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The Rotary Club of
Edmonton Strathcona
 
Chartered 1974
e-Strathconian 
September 27, 2019
 
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Edmonton Strathcona
"The Friendly Club"
We meet Tuesdays at 12:15 PM
Woodvale Facility and Golf Clubhouse
4540 - 50 Street NW
Edmonton, AB  T6L 6B6
Canada
Phone:
(780) 918-1079
Fax:
(780) 665-7011
Email:
strathconian@telus.net
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Youth Exchange 2019-20
The Rotary Clubs of Edmonton Strathcona and Edmonton South are partnering in the Youth Exchange program for 2019-20.
 
Click on THIS LINK  PERIODICALLY to open the photo album chronicling the adventures of our inbound student from Denmark, Celina Jensen and our outbound student Stephanie Leach being hosted in France.
 
Use this short URL to promote the album: https://tinyurl.com/YEX2019-20
 
 
Contacts:
 
RC Edmonton South, Lynne Fisher: 
 
RC Edmonton Strathcona, Carin Jansen van Vuuren, 
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News
Hurricane Relief Efforts
Posted by RID Jeffry Cadorette on Sep 02, 2019
 

HURRICANE DORIAN RELIEF EFFORTS

Hi everyone,
 
This morning (Monday) I texted with Past President Barry. While Nassau was spared the full force of Dorian, and he and Esther are fine, other parts of his country are devastated having been dealt a blow with Dorian’s full fury. Dorian is now headed toward the US and other parts of our neighboring  Zones 33 & 34.
 
Whether you want to help Barry’s District, the Bahamas, or one of the states in the southern part of the US that are awaiting Dorian, the link below will give you information on how to do that.
 
At the bottom of the link is a form telling you additional ways you can donate. The Rotary Foundation Donor Advised Fund (DAF) is set up in North Carolina and is able to make international donations. You can designate where you would like the funds to be directed in the memo portion of the check you write. A representative from each district in Zone 33 &34 will determine where to allocate the funds. They have experience with this DAF and process having had multiple hurricanes last year. Share this link on social media wherever you deem appropriate
 
       Thanks
       Jeff
 
 
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Upcoming Events and Volunteer Opportunities
Canada Flag Program Online Sign-up and Payment
May 01, 2015 – Dec 31, 2019
 
Eye Ball Gala Invitation-September 28, 2019
The Westin Hotel
Sep 28, 2019 6:00 PM
 
District 5370 Conference 2019
Grande Prairie
Oct 03, 2019 – Oct 05, 2019
 
Cabaret 2019
Oct 18, 2019
8:00 PM – 9:30 PM
 
"Dodge the Streets" Dodgeball Tourney
Saville Centre
Oct 19, 2019
 
Social evening at O'Byrne's Irish Pub
O'Byrne's Irish Pub
Oct 22, 2019 6:00 PM
 
Operation Friendship Seniors Society.
Operation Friendship Seniors Society.
Nov 13, 2019
11:00 AM – 1:00 PM
 
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Stories
Dr. Shawn McMurtry and Shane Hudson, Canadian Centre for Men and Families
 
Posted by Vi Hughes on Sep 24, 2019
Last Tuesday we heard from Dr. Shawn McMurtry, Branch Director and Shane Hudson, a volunteer for the Canadian Centre for Men and Families. Dr. Shawn McMurtry, a local cardiologist, spoke about why it is important to think about men more than we have traditionally in the past. Why do more men die younger than women when there is no obvious biological reason. Could it be that their lifetime experiences are very different from women. We know that more men die from cardiac disease, liver disease and suicide. For some reason men are more vulnerable to these preventable outcomes. The reason in some cases could be the stress brought on by the inequalities our justice system visits on many men whose marriages have fallen apart.  
 
The impact of separation and divorce on their lives that happens with the division of property, child custody, and the financial burdens of child and spousal support. When we look at the decisions of the judicial system we can clearly see that most of the time the woman gets custody of the children. In most cases where there is unequal access to their children this in turn means there is also a greater financial burden placed on the father for child support.  This also places these men in a precarious position if they happen to lose their job or experience a change in their physical or mental health that affects their income. Even large incomes can be insufficient to support mortgage payments and support payments.
 
