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Welcome to the Rotary Club of Langley Central

Annette Borrows

Langley Central is a vibrant club and works hard to support the community. Join us for networking and the opportunity to meet people like you, who want to make a difference with the theme "Service Above Self."

Whether it is organizing RibFest Langley for 45,000 people to benefit charity, funding youth programs and scholarships, local and international service projects, or social gatherings, we do it all. 1.4 million people share this passion as members around the world and that is just the tip of the iceberg. Rotary is a different kind of organization that lets you put your interests to work for others.

Check us out by joining us for lunch, no obligation, just an opportunity to meet the members. We also have a Satellite Club that meets once a month if that works better for you. Take the first step to a new chapter in your life by clicking HERE to see if Rotary is for you.

The Rotary Club of Langley Central

Service Above Self

We meet In Person

Wednesdays at 12:00 p.m.

Newlands Golf & Country Club

21025 48th Avenue
Langley, BC V3A 3M3
Canada

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The Rotary Club of Langley Central and Satellite Club

Rotary Satellite Club of Central Langley Sunset

Need more flexibility? We also have a Satellite Club that meets once a month usually on a Tuesday at 6pm. Please see our Calendar for details and contact information. Check us out on Facebook as well.

Youth Opportunities Sponsored by Rotary

Candidates should fill out the Rotary Club of Langley Central Youth Services Application (except for HIP Program) Download Application. Applications are open to anyone who is interested in attending. There is no cost to the candidate as the sponsoring Rotary club pays all fees, etc.

Youth Adventures in Leadership (YAIL) Rotary District 5050 Youth Adventures In Leadership | Rotary District 5050 at Timberline Ranch (Maple Ridge, BC) Mar. 5 – 7, 2027 for ages 15-17. The Rotary Club of Langley Central looking to send up to two students to this great event and is fully paid. Application deadline is November 30, 2026.
Adventures in Citizenship (AIC) The Rotary Adventure in Citizenship Program | Rotary Club of Ottawa-Ontariotakes place in Ottawa sometime in May 2027 for ages 16-18. The Rotary Club of Langley Central is looking to sponsor up to 2 students. All expenses are fully paid for this amazing experience. Application deadline is November 30, 2026.
Honouring Indigenous People (HIP) - Youth-to-Youth (Y2Y). Event date is May 9-15, 2027 in Edmonton, Alberta. All expenses are fully paid (including travel) by the program if accepted. The Rotary Club of Langley Central is a strong supporter of this program, Linda Mross who is a member of the Club who can answer additional questions, lindamross10@gmail.com cell # 604-328-4305. Looking for one Indigenous and one other person ages 15-17. Deadline is October 30, 2026. Application can be found at 2025curriculum - HIP (Honouring Indigenous Peoples). Additional information can be found at HIPY2Y - HIP (Honouring Indigenous Peoples).
Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) event happening June 3 – 6, 2027 at Camp Stillwood in Chilliwack, BC. Open until filled.The Rotary Club of Langley Central sponsors up to two candidates. Candidate ages range from 18 to 30. Candidates do not have to be youth leaders but young adults wanting a life changing experience. Both verbal types and quiet ones who lead by their behaviour and by example. We welcome candidates who don’t believe they are leaders and help them recognize that they are. Candidates should fill out the attached Club’s Youth Services Application and applying is open to anyone who is interested in attending. There is no cost to the candidate as the sponsoring Rotary club pays the application fee.
For more information please visit RYLA District 5050 | Rotary District 5050 for our Rotary District.

Welcome to Our Newest Members

The Rotary Club of Langley Central would like to announce our newest members, Shery Chacko and Pat Wilkinson who were recently inducted into the Club. Shery comes from a family of Rotarians and is dedicated to continuing the tradition of "Service above Self." Pat is a retired nurse with an abundance of energy to continue her dedication to serving the community. We welcome both of you and your families into the Rotary family of 1.4 million around the world.

Our Club Receives Excellence Award

The Rotary Club of Langley Central is proud to once again receive the Rotary Club Excellence Award for this past year. The award recognizes the Club for exceeding goals for membership, community service, engagement and many other Rotary standards. Thank you to our membership for a great job and our former President, Dean Rohrs, for leading the way. If you would like to find out if Rotary is for you, please let us know at Membership has its Advantages | Rotary Club of Langley Central

Our Club Donation to the Boys and Girls Club of Langley

The Rotary Club of Langley Central had a great time with youth and staff of the Boys and Girls Club of Langley as we presented them with a cheque for over $4,800. The funds were the result of our annual Hoop-a-thon event done with the other Rotary Clubs in Langley. We are so pleased to continue our support of this amazing organization and all the great work they do for our community and young people. To learn more, visit Langley Club | BGC South Coast BC

Our New Club President, Annette Borrows

The Rotary Club of Langley Central is excited to announce our new President, Annette Borrows. She took the podium for the first time recently for a high energy meeting that is setting the tone for her tenure. We congratulate and thank Annette for taking on this leadership role and look forward to a great year.

