The Science of Happiness & Appreciation
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15 Sep. 2026 |
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 Vancouver
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About this Club Day
Join us for a special Tuesday luncheon featuring a panel conversation on generating happiness and appreciation - how giving, gratitude, and connection build stronger relationships, businesses, and communities.
The meeting opens at noon with lunch and the Secretary's announcements. At 12:45 we move into the panel: a lively, member-hosted conversation with our panelists, sharing practical, research-backed insights you can apply in your everyday life and leadership. It is a topic that speaks directly to Rotary's values of service, fellowship, and community.
Featured Speaker
Dr. Lara B. Aknin
Dr. Lara Aknin is a Distinguished Professor of Psychology at Simon Fraser University, and an Editor of the World Happiness Report. Internationally recognized for her research on generosity, social connection, and happiness, her work has appeared in leading journals, including Science, Nature Human Behaviour, and The Lancet. A former Chair of the Lancet's COVID-19 Mental Health Task Force. Dr. Aknin regulary shares her expertise with government, business, and public health leaders worldwide. Shis is also an award-winning researcher and educator.
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Panel
Michelle Ng is the Founder of Vancouver Foodie Tours and Granville Island Delivery Co. For 16 years she has built both on one conviction: food is the fastest way to build connection. More than 75,000 guests later, she brings a practitioner's perspective on what it actually takes to create happiness and appreciation, day after day.
Kevin Hayes is a sales and marketing professional. He brings his industry experience to the Rotary Club of Vancouver and contributes to our community through active participation. Please join me in welcoming Kevin Hayes.Link to our event.