The government is very punitive in its treatment of men (or women in some cases) who fail to make their support payments, regardless of the reasons. In turn when these individuals also lose their connections to their children and are more vulnerable to financial pressures, the stress can lead to mental health issues, changes in sleep patterns, and sometimes may lead to substance abuse, violence and criminal behaviour.  This can also have an effect on their work lives as safety can be an issue when they are preoccupied by family worries. This is one of the things that can send men’s lives off the rails in mid life. These types of situations are also not good for the children involved.
 
 
We then heard from Shane Hudson, a volunteer with the centre and a local ergonomist. Shane told us that he is happily married with five children, but his childhood was greatly affected by the separation and divorce of his parents when he was eight years old. At the time he was told his father was going to move out and take their dog with him. He did not really understand why his dad left, why they had no money or why Christmas was never a good time. Some of his siblings took it very hard and even now do not have a relationship with their father. In theory they had shared custody but the reality was very different.  His dad missed out on all kinds of events in his life, both big and small, good and bad. His conversations with his children were awkward. The lasting effects on his family meant that his father has never even met some of his grandchildren. Shane now wonders what their lives would have been like, if his father had been able to be the dad he could have been.
 
The Canadian Centre for Men and Families was founded in Ontario in 2014 by the Canadian Association for Equality to provide support for men and families. They provide therapy and counselling, peer support, legal programs, fathering programs and many more services for male victims of trauma and violence. They also provide research, outreach and public education on all aspects of men’s issues. The branch in Edmonton has not been active for very long and is just in the early stages of organisation. They just recently managed to secure a consistent meeting place. They are looking for support in whatever forms we can offer, volunteer time, financial support or any other way that we can help.
 
In closing Shawn said that we need to remember to show compassion for people who are going through this as it is not an easy thing.
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Celina Jensen, Exchange Student Short Report
 
Posted by Vi Hughes on Sep 26, 2019
This past Tuesday we heard a short report from our exchange student Celina. She is now enrolled as a grade eleven student in Vimy Ridge Academy. She goes to school each day with the son of her host family who is also a student there. She said that she just loves the skyline of downtown Edmonton that she sees each day on her trip to the school.
She has had a busy couple of weeks and has had a lot of fun getting to know her host family, local Rotarians and the other exchange students from around the Edmonton area at various social functions. She said that she also had a good time making cinnamon buns, which she had thought were only a Danish thing, and now knows that they are also popular here as well.
We look forward to getting to know her better and to hearing more of her impressions and adventures in Edmonton.
 
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New Hope School--UPDATE
 
Posted by Carin Jansen van Vuuren on Sep 20, 2019

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We are pleased to inform you that eight (8) Learners from the New Hope School (NHS) completed courses in refrigerating and air conditioning, electrical and arc welding at the Ekurhuleni Artisans and Skills Training Centre. 
They were awarded their certificates on the September 14, 2019 after the successful completion of the three-month courses. 
 
The Learners will forever be grateful to Rotary for the funding received from the Rotary International Grant. Two of the Learners have already secured part time work, because of these newly required skills!  Thanks to the members of the Rotary Club of Edmonton Strathcona and other Edmonton and surrounding clubs for making the RI Grant a reality. This is the beginning of great results of the projects funded with the Grant!
Congratulations Hans!
 
Posted by Vi Hughes on Sep 26, 2019
 
At the recent Zone Conference 2019 for Rotary International Zones 24 and 32 held in Niagara Falls, our own Hans Granholm was presented with an award by Rotary International Director Jeffry Cadorette for his outstanding support to our international zone.
Rotary International Zones 24 & 32 is a four country, two language, community of Rotarians in Bermuda, Canada, France and United States spanning six time zones. Hans Granholm is the Website Administrator for this administration zone which encompasses a total of 827 clubs in Zone 24 (covering all of Canada and St. Pierre Miquelon) and 987 clubs in Zone 32 (covering the North Eastern US and Bermuda).
ELENI GYRA BOARDINGHOUSE - visit
Posted by Dimitri Papanicolas on Sep 27, 2019
 
  
 
 
Dimitri and/or Patrick will provide commentary on their return...
22 October O’Byrnes Irish Pub Fundraiser
 
Posted by Vi Hughes on Sep 05, 2019
Come and join us for a pint and listen to a Celtic band any time after 6:00 pm at
 
10616-82 Ave. NW, Edmonton.
 
