reports that two-thirds of Afghans don’t know where their next meal will come from. Gender apartheid policies are directly contributing to this worsening humanitarian disaster. “Excluding half the population from accessing higher education is a grave abuse of human rights and will also debilitate Afghanistan’s economic future by cutting off the supply of educated professionals the country needs not just to develop and advance, but just to function.  This, and other discriminatory policies, are taking the country backwards and causing irreparable harm” said Lauryn Oates, executive director of Canadian Women for Women in Afghanistan (CW4WAfghan).  It is estimated that 90 per cent of young women respondents reported bad or very bad mental health, and that suicide and suicidal ideation are very common.  The economic costs brought on by the practice of Gender Apartheid, women not being educated and not being able to enter the workforce, is estimated of a cost to Afghanistan of 5 to 6 billion dollars. 

Technology For Education Program

This organization provides powerful opportunities to realize the human right to education. Everyone has a right to learn, and their innovative technological tools in the Technology for Education Program not only give Afghans greater access to knowledge and information but also helps both students and teachers develop 21st century skills.

Special programs include Learning Baskets so families would also have access to high quality, local language learning material. The baskets contain materials for all members of the family to nurture learning at home, including storybooks, literacy activities, recipes, and more. These baskets are  Learning Baskets plus essential food staples that help vulnerable families facing precarious economic conditions gain food security. The food items are related to the learning materials—such as recipes that use the food items in the basket—so that the items in the basket complement each other.

 

As Afghanistan faces a worsening economic crisis, the Learning Plus Baskets are an increasingly essential lifeline for families. Further, as schools remain closed for girls past primary age, the materials for home learning allow the continuation of learning during the human rights crisis facing millions of girls and young women across the country. 

Welcome to our Knowledge Tree

Darakht-e Danesh, meaning “knowledge tree” in Dari, is our collection of virtual education tools that provide access to education for thousands of Afghans in Afghanistan and in the region.

For more information, please go to : Canadian Women for Women In Afghanistan  https://cw4wafghan.ca/

 

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They are BACK - the Belize Travellers came back safe and sound.  We can't wait to hear their stories.

More photos in Belize 2024 album

Our Favourite Speaker
We have great speakers but one of our favourites is when our own member does their Classification talk and Yvonne you did not disappoint us.

Our Guest Speaker: A warm welcome to our very own Yvonne Berrisford spoke about her childhood, meeting the love of her life, and being so fortunate to be able to immigrate from South Africa to Canada with her family.

 
Our guest this week was Mike Wiens.  Thank you for joining us for breakfast and we hope to see Mike again soon
 
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Jim Bell who was not at the meeting because their Grandkids were in town.
Alison Young
 
 

Tuesday, Apr.2nd - Days for Girls Workshop at Vida’s – approx. 20 members incl. 2 men.– sewing & putting together re-usable menstrual kits.  This program also includes the education on menstrual equality, reproductive health, and physical and mental well- being. Very inspiring knowing that Rotary is involved in assisting these women who are changing the future of girls all over the world!

Thirsty Thursday.  1st Thursday of the Month we meet at the Legion at 5:15 for a night just to get together.  This past Thursday we had 10 people.

District Assembly Saturday, April 6 – Surrey Campus, Kwantlen Polytechnic University – we now have 6 members going this year from our club.

Rotary World Help – we need help loading container going to Belize, Saturday, April 13, Please let Dan Gallant know if you are volunteering.  Because we are the club sending the container, we need volunteers from our Club to help load.

A portion of the Rotary World Help Newsletter attached: [PP Al sent to all]

 

Inlet Regatta Apr.20,  11:00 am to 4:00 pm – Come volunteer to work in the bar. Send your SIR copy of your certificate to Neil Nyberg to help.

   

Rotary May Day Parade, Poco Centennial Club –May 11, runs from 11 am to 1pm. They need help to walk along with the Rotary Wheel and hand out candy to the children. 

Sign up for Rotary Shred -a -Thon, June 1st      -  Please sign up if you haven’t already.

Rotary Peace Fellowships are open until May. 15th to the Rotary Foundation. Rotary Peace Fellows use their training to amplify their work at the local, regional, or global level. Together, we can advance peace throughout the world by encouraging our local peacebuilders to learn about Rotary and apply for this unique fellowship. 

Thank you to Joan for the notes and Yvonne for the photos.

The group made it to Belize and looks like they started out with so much fun.  Photos will be in the Photo Album 2024 Belize

A great bunch doing wonderful work in Belize - Oh the stories we will hear !!!!

 

 

 

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Jessica Vestergaard, Grant Writer
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Dave Duskin, District Governor
Sep 25, 2024
Official visit outlining plans for the year
Cleone Todgham
Oct 02, 2024
Environmental Committee
Victoria Nalugwa
Oct 16, 2024
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Lexa Hobenshield - Transmountain
Oct 30, 2024
Transmountain Pipeline
Tim Veresh
Nov 06, 2024
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