SASSY Award Recipients Visit Our Club

Our Club recently welcomed two of our Service Above Self Student Youth (SASSY) award recipients, Geena Sandhu and Emil Hung, to share their stories and experiences. Geena Sandhu, arts and culture winner, has consistently taken on leadership roles within the performing and literary arts to create meaningful opportunities for younger students. Emil Hung founded the Mental Health Awareness Project “Wellness Week,” leading workshops and initiatives that reached more than 400 students. This is just a sample of what these amazing people have done. To learn more about all the recipients of the awards there is a great article at Seven singled out for SASSYs | Aldergrove Star. To learn more about the the SASSY Awards, please visit SASSY Awards – Langley – Celebrating exceptional youth in our community!

Our Club Supports the Langley Senior Resources Society

Our Club welcomed Langley Senior Resources Society Executive Director Kate Ludlam to our meeting recently as our Guest Speaker. She shared the incredible work they do to support seniors in Langley with recreation, engagement, food services, day care, and much much more. If you have not had a chance to learn about all they offer or how you can help, please visit Langley Senior Resources Society. The Rotary Club of Langley Central was also proud to support their latest campaign to replace aging chairs in the facilities with a cheque for $3,000.

Our Club Presents $15,000 in Scholarships

The Rotary Club of Langley Central was honored to present fifteen scholarships of $1,000 again this year to deserving graduates in Langley who exemplify the theme of “Service above self.” Congratulations to all these amazing young adults who begin their next step in life. Thank you to the Langley School District Foundation for their invaluable help.

Langley Rotary Clubs Supporting Women

The 4 Rotary Clubs of Langley recently presented the proceeds from our very successful March International Women's Day event. Union Gospel Mission’s Cedar Haven Women's Recovery Centre was the main beneficiary receiving a cheque for $7,500. Representatives of the Clubs were also given a tour of the facility and a chance to see all the important work they do. The Langley Advance Times covered the story in a nice article Rotary clubs of Langley serve up help for women | Langley Advance Times To learn more about Cedar Haven Women's Recovery please visit Cedar Haven Women's Recovery | Union Gospel Mission

Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society Shares Their Story

Gail Kaufmann (President & Board Chair) and Shirley Chiang (Executive Director) of the Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society recently visited our Club to share the important and impactful work they do. For some cancer patients in our community, the hardest part isn’t the treatment itself, it’s getting there. The Volunteer Cancer Drivers Society (VCDS) is helping change that in a powerful and deeply human way. Since their inception in 2014 their volunteers have provided more than 231,000 rides for those in need and the numbers each year have been increasing. To learn more about the VCDS please visit www.volunteercancerdrivers.ca

Mayor Nathan Pachal Speaks at Our Club

Our Club recently welcomed Langley City Mayor Nathan Pachal as our Guest Speaker. It is always appreciated when our local leaders take the time to come speak to us about community items. Mayor Pachal spoke on many topics including voter participation in determining new community facilities such as expanding Al Anderson pool. The Mayor also fielded many questions from our Members that were not always easy. We thank the Mayor for joining us.

B.A.C.A. Rides Into Our Club

Wow! Sometimes words are not enough. Bikers Against Child Abuse (B.A.C.A.) members from the Fraser Valley Chapter joined our recent Club meeting to share their powerful (and at times emotional) mission. This is not a biker "gang" but an international organization of bikers dedicated to helping victims of child abuse. If you see the logo in the picture above on a tough looking individual, take a moment to ask them what they do. You will be amazed by their compassion. To learn more about B.A.C.A. visit Bikers Against Child Abuse® International – Breaking The Chains of Abuse

Breakfast with Santa at Douglas Park Community School

The Rotary Club of Langley Central had a wonderful Saturday hosting our annual Breakfast with Santa with the Douglas Park Community School staff. It was all smiles as 400 students and their families enjoyed Santa, crafting and a full breakfast. Special thanks to the Langley Christmas Bureau for donating 300 stuffies, the incredible staff of the school, and the Langley Interact and Rotaract Clubs for making it a great group effort.

Welcome New Member Travis Spencer

The Rotary Club of Langley Central would like to welcome our newest member, Travis Spencer to the Rotary family. Travis is no stranger to "Service above self" with his work with the Salvation Army. His experience will be a valuable addition and help develop our already strong ties with organizations. Congratulations!

Youth Opportunities 2026 Sponsored by our Club

The Rotary Club of Langley Central is excited to announce our 2026 Youth Programs that are now open for applications. Details of the programs can be downloaded HERE. Initial applications must be filled out and are available for download HERE. These hugely successful and life-changing programs are fully paid by the Club and include:

Youth Adventures in Leadership (YAIL) - Ages 15-17

Rotary Youth Leadership Awards (RYLA) - Ages 18-30

Adventures in Citizenship (AIC) - Ages 16-18

Honouring Indigenous Peoples (HIP) Youth-to-Youth - Ages 15-17

Make sure to take a look as these are great opportunities for Langley youths that have been proven year after year.

Epic Day of Service at Ponder Park

The 4 Rotary Clubs of Langley recently spent a rainy day refurbishing the Ponder Park visitor area to make it more accessible. This project was part of the Rotary Epic Day of Service and was made possible in partnership with the Township of Langley, The Langley Foundation, Quiring Gravel and Trucking, JD Farms, and members of the community. More than 40 people participated in the project and can now be enjoyed by the Langley community.