There will be a Cover Charge of $25 which will go to Polio Plus. SIGN UP HERE
 
There will be no regular meeting this day so that everyone can attend this event.
Westlock Rotary Dinner Theatre
Posted by Donna Hutton on Sep 27, 2019
 

Performance Dates at the Westlock and District Community Hall

Oct  - Friday 18th Saturday 19th matinee Sunday 20th  ( show only no meal)

Oct  -Thursday 24th Friday 25th Saturday 26th matinee Sunday  27th  ( show only no meal )

Nov - Friday 1st  Saturday the 2nd

Doors at 5 pm show at 7:15

Matinee Doors at 1pm show at 2

Prices -  $65 per seat first three row from the stage

           -  $60 per seat balance of tables

           -  $30 per seat Matinee
Shelterbox in action
Posted by Donna Hutton on Sep 13, 2019
 
ShelterBox, Rotary International's Project Partner in disaster relief has a team in The Bahamas.
 
 
 
ShelterBox Canada | 159 Jane Street, Office 2, Toronto, Ontario M6S 3Y8 Canada
Eye Ball Gala
Posted by Audrey Martyn on Aug 09, 2019
 
 

Saturday September 28, 2019

Westin Hotel

10135 100 Street NW
Edmonton, Alberta

Our second annual Eyeball Gala will bring together ophthalmic specialists, surgeons, business and community leaders, and loyal friends to raise awareness and funds for the fight for sight and life-enhancing work of the Eye Institute of Alberta.

 
Please contact Audrey Martyn for more information.
audrey01@telus.net 
Programs of Interest at the Jewish Senior Citizens Center
 
Posted by Vi Hughes on Sep 23, 2019
The JSCC (10052-117 St., Edmonton) is sponsoring several programs, talks and films that would be of interest to many of our members. Please call their office at 780-488-4241 for further information on cost and registration. Here is a selection of some of their offerings:
 
Mon
23 Sep
1-3 pm
Israel: Past, Present and Future
Abe Silverman
Tues
24 Sep
12 noon
Lunch and Learn, Traditional Jewish Melodies
Jack Goldberg
Wed
25 Sep
7 pm
Italian Opera Masterpieces
Edmonton Opera
Thurs
26 Sep
12 noon
Lunch and Learn, Traditions and Symbolism Associated with Rosh Hashana
Rabbi Mendy
Mon
28 Oct
04 Nov
11 Nov
10-12 noon
Politics: Edmonton and Alberta
Stephen Mandel
Tues
29 Oct – 03 Dec
1-3 pm
Solo Flight: The Concerto from Vivaldi to Ravel
Michael Thomas Roeder
Wed
30 Oct – 04 Dec
10-12 noon
Revolutionary Exploration: Rock’n Roll’s First Tumultuous Decade
D T Baker
Thurs
31 Oct – 05 Dec
1-3 pm
YEG’s Public Art
Kathleen Silverman
Tues
12 Nov
12 noon
Lunch and Learn, Geriatric Psychology and Dementia
Dr. Leon Kagan
 
Link to District Membership Survey
Posted by Hans Granholm on Jul 26, 2019
A separate notice was dispatched earlier in reference to the district membership survey.
 
If you missed it or accidentally deleted it, here is the URL to the notice:
 
 
I believe our Friendly Club is healthy and vibrant, but we should be willing to share and not keep our success to ourselves. Please complete the survey at your earliest convenience.
Mentor Opportunity
Posted on Jul 05, 2019
DiscoverE is a nonprofit organization through the Faculty of Engineering at the University of Alberta that provides fun, accessible, and inclusive summer camps to youth in Edmonton.
 
