Dino Marzaro - 2024-25 Governor
May is Youth Service Month
Dear Rotarians,
As we enter the month of May, I am pleased to remind you that from May 8 to 11, the District Conference will be held at the Hôtel Château Laurier in Québec City. Have you registered yet?
One of our distinguished speakers, Bianca Smith, will share the inspiring story of her Interact club’s success, uniting 42 young individuals (ages 12 to 18) from 35 different countries.
For Rotary, May is recognized as Youth Service Month. During my visits to clubs across the district, I observed that only 10 of our 58 Rotary clubs currently sponsor one of the 9 Interact clubs (comprising 246 members) or one of the 3 Rotaract clubs (comprising 47 members). Should we consider it realistic—or perhaps idealistic—to envision a future where every club sponsors a Rotaract or Interact club?
Does your club currently sponsor a Rotaract or Interact club?
There are many excellent youth programs available, including Interact, Rotaract, Youth Exchange, RYLA, internships and scholarships, and the Rotary Peace Centers.
If you would like to learn more about these programs, leadership development opportunities, or other Rotary initiatives, please visit rotary.org and explore the "Our Programs" section.
Soon, registrations will open for RYLA 2025 and the Youth Exchange Program for 2026. Stay informed and be ready to encourage participation.
As winter gives way to spring, this is an ideal time for your club to organize a media-friendly event centered around a community clean-up. Environmental stewardship offers an excellent opportunity to engage youth, families, and local politicians, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds. Hosting a garage sale or a second-hand clothing event are other great ideas for community engagement.
This is a perfect opportunity to elevate Rotary’s public image and to attract new members.
Finally, please remember that the Rotary International Convention will be held in Calgary from June 21 to 25. Registrations are still open — don't miss this wonderful gathering!
Thank you for your commitment to supporting youth initiatives and protecting our environment.
Through the Magic of Rotary, you demonstrate your pride in being Rotary heroes.
Dino Marzaro
As we enter the month of May, I am pleased to remind you that from May 8 to 11, the District Conference will be held at the Hôtel Château Laurier in Québec City. Have you registered yet?
One of our distinguished speakers, Bianca Smith, will share the inspiring story of her Interact club’s success, uniting 42 young individuals (ages 12 to 18) from 35 different countries.
For Rotary, May is recognized as Youth Service Month. During my visits to clubs across the district, I observed that only 10 of our 58 Rotary clubs currently sponsor one of the 9 Interact clubs (comprising 246 members) or one of the 3 Rotaract clubs (comprising 47 members). Should we consider it realistic—or perhaps idealistic—to envision a future where every club sponsors a Rotaract or Interact club?
Does your club currently sponsor a Rotaract or Interact club?
There are many excellent youth programs available, including Interact, Rotaract, Youth Exchange, RYLA, internships and scholarships, and the Rotary Peace Centers.
If you would like to learn more about these programs, leadership development opportunities, or other Rotary initiatives, please visit rotary.org and explore the "Our Programs" section.
Soon, registrations will open for RYLA 2025 and the Youth Exchange Program for 2026. Stay informed and be ready to encourage participation.
As winter gives way to spring, this is an ideal time for your club to organize a media-friendly event centered around a community clean-up. Environmental stewardship offers an excellent opportunity to engage youth, families, and local politicians, bringing together people of all ages and backgrounds. Hosting a garage sale or a second-hand clothing event are other great ideas for community engagement.
This is a perfect opportunity to elevate Rotary’s public image and to attract new members.
Finally, please remember that the Rotary International Convention will be held in Calgary from June 21 to 25. Registrations are still open — don't miss this wonderful gathering!
Thank you for your commitment to supporting youth initiatives and protecting our environment.
Through the Magic of Rotary, you demonstrate your pride in being Rotary heroes.
Dino Marzaro
Governor of District 7790
2024-2025