On Tuesday May 18,  Lochlan Keylor gave his Who's Who? classification talk in an engaging and lighthearted fireside-chat format with his Rotary sponsor, Paige Reeves. As Lochlan answered questions from Paige, we got to learn more about his life, career, interests, and what brought Lochlan to Rotary. Lochlan shared with us how he completed the hospitality management program at NAIT with the support of Inclusion Alberta and was working as a banquet server and host for corporate events at Fort Edmonton Park prior to the pandemic. Lochlan is an avid reader and has been a long-time member of a book club; he is a connoisseur of fine cocktails; he is also an accomplished Toastmaster and will be the president of his Toastmaster club next year. Lochlan is obviously very social and likes to stay busy, which makes him a great Rotarian. Thanks for sharing with us Lochlan, introducing your cats to us, and making us laugh.

The 17th Annual Rotary Integrity Awards were held on Monday May 17th. Rotary clubs in the greater Edmonton area are able to nominate one non-Rotarian who they feel is a local hero; this year, the Rotary Club of Edmonton Whyte Avenue nominated Margo Long, President and CEO of Youth Empowerment Support Services (YESS). Margo took home an Integrity Award for her passion in bringing community support for youth in the Edmonton area. Our club was so happy that someone who exemplifies the motto "service above self" was able to able to be recognized. After winning her award, Margo said, "Of all the achievements I have to be proud of in my life, being recognized for my integrity and service is truly incredible." Congratulations Margo.