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Oct 01, 2019
Heather de Kok
Social Media
Oct 08, 2019
Stephan Jansen van Vuuren
Medical cannabis
Oct 15, 2019
The Honourable Paula Simons
to be announced
Oct 22, 2019 6:00 PM
Meet at O'Byrne's Irish Pub
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Oct 29, 2019
Donna Hutton
Report to members from Board
Nov 05, 2019
Norman Leach
Rememberance day
Nov 12, 2019
Tracey Vavrek
District Governor
Nov 19, 2019
Amanda Banister
YONA
Nov 26, 2019
Rosetta Taylor
Chair elect for Alberta Chamber of Commerce
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Meeting Responsibilities
Oct 1 - DOOR
 
Door 1
Granholm, Hans
 
Door 2
Peddie, Jim
 
Oct 1 - SETUP
 
Setup 1
McCullough, Brenda
 
Setup 2
McCullough, Ron
 
Oct 8 - DOOR
 
Door 1
Granholm, Hans
 
Door 2
Papanicolas, Dimitri
 
Oct 8 - SETUP
 
Setup 1
Hegan, Maggi
 
Setup 2
Jansen van Vuuren, Stephan
 
Oct 15 - Door
 
Door 1
de Kok, Heather
 
Door 2
Solash, Eric
 
Oct 15 - Setup
 
Setup 1
Weber, Ellen
 
Setup 2
Germain, Ken
 
Oct 22 - DOOR
 
Door 1
Granholm, Hans
 
Door 2
Wedman, Don
 
Oct 22 - SETUP
 
Setup 1
Hetherington, Maxine
 
Setup 2
Weber, Ellen
 
Oct 29 - DOOR
 
Door 1
Campbell, Vince
 
Door 2
Sveinson, Terry
 
Oct 29 - SETUP
 
Setup 1
Cyrynowski, Les
 
Setup 2
Hetherington, Maxine
 
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President
Donna Hutton
 
President Elect
Jim Peddie
 
Secretary
Audrey Martyn
 
Treasurer
Graham Gilchrist
 
Past President
Vince Campbell
 
Membership - Director at Large
Ellen Weber
 
Youth Services - Director at Large
Carin Jansen van Vuuren
 
Administration
Don Wedman
 
Services
Gene Sekora
 
Foundation
Maggi Hegan
 
International Service
Patrick Gibson
 
Bulletin Editor
Vi Hughes
 
Bulletin Publisher
Hans Granholm
 
Social Media - Communications
Heather de Kok
 
Attendance - Data
Eric Solash
 
Program/Speakers
Karen Peddie
 
Sergeant at Arms
Heather de Kok
 
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Hans Granholm
 
Canada Flag Project
Dimitri Papanicolas
 
Birthdays & Anniversaries
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Donna Hutton
September 10
 
Doug Milne
September 14
 
Ken Germain
September 14
 
Stephan Jansen van Vuuren
September 17
 
Eric Solash
September 19
 
Terry Sveinson
September 21
 
Gene Sekora
September 23
 
Karen Peddie
September 25
 
Carin Jansen van Vuuren
September 26
 
Bob Sandercock
October 9
 
Richard Karlsson
October 20
 
Don Henry
October 22
 
Spouse Birthdays
Stephan Jansen van Vuuren
September 17
 
Karen Peddie
September 25
 
Carin Jansen van Vuuren
September 26
 
Ann Campbell
October 20
 
Eric de Kok
October 31
 
Anniversaries
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Lucie
September 14
 
Rose Marie Basaraba
Con Basaraba
September 17
 
Jim Peddie
Karen Peddie
October 27
 
Karen Peddie
Jim
October 27
 
Hal Quilliam
Lorraine (wife)
October 28
 
Join Date
Heather de Kok
September 4, 2001
18 years
 
Augie Annicchiarico
September 11, 1990
29 years
 
Ron McCullough
September 16, 1975
44 years
 
Donna Hutton
October 5, 2010
9 years
 
Ken Germain
October 5, 1999
20 years
 
Anna Syrianou
October 10, 2018
1 year
 
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October 21, 2005
14 years
 
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Honolulu Hawaii 2020

Arch Enterprises & Training Association

St. Theresa of Calcutta School

YONA Sistema

Mustard Seed Church

Meals On Wheels - Edmonton

Children's Autism Service of Edmonton

District 5370 Conference 2019

Habitat For Humanity

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