Chairperson:  Rod McMahon

 

 

O'Canada led by Sue  and opening prayer by Rod who asked all to take a moment of silent prayer to reflect on those who you wish to remember and what you are thankful for!

 

Vistiting Rotarians:  Stella Roy, District Foundation Chair - Halifax Harbourside.

 

Guests:  Stephen McBrine, guest of Rick Graham

 

 

Rod for spending time with Ireland, his Daughter!!

 

Rick Graham shared that we received "Thank you" from Camp Brigadoon for our financial support.  Also received a note in the mail that probably put our VF Directory rating at 9.5, it said "this is one amazing Piece of Work".    He reminded all members that the VF package including thank you letter, copies of the VF, and new contract for 2020 are available for delivery to your personal contacts, please distribute them as quickly as possible and ask them to sign next years contract!!!

 

 

 

Sue commented that the 4 Club Joint meeting for the Rotary Clubs of the Valley Foundation was a great idea and thanked the organizers!

 

Pierre for our friend and past club member Brian Smith, asking on his behalf to support Movember Mustache campaign, you can donate for Brian online - google Movember Brian T. Smith and you will find his account.   Pierre also shared that he has the follow-up fundraiser Historical Calendars on Port Williams, this year featuring Cooperage (building barrels) business.  See Pierre if you are interested in purchasing - great Christmas stocking stuffer!!!

 

Heather Lohr shared that our exchange students are getting together this weekend in Moncton.  

 

John Lohr wanted us to know that he is actively looking for volunteers to help  with the "Relay for Life" that happens in June 2020.   Are you able to help - please contact John!!

 

 

Phil also thanked the club for the great attendance at the joint club meeting and that all the proposal were good!!

 

Guest Speaker -  Stella Roy - District Foundation Chair.   Rod introduced Stella as he had the privilege of joining her on an Polio Inoculation trip through Rotary about 2 years ago.

 

   

 

Stella gave a very passionate talk about the foundation, why we should continue to support it, she shared details on our givings and that we are in good hands because Elva is so knowledgeable about the grant process.  Stella shared that it is important to remember that whatever amount we as a club or individually give that we also get to spend it.  It comes back to us after 3 years! Our district receives 50% from all the donations through the district designated fund.

 

 

The worlds charity Navigator has given the Rotary Foundation the top ranking for the past 12 years!!   Environmental issues are now also included in all the areas of focus.  The Polio fund has had a small set-back with a break out of approximately 80-100 cases in Pakistan.  This was due to the cancellation of the immunization process which now has been reinstated with a new government.