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P.O. Box 48358, Bentall Centre
Vancouver, BC V7X 1A1
admin@rotaryvancouver.org
www.rotaryvancouver.org
Vol 111 No. 25
December 26, 2025
Joan Posivy, President
Ally Potel, Secretary

NO MEETING ON TUESDAY, DECEMBER 30TH

 
RCoV Board Meeting
changes each month
Jan. 08, 2026 5:30 p.m.
 
RCoV Weekly Meeting - Tues. Jan. 13, 2026
Terminal City Club
Jan. 13, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
 
Membership Committee Meeting
Swissreal Office
Jan. 13, 2026
8:30 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.
 
Community Service Committee Meeting (contact community@rotaryvancouver.org)
Terminal City Club
Jan. 13, 2026 1:45 p.m.
 
Food on the Corner
Vancouver Courthouse
Jan. 17, 2026 11:00 a.m.
 
RCoV Guest Speaker - Tues. Jan. 27, 2026
Terminal City Club
Jan. 27, 2026
12:00 p.m. – 1:30 p.m.
 
One World Committee
Virtual
Jan. 29, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 1:30 p.m.
 
Community Service Committee Meeting (contact community@rotaryvancouver.org)
Terminal City Club
Feb. 10, 2026 1:45 p.m.
 
RCoV Board Meeting
changes each month
Feb. 12, 2026 5:30 p.m.
 
Food on the Corner
Vancouver Courthouse
Feb. 21, 2026 11:00 a.m.
 
Rotary International Anniversary
Feb. 23, 2026
 
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MEMBERSHIP MATTERS

 
Gordon Esau,
December 17
 
Curt Haase,
December 25
 
Kevin Hayes,
December 25
 
Iqbal Ahmed,
December 30

 
 
Anniversaries at our Club
 
 

Fred West,
29 Years

Richard Higgins,
29 Years

Chris Motion,
20 Years
 
 
 
 
David Motion,
54 Years
 
Laura & William Donnellan,
11 Years
 
 
 Come in person to celebrate your birthday with Purdy's chocolates!!
 
 
Let us know what you think about our last meeting.
Scan the QR code below and fill out the short survey
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This Rotary year, we’re adding a dose of humour to our Secretary announcements. Have a good clean joke? Send it to jokes@rotaryvancouver.org — yours might be featured at an upcoming meeting!
Who do you know that is remarkable?  Someone whose story or expertise would captivate a room full of experienced business and community leaders?

Do you know of a remarkable headliner speaker to invite to our upcoming Rotary Club of Vancouver meetings? 
Think thought leaders, change makers, or trailblazers in business, sports, innovation, public service, or philanthropy.
 
Take a quick scroll through your LinkedIn connections. You might spot someone you haven’t thought about in a while who would be perfect.
 
If someone comes to mind, please connect with Bill Davidson at billd@davidson-co.com.
 
 
New Membership Application - APPROVED
 
We are pleased to let you know that the Membership Application submitted by
John Clerides has been approved. 

 
Sponsor: Peter Clarke
Seconder: John Hayto
Mentor: Peter Clarke
Classification: Retail 
 
We are looking forward to inducting John on Tuesday, January 6th!
Please join us and give him a warm welcome to the Rotary Family.
 
 
New Membership Application - APPROVED
 
We are pleased to let you know that the Membership Application submitted by
Alexandra Carter has been approved. 

 
Sponsor: Stephanie Lawton
Seconder: Franz Gehriger
Mentor: Stephanie Lawton
Classification: Health Care 
 
We are looking forward to inducting Alexandra on Tuesday, January 6th!
Please join us and give her a warm welcome to the Rotary Family.
 
 
 

Announcements


Save the Date - Whistler - February 6-8, 2026

Fellow Rotarian John Hayto highlighted plans for the Annual Whistler Ski Weekend, one of RCoV’s most anticipated fun fellowship events. Members were reminded that the weekend offers:

  • A full schedule of optional activities, including skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing, village walks, and relaxed social gatherings.

  • Group dinners and informal meet-ups, providing time for members, families, partners, and guests to strengthen connections outside regular meetings.

  • Flexible attendance options so members may join for the full weekend or individual events depending on availability.

  • A continued focus on fellowship, with the weekend serving as an opportunity for both long-time members and newer members—to build relationships in a relaxed setting.

Change Further details regarding accommodation options, registration timelines, and meal arrangements will be circulated in the coming weeks.
Interested? Email Johnhayto@gmail.com

 

The Rotary Foundation

 
Have you ever wondered how to make donations to "The Rotary Foundation (Canada)"?
 
If members have a My Rotary account:
  • Go directly to "My Rotary" https://my.rotary.org/en and sign in
  • Once signed in, click on the "Donate" button and proceed with your donation
  • For annual giving, we recommend the Annual Fund Share, however, donations to Polio are welcomed
If members do not have a My Rotary Account, ...this is how to set one up:
  • Go to https://my.rotary.org/en/signup
  • Use the same email account as used for all other Rotary communication
  • Complete your information
  • Last Step:  Sign into your new "My Rotary Account" as outlined above to make your donation.
Step by Step visual guide to set up your account needed?  We got ya!
Click here!

 

Weekly Program: Holiday Lunch

 

NEW MEMBER INDUCTIONS

At this week’s meeting, we warmly welcomed two new members to the Rotary Club of Vancouver:

Bob Nassiri and Kevin Hayes.

Bob brings experience in robotics, marketing, and AI, along with a background in entrepreneurship and service as a Rotary youth committee liaison.

Kevin, a digital marketing expert, has led major volunteer initiatives and fundraising events. Kevin has transferred his Rotary membership from Calgary to Vancouver. 

Both new members were welcomed by the club, assigned mentors (Ian Storrs for Bob, Olesia Kloster for Kevin), and are set to explore the many service opportunities within the club. We look forward to their contributions and personal growth as members of our Rotary community.

 

Welcome to our new member, Bob Nassiri
Welcome to our new member, Kevin Hayes
Two New Members & their Mentors... 
THE UNSUNG HERO AWARD!
 
The Rotary Club of Vancouver (President Joan Posivy) proudly launched the Unsung Hero Awards, recognizing members whose behind-the-scenes contributions have a significant impact on the club and community.

Any member can nominate themselves or others, and the winners are chosen quarterly by the board. Each recipient receives two ribbons—one for themselves and another to share with someone who has made a difference in their life.

At this meeting, the first Unsung Hero Awards were presented to long-time volunteer Bill Schultz, celebrated for his decades of service and support to fellow members, and to Parisa Adrangi, commended for her active participation and dedication throughout her time with the club.
 
Congratulations to both! 
 
The meeting also included a fun Christmas Jeopardy game that sparked friendly competition and laughter among the three teams. To cap it off for the year, members joined together for carol singing led by Lawton, Adriana Zylmans and Tom Crean, creating a joyful holiday mood in the room!
 
 
Flag Exchange with a Rotarian from Chile
The "Unsung Hero Award" goes to... Bill Schulz
 
And the second Award goes to... Parisa Adrangi

Closing Remarks 

The meeting concluded with a Toast from President Joan Posivy: 

 "To wonderful holiday season. Have fun & stay safe "

 
 
 
January 9, 2026

UNITE FOR GOOD

Joan Posivy, President 
admin@rotaryvancouver.org  
Ally Potel, Secretary